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"J Hilburn, a three-year-old retailer that focuses on made-to-measure dress shirts and other men\u2019s apparel, is expanding, thanks to a $5 million Series C round of financing led by Bridgescale Partners.\nThe funding will be used to grow J Hilburn's network of 1,000 personal style advisors, who meet with clients at their homes and offices, record measurements and offer style advice, taking a significant cut of sales generated in the process. The Dallas-based startup sells luxury apparel and accessories at a significant markdown from upscale clothing retailers by selling goods not through traditional retail outlets, but through these advisors.\n\u201CA Zegna shirt costs $35 to make, is sold to a retailer for $125, and then sells for $325 at Neiman Marcus,\u201D Davis explained in an earlier interview with Mashable. \u201CWe go to the same Italian mills, the same factories, wrap a personal touch and service into the product, and sell it directly, without the retail markup,\u201D he says. J. Hilburn\u2019s custom-fitted shirts typically cost about $100.\nIn addition, the company will focus on developing new technology and product lines, including the its European, made-to-order suiting collection, which launched Thursday. The suits, which start at $700, are manufactured in many of the same European factories that produce suits for companies such as Zenga, Burberry and Armani, the company says.\nJ Hilburn only added ecommerce to its business in March, making it easier for existing clients to refill orders, as well as place new orders that harmonize with their existing purchases. The business remains grounded on one-on-one relationships, much like Skype-based clothing concierge service Hendricks Park; beyond accessories, would-be customers need to meet with style advisors before they can order J Hilburn clothing, including suits.\nJ Hilburn has raised $7.25 million to date."^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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