15-MINUTE PRESENTATION Fall 2016 Elegantly Different Introdu Introduction tion Hi everyone, let’s all gather around so we can get started! I know there are some newbies here, so I want to take a minute to bring you up to speed about cabi. Our company was started by 12 women back in 2002. They had a vision of creating a shopping experience that was like nothing else out there, of creating a business opportunity that would allow women to put first things first, and of encouraging and empowering women in need here in the U.S. and all over the world. Today, cabi is the largest social seller of women’s clothing in the world; I’m one of thousands of successful cabi Stylists in the U.S., Canada, and now the U.K. And, through our Heart of cabi Foundation, we are changing women’s lives! When I first heard about cabi. I was intrigued, but I wasn’t looking for anything new right then. When I left my full-time job a few of years later, I planned to do some freelance work so I could control my time and my schedule. That’s when cabi crept back up on me-- I saw the clothes, then I learned about the business plan, and that was all she wrote. I was in! I couldn’t believe I could find work that was fun and would pay the bills. So now, I empower women to live their best lives--whether I'm helping someone start her own cabi business or helping her build her perfect wardrobe. Margo, thank you so much for pulling everybody together for our show today. Are you all ready to see the Collection? Yay! I know you’re on your lunch break, so I’m just going to hit the highlight for you to make sure you have plenty of time to try on when I’m done. Go ahead and open your Look Books to our first group, Sakura Red! Sakura Red Sakura Red This group features a gorgeous mix of reds. We have our Cobblestone Cardigan and Fiery Skirt, both in a shade we’re calling fiery. The Fiery Skirt has an A-line silhouette that flatters every body type. The Skirt, our Ava Trouser, and our Outing Blazer are done in ponte twill. If you love looking totally pulled together but feeling super comfortable, ponte is the way to go! We’ve paired our blazer with our Dusk Destructed Skinny. We’ve updated the destruction this season and did this great stretchy fabrication—I dare you to be uncomfortable in these jeans—they also come in curvy! The Rosewood Sweater is one of 5 Love, Carol pieces in our Collection this season—these are special items that were inspired by our original head designer, Carol Anderson. Don’t miss the two belts we have this season. The first is the Zebra Belt—nice and skinny; perfect to fit through any belt loops. Next, we have the Here or There Belt, perfect because you can wear it here or there. When we try on, I’ll show you how to adjust the fit. Our Heartbreaker Top is the Heart of cabi piece this season, so a portion of the net proceeds of its sales go to the Heart of cabi Foundation. Our Make a Change Program is another way for you to partner with us. So at checkout, let me know that you’d like to round your order up to the next dollar, and that change would then go toward funding small business loans for women in developing countries.
TRANSITION: At checkout, I’ll also ask you a couple of other things. The first is whether you would like to host a Fashion Experience of your own and second, who do you know that would be a great representative of our brand. Think about women who are in transition, maybe someone whose small children are all in school now, or maybe someone who is an empty nester, or a woman who works full-time but wants more flexibility and could benefit from the gift of cabi. Tea Lounge Tea Lounge Effortlessly cool, casual, chic is Tea Lounge. Our Fergie Turtleneck is meant to have an oversized shape and is perfect with a slim bottom. It’s 100% cotton, so there’s no itch factor. You are going to need a little cami under here, but don’t worry, I’ve got 5 colors for you to choose from. Our Mesh-Back Jacket is our second Love, Carol piece. You’re going to look good coming and going—and you can adjust the little belt in the back for a more customized fit. Underneath this, the Beyond Tee is a wonderful transition piece because she’s sleeveless and you can play around with these panels—let them hang long or tie them in front or back. The Recess Topper and Recess Tank are both done in this lighter weight French terry, which is the yummiest fabrication ever. You’re going to feel like you’re running around in your PJs! And check this out—cowl in the front and hood in the back! I know you’re going to love this so much, I’m going to pass this one around. TRANSITION: Now, as we go through this presentation, be sure to check out the Life Styled pages that are in between the groups in your Look Book. You’re going to see more ideas for mixing and matching, as well as a few items that I’m actually not going to be showing you on the grid. Don’t worry though, I have everything with me, so you can take a peek at them later. I’ve also put out copies of our magazine, the Notion , which shows even more mix and match options, plus information about who we are as a company. Kyoto Blossom Kyoto Blossom City Boho is another one of our trends this season and this group represents it so well. Our Reversible Wrap Sweater is one thing you’re going to want to keep by the door or in your car for whenever you get just a little bit chilly. One side or the other is bound to go with whatever outfit you have on, on any given day. Have you ever passed up a great wool jacket because it was a bit too itchy for you? Well, problem solved with the Penny Blazer! The Design Team was inspired by a vintage wool tweed jacket...they didn’t like the itch of the wool, so they figured out how to take this herringbone pattern and print it onto ponte. So cool! I know you’ve all had your eyes on the Duchess Scarf since the moment I put it up! This is faux fur, hand- woven into caramel-colored yarn. It’ll add a touch of luxury to whatever outfit you pair it with. I want you to get a little touch of luxury right now, so I’m going to toss this out to you, Casey. Face-framing pieces are critical in our Collection. See how the neckline of the Cable Cowl draws the eye upward, framing the face beautifully? It also flaunts your earrings…did you notice the earrings I have on today? Aren’t they cute? Well, they are part of the Collection! TRANSITION: I have 10 new jewelry items, and I have six of them with me today. When I finish my presentation, they’ll all be on the tray on the table there, so be sure to try them on while you’re trying on your clothes. And guess what? When you book a Fashion Experience, you get to order a jewelry item at 50% off on the spot.
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