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"Mad Men" styles boost Banana Republic to record sales

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Banana Republic reported a 5% jump in same-store sales and record first-quarter revenue of $622 million. The growth has been driven in large part by the popularity of a "Mad Men" inspired line from costume designer Janie Bryant. A line from designer Trina Turk will be released on June 7, the company says. Bloomberg Businessweek (05/29)


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