Lands End

In the spring of 1963, Lands' End Yacht Stores, Inc. was founded by Gary Comer with friends and co-workers in a basement along the river in Chicago's old tannery district. Comer wanted to fuel his hobby, sailboat racing, with his new business.  Therefore, Lands' End sold (and sometimes made) racing sailboat equipment and duffle bags, rain suits, sweaters and other clothing. Today the popular clothing and personal items have alone survived, but so has the Lands' End commitment to quality.

Lands' End offers swimwear, shirts, blouses, sweaters, pants, skirts, dresses, shorts, blazers, jackets, intimates, sleepwear, slippers, hats, gloves, footwear, t-shirts, polos, pullovers, sport shirts, dress shirts, formal wear, ties, socks, belts, underwear, newborn gifts, baby blankets, and diaper bags.

Need a new pair of shorts to take on the trails, or just hang out with friends at the beach? Men, try Lands' End chameleons, the Tactel® Water Shorts! These shorts are as functional as your cargo pants, and quick drying like your swim trunks. Tactel® Water Shorts go from the beach to surf to town without missing a beat. They're made of a rugged ripstop weave and include a covered elastic waist with web belt, two zip pockets in back, two pockets in front, plus a small flapped pocket. All pockets have mesh panels so they drain instead of "balloon." Inside, there's a mesh liner and key/coin pocket. Handsome Tactel® Water Shorts are certainly shorts if by land, but trunks if by sea!

This writer could not wait to tell you about Lands' End ladies' swimwear!  It's famous everywhere for fitting a wide variety of body shapes as well as being pretty and very affordable! For example, ladies try out the splashy and supportive Bandana Paisley Tank Swimsuit. This Bandana Paisley Tank turns "soccer mom" into "surfer girl" in three seconds flat. It is made with Lands' End trusty stay-put fit and a lively, figure-balancing design. The result is a suit that's as fun as it is functional! The Bandana Paisley has feminine lingerie straps and contemporary higher legs. Gorgeous and flattering, wear it from dawn until dusk!

Consider the pretty Infant/Toddler Woven Playsuit by Lands' End for the perfect gift for a little one in your life! This Playsuit is constructed of lightweight woven fabric and snaps open for easy changes. Made of 100% cotton, it's cool and breezy for the coming warmer months. When the inevitable happens, a button front and snap-open bottom make changes a breeze too! The cute bubble shape accommodates puffy diapers, even a growth spurt or two. It's finished with a bow in back and self-fabric trim along the neck and armholes.

Cathy Harris
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