Maurices Celebrates Remodeled Store in Alton Square

The Celebration Begins Thursday, November 19th

(Alton, IL - November 12, 2009) � Maurices, a leading national specialty store for savvy, fashion-conscious customers with a 20-something attitude, is celebrating its newly remodeled, young women�s fashion retail store at the Alton Square Shopping Center on Thursday, November 19. The remodel consisted of the addition of sizes 1-24, new fitting rooms, wall covering, carpet, tile, and signing.

The celebration begins with great savings and a chance to win one of two $50 shopping sprees through December 6. Store Manager Emily Lueken invites everyone to stop by the store to see the new look and see the outstanding fashions. A Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony will be held at the store on Tuesday, November 24, at 11 a.m.

�We�re so excited about the new look because we fill a unique niche for young women in this community,� explains Lueken. maurices offers customers an expanded range of sizes from 1-24 (select styles), inspired by the girl in everyone, in every size. Maurices features a wide assortment of fashionable clothing � styles that work for everyday casual to special occasions. You�ll find Maurices exclusive brands of Studio Y and Maurices � great fashions at great prices. �Our knowledgeable and friendly associates are excited to help put fashionable outfits together for yourself or for that someone on your shopping list,� says Lueken.

maurices moderate prices, convenient locations, and its focus on friendly customer service differentiate it from department stores and other specialty retailers.

Established in 1931, Maurices is wholly owned by dressbarn inc. (NASDAQ: DBRN) and is an innovative fashion retailer for young women. The company operates more than 700 stores in 44 states. For career and store location information, check out maurices.com.