Description
St . Louis was once the fourth-largest city in the US and was a major hub in the footwear and garment manufacturing industries. STL was the birthplace of the junior dress market segment and was such an industry leader that buyers for high-end retailers on both coasts flocked to St. Louis twice a year to view and order dresses and footwear. This presentation takes a look at the rise, dominance, decline, and ultimate rebirth of these two industries in St. Louis.
