Talbots is a leading specialty retailer and direct marketer of women's apparel, shoes and accessories. The Company currently operates stores in 587 locations in 47 states, the District of Columbia, and Canada. Its on- line shopping site is located at www.talbots.com . Its direct marketing operation circulated approximately 55 million catalogs worldwide in fiscal 2008.

Talbots currently employs approximately 12,000 associates worldwide.

About Talbots
Talbots is a leading specialty retailer and direct marketer of women’s classic clothing, shoes and accessories. Established in 1947, the company is known for legacy items like the perfect blazer, trustworthy trench, versatile white shirt, ballet flats and pearls, as well as its fine workmanship, gracious service and welcoming red doors. With a nod to tradition infused with modern flair, Talbots offers an array of timeless wardrobe options to flatter women of all shapes and sizes.

2008 Corporate Highlights
Headquarters: Hingham, Massachusetts
2008 Annual Revenues:	$1.495 billion