Monday was an exciting day for us – not only did we make the trip up to Augusta to proof our printed package inserts for our online orders, but we were lucky enough to tour one of New England’s oldest & largest sheetfed printing companies, J.S. McCarthy Printers. We're thrilled to see everything coming together, especially now that our online store has officially launched. Big things are happening at Bliss; we couldn't be happier about the path we're on & the companies that are helping us get there.

Meet J.S. McCarthy Printers:

J.S. McCarthy Printers, an Augusta-based company, has established itself as a top printing operation in the northeast through their commitment to technology, training and customer service. Besides it’s printing plant in our capital city, the company also has offices in Portland, Boston and Hartford.

When walking through the plant on Monday, Bill Olmstead (our sales rep) pointed out the wide variety of products the company prints - college brochures, greeting cards, food packaging paperboard, magazines and books. By offering such diversified products, they’ve been able to better compete in New England, add and retain jobs, and make a large impact on the community.

To aid their growth, J.S. McCarthy also made several recent investments including a new printing machine that can print simultaneously on both sides of a 28-inch by 40-inch sheet of paper in one-quarter of a second - increasing their productivity immensely. Along with these upgrades, this 60-year-old company has been able to attract more business with their environmentally friendly practices. 100% of their electricity is generated from wind power and they recycle over 170 tons of paper a month. Pretty impressive if you ask us.

We feel very honored to work with such a highly-esteemed local company for our printing needs. A special thank you to Bill Olmstead for the wonderful tour. We’ve enjoyed learning about J.S. McCarthy and can’t wait to receive our online printed materials - and share them with all our online customers!  

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Lightweight, easy and a great update to the cargo pant. The Croft by J Brand is a tencel & cotton blend with a relaxed mid-rise waist. Pair with a casual tank, like this new arrival from Velvet, for a look that's guaranteed to earn you major style points. Spring to it – they're in stores now!

Now that spring is here, we find ourselves with a real case of the denim blues (but in a good way, of course!). It's no secret, nothing gets us quite as excited as new denim in our stores – and there's been a lot of it lately. Whether it's light, medium, or dark, we've handpicked some new favorites that are sure to grab your eye.

Light Wash 

The wonderful thing about pale, light wash denim is that they have a certain love-worn appeal – as if you've owned them forever. An instant fave from MOTHER is their new skinny ankle with a side zip in light kitty; it's perfect for springtime. Or if you prefer a more '70s-inspired silhouette, MiH's Marrakesh High Rise Flare in sugarblue is just the ticket. Wear them with a tucked-in blouse & TOMS wedges for a covet-worthy look. Whichever you choose, both these styles promise to lend your look a casually cool vibe that's spot-on for spring.

Medium Wash

If you love your tried-and-true medium wash jeans, we've got a few recommendations for your collection. J Brand's Mid Rise Rail jean in bayside is perfect for everyday; it's slim straight cut will have you hooked. Or try AG's Aubrey straight leg jean in 10 years-rio for an effortless vintage look. Lastly, put on a pair of Joe's skinnies in ceece for movie dates and afternoon barbecues. Denim has never been so easy.

Dark Wash

Dark jeans are a go-to for many due to their versatility; they can easily be dressed down for the weekend or dressed up for a night out. Step out in Citizens of Humanity's Riley Boy Boot in venus for a relaxed, low-maintenance look. Or try 7 for All Mankind's Mid Rise Skinny in dark rich blue. Their second skin Slim Illusion has 100% elasticity and is made to hold you in while having an ultra soft feel. Either one will leave you feeling polished and ready for whatever the day (or night) brings!

<3 Keriann

(Image courtesy of MiH Jeans)

Bliss is hiring in our Portsmouth, NH store!

If you're a quick learner, friendly, self-motivated and love fashion, then we're looking for you! We are seeking a part-time Sales Associate & Merchandiser to join our Portsmouth team. The following skills/requirements are a MUST:

Retail experience (preferably in a boutique setting)

Familiarity with denim brands is a plus

Flexible schedule - must be available to work evenings, weekends & holidays

Great team player with strong communication skills

Excels at customer service/interaction

Eager to learn

20 hours per week

Please send your resume to info@blissboutiques.com by May 3, 2013.  We look forward to hearing from you!