This U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in retailing a specialized line of new women's, juniors', and misses' clothing, such as bridal gowns, lingerie, negligees, and robes. These establishments may also provide basic alterations, such as hemming, taking in or letting out seams, or lengthening or shortening sleeves.

Cross-References. Establishments primarily engaged in--

Manufacturing and retailing custom made apparel and accessories--are classified in Subsector 315, Apparel Manufacturing;

Retailing new men's and boys' clothing--are classified in Industry 448110, Men's Clothing Stores;

Retailing new women's, misses', and juniors' clothing--are classified in Industry 448120, Women's Clothing Stores;

Retailing new children's and infants' clothing--are classified in Industry 448130, Children's and Infants' Clothing Stores;

Retailing athletic uniforms--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 4511101, General-line Sporting Goods Stores;

Repairing clothes and providing clothing alterations--are classified in U.S. Census Bureau NAICS-based industry 8114904, Garment Repair and Alteration Services;

Retailing specialized apparel via electronic home shopping, mail-order, or direct sale--are classified in Subsector 454, Nonstore Retailers; and

Retailing new luggage, briefcases, trunks, or these new products in combination with a general line of leather items (except leather apparel)--are classified in Industry 448320, Luggage and Leather Goods Stores.