Jacob (clothing retailer) attributed its woes were pinned on entries by international retailers into the Canadian market, including H&M and Zara, it was also negatively impacted by "surgical shopping", a gap in the retail market increased during the recession, pushing purchasers to high end or value products, as opposed to middle market. Gap and Sears Canada were cited as casualties. The general manager of Yorkdale Shopping Centre forced the company to close its location in the mall, apparently struggling, in order to allow an outlet of American retailer J. Crew to open. On May 6, 2014 the retailer declared bankruptcy; the company would
Clothing in the Ragtime Era Clothing in the Ragtime Era Often, when people think of the ragtime era, they think of the music that defined the generation, and although that is certainly a major factor, the era also helped to define a culture in clothing as well. Because the ragtime era began in the late 19th century and transitioned into the early 20th century (approximately 1897-1918), it also took place during what is known as "the turn of the century". This was also one of the first observations of class divisions. The difference between upper class and lower class citizens could clearly be seen. Much