Over the past few days our wonderful team of regional managers from our Millers brand, have come together for a conference to introduce the trans-seasonal range to the team and provide an update on the next chapter of Millers.
The conference was upbeat and energetic with our Team Members discussing how to provide our Millers customers with the best shopping experience!
In the picture below are three of our lovely Regional Managers; Jenny, Rebecca & Monique. In this blog they give us a behind the scenes insight to the conference and the fantastic new range.
Left to Right: Jenny, Rebecca and Monique
What do you enjoy most about your job?
Rebecca: The people! The team I work with are amazing and everyone pulls together to get results. The customers treat each other like family; it’s a wonderful part of the job.
Monique: I get to work with amazing women every day and meet incredible customers. They are very special; they are loyal and like a family, it’s so great to have that.
Jenny: The people; the team and the customers. They are so lovely, I’m so lucky. Many customers know the names of the store team members and they know theirs! That’s really special and makes our customers unique.
What’s the best quality of our Millers customer?
Rebecca: All for one, one for all! I’ve said it already, but just coming back to the idea of the Miller’s family; there’s no them and us - we are one big family. It’s also great that they represent all different types of Australian women.
Monique: They are genuine, real women. They are grandmas, mothers, they’re us! We can relate to each other really well.
Jenny: Our customers are down to earth, real women.
What are your favourite trends this season?
Rebecca: Animal print!
Monique: Palazzo, soft pants – they’re so comfy!
Jenny: I love the animal print too!
What are you most looking forward to for Millers in 2015?
Rebecca: Taking the brand to the next level and giving our customers what they deserve!
Monique: I agree with Bec, I’m so excited to be a part of a brand giving back to Australian women and giving them something that’s unique to them.
Jenny: Miller’s is launching the first new concept store in New Zealand – it’s super exciting!!
A sneak peak at the trans-seasonal evening wear!
What's your favourite Miller's accessory for the season?
Rebecca: Statement necklaces – you can wear them with a whole range of outfits and mix and match them with your looks.
Monique: Scarves – You can wear them so many different ways! I experiment with tying them in my hair, around my head or as a neck scarf; they have such functionality and versatility!
Jenny: Jewellery – You can instantly dress up outfits and add a touch of glam.
What 'sneak peak's' can you reveal?
Rebecca: There are loads of transitional pieces that mean you can mix the new range with last season’s pieces to create a versatile wardrobe.
Monique: I love the look of new dresses using fabric such as such as lace. We also have a great new ‘after 5’ range that has stepped up a level.
Jenny: It’s very on trend, not over the top, so, anyone can wear it.
The conference also featured a fabulous and fun fashion show displaying new tran-seasonal outfits that will be hitting stores and online soon!
What’s your fondest memory of Millers so far?
Rebecca: This conference! It’s easily been the best I’ve ever been too. There iss a united team and everyone’s on the same page. Everyone’s very passionate and excited and that’s great to see.
Monique: There is one customer who brings baked goods every fortnight to her local store. Why? Because she feels like Millers was a part of her family and she loves them. It was so great to see such wonderful and strong relationships and staff who are passionate about their customers.
Jenny: I love going into stores and seeing customer’s husbands come with them and they would know the staff’s names! It really shows how unique our customers are, and how strong the relationships are.
What’s your top pick for the season?
Rebecca: The wrap scarf – It’s never out of fashion and can be easily added into your wardrobe. It can make an outfit – you can have a simple outfit and with a wrap it can dress it up a level and make it modern. I also love the new knits, they have such a luxurious feel.
Monique: The crepe jacket; it’s fantastic value. It’s a statement piece on its own and ladies can dress it up or down. The colour range for the season is very on trend and won’t date quickly.
Jenny: The new knitwear looks fab! It’s glamorous and practical. The long-line cardigan, 'coat-igan' and sweater have such soft fabrics. In NZ, it can get so cold and it’s wonderful that we can be warm and stylish.
Any last words?
Rebecca: We’re on a journey together with our customers and it’s about giving customers what they deserve.
Monique: As a customer myself, I’m very excited for the next chapter of Millers.
Jenny: I’m excited about the journey, every step we take is a step closer to giving back to our customer.
Team Millers
