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After seven years in business, there is talk that Nordstrom (JWN) may consider selling one of its chains, Faconnable, a high end retailer that offers clothing and accessories.  There are Faconnable departments in some of the Nordstrom stores, four stand-alone boutiques in the U.S., and 36 locations in Europe.  It’s estimated that annual sales from this chain are around the $150 million range, which only accounts for less than 1% of total Nordstrom sales for last year.

For you Faconnable fans out there, you may want to check out this Faconnable forum to discuss your thoughts or experience with the company.  All I have to say is that their handbags are timeless and made very well.  When I worked at Nordstrom and walked by the Faconnable department, it never seemed to be very busy.  Not too many people are willing to throw down $125 for a button-up t-shirt.