Page 16 THE VILLADOM TIMES II • April 11, 2012 F O CUS on Midland Park Businesses Sal Lauretta for Men blends the Individuality at the right traditional with the contemporary al Lauretta for Men has been a pillar of fashion throughout Bergen County since 1974 and continues to develop a loyal following among patrons who appreciate meticulously tailored suits, dress shirts and pants for work or more casual gatherings. Sal Lauretta and his father, Raffaele Lauretta, co-founded Sal Lauretta for Men utilizing the fine tailoring skills they developed in Italy to custom-fit men’s suits and clothing. Since then, the store has gone through three different expansions and revitalized its brand offerings to provide a larger breadth of quality and selection. The name brands they carry - Hugo Boss, Jack Victor, Canali, and Ravazzolo, among others – have transcended through time for their classic, clean appeal while remaining relevant to current fashion trends. The latest change happened in the spring of 2006 when third- Pictured, seated: Ralph Lauretta and Sal Lauretta. Standing, from left: Rumilda Ramos, Mark Del Castillo, Mark generation family member Ralph Ganguzza, Jorge Hernandez and Lorena Lauretta. Lauretta developed a new niche within the store which brought an edgier attitude while remaining true to the traditional ideals of tailored clothing. This department highlights high-end, fashion-forward apparel from top designers. Denim and ready-to-wear lines such as 7 for All Mankind, AG Jeans, Robert Graham, Bugatchi, Thomas Dean, Nat Nast and Agave were introduced to diversify and reach a wider range of clientele. Again in response to customers’ demands, the shop has added a new department for boys and young men, featuring suits and blazers as well as dressy party wear and accessories. By remaining true to the traditional values Sal and Raffaele attained in Italy, Sal Lauretta for Men continues to provide personalized service, the finest quality tailoring and a wide range of clothing options. Sal Lauretta for Men is located at 621 Godwin Ave. in Midland Park. Hours are MondayFriday, 10-6, Thursday 10-8, and Saturday 10-5. All tailoring is done on premises. Call (201) 444-1666. Additional information on the store may be found on the web site at www.Salformen.com. S ptician Dana Ship and his wife Penny have owned Rubin Opticians for over 40 years and have made service and competitive pricing the hallmark of their fashion eyewear boutique. Rubin Opticians carries all name brands in fashion designer eyewear and a large selection of non-designer, high-quality frames. The shop stocks the latest, most progressive lenses and frames available, including sunglasses and specialty lenses. It also carries a large selection of eyeglass holder jewelry, including La Loop and Sport Loop holders, and other accessories. Ready- Pictured from left, in front of their landmark building: made readers and cases are also Victoria Solari, Dorothy Voitas, Stephan Wolfe, Penny Ship, Larry Guadiomonte and Dana Ship. in stock. The Ships built their reputation on precise, quality service, with customer satisfaction as their primary concern. “Eyeglasses only do the job they should if they are made exactly right and fitted correctly,” notes Dana. Rubin’s opticians are up on the latest technology and take care of everyone, from children to senior citizens, with precision and style. All work carries a lifetime service guarantee. The one thing that exceeds Rubin’s expert, attentive service is its selection. More than 1,000 styles of cutting edge, fashion forward frames are available, including hand painted designs and unique lines from hand-picked suppliers. They carry lines at all price points, offering value without compromising quality. Most work is done on the premises. Rubin’s expert mobile opticians will visit nursing homes or make house calls to serve homebound clients. Rubin Opticians is located at 240 Godwin Avenue, Midland Park. Call (201) 447-3121. Visit www. rubinopticians.com and look for them on Facebook. O price at Rubin Opticians ward-winning painter Carl L. Holst is known as the “painter of poetry” for his ability to capture on canvas the mood and light his subjects evoke. Whether painting a still life, landscape or portrait, this talented artist lets light be the guiding force. Throughout his career, Holst has garnered a number of prestigious awards. including the Salmagundi Club Award; a First Place Award for oil painting at the Arts Center of Northern New Jersey juried show, and a First Place Award at the Tinicum Arts Festival Association Juried Show. He has also been invited to juried shows for the Hudson Valley Art Association and the Iguazu Falls, Argentina Artists Professional League. An accomplished artist of diverse talents, Holst has painted since high school. He continued to minor in art at college and later perfected his technique under John P. Osborne at the Ridgewood Art Institute. Holst has painted throughout the United States, Europe and South America. On the Board of Directors of The Ridgewood Art Institute since 1989, Holst is a member of the American Artists Professional League located in New York City. His paintings are in many private and corporate collections, including that of a U.S. Senator. He has galleries located in New York and New Jersey. Whether your interests run to still lifes of everyday subjects, tranquil scenes, breathtaking vistas or nostalgic landmarks, it is likely the “painter of poetry” has captured your favorite image on one of his canvases. 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