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former Woodley Furs in 1993. "We tell our clients that it's It under went another renovation and expansion in the fall of 1996, and it was during that process really their store we just that Courneyea who then purchased the building wanted to highlight the historical significance of manage it for them," said his building at 273 Front St. "~~ Richard.' We want them to "Our downtown has a enjoy coming in, and they tell lot of character, and I us they do." wanted to be sure the Whether they're relaxing in store reflected that a pair of antique barber chairs or checking the look of a suit with the new, and touches of our own. jacket in the store's ornate triple mirrors, the atmosphere of RICHARD DAVIS invites one to take a deep breath and enjoy life His interest in preserving the at a slower pace. RICHARD DAVIS carries several lines of European casual and formal wear, including styles from downtown extends beyond his own store Italy and France, as well as North American fashions such as Kenneth Cole of New York. Suits, sportswear, rugged corduroy and stylish trench coats are available, as are accessories such as to serving on the shoes, socks, ties, cufflinks, watches and even luggage. "Gentlemen can find everything they need for their wardrobe right here, and if our customers have a special need, we provide made-to-measure and custom orders in as little as three to four weeks' time," said Courneyea. RICHARDDAVK target audience is men between 25 and 75, and has recently expanded its clothing line to include the younger man with an area Richard calls The Hub. 6 We'd like The Hub to serve a transitional puipose by welcoming younger customers, whom Anyone can buy anything anywhere, said Richard "You have to give people a reason to shop at your store, and that formula includes knowledgeable staff, the right product, the dght style, and the right price." XICHARD DAVIS has gradually expanded from the original 500-square-feet it shared with the .