The J. Peterman Company Apparel & Travel Catalog The J. Peterman Company is one of the most distinctive mail-order catalogs in American retail history. Founded in 1987 by J. Peterman and Don Staley in Lexington, Kentucky, the catalog became famous for its literary, romantically written product descriptions — known as …

The Sharper Image Electronics, Gadgets & Gifts The Sharper Image is one of the most recognized names in consumer electronics and innovative gift retail. Founded in San Francisco in 1977 by Richard Thalheimer, the company built its reputation on a curated catalog of high-quality gadgets, personal care devices, massage …