VAN Heusen is a brand with a history and tradition of fine craftsmanship.

Since 1922, Van Heusen has been at the forefront of innovation in fabric and design development as well as the latest production techniques: from the first collar attached to the shirt in 1929 to the development of man-made fibre shirtings in the post war years.

The brand continues to grow and further develop its reputation for superior quality materials and high manufacturing standards, while the design team always keeps Van Heusen in line with current trends at accessible prices.

A major achievement for Van Heusen was the award of the Royal Warrant as Shirtmakers to Her Majesty the Queen in 1974. This association has remained to the present day a recognition of the brand's lifetime commitment to innovation, quality and service.

As part of Van Heusen's K Village store seasonal promotion spend £50 and receive a free umbrella the company is also offering four lucky readers the chance to win Van Heusen shirts worth £120 in total.

All you have to do to enter the competition is answer the question, fill in the entry coupon and take it either in to the Kendal store at K Village or send it to: Shirts competition, South Lakes Citizen, 22 Stricklandgate, Kendal, LA9 4NE, to arrive by first post next Tuesday. Or, you can email your answer to lisa.frascarelli@kendal.newsquest.co.uk to arrive by 9am next Tuesday.

QUESTION: In what year were Van Heusen awarded the Royal Warrant as Shirtmakers to the Queen?

Employees of Newsquest (Kendal) Ltd and their families are not eligible to enter. There is no cash alternative to the prize. The editor's decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. Winners must agree to participate in any publicity connected with this promotion.

April 15, 2003 10:30