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Irish Roots – Family History & Family Business.

Charlie Lord. Belfast and Philadelphia.

Charlie Lord & his company Celtic Clothing bring the best of Ireland to lucky customers in North America.

Charlie Lord. Belfast and Philadelphia.Chadds Ford resident and Irish native Charlie Lord – owner of the online business CelticClothing.com – will often forgo Route 1 and instead drive the back roads from his home in Chadds Ford to the company warehouse in West Grove, PA.  For Charlie, the rolling hills and rural splendor of the Brandywine Valley transport him back to his native Ireland.  “When I drive along these country roads and see the horses and the sheep, it looks like Ireland to me.  It looks and feels right.  This feels like home.”

For more than 25 years, Charlie and Celtic Clothing have brought a piece of Ireland to many Irish Americans with authentic and handcrafted traditional Irish apparel, accessories, and gifts.  Years ago, Charlie was inspired to start the company while pursuing his business degree in England.  “I did my entrepreneurship thesis on selling Irish products to the American market, and I thought, “This might actually work”.  After his immigration to the United States in 1987, and subsequent marriage to Philadelphia native Janice Pietrowicz, Charlie’s vision became a reality.  In 1995, he started Celtic Clothing, harnessing the emergence of e-commerce, and hasn’t looked back since.

Although Charlie’s background is primarily in business and not fashion – he holds a masters degree in business education from Temple University – selling clothing is a big part of his family’s heritage.  “I leave style to the designers, that’s what they are passionate about; I do the business part.  My grandmother and mother used to make women’s clothes back in Ireland.  My grandfather died relatively young, so my grandmother had to work to feed all eight kids, my mother was the eldest girl so she helped too, ” he recalls.  “As a little boy, I remember going to the markets with my mother and grandmother and I would sit behind the market stall.  So there’s the family historical connection that I take pride and honor in.”About CelticClothing.com

It’s this same connection to the motherland that many Irish Americans discover at Celtic Clothing, “Our customers want something that’s authentically Irish,” says Charlie.  The company website offers everything from wool sweaters, tweed vests and hats to wool blankets, authentic Guinness merchandise, and traditional Irish jewelry, like Claddagh rings.   “These things are all identifiable with Ireland,” explains Charlie, “You are literally wearing your Irishness on your sleeve when you wear one of our products.  They are an expression of Irish identity.”

A best-selling product for men is the quintessential tweed flat cap.  “It’s a very popular look,” says Charlie.  “It’s a hat that looks good on everyone.  Ireland is very well known for them, andIrish Tweed Flat Caps it’s a must-have for every Irish American wardrobe.”  For women, Charlie recommends Irish knitwear, like traditional Aran wool sweaters, capes, cardigans, and wraps.  With their timeless design and quality construction, they will be wardrobe staples for years.

Charlie sources merchandise from all 32 counties of Ireland – like County Tyrone, Donegal, Mayo, Kerry and Dublin – and is on a first name basis with the Irish manufacturers.  “I go back home to Ireland at least twice a year,  and I will go to the places where the items are made.   I have the ability to source authentic products, and that’s a real key factor for my Irish American client base.”

After 20 years serving as Dept Chair of the Business Faculty,  Charlie took early retirement from teaching in June 2021 in order to dedicate all his time to the company.  Despite the challenges of Covid-19, Charlie says that business is booming.  “With everyone ordering online during the pandemic,  business actually improved, although it’s regrettable given the circumstances.  Obviously, we would much prefer that everyone was healthy and safe.”  Celtic Clothing ships products daily all across North American from its warehouse in West Grove, PA – just south west of Philadelphia.

Grace Lord and Connor LordDuring the summer months – when the Lord family travels to Ireland to visit family (and source new products) – Charlie and Janice’s children, Grace and Connor, both tag along.  They enjoy learning about the family business but also discovering more about their Irish heritage, keeping the Celtic tradition close to their hearts.

When asked what impact being an Irish immigrant has on his business, Charlie is quick to respond. “It’s no coincidence that I’m working in Irish fashion, because it gives me the opportunity to keep in touch with Ireland.  It’s something that I know, understand and enjoy.  I’m constantly on the phone with people in Ireland, working with Irish designers,  manufacturers and distributors.   As an immigrant, the desire, motivation and enthusiasm to keep that connection with Ireland makes this not feel like work at all.”

Charlie is now retired from his career as a Business Teacher,  but his wife Dr. Janice Pietrowicz still works as a school psychologist.  Together Charlie & Janice have given over 50 years of service to Public Education in the United States.  

This article was written by Katie Gildea for the Chadds Ford based Junxion Magazine.

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Get dressed for St. Patrick’s Day with CelticClothing.com

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For Irish-owned companies like CelticClothing.com, the month of March always has a happy buzz to it.

CelticClothing.com is offering free shipping on orders over $75 for US customers.

CelticClothing.com is offering free shipping on orders over $75 for US customers. CELTIC CLOTHING

For 25 years, we at CelticClothing.com have been providing the finest Irish products for St. Patrick’s Day parades, parties, and family gatherings.  And every year, we enjoy the many Irish cultural events surrounding St. Patrick’s Day.  

This year, to make your St. Patrick’s Day that much more special, CelticClothing.com is offering U.S customers free shipping on all orders over $75.

Additionally, everything ships fast from our U.S. location, so no need to deal with extended delivery dates or shipping returns back to Ireland. We do all that work for you. And to help you dress to impress, we only source products from the best companies in Ireland. We just love this time of year.

Irish people and those with Irish roots are rightfully proud of their heritage. That Irish heritage is literally sewn into the very fabric of our garments. Ireland is known around the world for producing exceptional wool sweaters, and CelticClothing.com has a great selection of Aran Knit Wool Sweaters to choose from.

All our Irish clothing is either made with Irish materials, designed in Ireland, imported from Ireland, or embossed with Irish logos and motifs. CelticClothing.com is the crossroads where traditional Irish design meets modern Irish style. As  Mark Twain said, “Clothes make the man.”

Our exclusive range of Irish Rugby Shirts always prove popular this time of year, but they can be proudly worn year-round and by people of all ages. We love to wear our green on St. Patrick’s Day, as it not only represents the 40 Shades of Green associated with the Irish landscape, but it’s also connected to our intriguing Irish history. Browse our full collection of Irish Rugby Jerseys to see how you can add a famous splash of green to your Irish wardrobe.

Our customers are our number one priority. Each year we travel back to Ireland to source new products to keep ahead of trends. We are always on the lookout for that next must-have item and these Celtic scarves/wraps Celtic scarves/wraps are clearly the must-have “one size fits all” item for you or someone special to you. Our Celtic design scarves come in a variety of colors.

Irish Tweed Caps are also a customer favorite. The distinct colors and patterns represent the earth tones of Ireland.  It is the beauty and quality of the fabric that makes the Irish Tweed Caps an international success. The colors match the patterns seen from the cottage window: of turf and hill and fuchsia, of sea and cloud and sky.  CelticClothing.com offers the convenience of online shopping 24/7, 365 days a year. With a simple click, authentic, quality Irish products and Celtic-influenced designs can be delivered right to your doorstep. We ship fast from our U.S. location so no need to deal with lengthy shipping or returns to Ireland.

We are proud of our company and honored to be one of your favorite family-owned and operated US-based companies for the past 25 years. If you need assistance, our customer service staff are on hand to take your calls and assist you in any way that we can.

Remember – “Clothes are just like friends, you want quality, not quantity.” Visit Celtic Clothing Company today for quality Irish clothing. A family-owned and operated, small business located in Chester County, Pennsylvania that has been delivering a piece of Ireland to you for close to three decades.

*CelticClothing.com is located at 8 Prospect Ave, West Grove, PA 19390. Tel:  610-662-9154. Visit CelticClothing.com or follow them on FacebookInstagramPinterest, or Twitter.

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