dressbarn Thanks Teachers With a Special Celebration on National Teacher Day

SUFFERN, NY--(Marketwire - Apr 25, 2011) -

WHAT:
dressbarn continues its tradition of supporting America's teachers by hosting a Teacher Appreciation event on National Teacher Day, May 3rd. This one-day event offers teachers an exclusive 15% discount off their entire purchase of regular-priced merchandise at dressbarn stores nationwide.

During the event, teachers will be pampered with personal attention, fashion tips and top-notch service as they shop for the latest spring fashions at the specialty women's apparel retailer. dressbarn's exclusive line of business and casual fashions helps women in all walks of life follow the store's advice: "Live within your means. Dress beyond them."

WHO:
dressbarn, a division of Ascena Retail Group Inc. (NASDAQ: ASNA), is a leading, national women's specialty apparel retailer offering quality casual and career fashion apparel. dressbarn stores carry styles in sizes 4 to 24, as well as shoes and accessories. For more information, please visit dressbarn.com.

WHERE:
dressbarn stores nationwide

WHEN:
National Teacher Day -- May 3, 2011

WHY:
"Our stores are proud members of their local business communities," said Vivian Behrens, executive vice president and chief marketing officer of dressbarn and maurices. "This Teacher Appreciation event gives us an opportunity to say 'thank you' to the dedicated professional educators who help to make communities across the country great places to live and work."