If you're unfamiliar with some of these high-end designer boutiques coming to Ross Park Mall, here's a primer. (Items by Burberry, Kate Spade, Michael Kors, Juicy Couture and True Religion Brand Jeans also will be sold at the new Nordstrom store in the mall.)

Juicy Couture

Founded by two California women in 1998, the company began as Travis Jeans and specialized in maternity wear. After evolving into Juicy Couture, it drew a cult following with expensive T-shirts and later expanded into menswear, childrenswear, wristwatches and fragrances. The brand is most famous for its comfy women's track suits, which generated controversy for the word "juicy" emblazoned across the derriere. Items from the line are currently sold locally at Choices, Charles Spiegel, Original Cin, Muse Kids Couture, Saks Fifth Avenue and Pittsburgh Jeans Company.

BCBG Max Azria

A favorite of female celebrities for its lovely dresses, the brand traces its origins to Paris in 1981. It combines European sophistication and American spirit for a young, modern look that carries over to its lines of denim, outerwear, swimwear, footwear and handbags. There's already a BCBG store at SouthSide Works.

Burberry

This British company, known for its distinctive brown check, resides in the upper echelons of luxury fashion. Founded 152 years ago by draper's apprentice Thomas Burberry, the brand's first specialty was outerwear, which led to the invention of the forerunner of the trench coat. With creative director Christopher Bailey at the helm, the company has ventured in recent years beyond its traditional, conservative aesthetic to reach a younger, hipper consumer.

Janie and Jack

The California-based company, owned by Gymboree, offers higher-end clothing and accessories for preemies and boys and girls through size 6 (up to size 8 online). There's currently a store at The Galleria in Mt. Lebanon.

Kate Spade

Fifteen years ago, the Kansas City, Mo., native became famous for chic handbags in vibrant colors and exotic materials and went on to win numerous awards. In recent years, she has moved into footwear and other accessories, baby items and a home collection that includes dishes and stationery. Products are currently sold locally at Macy's and e.b. Pepper.

Louis Vuitton

The French brand is one of the most recognized and revered names in fashion today. It began with saddles, moved into luggage and in recent years has been a trendsetter in handbags, other accessories, and men's and women's apparel. There's a small in-store boutique in Saks Fifth Avenue.

Lucky Brand Jeans

Youthful, vintage-inspired sportswear is what this Los Angeles-based brand is all about. With its roots in rock-'n'-roll, the brand specializes in jeans of various washes and fits. Also available are hoodies, bold-print Western shirts and tees for men, and cargos, shorts, skirts and tops for women. Products are currently sold locally at Cajoli, Pittsburgh Jeans Company, The Buckle and Macy's.

Michael Kors

He has emerged in recent years as one of the most-watched menswear and womenswear designers because of his sleek sophistication. His regular appearance as a judge on award-winning reality show "Project Runway" has dramatically increased the company's visibility, as well as a lower-priced line -- MICHAEL Michael Kors -- available locally at chickdowntown.com and Macy's.

Tiffany & Co.

The crown jewel of American jewelry houses, Tiffany's pale blue-turquoise gift box is instantly recognized as a sign of quality. The New York-based company, established in 1837, creates not only necklaces, rings and other elegantly bejeweled baubles, but also trophies for the Major League Baseball World Series, the NBA, the NFL and the U.S. Open Tennis Championship.

True Religion Brand Jeans

Established in 2002, this California-based company quickly became one of America's most popular cult brands of premium denim. It manufactures numerous categories of apparel for men, women and children. It's currently available locally at Urban Outfitters and Pittsburgh Jeans Company.