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Ashley Stewart Selects Flex Pay to Offer Customers Flexible Financing Options

We're excited to announce that Ashley Stewart, Inc., a leading fashion and lifestyle brand dedicated to providing stylish, trend-forward apparel and accessories for plus-size women, has chosen Flex Pay, Upgrade's Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) solution, to offer flexible payment options to customers online and in stores. The partnership gives Ashley Stewart customers access to longer-term financing for larger purchases, with repayment terms ranging from 3 to 36 months*, supporting affordability and purchasing flexibility across their shopping journey.

"Our customers have always trusted us to make style accessible, and now we're extending that same commitment to how they pay," said Sarika Gupta, Chief Financial Officer, Ashley Stewart. "Flex Pay gives our shoppers the flexibility to invest in the pieces they love on terms that work for their budget." Flex Pay is integrated directly into Ashley Stewart's checkout, offering customers a frictionless way to apply, receive a quick decision, and choose a monthly payment plan that fits their budget. In addition to the seamless e-commerce check-out, Flex Pay offers best in class in-store experience for customers across Ashley Stewart’s 71 stores. 

"Ashley Stewart has built real trust with a community that deserves more options at checkout," said Mary Zoumas, Senior Vice President, Sales and Business Development, Flex Pay. "By offering them flexible financing, we're giving their customers the flexibility to say yes to a larger purchase without putting their budget on hold."

About Flex Pay Flex Pay is a Buy Now, Pay Later solution offered by Upgrade, Inc. Upgrade is a financial technology company that offers affordable and responsible credit, mobile banking, and payment products to mainstream consumers. Since its inception in 2017, Upgrade has delivered over $50 billion in credit to over 8 million customers. Upgrade's platform includes six core products: BNPL, Mobile Banking, Personal Loans, Credit Cards, Home Improvement Financing and Auto Financing.

Upgrade is headquartered in San Francisco, California, with an operations center in Phoenix, Arizona, a technology center in Montreal, Canada, and regional offices in Wilmington, Delaware, Atlanta, Georgia, New York City, New York, and Irvine, California. More information is available at: https://www.upgrade.com and https://www.upgrade.com/en-ca/flex-pay/

*Based on a purchase price of $300 you could pay just $51.57 today, followed by 5 monthly payments of $51.57 at 15% APR. Minimum purchase may be required. Actual terms are based on your credit score and other factors, and may vary. APRs range from 0% to 36%. Not everyone is eligible. Loans made through Flex Pay by Upgrade are offered by these lending partners: upgrade.com/flex-pay/lenders, upgrade.com/flex-pay/privacy, upgrade.com/flex-pay/terms, Upgrade, Inc. (NMLS #1548935) holds the following state licenses and does business under the following DBAs. 275 Battery St 23rd floor, San Francisco, CA 94111

About Ashley Stewart, Inc. Since its founding in 1991, Ashley Stewart® has stood for uncompromising style, fashion, and value, championing the confidence and empowerment of women. Today, Ashley Stewart is a leading omnichannel retailer offering fashion-forward styles for women in sizes 10 to 36, with a significant e-commerce presence at www.ashleystewart.com and 70 stores across the United States.