ST. LOUIS, Aug. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- CPI Corp. (NYSE: CPY) today announced it will release fiscal 2009 second-quarter results before the market opens on Tuesday, September 1, 2009. The news release will be followed by a conference call at 10 a.m. CT with management. To participate in the call, please dial 800-706-7745 or 617-614-3472 and reference passcode 43794844 at least five minutes before start time.

Interested persons who wish to hear the live webcast should go to the Company's Web site, http://www.cpicorp.com, prior to the starting time to register, download and install any necessary audio software. A replay will be available on the Web site as well as by dialing 888-286-8010 or 617-801-6888 and providing passcode 54803967. The replay will be available through September 15 by phone and for 30 days on the Internet.

About CPI Corp.

CPI Corp. has been dedicated to helping families conveniently create cherished photography portrait keepsakes that capture a lifetime of memories for more than 60 years. CPI Corp. provides portrait photography services in approximately 3,000 locations, principally in Sears and Walmart stores. As the first in the category to convert to a fully digital format, CPI Corp. studios offer unique posing options, creative photography selections, a wide variety of sizes and an unparalleled assortment of enhancements to customize each portrait - all for an affordable price. CPI Corp. is based in St. Louis and traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: CPY).

    FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
        Jane Nelson                         CPI Corp.
        1706 Washington Avenue              St. Louis
        Missouri, 63103                     (314) 231-1575

SOURCE CPI Corp.