The popular women’s clothing chain announced on September 26, 2026 that it will close 120 stores across the United States, with locations in New Jersey among the sites slated for shutdown. The decision follows a reported 3.7 percent drop in same‑store sales compared with the previous year, prompting the retailer to accelerate its ongoing restructuring plan.
The closures are part of a broader effort by the company to reshape its retail footprint amid a challenging market environment. By reducing the number of physical locations, the chain aims to align its operating costs with current sales performance and to focus resources on more profitable venues and its expanding online platform.
Employees at the affected stores will receive notice of the closures, and the company has indicated that it will provide standard transition assistance in accordance with applicable labor regulations. Shoppers in the impacted communities can expect the remaining stores to continue offering the brand’s apparel lines while the company works to maintain inventory availability during the transition.
Industry analysts have observed that many apparel retailers are revisiting their store strategies as consumer preferences shift toward digital channels and as overall foot traffic in malls and shopping districts declines. The chain’s 3.7 percent same‑store sales contraction mirrors a trend seen across the sector, where modest year‑over‑year drops often trigger reassessments of store networks.
While the announcement marks a significant reduction in the retailer’s physical presence, the company maintains that the restructuring is intended to strengthen its long‑term financial health. The closures are expected to be carried out over the coming months, with the final store shutdown dates to be communicated to local managers and staff as the plan progresses.