Iconic Fashion Store Closing 10 Locations in Pennsylvania: Retail Industry Faces More Shuttering Stores in 2025. The wave of retail closures continues, and 2025 is proving to be another tough year for many major brands. Amid changing shopping habits and financial struggles, several well-known retailers are shutting down locations across the United States, including Pennsylvania.
Macy’s and Neiman Marcus Among Major Brands Closing Stores
Macy’s has confirmed that it will close additional stores by March 23, 2025, as part of its ongoing downsizing efforts. Meanwhile, Neiman Marcus will be exiting certain locations, although the King of Prussia Mall store remains safe. However, luxury shoppers in cities like Dallas will soon see their Neiman Marcus stores disappear by the end of March.
Jo-Ann Stores has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection for the second time in less than a year. This struggling retailer has announced plans to close 500 of its remaining 800 locations nationwide, forcing many craft lovers to seek alternatives.
Forever 21 to Close 10 Stores in Pennsylvania
Once a staple in malls across the country, Forever 21 is downsizing yet again. The brand, which had 800 stores at its peak, filed for bankruptcy in 2019, reducing its store count to 500. Now, more closures are on the horizon. Liquidation sales have already started at some locations, with the following 10 Forever 21 stores in Pennsylvania confirmed for closure:
King of Prussia Mall – 160 N. Gulph Road, Space #1358, King of Prussia, PA
Lehigh Valley Mall – 250 Lehigh Valley Mall, Whitehall, PA
Philadelphia Fashion Outlets – 907-937A Market Street #2175, Philadelphia, PA
Oxford Valley Mall – 2300 E Lincoln Hwy Ste 270, Langhorne, PA
Montgomery Mall – 189 Montgomery Mall, North Wales, PA
Park City Center – 828 Park City Center #A-828, Lancaster, PA
Grove City Premium Outlets – 1911 Leesburg Grove City Rd, Grove City, PA
Philadelphia Premium Outlets – 18 W. Lightcap Rd, Space #101, Pottstown, PA
South Hills Village – 301 South Hills Village, Bethel Park, PA
The Mall at Robinson – 100 Robinson Centre Dr., Space #2800, Pittsburgh, PA
Other Major Retail Chains Closing Stores in 2025
Retailers across various sectors are struggling, leading to widespread store closures. Here’s a look at some of the biggest names making cuts this year:
Advance Auto Parts
Closing 523 corporate stores
Exiting 204 independent locations
Shutting down four distribution centers
Best Buy
Closing 10 to 15 stores in 2025 after shutting 24 stores in 2024
Some stores rebranding or shifting focus from furniture
CosMc’s (McDonald’s Spinoff)
Closing three locations while planning new openings
Denny’s
Set to close 100 locations in 2025, following 50 closures in 2024
Dick’s Sporting Goods
Planning to close 35 locations in 2025
Foot Locker
Shutting down 400+ stores by 2026
Rebranding 280 locations to focus on specific customer experiences
LL Flooring (Formerly Lumber Liquidators)
Nearly 100 stores closing after Chapter 11 filing
Jo-Ann Fabrics
Closing multiple locations in Iowa, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania
Kohl’s
Closing 27 underperforming stores and a fulfillment center before April
Macy’s
Increasing store closures from 50 to 65 by January 2025
Closing 150 locations within two years
Party City
All stores permanently closing by February 28, 2025
7-Eleven
Closing 444 locations across North America
Revamping some stores to offer higher-quality food
TGI Fridays
Closing 36 locations in January 2025
Selling nine additional locations
Walgreens
Shutting down 2,150 locations by 2027, affecting nearly 25% of its stores
What’s Next for Brick-and-Mortar Stores?
Despite the increasing shift toward online shopping, many retailers are not giving up entirely. Some are downsizing their physical footprint while reimagining store experiences, focusing on smaller and more efficient locations. While closures continue to impact shoppers, the retail landscape is adapting to changing consumer habits.
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