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Malls Aren't Dead Just Reimagined | Raleigh News
Malls aren’t dead—just getting smarter. Top retailers like Michael Kors and Fossil are closing stores not to flee, but to trim inefficiencies and stay lean. Foot traffic is rising at premium open-air malls, while lower-tier ones lag. Shoppers are now mission-driven, browsing less and buying faster, forcing brands to optimize their presence. Tilly’s, the skate and streetwear giant, closed 28 stores but saw sales surge—proof that pruning can fuel growth. They’re also expanding strategically and deploying AI to manage inventory, proving adaptability is key in today’s retail revolution. Listen in…
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