National Apparel Stores Coming to Blakeney

Charlotte, N.C., Feb. 15, 2007 – Blakeney, south Charlotte’s upscale retail destination, will soon welcome three national apparel retailers, Talbots, J. Jill and Justice.

Specialty retailer, Talbots (9,000 square feet) will feature modern classic styles in apparel, shoes and accessories, providing head-to-toe wardrobing for all occasions including work, weekend and special occasions. The merchandise will include a mixture of Talbots retail concepts including Talbots Misses, Petites, Woman, Woman Petites, and Collection. Talbots will open early 2009.

J. Jill’s (3,200 square feet) artistically inspired line of apparel, shoes and accessories will also join the shops at Blakeney early this fall. Designed to appeal to women with a sophisticated casual lifestyle, the merchandise derives its inspiration from natural elements and is distinguished by relaxed, feminine styling and unique, artistic details. Appropriate for multiple end uses, the J. Jill line will offer apparel in Misses, Petites, Woman and Tall sizes.

Justice Just for Girls (4,200 square feet) will offer a full line of fashions including tops, shorts, skirts, pants, jeans, sweaters, dresses, outerwear and swimwear designed to fit the size and taste of 7- to 14-year-old girls. The store will also feature accessories including jewelry, belts, bags and footwear. For those celebrating a birthday, girls can choose from a rock star, movie star or pretty princess party theme. Justice is scheduled to open mid-August.