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[Nparker]

Haven't we been told a reduced vehicular presence is the saving grace for ailing retail?

[aastra]

Governments everywhere are claiming a reduced retail presence will be the saving grace for ailing retail.

[Rob Randall]

In general, fewer cars enhances the retail environment with the exception of areas where there is an increase in retail vibrancy because there are more cars.

[Jackerbie]

Tailored Brands has filed for bankruptcy protection. Their holdings include Lord and Taylor, Men's Wearhouse, and Moore's.

[Nparker]

I received an email from Moores last night informing me of this. Another one bites the dust.

[spanky123]

^ I think that most of these brands will survive, bankruptcy allows them to exit/renegotiate leases they don't like, dump agreements and offload some pension liabilities. The trademarks will get sold and we will see many again in a few years once retail picks back up.

[Victoria Watcher]

tailored brands was due too go Dow. Down. People isuits are it going toh the office.

[Brantastic]

There's a new barbershop opening on Lower Johnson called "Cultured Swine". Opening Aug 17 next to Rook & Rose.

[Matt R.]

The iconic Dutch Bakery turns 64 years young tomorrow.

Matt.

[JanionGuy]

Perhaps already reported, but it looks like TRIG Vintage is moving on...

 

[Nparker]

Perhaps already reported, but it looks like TRIG Vintage is moving on...

No updates since March on their web page.

[Victoria Watcher]

was a strange store.

[JanionGuy]

Lole stores in Canada and US are closed, but it looks like the one on Government street might be closed for good.

 

[Nparker]

Lole stores in Canada and US are closed, but it looks like the one on Government street might be closed for good...

From their FB page (May 27, 2020)

We are sad to announce that Lolë Victoria will not be reopening again. Thank you to the community who has supported us throughout the years and we wish you all the best during this unique time. You can continue to shop online and follow the main account @lole. For any questions contact our customer service department at 1 (844) 913-7737 or customerservice@lolelife.com

[Brantastic]

Aldo in the Bay Centre is closing.

[Kapten Kapsell]

Aldo in the Bay Centre is closing.

They are under creditor protection and are closing half of their stores in Canada:  https://www.styledem...anadian-stores/

[Victoria Watcher]

with covid I guess people are walking less. so wearing out less shoes.

plus with the murder hornets you don’t want open toe designs. After they steal your pocket change they go for your toes.

[Belleprincess]

Swimco went into creditor protection this week; they operate a store locally at Mayfair Mall.

They’re a VERY good store, excellent service and quality product. I guess with less people taking vacations - it’s hard to sell swimwear - sad. They deserve to be in business

[Belleprincess]

This is only the beginning guys. I own a retail store, very established. I thought I was in good shape when we shut down in March - but when you carry seasonal product, it’s extremely challenging (to say the least.) Covid is not going anywhere - anytime soon. I’d be surprised if 50% of the businesses downtown make it. Council needs to wake up and smell the coffee. They’re going to be in a serious situation soon

[Victoria Watcher]

They’re a VERY good store, excellent service and quality product. I guess with less people taking vacations - it’s hard to sell swimwear - sad. They deserve to be in business

Agree.