Claire’s
Accessories store, Claire’s was first established in 1961. They are also young girls’ favorite around the United States. The company recently ceased IPO and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in 2018. As of May 2018, Claire’s shut down over 130 stores across the nation. The rest will go to potential buyers and investors.
Eddie Bauer
Eddie Bauer, a Bellevue-based outdoor company, came back from bankruptcy in 2009 but who knows what is next. S&P Global recently downgraded their credit score, after difficulties keeping up with trends. Eddie Bauer will most likely merge with Pacific Sunwear aka PacSun, located in California.