- Retailer 'FashionForward' Closes 20 Stores, 800 Employees Laid Off*
Retail Dive
December 3, 2025 12:45 PM PTFashionForward, a national apparel retailer, has revealed plans to close 20 underperforming stores across the country, resulting in 800 layoffs. The closures are part of a broader strategy to streamline its physical footprint and invest more heavily in its e-commerce operations. The company acknowledged the difficult impact on its employees and local communities. Severance packages and opportunities for relocation to other stores or online roles will be offered where possible. This move underscores the ongoing challenges faced by brick-and-mortar retail in a digital-first economy.
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