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Torrid to Close 180 Stores. See Reactions From Plus-Size Community.
- Torrid, a retailer specializing in plus-size apparel, revealed intentions to shut down as many as 180 of its lower-performing locations across the U.S. throughout this year.
- The closures respond to shifting consumer behavior, as about 70% of Torrid's sales now occur online, prompting the company to accelerate a digital transformation.
- CEO Lisa Harper stated that the company is streamlining its retail presence by closing underperforming stores, which will lower ongoing expenses and allow for increased investment in customer acquisition and expanding its omnichannel capabilities.
- Torrid’s net sales declined by just under 5% in the first quarter of 2025, with most store closures planned for the latter half of the year, although specific details have yet to be released.
- The reductions imply a strategic shift toward a digitally-led business model maintaining physical presence but downsizing stores, which has drawn concern from the plus-size community.
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The shop specializing in clothing for women of large size has experienced in the last year a fall of 5% of its sales
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Torrid to close 180 stores. See reactions from plus-size community.
One Torrid shopper says she is "devastated" to learn about the closures, saying the plus-size community is "being relegated to online-only options."
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Torrid to close up to 180 stores this year_ retailer announces
(NEXSTAR) — Another retailer frequently found in malls is set to close dozens of stores this year in an effort to "optimize" its footprint. Lisa Harper, CEO of California-based Torrid, announced last week during an earnings call with investors that up to 180 "underperforming" stores are expected to close this year. According to Harper, this will allow Torrid "to reduce fixed costs and reinvest in areas that drive long-term
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Torrid to close up to 180 stores this year, retailer announces
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