If you’ve walked through a mall recently, you may have noticed something surprising, Eddie Bauer stores are starting to shut down.
After filing for bankruptcy earlier this year, the company is in the process of closing all of its retail locations across North America… roughly 170 stores in total. While the physical stores are going away, the brand itself isn’t disappearing. You’ll still be able to shop online, and some international locations are expected to remain open.
For now, though, the in-store experience is in full liquidation mode.
What the Discounts Look Like Right Now
I stopped into a local store in the Philadelphia area to see what kind of deals are actually available and here’s the honest take.
Most of the store is currently sitting around 40% off. You’ll find some deeper discounts, especially on clearance sections and seasonal items like rain gear, where prices are closer to 60% off.
But here’s the reality:
These aren’t “must-buy” deals yet.
Right now, the real advantage is selection. Sizes are still available, racks are full, and you’re not digging through leftovers.
How These Store Closing Sales Usually Work
If you’ve followed retail closures before, the pattern is pretty predictable.
Discounts tend to increase gradually over time:
- Early stage — around 40% off (best selection)
- Mid stage — 50% to 60% off
- Final weeks — 70% or more off (but very picked over)
So while the deals will likely get better week by week, the trade-off is simple:
Wait for better prices, and you’ll have fewer options.
Timeline: What to Expect
Based on how these sales typically progress and what’s already happening in stores. Here’s a rough timeline:
- Week of March 8 — around 40% off
- Mid-March — around 50% off
- Late March / Early April — around 60% off
- Final days in late April — around 70% off
Stores are expected to be fully closed by April 30, 2026.
As always with liquidation sales, this can vary by location, but the general pattern holds.
Philadelphia-Area Locations Affected
Here are some of the local stores in the Philadelphia region that are part of the closures:
- Philadelphia — Fashion District
- North Wales — Montgomery Mall
- Glen Mills — Brinton Lake
- Pottstown — “Philadelphia” Premium Outlets
- Blackwood, NJ — Gloucester Premium Outlets
If you’re nearby, it’s worth stopping in at least once just to get a feel for how the sale is progressing.
Final Take: Buy Now or Wait?
Here’s the straightforward answer:
- Buy now if you want the best selection and specific items
- Wait if you’re hunting for deep discounts and don’t care as much about choice
Right now, we’re still early in the process. The big “clear it all out” deals haven’t hit yet, but they’re coming.
The question is whether what you want will still be there when they do.