Eddie Bauer LLC announced its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing on Monday, February 9

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Paramus NJ, The retail landscape is shifting again as the iconic outdoor apparel chain Eddie Bauer LLC announced its Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing on Monday, February 9. This move has put all six New Jersey locations at risk of permanent closure, with dozens of local jobs on the line.

Key Takeaways: NJ Eddie Bauer Closures & Layoffs

• Total NJ Layoffs: 58 employees across five counties are affected by recent and upcoming filings.

• NJ Stores at Risk: All six brick-and-mortar locations in New Jersey may close by April 30 if a buyer is not secured.

• Counties Affected: Bergen, Morris, Camden, Monmouth, and Somerset.

List of New Jersey Eddie Bauer Stores Facing Closure:

1. American Dream (East Rutherford)

2. Bridgewater Commons (Bridgewater)

3. Garden State Plaza (Paramus)

4. Gloucester Premium Outlets (Blackwood)

5. Jersey Shore Premium Outlets (Tinton Falls)

6. Rockaway Townsquare (Rockaway)

What the Bankruptcy Means for Shoppers

While the brick-and-mortar stores undergo a court-supervised sales process, they currently remain open to serve customers. If a buyer is not found by the end of April, the company will begin liquidating its physical inventory with going-out-of-business sales.

Good News for Online Shoppers: Last month, Eddie Bauer spun off its e-commerce and wholesale operations to a company called Outdoor 5. These operations are not affected by the bankruptcy, meaning you can likely continue to shop Eddie Bauer gear online regardless of the store closures.

The Bigger Picture: A Surge in Retail Bankruptcies

Eddie Bauer joins a long list of brands like Bed Bath & Beyond, Rite Aid, and Forever 21 that have faced financial restructuring recently. According to S&P Global, 2025 saw 785 bankruptcies—the highest number since the 2010 Great Recession fallout.

Marc Rosen, CEO of Catalyst Brands (which operates the physical stores), stated that restructuring is the best path to “optimize value” and ensure the parent brand remains profitable with strong liquidity.

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