November 4, 2005

Retail Roundup

Charlotte Russe store opens at Eastridge

Charlotte Russe Holding, Inc. announces the opening of its 6,900-square-foot Charlotte Russe store location at Eastridge.

Charlotte Russe appeals to a wide customer age range, with a core emphasis on the fashion and lifestyle needs of young women in their teens and 20s, offering trend right apparel and accessories at value prices.

The Charlotte Russe customer is the teenager seeking hot trends, as well as the crossover customer looking for career-wear that’s hip.

With stores averaging 6,500 square feet, located in highly visible, center court locations, Charlotte Russe is one of the largest women’s fashion retailers in the mall. Because Charlotte Russe stores encompass nearly twice the space of its competitors, the broad product mix facilitates one-stop shopping.

Since 1996, Charlotte Russe has undergone the successful transition from a strong regional chain to a rapidly growing, nationally branded retailer, with store openings across the United States and Puerto Rico.

Currently with over 350 stores nationwide—and growing at an average rate of approximately 30 percent each year—Charlotte Russe is a true destination retailer that offers breadth and depth of merchandise and a complete shopping experience. From dresses and shoes to lingerie and accessories, Charlotte Russe is accessible, approachable and easy to shop.

The Charlotte Russe environment is exciting and comfortable, gracefully embodying architecture and design, with unique design features and appealing displays. Merchandising by color and trend allows the Charlotte Russe customer to easily navigate her way to the perfect wardrobe that will suit her individual lifestyle needs.

Eastridge is located at 2200 Eastridge Loop, at Tully Road and Capitol Expressway. For more information, go to www.eastridgecenter.com, or call customer service at (408) 238-3600.