Macerich Adds 17 Cotton On Group Stores to Portfolio

SANTA MONICA, CA – Retail and mixed-use owner, operator and developer Macerich is adding 17 Cotton On Group stores to its regional town centers across the US.

These stores will be in addition to the global fashion and lifestyle company’s 12 outlets that are already open within the REIT’s portfolio.

Cotton On Group has eight Aussie lifestyle brands that are available in 22 countries. The Australia-based company will open Cotton On stores, Cotton On Kids stores, combination megastore concept and select locations with Cotton On Body, in the Macerich properties.

The Cotton On Group stores at Macerich properties are set to open in 2022 and 2023.

“We’re excited to partner with Macerich to continue bringing our brands to top US markets,” says Mark Pan, Cotton On Group’s USA president. “Cotton On Group and Macerich share an enthusiasm to engage consumers who seek out purpose-driven retailers when making their shopping choices.”

Pan adds, “Our team will continue to grow, and we want people on the journey with us who are passionate about our customer, who absolutely love what they do – and above all else, who want to make a positive difference.”

The Cotton On locations, which will offer womenswear, menswear and accessories, include Fashion Outlets of Niagara Falls in New York, FlatIron Crossing in Colorado, Kings Plaza in New York, Queens Center in New York, Stonewood Center in California and The Mall at Victor Valley in California.

The Cotton On Kids locations, which will offer age-appropriate children’s clothing, include Danbury Fair Mall in Connecticut, Deptford Mall in New Jersey, FlatIron Crossing in Colorado, Los Cerritos Center in California and Queens Center in New York.

The Cotton On megastores locations include a Freehold Raceway Mall store expansion in New Jersey, Fresno Fashion Fair in California, Green Acres Mall in New York, Scottsdale Fashion Square in Arizona, Valley River Center in Oregon and Washington Square in Oregon.

“Best-in-class global brands like Cotton On continue to choose Macerich’s outstanding regional town centers for their newest retail locations, thanks to our role as proven platforms for retailer success,” says Tom O’Hern, CEO of Macerich. “Cotton On Group has exceptional lifestyle brands that not only provide a wonderful experience for shoppers, but also complement our company’s longstanding commitment to social and environmental responsibility.”

The fashion and lifestyle company aims to support Cotton On Foundation’s work under the pillars of holistic education, mental health and environment. In addition, the company has previously collaborated with brands such as Disney, MTV, Hard Rock Café and artist Keith Haring.