Several new tenants have opened at Summit Mall in Fairlawn, Ohio, including Carhartt, J. Jill, and Kids Empire, adding to the center’s evolving retail mix

By Brandmarch1 min read

Carhartt brings its workwear-focused apparel concept into the mall environment, while J.Jill continues its expansion of women’s apparel in established suburban centers. Kids Empire, an indoor play concept, adds a family-oriented traffic driver to the property.

For brokers, the leasing activity reflects how mall owners are balancing national apparel brands with experiential and family-focused tenants to maintain relevance and drive repeat visits.

The mix points to a continued shift in traditional mall merchandising, where apparel is being complemented by uses that extend dwell time and broaden the customer base.

https://www.beaconjournal.com/story/shopping/2026/03/18/carhartt-j-jill-kids-empire-stores-open-summit-mall/89212524007/

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