The mall jewelry chain Claire’s has announced it is filing for bankruptcy and is planning to close nearly 20 stores on September 7th. One of the initial closures is in Washington state. More than 1,000 locations could be shuttered if no buyer emerges.

Claire hopes to sell 800 locations immediately

Claire's sells jewelry, fashion accessories, and beauty and makeup products, typically in a mall setting.

Claire's nearest location is at Wenatchee Valley Mall in East Wenatchee , but it operates 15 stores in Washington state

Valley Mall, Union Gap

Factory Stores, North Bend

Redmond Town Center

Factoria Square, Bellevue

Woodinville Plaza

Bellevue Square

The Outlet Collection, Auburn

Southcenter Mall, Tukwila

Seatac Village, Federal Way

South Hill Mall, Puyallup

Alderwood Mall, Lyn

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