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Originally Posted by Kngkyle
I'm actually a bit happy to see these generic national chains close up shop on Michigan Ave. I'd rather see them on State, which is suffering far more than Michigan Ave.. or at least it feels that way if you walk down S State. There is potential for so much better on Michigan Ave. Either make it a distinct flagship experience or just stick to suburban shopping malls. Michigan Ave should be unique. No loss in my book.
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There's a reason why areas like Rush/Oak/Walton nearby, or Armitage (and to an extent....Southport) do well. At least Armitage and Oak St area have more high end and unique brands that aren't a dime a dozen everywhere like Banana Republic or Gap is.