Forever 21: Two Mega Stores, One Mall

Forever 21 is every woman’s trusted source for affordable fashion throughout the seasons. When we spot a new must-have trend, but can’t invest all of this month’s paycheck, we join the likeminded masses at Forever 21 stores across the city, including Fashion Valley, Horton Plaza and UTC, among others.

With the big holidays just days away, our shopping list is ever-expanding. We need last-minute gift ideas for friends and family, and we are desperately in search of the perfect New Year’s Eve dress. Forever 21 comes in handy for all of these holiday needs, hooking up your little sister and niece with jewelry and accessory steals, while dressing you up in a dazzling sequin number that will make a statement without breaking the bank.

While I love any store that makes holiday shopping that much easier, I’ll admit that I am terrified to go anywhere near Forever 21 in December due to the inevitable fashion frenzy and long lines out the door. And if you agree, that is all the more reason to freak out in excitement that, for a limited time, there will be two Forever 21 mega stores open within Fashion Valley Mall. Yes, two stores, one mall. Happy holidays, indeed.

Here’s the backstory: Forever 21 is moving to a new, larger location near Bloomingdale’s within Fashion Valley Mall. The 62,000-square-foot upgraded space will open to the public on Saturday, December 17th. The original Forever 21 store, on the opposite side of the mall, will close down, but not just yet. Starting Saturday, both stores will be open for extra-long holiday hours through December 31st. And of course, F-21 is hosting a grand opening party to celebrate the expansion. This Saturday starting at 10am, the first 500 shoppers in line will receive free gift cards with surprise values of $10, $20, $50, $100 or $210. Additionally, all shoppers will receive 10% off when spending $40 or more all day Saturday.

Both Forever 21 stores will be open for extended holiday hours:

Friday, December 16 - 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Saturday, December 17 - 10 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Sunday, December 18 - 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Monday, December 19 - 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Tuesday, December 20 - 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Wednesday, December 21 - 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Thursday, December 22 - 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Friday, December 23 - 8 a.m. – 10 p.m.

Saturday, December 24 - 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Sunday, December 25 CLOSED

Monday, December 26 - 8 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Tuesday, December 27 - 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Wednesday, December 28 - 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Thursday, December 29 - 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Friday, December 30 - 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.

Saturday, December 31 - 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.

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