The Trib has heard the scuttle, too. Around town, on Web logs and in coffee shops, people are talking about what they’ve heard is coming to the Duke City. Among them, J.Crew, Nordstrom, J.Jill and Urban Outfitters.
The first two gave The Tribune a definite and resounding no on plans to announce an Albuquerque store opening. Women’s clothier J.Jill, however, seems more promising – the customer service department says yes but couldn’t find confirming details. The company’s spokeswoman said she would not be able to confirm anything for a few weeks about the Boston store’s expansion in the West.
Urban Outfitters, which is rumored to be ready to occupy space on Central Avenue, also did not return calls for this story.
The excitement is over more Wal-Marts, Office Depots and — hold your breath — a second Bed, Bath & Beyond.
NewMexiKen loves Albuquerque, but where’s Crate & Barrel, Pottery Barn, Restoration Hardware, Panera, an Apple Store, jeez, a Kohl’s even?
The first Albuquerque Trader Joe’s opens soon.
FROM J.JILL CUSTOMER SERVICE:
Thank you for contacting J. Jill.
We are in receipt of your correspondence concerning a Retail Store in
Albuquerque, NM. At present, we do not have any plans to be opening a store
there. However, we are always looking for possible new store locations. We will
certainly pass that along as a location to consider. We appreciate your taking
the time to share your feelings with us.
We look forward to the opportunity of serving your needs in the future. Should
you require further assistance, please contact us via email at
mailto:customerservice@jjill.com or call us at 1-800-343-5700, Monday through
Saturday, 8:00 am to 10:00 pm EST.
Sincerely,
J.Jill Customer Service
http://www.jjill.com
Sigh.
I wouldn’t be surprised to see an Apple store in the revamped Winrock. Whenever the hell that happens.
31 states already have Apple stores.
36 states already have JJill stores.
39 states already have Pottery Barn.
27 states already have Urban Outfitters.
24 states already have Crate & Barrel.