New Jersey says goodbye to several Claire’s store locations Erin Vogt Published: September 16, 2025 Claire's is closing several NJ stores (Claires.com)

For nearly 50 years, young girls in New Jersey have enjoyed shopping for jewelry and fun accessories at Claire’s stores.

The chain went through a bumpy patch in 2018, but emerged from bankruptcy after clearing up almost $2 billion in debt.

Claire’s is known for offering ear-piercing services, while selling trendy earrings, necklaces, bracelets, hair accessories and plush toys, keychains and more, especially for “tweens, teens and young girls between 3 and 18.”

Its sister brand, Icing, offers jewelry, accessories and cosmetics for young women, between “18 and 35” as their key demographic.

Last month, faced with more online compe

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