Hornell's Peebles

As many are already aware, the Stage family of stores (consisting of Stage, Bealls, Palais Royal, Goody's and of course Peebles) have, are in the process, or will soon be converting the various brands to Gordmans or closing down altogether. Evidently, the company is going all in on the off-price concept, which makes total sense given the success of TJMaxx and its family of banners.

This particular Peebles store in Hornell, NY is well underway in its 'store closing' sale, but it has already been confirmed this 3-story location will become a Gordmans. For myself personally, I'm glad to hear that this location will continue, as you will see from the photos, because it is in a downtown setting. I must say I enjoyed visiting this location as it reminded of the former JCPenney in Coudersport, PA which I had spent a lot of time in as a kid.

The back entrance

I did find this fitting room in the home department somewhat amusing.