Atmosphere makes a huge impression on shoppers. I was reminded of that again today at Children's Place at Ridgedale Center. Truth be told, I'm not a big CP shopper. But hats that stay on a fussy 1-year-old's head are not easy to find and so I was venturing beyond my usual spots. The Children's Place at Ridgedale was completely redone late last year and is soooo much more inviting. It's bright, colorful, modern and open, yet compartmentalized (along the lines of the new Gap floor plan) into manageable vignettes. Amazing how much better the clothes looked displayed in this environment!
Locally, The Children's Place at Arbor Lakes has received the same makeover. We can only hope the others get upgraded soon - I might have to make this one of my regular stops.
(P.S.: Struck out on the hat at CP - they didn't have any that clasped beneath the chin. But the ones they did have were cool - not too cutesy - and just $6. I found the winner at Gymboree on sale for $9.99.)
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I actually shopped at Childrens Place quite a bit, in store and online, but was bummed that they closed Maplewood. Just don't get to Woodbury or Rosedale much. They have great sales and send extra discounts to their credit card holders (one of the few extra cards I have).
Posted by: Sue | May 06, 2009 at 09:19 AM