I have some sad news for my fellow bargain hunters. If you love finding a $400 designer jacket for $80, you might want to sit down. Saks Off 5th is shutting the ‘majority’ of its stores across the United States.
I remember walking into my local store last summer and snagging a pair of sunglasses that I normally couldn’t afford. It felt like winning a prize! But sadly, those “treasure hunt” weekends are coming to an end for most of us. Out of 69 stores, 57 are closing their doors forever.
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Why is Saks Off 5th Closing So Many Stores?
You might be wondering, “Why now?” It’s not just that people stopped shopping. It’s actually a big business mess.
Recently, the company that owns Saks (Saks Global) merged with Neiman Marcus. This cost a lot of money, and now the company is in about $2.5 billion of debt. To save their most expensive stores, like Saks Fifth Avenue, they decided to close the discount stores.
Basically, they want to focus only on the super-rich shoppers who don’t care about price tags. It’s a risky move, and honestly, it feels like they are leaving the rest of us behind.
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Full List: Saks Off 5th Stores Closing in 2026
The “Going Out of Business” sales have already started. If your store is on this list, the prices will drop every week until the final day in April 2026.
California (Many Stores Closing)
- Costa Mesa: Sales started Jan 31.
- Los Angeles (Beverly Connection): This was a huge store, but it’s closing soon.
- San Diego (Mission Valley): Closing in April.
- Others: Ontario, Milpitas, Petaluma, Woodland Hills, and Livermore.
Florida
- Orlando: Both the Vineland and International Drive stores are shutting down.
- Tampa: Lutz and Ellenton locations.
- Destin & Naples: Prices are dropping fast here.
- Note: The Miami and Sunrise stores are staying open for now!
Texas
- Dallas (Dallas Park): This famous spot will be gone by March.
- Houston Area: Cypress, Katy, and Sugarland are all closing.
- San Antonio & Grand Prairie: Huge sales happening now (40-60% off).
Northeast & Midwest
- New York: Riverhead, Greenburgh, Deer Park, and Eastchester.
- Illinois: Chicago (State Street), Northbrook, Aurora, and Rosemont.
- New Jersey: Elizabeth, Shrewsbury, and Bridgewater.
- Massachusetts: Boston and Wrentham.
Which Stores Are Staying Open?
Only 12 stores will survive. These will be the places where the big Saks stores send their leftover clothes for sale at a discount.
| City/State | Mall Name |
| Central Valley, NY | Woodbury Common |
| Paramus, NJ | Bergen Town Center |
| Sunrise, FL | Sawgrass Mills |
| Miami, FL | Dolphin Mall |
| Atlanta, GA | Buckhead Station |
| Grapevine, TX | Grapevine Mills |
What You Need to Do Right Now
When a store closes like this, things move fast. Here is my “real talk” advice to protect your money:
- Use Your Gift Cards Today: Seriously, don’t wait. When companies go through bankruptcy, they often stop taking gift cards after a few weeks. Don’t let your money disappear!
- Spend Your Rewards: If you have “OFF 5TH Rewards” points, use them before March. They will likely become worthless after that.
- Check for Holes and Zippers: During closing sales, all sales are final. You cannot bring things back. I once bought a shirt at a closing sale only to find a huge hole in the armpit when I got home. Don’t be like me, please check the clothes carefully!
My Pro-Tips for the Best Deals
If you want to grab one last designer bag, here is how to do it:
- Wait for the “Sweet Spot”: The best time to shop is when the signs say 60% to 70% off. If you wait until 90%, the shelves will be empty, and you’ll be left with nothing but mismatched socks.
- Ask the Staff: Sometimes workers bring out new boxes from the back room on specific days. It never hurts to be nice and ask, “Hey, are you putting out more stock tomorrow?”
- Pay Your Credit Card: If you have a Saks credit card, you can’t pay the bill at the closing stores anymore. Make sure you pay it online so you don’t get hit with late fees.
Conclusion
It’s really the end of an era. Saks Off 5th was a place where luxury felt like something we could all enjoy. Seeing Saks Off 5th shutting ‘majority’ of stores makes the local mall feel a little emptier.
If your store is on the list, go visit one last time this weekend. Get that final designer piece and say goodbye to a retail legend.
What do you think about these closures? Is your favorite store gone? Let me know in the comments!
