FORMAN MILLS

A discount department store. Forman Mills offers off-price shopping focused on apparel for men, women, and children. Its clothing selection grew from T-shirts, sweatshirts, and sportswear to a wider assortment across these categories. The retailer operates warehouse-style stores and describes its approach as closeout shopping, with merchandise offered at bargain discount prices. The website also advertises daily savings of up to 80% off department store prices. Forman Mills began as a flea market clothing business in 1977 and opened its first clothing store in Philadelphia in 1981. Its warehouse superstore format followed in 1985, and the chain later expanded to multiple states, including Illinois. Shoppers can use the store finder to locate a location.