Nordstrom Rack Expands Chicago Footprint with Bloomingdale Location
Event summary
- Nordstrom Rack will open a new 26,000-square-foot location in Bloomingdale, Illinois, in fall 2026.
- The store will be part of the Bloomingdale Court shopping center, which includes retailers like Dick's Sporting Goods and Best Buy.
- Nordstrom currently operates four Nordstrom stores and 18 Nordstrom Rack locations in Illinois, employing over 2,600 people statewide.
- Nordstrom Rack is the largest source of new customers for Nordstrom's full-price division.
The big picture
Nordstrom's expansion of its off-price division reflects a broader industry trend toward omnichannel retail strategies that blend physical and digital shopping experiences. The move also underscores the importance of value-oriented offerings in attracting new customers, particularly in competitive markets like Chicago. With nearly 400 locations nationwide, Nordstrom continues to leverage its interconnected model to serve customers across multiple touchpoints.
What we're watching
- Customer Acquisition
- How Nordstrom Rack's expansion will affect customer acquisition for the full-price division.
- Omnichannel Integration
- The pace at which Nordstrom can integrate online and in-store services across new locations.
- Market Penetration
- Whether Nordstrom Rack can solidify its position as the dominant retail location in markets without enclosed malls.