GURNEE, IL (July 26, 2013) - Following the successful opening of its new retail wing anchored by Macy's, Gurnee Mills is now Chicagoland's premier and largest shopping destination of its kind with outlet, value and full-price retail all under one roof.  The new 140,000 square foot Macy's department store, along with Bachrach, Bath & Body Works, Buckle, Charming Charlie, Crazy 8, LOFT, PINK, RUUM American Kid's Wear and Z Fine Jewelry, heralds a new era of shopping at this unique retail mecca.  

"This is an exciting time as we celebrate the opening of our much anticipated new wing anchored by Macy's and joined by other popular retailers, branding Gurnee Mills as the premier hybrid shopping destination with outlet, value and full-price retailers all under one roof," said Gregg Goodman, president of The Mills. "We listened to shopper demand and created this unprecedented shopping environment, which will be a huge draw for shoppers from near and far who want the best of retail; all in one place."

The innovative shopping concept fuses Gurnee Mills' already successful mix of retailers, including Neiman Marcus Last Call, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, Gap Outlet, Banana Republic Factory Store, H&M and Forever 21, with Macy's and an assortment of other full-price retailers. Anchoring the new full-price wing, Macy's is a recognized fashion destination which offers an assortment of apparel for men, women and children, stylish accessories, shoes, handbags, jewelry and watches, cosmetics, fragrances, housewares and bedding from the best brands in retail at great prices.   

"The Village of Gurnee and Gurnee Mills is an important market to Macy's. We believe anchoring the new full-price wing will allow us to serve a larger number of customers with localized assortments, distinctive fashion, value and an exciting shopping experience," said Kristen Cox, Executive Vice President and Regional Director of Stores.

In addition to Macy's, Bachrach, Bath & Body Works, Buckle, Charming Charlie, Crazy 8, LOFT, PINK, RUUM American Kid's Wear and Z Fine Jewelry are all now open.  This new collection of retail options further establishes Gurnee Mills as a retail leader with true one-stop-shopping.

Plus, there is even more in store as Aéropostale and a first-in-market P.S. from Aéropostale are scheduled to open in Gurnee Mills' new full-price retail wing later this month. These two stores will provide younger shoppers with casual, trendy looks at a great value, including a huge assortment of graphic tee's, hoodies, jeans, and dresses, plus a variety of accessories from jewelry and belts to fresh fragrances and undergarments. 

Gurnee Mills newest area features a more contemporary aesthetic with streamlined store fronts, classic wood accents, modern lighting, comfortable soft seating areas and iconic branding.  A renovation of the Food Court will commence at a later date.

The new wing is an extension of Gurnee Mills' significant renovation project underway over the past few months, which also includes the completion of architectural facelifts on five exterior mall entrances, eco-friendly resort-style restrooms, parking and road enhancements and exterior and interior signage.  The addition of a Chicago-inspired children's play area is now a popular family-friendly spot with replicas of Michigan Avenue Bridge, Willis Tower, Navy Pier, as well as a 6 foot long hot dog.

For more information or a complete list of Gurnee Mills' retailers, call (847) 263-7500 or visit www.gurneemills.com.  Follow Gurnee Mills on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GurneeMills and Twitter at www.twitter.com/GurneeMills.

About Gurnee Mills

Gurnee Mills, Chicagoland's premier and largest shopping destination of its kind with more than 200 outlet, value and full-price retailers all under one roof, showcases Neiman Marcus Last Call, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, Forever 21, H&M, Guess Factory Store, Gap Outlet, Nike Factory Store, Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World and more.  Gurnee Mills is also now home to a new full-price retail wing, anchored by a full-line Macy's.  In addition to great shopping, guests can also dine at Rainforest Cafe and Ruby Tuesday, catch a movie at Gurnee Marcus Cinema 20 or enjoy indoor ice skating, miniature golf and laser tag at Rink Side Sports.

Gurnee Mills is located at the intersection of Interstate 94 and Grand Avenue (IL 132) in Gurnee, IL, approximately 40 minutes from Chicago and Milwaukee. Gurnee Mills is open regularly 10 a.m. - 9 p.m., Mon-Fri, 10 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. on Saturday and 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. on Sunday. For more information on Gurnee Mills, please call (847) 263-7500, visit www.gurneemills.com or follow Gurnee Mills on Facebook at www.facebook.com/GurneeMills and Twitter at www.twitter.com/GurneeMills.

About The Mills, A Simon Company

The Mills®, one of Simon Property Group's five real estate platforms, offers a unique brand of shopping with a mix of popular name brand outlets, value retailers and full-price stores, plus family-oriented dining and entertainment concepts. The Mills are well-located in major metropolitan markets and many are recognized as leading tourism destinations. Notable properties include Arundel Mills (Baltimore), Gurnee Mills (Chicago), Grapevine Mills (Dallas), Ontario Mills (Los Angeles), Opry Mills (Nashville), Potomac Mills (Washington, DC) and Sawgrass Mills (Ft. Lauderdale/Miami).

Simon Property Group, Inc. (NYSE: SPG) is an S&P 100 company and a leader in the global retail real estate industry.  The Company currently owns or has an interest in 326 retail real estate properties in North America and Asia comprising 241 million square feet. We are headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana and employ approximately 5,500 people in the U.S.  For more information, visit the Simon Property Group website at www.simon.com.

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