What's Next for Eddie Bauer?

Thursday, February 12th, 2026 -- 11:00 AM

(Wisconsin Radio Network) What’s next for Eddie Bauer?

According to the Wisconsin Radio NEtwork, the outdoor apparel retailer has officially filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. Eddie Bauer LLC is a division of Catalyst Brands, formed just last year when JCPenney merged with its parent company and several others.

Manufacturing, wholesale and online sales will continue. There are 8 Eddie Bauer locations in Wisconsin: Wauwatosa, Pleasant Prairie, Appleton, Baraboo, Eau Claire, Johnson Creek, Madison and Oshkosh.

USA TODAY reports stores will remain open for the immediate future, but if the company cannot ‌find a buyer for ‍its U.S. and Canada stores, all of approximately 180 locations will close.

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