Lids, “the world’s largest retailer of officially licensed and branded headwear and fashion-forward apparel,” is a name familiar to anyone familiar with American malls. If you frequent the Tampa Premium Outlets, you may already have been to the Lids store there. Now, according to the mall’s website, that Lids location will soon be joined by Lids’ sister retail concept, Locker Room by Lids.
Unlike the original Lids line, which focuses (in keeping with its name) largely on headware, Locker Room by Lids is a specialty store featuring lots more than just your familiar hats, caps, and other headgear.
“You’ll find products from the hottest brands in the market including New Era, Mitchell & Ness, ’47, Topps Trading Cards, and more,” says a description in the Tampa Premium Outlets store directory. “Our stores offer a vast assortment of exclusive, authentic products from all professional leagues – MLB, NBA, NFL, NHL, and NCAA – so you can rep your favorite local and national teams in style. Even if you aren’t a sports fan, you can shop lifestyle brands like Von Dutch, Playboy, and Goorin Bros. – or pick a blank cap and head to our Custom Zone to choose from thousands of text and design options to create your own.”
Opening at the Tampa Premium Outlets, Locker Room by Lids will join not only its sister Lids store but a wide range of apparel retailers, from the Adidas Outlet Store, to the Columbia Factory Store, to Converse, Famous Footware, the Golf Apparel Shop, and more.
“Lids is the leader and #1 destination for hats, gear, and everything that moves you, making it the perfect shop for fans to find official sports hats, merchandise and gear,” says the Lids website. “Represent your team, your town, and your style with a snapback, adjustable, fitted hat or beanie from thousands of college and pro teams. Browse the very latest sports jerseys and t-shirts for the best teams out there. Lids has officially licensed professional and college sports team apparel and hats featuring the hottest brands and trends. Shop online or visit one of our hundreds of stores across the country.”
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