Cavender’s Boot City is preparing three new stores across metro Phoenix, with locations planned in Gilbert, Tempe, and Goodyear.
In Gilbert, Cavender’s is coming to 2817 S. Market St., according to AZ Big Media. The retailer’s website also lists the location as coming soon. The store will take over a former Big Lots space near Ulta.
The Gilbert store is part of a larger Arizona expansion and is expected to open after the company’s newest Tucson location, which is planned for September 15. An exact opening date has not yet been announced.
Cavender’s is also headed to Arizona Mills, at 5000 S. Arizona Mills Circle in Tempe. The shopping center’s directory lists the retailer as coming soon in Neighborhood 4, with Entrance 4 as the closest mall entrance. The store will be near retailers including Q, dd’s Discounts, and Marshalls.
A third store is planned for Market at Estrella Falls in Goodyear. West Valley View reported that the roughly 15,000-square-foot location is expected to open this fall. The Goodyear store will bring the chain’s Western apparel and footwear selection to the West Valley.
Cavender’s sells Western and workwear for men, women, and children, with departments for boots, hats, clothing, accessories, and work gear. Its stores also carry brands such as Ariat, Wrangler, and Resistol, as well as Cavender’s own labels.
The company also offers services tied to its Western merchandise, including boot fitting, stretching, and hat shaping.
Cavender’s was founded in 1965 by James and Patricia Cavender in Pittsburg, Texas. The business began with a small selection of Tony Lama boots and has grown to more than 130 stores across 18 states.
Exact opening dates for the three new locations have not yet been announced. What Now Phoenix reached out to Cavender’s Boot City, and this article could be updated as more information becomes available.
