Fort Myers-based women’s clothing retailer Chico’s FAS is set to reopen its Fifth Avenue South Chico’s, Soma and White House Black Market stores June 2 in downtown Naples after closing due to extensive damage from Hurricane Ian last year. The stores offer a curated selection of women’s clothing, jewelry and accessories throughout its three brands. Founded in 1983 on Sanibel Island, the company operates 1,262 stores in the U.S. and sells merchandise through 58 international franchise locations in Mexico and through two domestic franchise locations in airports. Hours for Chico’s and Soma, 600 Fifth Avenue S., and White House Black Market, 555 Fifth Avenue S., Unit 102, will be 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays and noon to 5 p.m. Sundays.
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