Fashion Outlets of Chicago is an outlet shopping center located in Rosemont, Illinois, one-half mile east of O'Hare International Airport. Opened on August 1, 2013, the center was built with the intent of serving both local shoppers and travelers arriving at or departing from the nearby airport. The development cost was reported to be in the neighborhood of $250 million and created a concentrated collection of discount and designer retail under one roof within a suburban, airport-adjacent setting.
Characteristics and layout
The mall houses approximately 150 stores that span a broad range of merchandise categories and brand positions, from luxury and designer outlets to familiar national chains typically found in regional malls. The tenant mix is designed to appeal to bargain-seeking shoppers as well as visitors seeking higher-end labels at reduced prices. Common categories represented include fashion and apparel, footwear, accessories, cosmetics, and home goods.
Services and amenities
One of the notable features of Fashion Outlets of Chicago is its focus on convenience for travelers. Located so close to O'Hare International Airport, the mall has provided services aimed at airport passengers, such as on-site facilities to print tickets and options to check luggage directly to flights, making it possible for visitors to shop without returning to the terminal first. Other amenities typical of outlet centers—customer service desks, food and beverage options, and seasonal promotions—support both day-trip shoppers and visitors with limited time.
History and development
The project was conceived as part of an effort to capitalize on the large volume of airport travelers and the broader Chicago-area retail market. Its 2013 opening followed several years of planning and construction intended to produce a concentrated shopping destination within easy reach of interstate highways and the airport. Its arrival expanded Rosemont’s role as a commercial and entertainment hub in the suburbs adjacent to Chicago.
Visitor information and access
Fashion Outlets of Chicago is sited near major roadways, including the Tri-State Tollway (I-294), and is a short distance from O'Hare, making it accessible by car and commonly reached by ride services or local shuttles. The location in Rosemont, Illinois places it within a cluster of hotels, convention facilities, and entertainment venues that together draw business travelers and tourists. Visitors should check the mall’s own information channels for current hours, store listings and traveler services prior to planning a trip.
Significance and notable facts
As an airport-proximate outlet center, Fashion Outlets of Chicago is often highlighted for its traveler-oriented conveniences and its offering of both outlet and designer brands in a single venue. It represents a recent wave of retail developments that blend outlet pricing with a curated brand mix to attract a wide clientele, including visitors who can schedule shopping into short layovers or pre-flight plans. The mall’s combination of retail variety, traveler services, and proximity to O'Hare gives it a distinctive role among suburban shopping destinations in the Chicago region.
- Approximately 150 stores, mixing outlet and full-price brands.
- Opened August 1, 2013; development cost reported near $250 million.
- Special services to facilitate airport travelers, including ticket printing and luggage check options.