In Chicago, a Filene's Basement opened on North Michigan Avenue some years ago, across the street from Water Tower Place and a couple blocks from a lot of high end stores (Louis Vuitton and all the Oak Street designer boutiques). There was more concern about the Victoria's Secret that opened right next door than the Filene's Basement. It hasn't seemed to hurt the business of the other stores. Of course, there's always been a decent mix of things in that area.
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