White House / Black Market

White House / Black Market is a women’s fashion brand centered on monochromatic color schemes and refined style. It offers modern clothing and accessories for professional and social occasions. The brand appeals to women seeking versatile elegance. Positioned in the mid-to-upper range, it blends minimalism with sophistication.

“We are dedicated to becoming your go-to style destination and your authority on wardrobe building.”<br />- Donna Noce, President, White House Black MarketWe began as two small Baltimore, Maryland neighborhood boutiques—The White House, opened in 1985 and Black Market, opened in 1995. The vision for each was to be a special, personal style destination for its customers.In 1997, the two stores became one and White House Black Market was born. Our vision remained the same as before, as did our commitment to offer unique, individual collections.White House Black Market has grown since then, but women continue to inspire us. In boutiques and online, we are dedicated to providing a modern collection for the way women live now.Although named for the simplicity of black and white, our curated collections always reflect the latest colors, prints and styles. Our expert stylists can always help transform a closet, style the current trends or create a unique look—and their personalized services are always complimentary.

Charlotte Premium Outlets is a large open-air outlet shopping center located at 5404 New Fashion Way in Charlotte, North Carolina. Situated in the Steele Creek neighborhood on the east side of Charlotte, it lies conveniently off Interstate 485, positioned between Interstates 85 and 77. This location places it within a suburban area that has evolved from mostly rural farmland into a growing retail hub, with nearby shopping centers, hotels, and restaurants. The mall serves the greater Charlotte metropolitan area, which has a population of around 2.8 million, and attracts both local residents and visitors from across North Carolina. The region is not coastal but is well connected by major highways, making it accessible for day trips and regional shopping excursions. The outlet mall covers approximately 399,000 square feet and hosts around 100 stores. Its retail mix primarily includes fashion and footwear brands, with a focus on upscale and luxury outlet stores. Shoppers can find a variety of well-known names including Brooks Brothers, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th, Cole Haan, Michael Kors, Steve Madden, Puma, Nike Factory Store, Vera Bradley, Ann Taylor, Kate Spade New York, Lucky Brand, and Polo Ralph Lauren. The selection caters to a broad range of tastes, from casual sportswear to designer fashion, as well as accessories and some home goods. In terms of services, Charlotte Premium Outlets offers a food court with multiple dining options and outdoor seating areas. Amenities include ample customer parking, wheelchair accessibility, and restrooms. The mall operates with typical outlet hours: it is open from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM Monday through Saturday, and from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM on Sundays. The open-air design means weather conditions can affect the shopping experience, and weekends or holiday sales periods tend to be busier with limited parking availability. Overall, Charlotte Premium Outlets provides a comprehensive outlet shopping experience combining convenience, a wide brand selection, and essential visitor services in a suburban setting near Charlotte’s major transportation routes.