Claire's
Hoffman Estates, United States · E Commerce, Fashion, Lifestyle
Claire’s is a global retailer and wholesaler that has been inspiring self-expression, creativity, and everyday magic for more than 60 years. With a strong presence across North America and a rapidly expanding international footprint, Claire’s empowers the next generation to celebrate and express their unique personal style.
Key facts
- Headquarters
- Hoffman Estates, United States
- Employees
- 19,000
- Industries
- E Commerce, Fashion, Lifestyle
- Status
- Private
- Website
- www.claires.com
- Company page
Recent activity at Claire's
- : Claire's Partners with Ames Watson and Centric Brands to Expand Retail Distribution to 7,000 New Locations.
- : Claire's Appoints Michelle Goad as Chief Brand Officer
- : Claire's partners with Paris Hilton's 11:11 Media to launch the exclusive 'Sliving' jewelry and accessories collection.
- : Claire’s Appoints Chief Financial, Operating Officer
- : CLAIRE'S ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF CLAUDIA LIMA-GUINEHUT AS CHIEF MERCHANDISING OFFICER
Leadership
- Michelle Goad, Chief Brand Officer
- Samantha Lomow, Director
- Carmen Bauza, Director
- Theophlius Killion, Director
- Andrew Herenstein, Director
- Ryan Vero, Executive Officer
- Chris Cramer, Chief Executive Officer
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Claire's in the news
- Claire’s, known for piercing millions of teens’ ears, files for Chapter 11, 2nd time since 2018 - AP News (Aug 06, 2025)
- Claire’s is getting a major makeover, starting with the piercing station - Fast Company (Aug 06, 2026)
- Claire's to close almost 300 stores across the U.S. including these four in Alabama - Montgomery Advertiser (Aug 28, 2025)
- PE Files #001: How the PE playbook pierced Claire’s - Private Equity Stakeholder Project PESP (Sep 15, 2025)
- Claire’s files for US bankruptcy for second time in seven years - The Guardian (Aug 06, 2025)
- Don't buy into rumor Claire's store closed because of 'radical left agitators' - Snopes (Oct 07, 2025)
- EXCLUSIVE: Claire’s Launches Lana’s Life Collection with VidCon Debut and Retail Rollout - The Toy Book (Jun 25, 2026)
- CLAIRE'S USHERS IN A NEW ERA OF MODERN GIRLHOOD - PR Newswire (Apr 30, 2026)
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About Claire's: questions and answers
What does Claire's do?
Claire’s is a global retailer and wholesaler that has been inspiring self-expression, creativity, and everyday magic for more than 60 years. With a strong presence across North America and a rapidly expanding international footprint, Claire’s empowers the next generation to celebrate and express their unique personal style.
Where is Claire's headquartered?
Claire's is headquartered in Hoffman Estates, United States.
How many employees does Claire's have?
Claire's has about 19,000 employees.
Who leads Claire's?
Chris Cramer is a Chief Executive Officer at Claire's.
What is the latest news on Claire's?
On May 23, 2026, Claire's Partners with Ames Watson and Centric Brands to Expand Retail Distribution to 7,000 New Locations.
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