2 New Shops Opening At North County Mall

CARLSBAD, CA — Two new shops will soon open their doors at The Forum Carlsbad.

Tecovas and Abercrombie & Fitch are the latest retail spaces coming to the North County outdoor shopping mall, according to Northwood Retail, which operates The Forum Carlsbad.

Western-wear brand Tecovas, which was founded in 2015 in Austin, Texas, will open its first North County location. The new store opens Friday, with a three-day grand opening celebration.

"We're excited to welcome the world's fastest-growing Western-wear brand and its second San Diego-market store to The Forum Carlsbad," said Ward Kampf, president of Northwood Retail. "Tecovas has been a first-mover and major catalyst in the western category. With North County's equestrian roots and proximity to Del Mar Racing and the Breeders' Cup, it's a natural fit for our community.

American lifestyle brand Abercrombie & Fitch will debut its new Carlsbad store in November.

"Abercrombie & Fitch has also seen a huge resurgence, driven by its focus on fashion, merchandising, and renewed relevance through pop culture and social media," Kampf said. "It's a legacy brand that's found its stride again and will be a strong addition to our retail mix."

The celebration for Tecovas will feature live music by Kevin Krieg from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday and Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, along with complimentary drinks and gift bags for the first 50 guests in line each day from Friday through Sunday. Shoppers can also enjoy complimentary leather stamping and branding to personalize their purchases in-store.

The Forum Carlsbad is on the corner of Calle Barcelona and Leucadia Boulevard in Carlsbad.