The Disney Outlets that most people see now are Disney Store Outlets. That carry nearly the same merchandise (often at the same prices) as the Disney Stores found in most malls. These are owned and operated by the Children's Place just like the Disney Stores are.
Having been to a few Disney Store Outlets, I noticed the same thing as far as pricing/selection goes. It seems to be the same with other outlets too. I remember when "outlet" use to equal "bargain." Now it seems like outlet malls are not really that different than regular malls as far as bargains go. :shrug:
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