FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WANE) – The Vera Bradley Annual Outlet Sale, which has historically brought thousands of shoppers to Fort Wayne for discounts on purses, wallets, luggage and more, has been “paused” for this year while the company works on a “reimagined experience” for 2027.
Thursday morning, the company posted a press release announcing leadership changes and financial results from the past quarter. Within that announcement, under the heading “Fiscal Year 2027 Guidance,” it reads: “The guided sales range incorporates not holding the company’s annual outlet sale event and rebuilding of the wholesale business under new leadership, while also placing less emphasis on liquidation channels.”
Although we’re only three months into 2026, Vera Bradley’s fiscal year is already into 2027…