BLOOMINGTON, Minn. — The Mall of America has bulked up for the summer, adding a dozen new tenants to its colossal collection of more than 500 businesses under the massive roof in Bloomington.
This lineup includes everything from a human claw machine to a Parisian-inspired crêperie-café and live-action game show.
Here's the list of what's new, its location at MOA and a short description of each venture.
- Chubbies (Level 1, South) The men's fashion store, founded in 2011, is best known for its short shorts and colorful swim trunks. It aims to deliver "deliver that Friday at 5 p.m. feeling every day of the week." It also offers a kid's collection.
- Double Dare Human Crane (Level 1, West Market Square) If you're fed up and frustrated by claw games dropping your prizes you can take revenge at Double Dare Human Crane. Guests will become human claw machines by being strapped into a harness and lifted above a prize pit. Then getting lowered to grab the goodies.
- Edikted (Level 2, West) This viral social media fashion brand is widely popular online and a favorite among young consumers. With inspiration from streetwear style and fashion icons, Edikted offers a mix of closet staples and statement pieces.
- Great Big Game Show (Level 3, East) A business that offers customers a chance to step onto the stage of a live-action game show. Two teams compete in trivia or games of chance on a fully decked-out sound stage with lights, music, buzzers, and even a live host.
- Iris Galerie (Level 1, East) Turn your eyes into a work of art at a unique shop. Iris Galerie captures the color and details of your eyes with technology that combines photography and high-quality printing. You can check it out as a couple, or with friends and family.
- Kizik (Level 2, West) Skip the hassle of tying your shoes with this original hands-free shoe. Kizik offers footwear for men, women, and kids. On a mission to make every day easier, Kizik offers industry-leading technology that is changing the future of footwear.
- Larissa Loden (Level 2, West) This local, female-owned jewelry brand is the very first retailer to offer permanent jewelry services at Mall of America. Larissa Loden offers a build-your-own charm bar, unique statement pieces, as well as a large selection of high-quality earrings, bracelets, and necklaces.
- Marine Layer (Level 1, West) Marine Layer is a California-inspired apparel brand known for its extremely soft and quality t-shirts. With a California-coastal flare, Marine Layer takes pride in its one-of-a-kind brand that has now developed more than 100 custom fabrics.
- Mugsy (Level 1, South) The men's lifestyle brand offers super-stretch denim infused with softness and durability allowing for a slim-fit look. Mugsy also offers chinos, athleisure wear, and swimwear.
- Sweet Paris (Level 1, North) Just in time for the Olympics, a Parisian-inspired crêperie and café has opened for customers getting a hankering for French food after watching hours of Team USA competing in the City of Light. It offers crepes, waffles, paninis, soups, and salads. You can also grab a glass of wine, a beer, or a hand-crafted coffee.
- Treats (Level 3, East) This sweet shop is a cereal-infused ice cream and boba business that is locally owned by brother and sister duo, Trisha Seng and Minh Dinh. Their one-of-a-kind colorful creations blend soft-serve ice cream and fan-favorite cereals for a unique, flavorful treat. It also offers a variety of milk teas, matcha lattes, and smoothies.
- True Classic (Level 1, South) A very popular website is now a brick-and-mortar in the mall. The brand started with the desire to create a t-shirt that is elevated and high-quality but doesn't come with a high price tag. True Classic also offers men's fashion staples such as casual tops and crewnecks, dress shirts, activewear, jeans and pants, and accessories.