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WALNUT CREEK, CALIF. - Kim Kardashian’s shapewear and apparel brand, SKIMS, is opening a new store location in Walnut Creek.

Prime Broadway Plaza location

The store will be located at Broadway Plaza, taking over the former Janie and Jack and Makers Market spaces, along with a portion of the former Louis Vuitton space, according to the property group.

"We are thrilled to welcome SKIMS to Broadway Plaza," said Tracy Dietlein, senior marketing manager for the shopping center.

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Opening timeline

What's next:

An official opening date has not been announced. However, Dietlein said they are anticipating a late summer opening.

About SKIMS

The backstory:

Founded in 2019 by Kim Kardashian, Emma Grede and Jens Grede, SKIMS is known for its inclusive shapewear and apparel. The company is valued at $5 billion, according to The New York Times.

Bay Area expansion

Local perspective:

The Walnut Creek store will be SKIMS’ second brick-and-mortar store in the Bay Area, joining an existing store in Palo Alto. The company currently has 18 stores across the United States.