Vendors across multiple states took to social media to describe the chaos of the sudden shutdown and wondering if they would be refunded rent paid for next month.
Painted Tree Boutiques, a retail chain that housed hundreds of independent vendors under one roof across more than 60 locations nationwide, abruptly ceased all operations Tuesday, leaving thousands of small business owners with little warning and no clear explanation.
The company confirmed that it is closed to the public and its last day of business was Monday, April 13. In a letter sent to shop owners, the boutique chain ordered vendors to immediately retrieve their merchandise following what
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