Uber popular J. Crew and Anthropologie open stores in Harbor East this week. Expect a stampede. J. Crew, known for its preppy feel and Michelle Obama's seal of approval, opens a 7,188-square-foot store at 701 Aliceanna St. on Wednesday. Two days later, Anthropologie, known for its feminine couture, opens a 9,581-square-foot store at The Four Seasons at 280 International Drive. And this is just the beginning for the tony neighborhood. In the coming months, MAC Cosmetics, which is popular for its bold colors and celebrity collaborations, will open at 618 S. Exeter St., and Lululemon, an exercise clothing brand, will open a 2,775-square-foot store at 820 Aliceanna St.

J. Crew will be open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Anthropolgie will be open Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Sunday, 11a.m. to 7 p.m.