The sprawling parking lot of New Jersey’s Livingston Mall, once a vibrant symbol of American consumerism, now lies practically deserted, a stark illustration of what retail experts term a "zombie" mall.
Its last department anchor, Macy’s, departed in April, following Sears and Lord & Taylor, which shuttered during the pandemic. Today, the site presents a desolate picture of crumbling buildings, overgrown grass, potholes, and discarded tires.