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Where to shop in Dallas right now: 9 must-hit stores for December

It's the hap, happiest shopping season of all. This month's Where to Shop column hits the heart of Dallas, the corners of Dallas, and jet-sets to Aspen, too. There are special limited pop-up shops and events, long-anticipated new stores, and the return of a beloved favorite. By the way, if you're looking for a shopping buddy this month, hit up your friends in this Dallas suburb, where they have the biggest holiday budgets in the whole U.S.A. — and maybe the North Pole, too.

Fashion Group International pop-up at Galleria Dallas
Fashion Group International of Dallas (FGI Dallas), the local chapter of a global, nonprofit professional fashion organization, is hosting one mega holiday pop-up shop at Galleria Dallas for one weekend only, December 3-4. The event will not only highlight local luxury designers and brands, but a portion of proceeds from sales will benefit the organization, which gives scholarships to fashion design and fashion merchandising students. Among the featured local boutiques, designers, and services will be: Kathy Fielder, Martini Consignment, Daniela Bell Lashes, DeadSoxy, Finley Shirts, Harkensback, Increased Orbit, SEPT featuring Ferrah, Status, Susan Posnick Cosmetics, Tarliza Schall, and Valerie Garmino. Find it on level one near Bachendorf’s, 10 am-8 pm both days.

Merry Market at CityLine
CityLine makes Richardson a red-hot shopping destination for one special Saturday in December. CityLine and The Boho Market are welcoming a pop-up event called Merry Market, 1-9 pm December 4. More than 70 small businesses will include favorite local makers and vendors from the Night Markets offering handmade and vintage goods, plus live music, treats, crafts, and more holiday fun underneath half a million twinkling holiday lights. There's even a free DIY gift-wrap station. For more information, visit the website.

Dr. Barbara Sturm at Highland Park Village
The wait is over for fans of this luxury skincare brand. The new Dallas boutique and spa will serve as a contemporary wellness destination where guests can experience Dr. Sturm's renowned facials, body treatments, and self-care services and explore her complete anti-inflammatory approach to wellness and skincare. (She considers it her global flagship outside of spas in Düsseldorf, Los Angeles, London, and Miami.) Highlights include a supplements bar, skin tea bar, anti-inflammatory spa wave bed, hair treatment room, Dr. Sturm’s Exoso-metric Collection, and much more. Find it at 28 Highland Park Village; hours are 10 am-6 pm Monday-Saturday and 12-5 pm Sunday.

Tootsies
Ring the bell, Tootsies has reopened in time to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Shuttered since a pipe burst and wreaked havoc on the beloved Preston Center store during Winter Storm Uri, it's got a shiny new look and some new features. “Mickey’s Bar,” for example, is a tribute to the late store founder Mickey Rosmarin and will feature "festive, seasonal cocktails" complimentary to shoppers year-round. Tootsies is open 11 am-6 pm Monday through Saturday at 8300 Preston Rd., Ste. 200. A special grand re-opening/anniversary party will take place 5:30-8:30 pm Wednesday, December 8 and will include music from DJ Blake Ward and DJ Sober, bites provided by Yardbird, and custom cocktails by Painted Donkey Tequila.

Sarah Flint pop-up at NorthPark Center
New York-based luxury footwear designer Sarah Flint has opened a temporary store at NorthPark Center on level one, between Aesop and Lacoste. Shoes and accessories are hand-crafted in Italy and feature innovative, comfort-driven design that count celebrities like Cindy Crawford and Lady Gaga as fans. The pop-up is modeled after the designer’s own living room, outfitted by women-run vendors with cozy couches and chairs, beautiful florals, and special try-on walls, where every size of each shoe style is out on display. "I hope you will stop by and have a cup of tea and a homemade chocolate chip cookie while trying on shoes and exploring our latest gifting category launches like table linens and stationery," Flint says. Store hours are 10 am-9 pm Monday-Saturday and 12-6 pm Sunday; open until April 30, 2022.

Something Navy at Highland Park Village
Something Navy, blogger/influencer Arielle Charnas’ clothing brand, has set up a pop-up shop in Highland Park Village for the holidays. Open December 1 through the end of the year, the shop occupies the former Balenciaga space next to Dior. Something Navy features cute, luxe-but-accessible women's clothing and accessories. The newest collection is maternity, A Pea in the Pod x SN, including maternity jumpsuits, cashmere sweaters, dresses, and more — the perfect place to pick up a gift for a mom-to-be. The shop will be open during HPV's normal hours, which vary in December. Keep up here.

Mistletoe Mall at Legacy West
Plano's Legacy West is hosting an entire, monthlong pop-up event as part of its special North Pole festivities. Taking place 10 am-6 pm every Friday through Sunday through December 19, Mistletoe Mall will feature dozens of small-business vendors, including LW Natural Beauty, Creteation, Design by Society, BE So Selfish, Melanated Candle Co., Soul Stonz, The Artistry of Essential Oils, Cicely’s Jazzy Art, Chandra Tea & Spice, Tinsley Allison Designs, CBY Beauty Inc., Jade Boutique, and more. Find it between Starbucks Reserve and Filson, and keep up with the schedule here.

Interior Define
As part of a 30-city U.S. expansion, Interior Define has opened its very first studio concept in Texas in the Knox District of Dallas. The new Define Studio features an inviting design center where customers can meet one-on-one with the skilled team of design experts, who help guide customers through the full furniture customization process. Design experts offer free design help including design expertise, personalized mood boards, floor plan advice, and insights on all aspects of the design process. Find it at 4529 McKinney Ave. Hours are 10 am-6 pm Monday-Saturday and 12-6 pm Sunday.

Miron Crosby in Aspen
If your December calendar includes jetting off to Aspen (so jealous!), you'll see a name you might know. Miron Crosby, the Dallas-based bespoke cowboy boot brand founded by sister duo Lizzie Means Duplantis and Sarah Means, has expanded west with a new 2,000-square-foot studio in the Colorado resort town. It's the brand’s second retail location. With a contemporary-chic interior mixed with the sisters’ fashion-forward Western aesthetic, the studio includes spaces to shop, create custom boots, entertain, and mingle. It's located at 520 E. Cooper Ave., in the former Chequers’ space. It's in the heart of Aspen, with other luxury retailers and dining just a walk away.

These boots were made for walkin' in Aspen.

Photo courtesy of Miron Crosby

These boots were made for walkin' in Aspen.

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Strawberry butter forever

Neiman Marcus Bridal Salon and Zodiac Room live on at NorthPark Dallas

Rendering courtesy of Neiman Marcus and Arcadis Inc.

Rendering of the new Neiman Marcus Bridal Salon at NorthPark.

The Neiman Marcus flagship store in downtown Dallas closed its doors for good on September 30, and some longtime customers were so bereft, they dressed in black and laid flowers at the food of the entrance. Many took to social media to share memories of shopping for bridal gowns, dining at The Zodiac Room, and visiting with Santa at Christmas time.

Now there's a ray of light for those mourning the loss: Some of the most most beloved "downtown Neiman's" traditions are getting a second life at NorthPark.

The day after the downtown closure, Neiman Marcus revealed that The Zodiac Room, Bridal Salon, and Santa would move to the NorthPark store.

According to a statement from parent company Exemplar Luxury Group, the additions are part of planned enhancements to the NorthPark store designed to build on Neiman Marcus' history while creating new experiences for customers.

“As we close an important chapter in our history, we do so with immense gratitude for the generations of associates and customers who made our Downtown store so special," the company says. "We are excited to enhance our NorthPark store by infusing new elements that celebrate our storied history, continuing to evolve the experience where our customers prefer to shop.”

Rendering of The Zodiac Room entrance at NorthPark.Rendering courtesy of Neiman Marcus and Arcadis Inc.

The Zodiac Room popovers live on
One eagerly anticipated arrival is The Zodiac Room, which will open November 20 in the former NM Café space at NorthPark.

"The existing space will be transformed with key design elements from the Downtown Zodiac Room including the turquoise walls, plush banquets, and one-of-a-kind art," the company says.

The menu will be filled with the Zodiac's longtime favorites, including its signature chicken broth, popovers with strawberry butter, Stanley Marcus pot roast, and mandarin orange soufflé - alongside some newly created dishes.

The restaurant will serve a special holiday 2026 feast from November 20-January 2, giving Dallas diners a chance to continue a seasonal tradition that dates back decades. Reservations are now available through OpenTable. (Per a store representative, the restaurant is still listed as NM Cafe NorthPark in OpenTable and will change soon.)

Rendering of The Zodiac Room at NorthPark.Rendering courtesy of Neiman Marcus and Arcadis Inc.

The Zodiac's move had been teased at the September 17 Crystal Charity Ball Ten Best Dressed Women of Dallas Fashion Show and Luncheon, the final event held at the downtown store. Mary McGreevy, chief stores officer for Exemplar Luxury Group, told the audience, "As we look forward to our future and continuing our legacy of Neiman Marcus at NorthPark, we will celebrate more events, we will celebrate with elevated shopping experiences, and our newly reimagined Zodiac Room, which will be opening right before the holidays."

Now they confirm it will open the week before Thanksgiving.

Here comes the Bridal Salon
In white-hot bridal news, the Neiman Marcus Bridal Salon will also make the move to NorthPark, relocating to the lower level of the store and "offering an intimate space for one of life’s most meaningful experiences," Exemplar says in the statement.

"It was important for the company to continue this tradition as many customers have generations of family members that are Neiman’s brides," they say. "The company will continue to service existing brides with their alterations and fittings at the NorthPark store while the new space is under construction."

Neiman Marcus NorthPark Bridal Salon rendering.Rendering courtesy of Neiman Marcus and Arcadis Inc.

It also fulfills a longtime need for a bridal salon at NorthPark Center in general.

The Neiman Marcus Bridal Salon is scheduled to open in early December. Customers can make new bridal salon appointments via their sales associate or by calling the store.

Santa Claus is coming to NorthPark
One downtown fixture will make the move in person (plug your ears, kids): Felix Estridge, the store's longtime Santa, will bring his Christmas cheer to NorthPark after Thanksgiving. According to the company, he'll continue traditions including photos with Santa and Breakfast with Santa, along with Storytime with Santa and Dine with Santa.

Tickets for the holiday events are now available online.

Neiman Marcus Santa Santa's ready to visit with kiddies at Neiman Marcus NorthPark.Photo courtesy of Neiman Marcus

Downtown art will live on
The downtown store's art collection won't be kept entirely in Dallas.

According to Exemplar, historic art pieces from the flagship will find new homes throughout the Neiman Marcus portfolio, allowing customers around the country to experience pieces of the company's history.

The original Neiman Marcus opened in Dallas in 1914. After years of uncertainty surrounding the downtown location, the company announced in June 2026 that it would close the flagship and concentrate its Dallas presence at NorthPark.

The downtown store's September 30 closing ended a long saga over its future. Neiman Marcus had originally planned to close the location in 2025, then kept it open through the holiday season while exploring options for the store. Six months later, the closure was announced.

"For more than a century, this store has held a cherished place in our history and in the lives of our customers, helping shape Neiman Marcus into the iconic luxury retailer it is today," Exemplar says. "The spirit of innovation, exceptional service and deep customer relationships that defined our Downtown store will continue to guide us as we honor our rich heritage and embrace our bright future. Dallas remains an incredibly important market for the Neiman Marcus brand."

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