Here come the gowns

Designer of world's most-pinned bridal gown says 'I do' to new Dallas boutique

Luxe Australian bridal and occasion-wear brand Grace Loves Lace has put a ring on Dallas, opening its newest showroom on April 9 in the Design District.

The cult-favorite bridal designer is the creator of "the world’s most pinned wedding dress on Pinterest," and is famous for its ethereal, modern boho-chic designs, as well as its signature Aussie service.

“We are so excited to be bringing Grace Loves Lace to the home of Southern charm. I can’t wait to bring our warm and welcoming Aussie hospitality, comfortable fits, and completely unique designs to Texas,” says Megan Ziems, founder of Grace Loves Lace, in a release. “We want the brides of Texas to know they shouldn’t have to sacrifice style for comfort — we refuse to hold women back with rigid, restrictive elements like corsets, boning, and heavy fabrics."

Grace Loves Lace specializes in luxurious and effortless wedding gowns, artfully crafted using the finest European laces and imaginative silhouettes. Gowns are designed and handmade in Australia and delivered worldwide.

The gown that racked up 2.5 billion pins on Pinterest was a stunning boho dress called The Hollie, designed by Ziems and named for her sister, according to TheKnot.com, which called it "the ultimate bridechilla dress."

Located at 1411 Dragon St., the new bridal salon spans over 5,000 square feet and is marked by large timber doors at the entry. Inside, the space fuses Mediterranean décor with crisp white walls, rustic accents, and an ultra-chic leather swing. There's lots of open, natural light — a must for bridal appointments, Ziems says.

"The exclusive showroom, which also incorporates a unique event space, will transport our guests to a World of Grace, which pays tribute to our coastal town in Australia,” she says.

Available by appointment only, the Dallas showroom features five private styling suites, for intimate, one-on-one bridal experiences. Upon arrival, each bride and their loved ones will be greeted by a personal stylist and treated to "a cool glass of sparkling or a warm cup of rose tea adorned with romantic rose petals," they say.

The Grace Loves Lace Dallas showroom is just the fifth global showroom for the brand following the success of their e-boutique and exclusive showrooms in New York, Los Angeles, London, and the Gold Coast.

The Harri, by Grace Loves Lace, $1,630.

Photo courtesy of Grace Loves Lace

The Harri, by Grace Loves Lace, $1,630.

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Where to shop in Dallas right now: 7 zany new stores to check out

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With the holidays on the horizon, shopping is on the rise. This November edition of Where to Shop, CultureMap's monthly roundup of new shops, sales, and alternative shopping, has five unique new openings, ranging from fashion to skin care to sports apparel.

The roundup also includes two non-traditional entries, including a new benefits program at an area mall, and a place to get your passport — in case you're planning on shopping abroad.

Here's where to shop in Dallas for November:

Baseballism
Baseball camp that transformed into an off-field baseball clothing brand is now open at Allen Premium Outlets. The store offers baseball-themed clothing, hats, and accessories. Their collection features collaborations with several big league names, including MLB, Babe Ruth, Vin Scully and Field of Dreams. Caps and hoodies are especially popular items, such as the Junior's Silhouette for $36 or the short Sleeve Yankees hoodie for $79.

Firewheel Town Center
Garland shopping center is in the giving spirit with its latest Shop, Dine & Save program. Visitors can shop or dine at select stores, including Buckle, DSW, and Razzoo's, Ferah Tex-Med Kitchen, and receive a $25 Simon giftcard when they spend $150 or more. To get the giftcard, receipts have to be shown at the mall management office and include at least one shop and one restaurant from the same day. The special lasts through November 27.

Hill House
Originally a bedding company that launched in 2016, Hill House has extended their collection to offer home, accessories, baby & kids, bridal, and apparel. They opened a location in NorthPark Center at the end of October — their first in Texas and only their fifth store. Hill House is best known for the "Nap Dress," a flowing dress made for day or night wear. There's also a short version of the dress, such as the Scarlett Long Sleeve Mini, a plaid dress for $188. Just in time for season, they've launched holiday pajamas, featuring pajama sets, robes, and children's sets.

Glossier
Skincare, beauty, and fragrance concept just opened a 1,000 square-foot store at NorthPark Center, featuring its trademark whimsical displays that one might mistake for an art supply or paint store. They sell fragrances, scented skin creams, balms, cleansers, moisturizers, makeup, eyelash curlers, and other beauty products, a little on the pricey side, but they make the shopping experience fun with an immersive shopping experience. That stuff doesn't come for free. This is their 12 location in the U.S., joining Atlanta, Boston, Brooklyn, Chicago, DC, Las Vegas, London, Los Angeles, NYC, Philadelphia, and Seattle.

Rally House
Sports apparel chain opened a location at Rockwall Crossing Shopping Center in Rockwall, with merchandise — headwear, accessories, collectibles — dedicated to Dallas-area teams including Dallas Cowboys, Texas Rangers, Dallas Stars, and college teams like the Texas Longhorns, Texas Tech Red Raiders, and Texas A&M Aggies. They also offer locally-themed apparel and accessories that celebrate Dallas destinations and landmarks, such as an Uscape Pom Mens Knit Hat with a graphic of the Dallas skyline for $30 or a long sleeve Dallas sweatshirt for $42. This is the 22nd location in Dallas-Fort Worth.

Thrifted Threads
Houston-based vintage clothing reseller just made its debut in Deep Ellum at 2646 Main St. #620, next to Vidorra. Thrifted Threads was founded by Laith Awad, who began reselling clothes in 2017, initially as an online store until he opened a location in 2022 in Houston's Montrose District when he was only 18. He opened a second store in College Station in 2023. Deep Ellum is the third. They're known vintage apparel from jerseys to sweatshirts and hats, as well as collections of color-sorted clothes from the 70s to the 2000s. It's more than a store, with arcade games that don't require coins to play, a motorcycle display, and ice cream.

Collin County Passport Office
If you're "shopping" for a passport, a passport office just reopened in the Collin County Courthouse at 2100 Bloomdale Rd., McKinney. The new passport acceptance office will initially be appointment only, with bookings available through the District Clerk's website. Plans are underway to introduce same-day and walkup services in the near future.

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