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Celebrity-endorsed activewear brand picks Dallas for first shop outside of New York

Another shop is coming to Highland Park Village, and this one is a first for the Dallas shopping center. Bandier opens November 8, offering local fitness enthusiasts myriad choices for fashionable activewear. Its also the first one in Texas.

The brand has three other stores in New York and counts celebrities such as Lena Dunham, Liv Tyler, Mariska Hargitay, and the Kardashians among its clients. The Dallas outpost is the fourth.

Looking outside New York for a new store location, founder Jenn Bandier chose Highland Park Village after a visit last December.

“Our goal is to open stores in the most beautiful destination retail spaces around the world; therefore, Highland Park Village is the perfect location for us,” she says. “Dallas is an extremely active city, and we are excited to introduce the community to a new way of shopping for fitness apparel.”

Bandier carries activewear tops, bottoms, bras, and shoes, as well as accessories such as a small gym bag by Stella McCartney for $170. The average price point is $90.

“We curate the best selects from emerging and established activewear brands from around the world,” Bandier says. “In stark contrast to mono-brand retailers such as Nike or Lululemon, women can try on more than 40 brands and experiment with styling and fit [at Bandier].”

Designed by NYC-based Two One Two Design, the Dallas store boasts a clean, modern aesthetic. There is a listening station, in partnership with Beats By Dre, where visitors can tune in to Bandier playlists. A lightbox in the front of the store is fitted with inspirational quotes where shoppers can snap social media photos of a new outfit.

The brand came about after Bandier suffered a broken foot and found herself limited to workout clothes for weeks on end. She was bored with the selection out there.

“I realized how limited my options were,” she says. “I wasn’t finding things that represented my personal style. As I started to explore other brands, I realized that there are amazing advancements in fit, design, fabrics, and technology. I wanted activewear that fit into my lifestyle and allowed me to express myself.”

Lest anyone think these clothes are for fashion only, Bandier is quick to point out that everything sold in the boutiques is made to stand up to a tough gym trip.

“All items we sell have to fit well and perform during a workout,” she says. “I choose collections that speak to me and that represent personal style, and we are increasingly working with brands that create exclusive merchandise for Bandier.”

An artist's rendering of Bandier in Highland Park Village.

Rendering courtesy of Bandier

An artist's rendering of Bandier in Highland Park Village.

Where to Shop

Where to shop in Dallas: 13 new openings + collaborations for November

Photo courtesy of Highland Park Village

The Milan-based La DoubleJ is now open in Highland Park Village.

The November edition of Where to Shop, CultureMap's monthly guide to new retail openings and collaborations, highlights everything from luxury fashion and jewelry launches to family-friendly Western boots. This month brings first-time Dallas debuts, designer partnerships, and festive seasonal offerings perfect for holiday shopping.

Here's where to shop in Dallas right now:

Abercrombie & Fitch x Kemo Sabe
Abercrombie & Fitch has partnered with Aspen-based luxury Western retailer Kemo Sabe for its first-ever global retail collaboration. The 12-piece collection features leather belts, prairie dresses, miniskirts, leather-embellished denim, peasant blouses, and a turquoise lariat necklace. Available in both Classic and Curve Love fits, the collection launches online and in stores November 6.

Dick’s House of Sport x Gymshark
Gymshark is making its U.S. wholesale debut with a fully branded collaboration at Dick’s House of Sport in Dallas — one of only 12 locations nationally — showcasing popular Power and Vital collections. Mannequins modeled after Gymshark athletes, including three-time Mr. Olympia Men’s Physique Champion Ryan Terry, highlight the space. Apparel and accessories are priced from $16 to $70.

Indochino
Custom-suit brand Indochino has relocated from Knox Street to a new showroom in the West Village. The Dallas showroom neighbors other high-end menswear brands such as Suitsupply and State & Liberty Clothing, offering made-to-measure suits, shirts, and accessories in a stylish, modern space.

Gianvito Rossi
Milan-based footwear brand Gianvito Rossi has opened its first Texas boutique at NorthPark Center. The 1,800-square-foot space features pink velvet interiors and showcases pumps, crystal-embellished sandals, suede boots, and the Fall/Winter 2025 collection, titled “The Golden Edge,” inspired by Art Deco gold details.

La DoubleJ
Los Angeles-born, Milan-based lifestyle brand La DoubleJ, from journalist and vintage collector J.J. Martin, has opened its second U.S. boutique in Highland Park Village. The 1,300-square-foot space includes fashion, accessories, and homewares, plus a collaboration with Austin’s Allens Boots. With the exception of that collab, every single item for sale in the store is made in Italy.

LeLe Keller x Melissa Lovy
The new jewelry collaboration from the Dallas-based LeLe Keller launches November 4, featuring versatile everyday pieces with high-grade CZ stones, anti-tarnish coatings, and hypoallergenic surgical steel posts. Highlights include the Sophie Hoops ($158), Brighton Hoops ($188), Coco Studs ($110), and Dee Necklace ($165), inspired by LeLe Keller’s personal collection.

Market and House of Harlow
Highland Park Village’s Market has partnered with Nicole Richie’s House of Harlow for the debut of her Hathor and Bespoke collections, beginning November 7. The first is named for the Egyptian goddess of beauty and features necklaces, earrings, rings, and bracelets made with natural stones such as malachite, tiger’s eye, and onyx. The latter is Richie’s made-to-order demi-fine jewelry collection crafted with natural stones and pave diamonds. Richie will appear in-store from 12-4 pm that Friday to meet customers.

Nordstrom Rack, Prosper
The discount sibling of Nordstrom, the Seattle-based department store chain, just opened a location at the Gates of Prosper at 1191 Gates Pkwy. # 200, where it joins Target, Sephora, and HomeGoods. The store is a 26,000-square-foot space, featuring off-price apparel, accessories, beauty, home decor, and shoes at up to 70 percent off. This is the 10th location in the Dallas area.

Ross Dress for Less
Ross has opened two new locations on the northeast side of Dallas, in Mesquite and Garland, expanding its footprint and offering deeply discounted clothing, footwear, and home goods to value-conscious shoppers.

Sierra
The outdoor retailer Sierra — think of it like a TJ Maxx for adventure gear — has recently opened its second Texas location at The Village at Allen (the first was in San Antonio). Shoppers can expect outdoor apparel, footwear, and equipment from popular brands, all at discounted prices.

Skims
The first Skims in North Texas is now open at NorthPark Center, located on Level One between Macy's and Dillard's. Founded in 2019 by Kim Kardashian and Jens Grede, the brand has redefined women’s underwear, loungewear, and shapewear with solutions for every body, from everyday comfort to body-shaping essentials.

Tecovas Kids
Western boot brand Tecovas is introducing its first children’s collection, bringing mini cowboys and cowgirls the same craftsmanship as its adult boots. Styles include The Annie and The Doc, priced from $95-$125, in sizes ranging from toddlers to age six.

Texas Christkindl Market
Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the Texas Christkindl Market returns to Arlington November 21-23 and November 28-December 23, operating daily from 11 am-8 pm. Inspired by the city’s long-standing relationships with German sister cities Bad Königshofen and Rothenburg ob der Tauber, the market brings traditional German charm to Texas. Visitors can shop handcrafted gifts, collectibles, and exclusive Käthe Wohlfahrt merchandise and enjoy seasonal food and beverages, live entertainment, children’s activities, and photos with Santa. The market takes place on the North Plaza of Globe Life Field, with free admission and complimentary parking in Texas Rangers’ Lot B on non-event days.

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