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Where to shop in Dallas right now: 8 must-hit stores for December

Even the biggest fans of online shopping can agree that some gifts are better shopped for in person. In time for the hectic holiday gift-buying season, here are some favorite new stores and shopping events that are worth a visit this month. From precious jewels to local artisan finds, there is something here for everyone on your "nice" list this holiday season.

Holiday Night Local Market at Highland Park Village
Mix and mingle at one of the most beautiful shopping centers in Dallas from 5-9 pm December 12. Shop food and gift vendors, take pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus, and enjoy a live performance by traditional carolers. There will also be face painters, a Ferris wheel, and balloon artists for the kiddos.

Le Labo
This posh perfume shop has opened a new store next to The Juice Bar in Highland Park Village. Known as a brand with soul, this company is all about making perfume personal. Pop into the shop and speak to one of the experienced staff who can help lead you to a scent that seems made for you, whether you are a spicy, sweet, or a little of both.

Matthew Trent
It's engagement season, and whether you're in a committed relationship or just window shopping, the new Matthew Trent boutique in The Plaza is where to find a quality, forever piece. There also are a variety of special holiday baubles created for this festive season. The large Burnt Edge dangles would look beautiful under any Christmas tree. (Hint, hint.)

Neighborhood Goods
This brilliant new spot in Plano's Legacy West shopping center has been all the rage since it opened last month. It is essentially a middle man for brands that have a predominantly digital footprint and are looking to do a little face time with shoppers, as well. For example, check out Benincasa Milano from December 14-16 to get fitted for a fabulous pair of bespoke Italian shoes. And while this particular pop-up is short, brands can lease space from as few as 45 days and as long as a year.

Outdoor Voices
The favorite activewear brand is saying goodbye to its Knox-Henderson pop-up and opening a permanent store at NorthPark Center on level one between Dillard's and Macy's. Fans can expect the same array of their beloved workout gear, in addition to lockers so that you can store your belongings while #doingthings.

Scotch & Soda
Amsterdam is invading NorthPark Center with this bold shop for men, women, and children. The brand has over 190 stores and can be found in more than 8,000 stores; however, Dallasites can now shop it directly at NorthPark Center on level one in between Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus. During this chilly December, it's almost impossible not to obsess ober all of their super cozy, chic jackets and blazers.

Unbranded
Visit the popular holiday pop-up shop through December 22, at 1508 Commerce in downtown Dallas. It's open from 11 am to 7 pm Tuesday through Saturday. This four-week pop-up features rotating shops for everyone on your wishlists. Unbranded was founded in 2014 by Bryan DeLuca and Matt Alexander in an effort to uncover the very best of Dallas' creative community through small pop-up exhibitions and event spaces.

Galleria Dallas
Visiting a crowded shopping mall during the holiday season is not many people's idea of fun. But Galleria Dallas entices with a lineup of special events throughout December that makes it one of the most festive places in town. First, there's that skating rink Christmas tree — still, the country's tallest one indoors, they say. Santa gets a brand new winter wonderland for photo opps this year. And each Saturday, the back-flipping Santa skates in to pyrotechnic pizzazz to welcome world-class figure skaters to the ice. The lineup of remaining skaters is: Jeremy Abbott, December 8; Meagan Duhamel and Eric Radford, December 15; and Patrick Chan and Keagan Messing, December 22. Check the Galleria's website for complete schedules and special programming.

A trip to the new Matthew Trent showroom is never a bad idea.

Photo courtesy of Matthew Trent

A trip to the new Matthew Trent showroom is never a bad idea.

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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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