October is the month that Texans live for: The patios. The sweaters. The outdoor activities galore. And speaking of outdoor activities, shopping seems to be a favorite one among Dallasites due, in large part, to fun stores like the ones featured this month. From openings to anniversaries and everything in between, the must-shop list this month is as sweet as a piping hot pumpkin spice latte.
Bell’Invito
Designed and manufactured in Florence, Italy, the latest collection by stationery queen Heather Wise is driven by her passion for “responsible luxury” and features leather accessories like laptop cases, journal covers, luggage tags, totes, and more. And while you're shopping, don’t forget to make an appointment to visit the Dallas Design District-based store to get your Christmas cards in order. Prices range from $115 to $950.
CAMP x Disney
Take the entire family to this Mickey and Friends adventure experience involving Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, and more at Dallas' CAMP outpost. Guests will climb, slide, bounce, and dance their way through a unique themed environment with the help of camp “counselors.” This event is happening through February 2023 and tickets are $28. Purchase tickets here.
Visit Disney without leaving Dallas.Photo courtesy of CAMP
Galleria Dallas' Alley Market
Galleria Dallas’ biannual Alley Market comes back for one weekend only, 11 am-4 pm October 21-22. The popular outdoor market, which takes place next to The Blue Fish, celebrates and supports small businesses. More than 15 local vendors that sell everything from artisanal clothing to handmade jewelry to doggie couture will be featured, along with purveyors of sweet and savory foods. Vendors will donate 10 percent of weekend sales to Bonton Farms.
Galleria Dallas holds its Alley Market for one weekend only.Photo courtesy of Galleria Dallas
La Vie Style House x The Woods
These two iconic fashion brands are collaborating to offer Dallas shoppers Aspen-based The Woods Fine Jewelry inside La Vie Style House’s Highland Park Village boutique. The 30-piece collection incorporates stones and precious gems while mixing metals and textures. Prices range from $770 to $20,000.
It's a 30-piece collection.Photo by Shelby Webster
Lacrosse Unlimited
The world’s largest lacrosse equipment supplier has opened its 47th store - but first in DFW - in the Preston Village Shopper Center in Plano. This store, headquarters in Edgewood, New York and founded by avid lacrosse players, is a leading global retailer of men’s and women’s lacrosse equipment, apparel, and footwear. They also have locations in Austin and Houston.
Gear up for lacrosse season.Photo courtesy of Lacrosse Unlimited
Lively
Committed to meeting the customers where they are, this premier bra boutique is opening a new shop in Dallas’ West Village. Dallas is one of the top five cities for Lively in terms of both online sessions and conversions, and 41 percent of the brand’s ambassadors are in Texas. While known for its bras, the brand also includes undies, swimwear, and cozy clothing.
Lively is a new lingerie boutique in West Village.Photo courtesy of Lively
Peacock Alley
The iconic bedding brand’s new Dallas outlet is holding a tent sale October 13-16, offering large retail discounts on fine quality overstock bedding, bath, furniture, and accessories. Products included are one-of-a kind samples, floor samples, and scratch/dent items. The new outlet is located at 1333 Inwood Rd. The sale is running from 9 am-5 pm October 13-15 and October 16 from 10 am-3 pm.
New Balance
A major milestone in the world of commercial real estate, sneaker shop New Balance is celebrating 20 years in The Plaza at Preston Center. The store opened on October 1, 2002 in the same location they are in today. Stop in for a celebratory shoe fitting from one of the fit specialists and finally find that perfect sneaker for your lifestyle.
Shinola x Carolina Pet Company
Everyone’s favorite Detroit-based brand is on the quest to become man’s best friend’s best friend, too, with the recent collaboration with South Carolina-based pet experts. The partnership now yields a complete collection of dog needs from playtime to naptime and everything in between. The logo sweater? The nylon collar? Swoon.
Skin Spirit
Preston-Royal Is having a total renaissance in its shopping experience lately, and nothing more quintessentially speaks to that than the opening of this 2,895-square-foot clinic at Preston Royal Village. In addition to offering a variety of skin care services, it is also your one-stop-shop for Alastin Skincare, IS Clinical, SkinMedica, Nutrafol, and more. Join them for a grand opening event on October 27 from 5-8 pm to receive 20 percent off any “new to you” treatments.
The team is ready to serve all your beauty needs.Photo courtesy of Skin Spirit.
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