Articles about Store openings
Heaven Scent
I mentioned it was due to open in October and it has finally arrived…LAFCO (Luxury Articles And Fragrance Company) opens it’s doors just in time for Holiday shopping! LAFCO’s New York team (including owner, Jon Bresler) all flew down for the Highland Park Village store’s debut last week and I got a grand tour of the sophisticated fragrance shop. I have never smelled so many savory scents in my life, starting with the Claus Porto soaps (there are 16 scents to choose from) which are made by a century old Portuguese soap making company that is highly regarded throughout Europe. Each bar is milled seven times for the finest finish (lasting three times longer than other soaps the same size). The artful packaging, created using the same paper stock, embossing techniques and screen printing methods from decades ago, makes them great for gift-giving (many on my list will be getting them). Don’t worry guys, you aren’t forgotten. Be sure to check out the Musco Real men’s face and body collection. The shampoo/shower gel is perfect for the man on-the-go and all products are reasonably priced, starting at just $10. The shop is also the exclusive importer of infamous Santa Maria Novella (founded in 1221) products for men, women, children, and more (they even have fragrant fire-starters for the fireplace). Also find candles that are packaged in colorful art-deco glass (that can be recycled), Eau d’Italie fragrances, Linari diffusers, and Arte & Cuoio leather goods.
Marnie Rocks Dallas
It’s possible you’ve seen Marnie Rocks in InStyle, PaperCity, or Lucky magazines. Well, now you can see the goods in person at Houston designer Marnie Greenwood’s new shop in Preston Center. In addition to her jewelry line (like this zodiac pendant, part of her new collection), Greenwood’s wares include super-cute bags, scarves, rain gear, and kids’ stuff. Greenwood’s got quite a following in Hollywood, so if you ever wanted to accessorize like a starlet, this is the way to do it.
Re: New Sephora To Open In Allen
Well, all you Sephora-loving Collin County dwellers, I have some not-so-great news. The store we told you about earlier this week has pushed back its opening to September 26. That means you have to wait two extra weeks before you can sweep a gazillion NARS lipstick samples across your hand and get loopy head from the walls of fragrances.
LAFCO New York Coming to Dallas Soon
Good news for all of you bathing beauties out there. Renowned luxe apothecary, LAFCO (luxury articles and fragrance company) New York, is set to open in October at Highland Park Village. They will stock all European imports including the famed line Santa Maria Novella, made by the most prestigious and oldest pharmacy in the world. To read more about the new addition and see what Jon Bresler, owner and founder of LAFCO New York has this to say about coming to Dallas, follow the jump. (more…)
New Sephora To Open In Allen
Collin County girls, here’s some news for you. On September 12, a new Sephora will open in Allen at Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm. The 5,800-square-foot store will stock more than 13,000 products from more than 200 brands. And as an added bonus, if you shop on opening day, Sephora will donate a portion of those first-day sales to the Collin County Children’s Advocacy Center.
Roberto Cavalli Boutique Coming to NorthPark
NorthPark has done it again, this time with a Roberto Cavalli boutique, coming in October 2008. Say the powers that be (read: PR): “Inspired by a glamorous and free-spirited sensibility, the store embodies the modern elegance of the Cavalli world and sets a new standard for the innovative use of materials and design.” Expect to find women’s ready-to-wear, accessories, and eyewear collections, plus a 250-square-foot VIP section with velvet-covered wall. (Something tells me the only way I’ll see the VIP area is if I’m invited on a press tour.) The grand opening of the Roberto Cavalli boutique will coincide with this year’s Fashion at the Park. On October 10, Dallas gets its own runway show, a replica of the fall/winter show in New York, and Roberto Cavalli will be in attendance.
Tous Boutique To Open at Galleria in November
Coming in November to Galleria Dallas is Tous (famous for this little bear), the first North Texas outpost of this Spanish retailer. The Galleria store will carry the full line, including jewelry, handbags, accessories, and cosmetics. If you love Kylie Minogue, then you should check out the web site, where you can watch all kinds of behind-the-scenes footage of the Australian starlet, who is also the spokesperson for the brand.
Paper Source Opens at NorthPark
Speaking of NorthPark, I was there yesterday (trying to escape the heat) and stopped in Paper Source to pick up some thank you cards (still trying to get through the wedding gift thank-you’s. To those of you awaiting yours: I am not ungrateful…I’m just slow). The eco-friendly Chicago-based stationery store just opened and stocks plenty of paper including customized letterpress stationery, cards, gift wrap, and invitations. Also find journals, rubber stamps, photo albums, calendars, office supplies, party favors, DIY creative kits, fun gifts, how-to workshops, and more.
Sweet Shop: Betty Cupcake
At first I thought this was just another baker jumping on the cupcake craze, but I popped into Snider Plaza’s new addition to take a peek and was pleasantly surprised. A mother-daughter team recently opened this contemporary women’s shop which stocks casual to cocktail attire, accessories, and knick-knacks. Find lines such as Zova L.A., Hype, So Low, Lizzie Parker, Fortune Denim, Aidan Mattox, Linea Pelle, and MaryGold Designs (local jewelry designer) - many Dallas exclusives. It’s only appropriate that they offer up cupcake curiosities such as lipgloss, charms, and mini-confections to munch on while you shop.
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