2 minute read
NEW & NOW
AVENTURIST
NEW & NOW OPEN Season
FROM FANCY MANICURES TO FASHION ICONS, DON’T MISS THESE FOUR NEWLY OPENED METRO-MIAMI SPOTS THAT OUR EDITORS ARE LOVING THIS SEASON
FASHION FIX
Fashionistas, rejoice. Maison Valentino has opened its doors in the Aventura Mall, adding its name to the list of ultra-haute designers with a footprint at Florida’s largest mall. The chic new boutique will carry the Promenade and After Club Fall 2022 collections, plus eyewear, the Promenade and After Club Fall 2022 collections, plus eyewear, handbags, shoes, jewelry, and more for men and women. “Valentino is handbags, shoes, jewelry, and more for men and women. “Valentino is an iconic brand because of its combination of artistry and an iconic brand because of its combination of artistry and craft,” says Jackie Soff er, chairman and chief executive craft,” says Jackie Soff er, chairman and chief executive offi cer of Turnberry (owner of the Aventura Mall). “Its offi cer of Turnberry (owner of the Aventura Mall). “Its designs blend heritage and innovation to create designs blend heritage and innovation to create beautiful pieces that will resonate with Avenbeautiful pieces that will resonate with Aventura Mall’s discerning guests.” (valentino. (valentino. com) —Kristen Desmond LeFevre
PAGE TURNER
Ready your shelves for the opening of Assouline at Bal Harbour Shops. The Parisian-based publishing house is a favorite among literati for its visually rich tomes. Miamians can get their luxe coff ee-table-book fi x in Assouline’s new outpost, which features an Ultimate Salon stocked with handcrafted titles (including titles from the coveted Impossible Collection). The boutique’s opening follows a popular run as a 2021 Bal Harbour pop-up shop. “Our brand is a celebration of luxury and culture,” says founder Prosper Assouline. “We couldn’t think of a better city that matches the same energy to open our newest Assouline store.” Don’t miss the super-Instagrammable rainbow neon sign that reads “Travel From Home,” an homage to the brand’s travel series. (assouline.com) —K.D.L.
NAILING IT
With new locations in Coconut Grove and South Miami (and more in the works across South Florida), GlossLab is taking over the local manicure market, aiming to modernize the nail studio experience with its hygiene-fi rst, membership-based concept. The future-forward, femalefounded salon prides itself on being at the forefront of industry trends, including long-lasting polishes, nontoxic products, hospital-grade sterilization, and tech-enhanced bookings and payments. (glosslab.com) —K.D.L.
HOME STRETCH
Dedicated yogis looking to switch up their practice should head to Midtown’s newest hot yoga studio, Yoga Joint. For more than 12 years, founder Paige Held has garnered a dedicated following in Broward and Palm Beach counties, off ering a trifecta of wellness via Flow, FIIT, and Restore classes. The Miami studio also off ers complimentary mats and towels plus pre-booking for members. (yogajoint.com) —Melissa Puppo