As school restarts and we wrap up our summer holidays, the month of August marks a “new year” of sorts. What better time to rethink your look and invest in a few new key pieces for late summer and fall—especially with all the huge sales happening this season. It’s all possible seven days and seven nights at Aventura Mall.
| TRENDS |  | Lavish Laptops: A new school year calls for a new digital start: Pick a PC packed with features that work at lightening speed, so it’s as effective for homework as it is for entertainment. The VAIO EB Series Laptop ($899) comes in fun colors like Caribbean Green and Hibiscus Pink and includes Genuine Windows 7 Home Premium, and was designed with a 15.5-inch LCD, 4 GB of RAM, a 500 GB hard drive, a Blu-Ray player, Intel Wireless Display and HDMI out. Available at Soy Style (305.932.4078). | | | |  | Adorable but Al ways Appropriate: Looking for a frock that seamlessly transitions from the desk to after-work dining? We love this Doubly Adorned Dress ($148) from Anthropologie (305.933.3512), by Floreat. The button-front dress is gently topped with two bows, which suggests femininity and a formal flair, while the menswear plaid communicates that you’re all about business as usual. | | | |  | Straight-Legged and Sufficiently Torn: Every woman needs a pair of jeans that are as comfortable and flattering as they are edgy, hip and perfect to pair with anything. Case in point: AG Adriano Goldschmied’s (305.692.5330) 22 Years Destroyed ($275), with long, straight, skinny legs and an ever-so-slightly higher rise. The best part about this sexy denim work-of-art is how they’re handcrafted to replicate a true vintage jean: The appearance is naturally aged, but the fabric is brandspanking new. | | | |  | A Real-Life Handbag: This could be the quintessential shoulder bag tote, ideal for lugging books and personal electronics as well as all-important cosmetics and car keys. Available at Kipling (305.935.0303), the Deffa Medium Handbag ($94) in “Inky” blue has plenty of pockets, pouches and zippers to keep you perfectly organized. Wrinkle resistant nylon means your bag is as resilient as you are, so no need to handle it (or life) with kid gloves. | | | |  | Twinkle Toes: Your little girl will be the talk of the class with these gorgeous, attention-grabbing, Wizard of Oz-inspired glitter ballet flats ($58) from J. Crew (305.935.2739). The shoes—which come in gold, black or silver—are made from cotton, with an elasticized band that keeps them in place when the little twinkle toes kicks up her heels. The sparkly numbers jazz up any ensemble, and match with everything. | | | |  | Fashionable in Façonnable: Bright, beautiful color is everywhere this fall, but it’s important to do it tastefully: Stripes can be artistic, slimming (when vertical!) and delightfully geometric. Façonnable’s (305.792.2610) collection of cotton, poplin multicolor shirts ($175 each) are ideal for summer, smart-casual fun. Pair with jeans (denim or white) for a standout seasonappropriate look. | | | |  | NEW STORES
There’s even more to enjoy with Aventura Mall’s new stores: William Rast, All Saints, Burberry, Façonable, Lego, Desigual, Splendid, Guess Accessories, Journeys Kids, J. Lindeberg. For a more complete list, please visit our website, aventuramall.com and click on What’s New. | | | |  | COMING SOON
Etiqueta Negra is co-owned by Federico Álvarez Castillo, one of the world’s largest collectors of antique cars and motorcycles and La Ellerstina Polo Club, Argentina’s champion polo team. Etiqueta Negra offers a selection of impeccably crafted items that are easily incorporated into any wardrobe. The brand’s first U.S. store opened in 2008 in New York City’s Soho neighborhood. Aventura Mall is Etiqueta Negra’s first Florida location. | | | | 
| MALL EVENTS
Farmers’ Market
Saturday and Sunday | August 14-15 & 28-29 | Center Court
Fresh flowers, vegetables, fruits and more will be displayed during this indoor Farmers’ Market. | | | |  | Back to School Tax Free Shopping
Friday, August 13 - Sunday, August 15
The Back to School Sales Tax Holiday will allow consumers to purchase items such as clothing, books, or backpacks under $50 tax free, as well as school supplies under $10 tax free. See stores for details. | | | |  | Character Wednesday Wednesday, August 18 | 10am-12pm | Rainbow Vall ey Pl ayground
Children are invited to join Susie Hammer as Mother Goose as she reads and sings for two hours of fun and entertainment. | | | |  | | Turnberry for the Arts is a dynamic cultural initiative of Turnberry Associates, owner and manager of Aventura Mall, incorporates contemporary art and education at Aventura Mall. Recognizing the positive impact that art can have upon people of all ages from all walks of life, the mission of Turnberry for the Arts is to enhance the experiences of local residents and visitors from the U.S. and abroad in innovative ways. The Turnberry for the Arts collection currently features outstanding artworks by some of the world’s most renowned contemporary artists, including Donald Baechler, Louise Bourgeois, Gary Hume, Jorge Pardo, Jaume Plensa, Julian Opie, Lawrence Weiner, Tom Otterness, and Friends With You.
Los Angeles-based artist Jorge Pardo explores the relationship between functionalism and aesthetics and his work incorporates elements of design, architecture and beauty. The 96 lamps in this site-specific work take the form of butterflies that are alluring, practical, and question the viewer’s definition and expectation of what is considered fine art. Pardo commented to The New York Times that he hoped the installation would make shoppers stop in their tracks, noting, “A lot of people want to take pictures of themselves in front of the butterflies. In that sense it’s really cool, because it works like a traditional monument.” Pardo work is included in the collections of such museums as the Museum of Modern Art in New York, Museum of Contemporary Art in Los Angeles, Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago and Museum of Contemporary Art in North Miami. |
| | | |  | WHAT TO DO :
Pottery and Nosh:
Throw your next party (for kids or adults!) at Alisa’s Painted Bistro (305.931.4470), where you and your group can dine on pizza, paninis, salads and pastries as you work on pottery projects: Packages include all materials, tools, instruction and glazing and firing of finished pieces. All events last two hours, and include a unique cupcake birthday cake and commemorative platter for special occasions. | | | |  | Where to stay
Hampton Inn Hallandale Beach~Aventura
from the beach and the world renowned Aventura Mall, the hotel offers 151 guest rooms in a cheerful beach house décor, complimentary hot breakfast buffet, outdoor heated pool, fitness center, free high-speed Internet access, executive meeting facilities and on-site Steak and Shake. For more information please visit http://www.hamptoninnaventura.com/ | | | |  | RESIDENCE IN BY MARIOT AT AVENTURA MALL
Adjacent to Aventura Mall, the hotel boasts 191 all-suite accommodations complete with full kitchen and living area. Includes complimentary breakfast buffet daily. Spacious design and gracious décor allow guests a selection of studios, one and two-bedroom suites. For more information please visit http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/miara-residence-inn-miami-aventura-mall/ | | | |  | Courtyard by Marriott at Aventura Mall
166 guest rooms and suites. Conveniently located next door to the Aventura Square Shopping Plaza and within walking distance of Aventura Mall’s greatest names in shopping, dining and entertainment. For more information please visi http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/miaav-courtyard-miami-aventura-mall/ | | | |  | | | Nestled amid 300 tropical acres, the stunning, Mediterranean-style Fairmont Turnberry Isle (19999West Country Club Dr., Miami; 866.840.8069; fairmont.com/turnberryisle) is the essence of elegance and indulgence. While it’ll be hard to tear yourself away from your luxurious accommodations, you’ll want to relax at the beach club, relish the delicious contemporary American cuisine at chef Michael Mina’s Bourbon Steak, visit the on-site Willow Stream Spa and play a match at the world-class tennis facility or tee off at one of the two 18-hole Raymond Floyd-redesigned championship golf courses. And of course there’s always the fabulous shopping of Aventura Mall, right next door. |
| | | |  | FONTAINEBLEAU MIAMI BEACH
Transform intense anticipation into reality. Fontainebleau Miami Beach introduces a new culture. One that blurs the line between the glamour of the past, the luxury of the present and a new vision for tomorrow. Defined by inspiration, expression and engagement, it is a new culture in which anticipation exists from first awareness to long after departure. Participation allows guests to tailor experiences to their own desires. Technology encourages guests to share unique memories and create a perpetual experience. Emerging from the original vision of legendary architect Morris Lapidus whose daring designs epitomized a concept of setting a stage where everyone who enters will play their part. Fontainebleau combines striking design, contemporary
art, music, fashion and technology into a vibrant new kind of immersive guest experience.
Following a $1 billion renovation and expansion, Fontainebleau is a spectacular blend of Miami’s glamorous golden era and stylish modern luxury – 1,504 rooms and suites, 22 oceanfront acres, 11 restaurants and nightclubs including three signature name chef restaurants, 40,000 square-foot spa, and a sophisticated poolscape with private cabanas. For more information, please visit www.fontainebleau.com. |
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