Dadeland Mall's new stores include Miami firsts and chance for a dash and grab
Several more stores are due in the summer and fall.
Here's what to expect.
Princess Polly launch party
▪ Princess Polly, a trendy fashion boutique aimed at young women influencers began as an online retailer from a beachside apartment on Australia's Gold Coast in 2010. The first brick and mortar store in the U.S. opened in Los Angeles in 2023 and based its headquarters in California. The Dadeland Mall opening in Kendall on May 17 begins the chain's expansion into other cities including New York.
When: Princess Polly's launch party starts at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 24.
Where: Line up at the mall entrance by Macy's Fashion, located toward the back of the mall on the canal side, at 7303 North Kendall Dr., so you're ready to take advantage of the early bird vouchers when doors open.
Perks and prizes:
— First 100 visitors can score an exclusive Miami hoodie.
— First 250 visitors get an instant win scratch card that could win you a $1,000 Princess Polly wardrobe, mystery prizes, up to $100 cash off your shopping or a dash and grab like one of those old TV game show routines where you have one minute to grab anything you want for free.
— First 500 visitors snag an exclusive Miami tote bag and sticker.
Dadeland newcomers
▪ Lola + The Boys. A Chicago-based children's clothing brand aimed at trend-forward flair. So that could mean sequin unicorn bombers, glitter sneakers or graphic T-shirts. The store is looking at a summer 2025 opening in Dadeland's east wing near JCPenney and Dick's House of Sport.
▪ UDON. Asian restaurant's recipes are inspired by traditional noodle dishes and a variety of Asian-inspired tapas. This will be the third UDON in South Florida, joining locations in Wynwood and Aventura Mall. Opening in the summer on the mall's second level of the Fashion Wing in Terrace Dining.
▪ Alo Yoga. A clothing store centered around yoga wear. Yoga experts will also host in-store community events to teach yoga practices. Scheduled for a fall opening in the mall's Fashion Wing, next to Tesla.
▪ Luli Fama swimwear and Mania Jeans are coming to Dadeland but a date for both has not been set
Recent arrivals
These stores opened at Dadeland recently:
▪ Dick's House of Sport is like a regular Dick's sporting goods store but on steroids. The accent is on experiential for athletes with in-store climbing walls, multiple golf hitting bays with TrackMan simulators, and a multi-sport cage that can be used for baseball, softball, lacrosse and soccer. The only other Dick's House of Sport in Florida is in Tampa at International Plaza. The Dadeland outlet is in the east mall near JCPenney where Nordstrom's used to be.
▪ Golden Goose: Italy-inspired ready-to-wear, accessories and footwear. Located in the Fashion Wing next to Gucci.
▪ Aritzia design house sells luxury clothing. Aritzia has proven a hit at Aventura Mall and brings its influencer-minded fashion to Dadeland's Center Court.
▪ Lacoste was founded in 1933 by René Lacoste and is known for its familiar polo shirt, as well as sportswear apparel for men and women, footwear, eyewear, watches, fragrances and leathergoods like handbags and luggage. Located next to Macy's Fashion.
▪ Britto. Colorful artist Romero Britto features his work in a new location in Dadeland's East Mall near JCPenney and Dick's House of Sport.
▪ Perfume World. The nose knows. Near JCPenney, Freddo in the Dining Pavilion.
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