LUXURY SUMMER SHOPPING

Atlanta’s luxury shopping scene continues to evolve with new boutiques while cherished favorites beckon. Search for the newest fashion trends and discover that perfect look for savoring summer. Here are some of the best places to visit.

BY LIESL MERKEL

Phipps Plaza

Expect a whole new shopping experience at Phipps Plaza. The luxury Buckhead shopping destination recently added elegant boutiques Byredo and Givenchy to its lineup. Ten new stores will be added to Phipps this year, giving visitors access to many exclusive designer brands. New brands that will be added in 2023 include fashion house destination Alexander McQueen and French favorite Balmain. You’ll soon get a taste of Italian high fashion with Burnello

Cicinelli, ETRO, Zegna and sophisticated Fendi. Discerning shoppers will soon be able to accent their look from new arrival Cartier and hit Jimmy Choo for treasured shoes and handbags. Dior and Australian fashion brand Zimmerman round out the 2023 options. Hermès will come to Phipps in 2024, carving its niche into the Buckhead scene with its exquisite pieces. www.phippsplaza.com

Lenox Square

The oldest shopping mall in Atlanta opened in 1959 and has been a destination for tasteful shoppers ever since. Lenox Square recently refreshed its look by adding new shops. Savage X Fenty opened its doors in February and offers styles representing individuality, freedom of expression and self empowerment. Also new on the scene is Journeys, offering footwear brands that cater to the teen lifestyle. Stop in at Cotton On for globally relevant men’s and women’s fashions. Swatch offers unique, high-quality watch collections for men and women. Opening this summer, Alo Yoga inspires mindful movement with the best yoga clothing, and FrenchItalian lifestyle brand Moncler offers sportswear and soft, down jackets. While not new to Lenox, Louis Vuitton recently underwent an expansion to further showcase its iconic luggage, accessories and bags. www.lenoxsquare.com

Buckhead Village

Travel down iconic Peachtree Road to Buckhead Village where restaurants, coffee shops and high-end stores line the sidewalks and corridors of this area. Wolford, the leading skinwear manufacturer and brand of premium bodywear, legwear, athleisure and lingerie recently opened here. Find crisp, pleated shorts at Jenni Kayne, perfectly paired with the Relaxed Oversized Shirt and the popular Raffia Crossover Sandal. Snap up dreamy, breezy maxi dresses in floral prints at alice + olivia with knowledgeable staff who can direct you to the perfect summer look, perhaps with an Emilie pink leather mini skirt, tuxedo romper or bustier top. Drop in at Akris to pick up the latest little Anouk messenger bag in scarlet calf leather or a spacious Akris Ai shoulder bag. Christian Louboutin offers its signature red-soled shoes including the modern Loubi Duniss sandal with textured leather, plus handbags and wallets. www.buckheadvillagedistrict.com

Westside Provisions District

This outdoor shopping destination is lined with stylish names like Jonathan Adler, Rothy’s, Room & Board, lululemon and Free People. Find Kayce Hughes with vintage accessories and comfortable, classy clothing. Each location tailors its inventory to its local clientele, so expect an Atlanta-only experience. Local favorite Ann Mashburn offers thoughtfully curated tailored shirts, accessories and more, designed to let the real woman shine through. Men’s clothing store Sid Mashburn, called an authentic modern haberdashery, offers custom tailoring, smart clothes and accessories. www.westsideprovisions.com

ANT/DOTE

Pronounced “antidote,” this new store in the Westside offers high-end fashion with conceptual threads from Europe, Japan and more. Created by WISH ATL founder Lauren Amos, ANT/DOTE specializes in modern clothes for men and women as well as designer accessories, garments, fragrances and jewelry found nowhere else. Browse high caliber garments ranging from silver spiral bodysuits and men’s sleeveless tops to Maison Margiela wide leg trousers, black leather shorts and stylish shirt dresses. www.antidotestyle.com

The Outlet Shoppes At Atlanta

Featuring 100 top-tier, name-brand stores, The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta is located about an hour north of Atlanta and includes Michael Kors, Adidas, BOSS Outlet, Kate Spade, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5th and many more stores. Most recently, the Vera Bradley Factory Outlet store opened, offering the colorful, bright patterns for which the brand is known.

www.theoutletshoppesatatlanta.com

The Premier League Summer Series is coming to Atlanta! This is the first time the Premier League has hosted a preseason tournament in the USA, giving fans the opportunity to watch a worldclass line-up of players and managers collide stateside. And there’s no better place to play than in front of the most passionate fans in the country, here in Atlanta.

The action comes to town on Wednesday, July 26th with four teams facing off in a never-before seen doubleheader battle at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Kicking off the day, Brentford F.C. will face Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. at 5:30 p.m. followed by Newcastle United F.C. against Chelsea FC at 8:15 p.m. There’s no need to select just one game because the single-ticket price will provide entry into both matches, so get ready for a fun-filled day!

Brentford F.C. vs. Brighton & Hove Albion F.C. features a clash of two of the most electrifying newcomers to the top half of England’s Premier League table. Both clubs are experiencing historic campaigns in the top-flight and are competing for positions in Europe’s major competitions next season. Headlined by Brentford’s Ivan Toney, scorer of 20 Premier League goals and third to only Erling Haaland and Harry Kane in Premier League goals this season, this game’s fireworks are sure to excite and keep fans buzzing for the next game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Chelsea F.C., winners of six domestic Premier League titles and Two Champions League medals take on Newcastle United F.C in a clash of two of England and Europe’s most decorated and historic clubs. Miguel Almiron will have a homecoming as he travels in with Newcastle, who currently sit third on points in the Premier League thanks to boasting the only frontline with three double digit goal scorers: Callum Wilson (15), MLS’s own Miguel Almiron (11) and 22-year-old hotshot and €70 million club record signing Alexander Isak (10). The trio have propelled Newcastle to the brink of qualification for Europe’s most exclusive competition and in pole position for Champions League football next season. Chelsea F.C. need no introduction as they have been amongst the most successful clubs in the world over the last twenty years. Chelsea are one of the most ambitious clubs on the planet and look to reclaim their place among Europe’s elite after a successful tour of the U.S. this summer.

We can’t wait to see you on July 26. Limited tickets remain, so make sure to get yours today!