UPDATE: Back in October we published a piece about the Sundial Tenants that are now open. In celebration of the Sundial's second sunrise yoga session we thought we would inform you that 3 more stores have opened their doors since the event. Come visit them Saturday morning. Enjoy free coffee, retail deals and pastries.
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*Photo by Tommy Bahama
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Tommy Bahama sells the casual, comfortable lifestyle with a designer insignia that breathes their brand without a label. The store embodies the island life.
Tommy Bahama began with just silk shirts and tailored pants. Today you can decorate yourself and your home, from floor to ceiling with Tommy Bahama products. For a store looking to sell the life of nonchalant luxury, St. Pete is the perfect fit.
*Photo by Jackie Z
Jackie Z Style & Company began in Sarasota and will now bring their brand of modern chic to the Burg. The luxury boutique treats each person interested in their products as clients rather than customers. They offer each shopper a unique shopping experience tailored to their personal sensibilities.
They'll bring you a glass of champagne, wine or a cold beer while your browse their illuminated selection of high-end clothing for both men and women. The store commits itself to supporting the local community and its artists. With permission, Jackie Z adds each client to their purchase database. This allows them to keep their most dedicated clients in mind when bringing in new pieces to the store.
*Photo by L.O.L Kids
L.O.L Kids is the premier shop for the best European brands for children. This unique children's boutique offers top quality clothing for girls and boys for family parties and the casual school environment. The store has locations in New York City, West Hollywood and now adds the Burg to its impressive resume.
The store opened just in time for the holiday season. Find the best outfit ideas as we transition in to the winter season.
Sundial Salutation II
Back by popular demand, the Sundial Salutation returns this Saturday, November 15, at 9am. This free event offers yoga at sunrise at the Burg's developing epicenter of food, fashion and entertainment.
The Kahwa Coffee Wagon will be serving free Kahwa coffee drinks following the yoga session. The baristas will even make you a sweet and decadent caramel-hazelnut Diamond Dolce Latte giving yogis one last change to win a Swiss Watch from Diamonds Direct.
Chico's is holding a buy one, get one 50% off sale for full priced merchandise in their store all weekend in celebration of the event. Other participating Sundial tenants will provide pastries, refreshments and deals exclusive to Saturday so don't sleep on this event.
Registration for yoga begins at 8:30am. The sunrise yoga session runs from 9-10am. The fitness experts at lululemon showroom and Kelly McCabe of Nava Yoga Studio will lead the session in techniques you can take back home with you.
Sundial St. Pete, 153 2nd Ave N
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Posted Oct. 10, 2014
In the midst of the downtown revival sits the Burg's soon to be complete center of style, commerce and entertainment, the Sundial. While a good many businesses plan to open in late Fall and early Winter, there are some edgy new businesses you can visit right now.
We took a brief tour of the shops that are open to the public now and got to know them a little better. Whether you're looking for high-end jewelry, vintage or contemporary fashion, or a salon that will treat you from head to toe, there's a lot to get excited about.
We took a 3 question approach to acquainting ourselves with the open tenants. Here's a brief intro to the shops at Sundial.
What do you consider to be the most unique aspect of your store?
That's been the burning question. We've made our best efforts to carefully construct every piece of the store. The room we're in right now, which is a private viewing room, is designed to emulate our jewelry boxes.
We have a 3D printing station where customers can design their own rings. We've also designed pieces for our new location such as the Sundial Coin.
I'm not sure that many jewelry stores keep some of their pieces in salt water tanks with fish, either.
We also have Stella on tap for all of our customers along with Crown, champagne or water depending on what they're thirsty for.
Though, one of our favorite pieces of the store is the hand painted harlequin wall the Vitale Brothers designed for us. I think most of all what makes us stand out is our dedication to the community. We cater to blue and white collar customers and even the rockstars that come through our doors.
How do you see your store blending in with the city?
We've been operating in St. Pete for over 30 years. Our commitment to the community and remaining involved with events going on downtown run in sync with St. Pete's vibe. We've designed watches specifically for this area and have involved ourselves with several charities.
In one sentence can you describe what you hope customers take away from their experience at your store?
We want them to leave saying, "wow."
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What do you consider to be the most unique aspect of your store?
Our attention to color and detail makes us stand out. We work pretty hard to create a fun and inviting atmosphere. We want customers to be in awe of what they see here. Whatever they purchase we want everyone who comes through these doors to dress in confidence.
How do you see your store blending in with the city?
We are a lifestyle brand with the Florida resident in mind. Our clothes reflect the seasons and sunshine of the city and we design each piece so customers can layer.
In one sentence can you describe what you hope customers take away from their experience at your store?
We want them to feel fabulous and inspired and that they'll love their time in the store so much they'll bring a friend next time.
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What do you consider to be the most unique aspect of your store?
The most unique part would be our mix of merchandise. We offer contemporary women's fashion from high-end designers, different pieces of home decoration, books and furniture. There are a lot of interesting items here so whatever curiosity you come into the store with we hope it will be more than satisfied.
How do you see your store blending in with the city?
We definitely share the local love St. Pete has. We have one other location in Tampa and many of our items are made in the US. We're very interested in engaging with the community and being a part of events in St. Pete.
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In one sentence can you describe what you hope customers take away from their experience at your store?
We want every customer to leave the store feeling inspired because they had a totally unique experience and go home with an item they love.
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What do you consider to be the most unique aspect of your store?
We've developed our own brand here. The glamour rooms take the concept of a day spa to a whole new level. You can get a massage, have your hair done, get a facial, a manicure and a pedicure, and a high-end salon makeup experience here.
Marilyn Monroe is a luxury concept with an approachable price point. We don't have a target audience. We're here for the everyday woman and man. No matter your age or aesthetic we want to make you feel beautiful.
How do you see your store blending in with the city?
The glamour room is heavy on events and community involvement. Before we were even open we had people walk in and book parties with us. This is a very active community that has redefined what luxury means. I think we'll play a big part in underscoring St. Pete's brand of luxury.
In one sentence can you describe what you hope customers take away from their experience at your store?
We'd have to quote the store's inspiration, "imperfection is beauty, madness is genius and it's better to be absolutely ridiculous than absolutely boring."
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What do you consider to be the most unique aspect of your store?
Our culture is unlike any other. Our workout gear is certainly our store's signature but we do a lot more than just sell clothes. We feature local St. Pete artists on our walls and have partnered with local businesses to acquaint the community with what we do. We're hosting a yoga event in a couple of weeks right here at the Sundial and that event is open to the public.
How do you see your store blending in with the city?
Our first priority is to immerse ourselves in a relationship with the St. Pete community. What makes us unique is what makes us fit in the Burg community. This is such an eclectic and electric area on the rise, we think our approach is in line with the energy of the city.
In one sentence can you describe what you hope customers take away from their experience at your store?
We want customers to feel at home here, and that this becomes a place they feel comfortable shopping in and hanging out at.
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White House | Black Market began in 1985 as a single, tiny neighborhood boutique in Baltimore. Back then they referred to themselves only as The White House. They offered unique, individual collections of clothing and accessories in shades of white and ivory. After rapid expansion through the 80's anfd 90's they opened the Black Market. The popularity of both shops led to the combining of both concepts.
Their greatest passion is to make women feel beautiful. What can you expect from the fashion gurus? WHBM says, "we are bold and graceful at cocktail hour, we are sophisticated and chic on the weekends, we enter a room on any given day and our hope is to brighten it. No matter what we're designing, we're always devoted to ensuring that the beauty of each piece is apparent in every single detail."
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Chico's mission statement, "exclusively designed, private branded clothing for women featuring a combination of great style with on-trend, expressive and one-of-a-kind designs that are figure-flattering, unique, relaxed, and fashionable." The company has been around for 30 years and offer a few signature pieces that have made them a mainstay in most closets.
The store offers a wrinkle-free travelers collections and their own brand of casualwear for active St. Pete lifestyles. Their Black Label collection is made of styles and colors that connote classic high-fashion sensiblities.
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*Their soft opening will officially begin tomorrow, October 24.
What do you consider to be the most unique aspect of your store?
Offering hot towel straight razor shaves. We're trying to bring back the lost art of barbery to St. Pete. We're the only ones around here offering these kind of services. I own another company called Mens Direct and I'll be bringing a lot of the hair and facial products I sell there. We have products from Italy, Germany and Switzerland and have worked hard to source the best items for our customers. Over in the back we have a chair set up as a shoe shine station.
We'll also be offering annual memberships at Shave Cave. We just put in reclaimed post office boxes from 1958 where our members can store their personalized straight razor and facial brush. Each time they come in they can grab it and hand it to the barber. Our annual members will receive one haircut, one shave, one clean up, one shoe shine and 20% off any additional services that month and 10% off all products in the store.
How do you see your store blending in with the city?
There seems to be a desire in the city for services like this. Gentlemen looking for a place they can kick back, enjoy a beer, watch TV and get cleaned up.
In one sentence can you describe what you hope customers take away from their experience at your store?
That they felt a part of a high end mens environment with quality service and great products they'll use daily.
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Florida Jean Company is the source for denim in the Burg. They are an authorized retailer for Lucky Brand, True Religion, Rock Revival, AG Denim, Pretty Angel, Parasuco, Robert Graham, Lucky Brand Swimwear, Agave Denim, Wallaroo Hats, Rocket Dog Shoes, Rider, Ipanema and Havaianas. They have locations in St. Pete Beach and Ybor City and now bring their fashion sensibility to the beating heart of the Burg. They are currently in their soft opening stages. They have been dressing the Tampa Bay area since 2006. They fill in a fashion gap downtown that blends casual and professional to match Florida's often overwhelming climate.
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C1 Bank, the bank that has been making national news for their exceptional financial initiatives, progressive philosophy and close relationship with the city of St. Pete have several ATM's located at the Sundial. If you're looking to do some banking on the fly or are on your way to the Saturday Morning Market and need to withdraw some fast cash, C1 now has convenient and comprehensive 24-hour banking stations for Burg residents.
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