Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH to Open at Palm Beach Outlets February 2014

WEST PALM BEACH, FLORIDA (September 26, 2013) - Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, featuring a distinctive assortment of luxury brands at great prices, will be opening at Palm Beach Outlets in February 2014. The 25,000+ square foot store will feature a broad selection of womenswear, menswear, children's clothing, fine jewelry, beauty products, shoes, handbags and sunglasses. Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5^th is known for its engaging environment, abundant exclusives, remarkable savings and assortments from the most notable names in fashion, allowing customers to find the best of both worlds: the thrill of a deal and the confidence in finding high quality products, on-trend, and right now.

“We are thrilled to continue to expand Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH with the new store at the Palm Beach Outlets. New England Development and Eastern Real Estate have designed a prime location for outlet shopping,” stated Robert Wallstrom, President of Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH.  “Our new store will give Palm Beach customers the opportunity to discover more designer brands, more savings, and more service options unlike any other outlet experience.”

The new store will be modeled after Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5^th’s luxury-in-a-loft store design.  Since its debut in 2008, the innovative layout has been well received and set a new standard in outlet shopping. The design maximizes efficiency and flexibility, enabling easy changes in the general layout. The new store will be bright and uncluttered, with no hard aisles and one consistent, hard-surface floor throughout. All fixtures will be on casters, ensuring ease in movement, and all hardware will be interchangeable between fixtures.

“Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5^th stores are considered among the finest outlets in the industry today,” stated Stephen R. Karp, Chairman of New England Development. He continued, “Saks Fifth Avenue is synonymous with American fashion and we are excited to have this iconic brand as one of our anchor stores.” 

Palm Beach Outlets, located immediately off Interstate 95 on Palm Beach Lakes Boulevard in West Palm Beach, will feature nearly 100 outlet stores, as well as an adjacent retail center with a dynamic mix of national tenants including Nordstrom Rack and Whole Foods Market.  Construction is moving along at a rapid pace in preparation for the grand opening in mid February 2014. Over 90% of the outlet center is committed and New England Development anticipates close to 100% projected occupancy by the Palm Beach Outlet’s grand opening. Palm Beach Outlets is being developed by a partnership of New England Development and Eastern Real Estate.

About New England Development

New England Development is one of the nation’s premier real estate development and management companies, with more than 50 million square feet of retail, commercial and residential space to their credit.  Founded by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Stephen R. Karp, New England Development has 35 years of retail development, leasing and management experience and is one of the major mall developers in the Northeast.  Acclaimed for some of the country’s most widely recognized and successful regional malls, New England Development is also known for developing mixed-use complexes featuring retail, residential, hotel and office uses; outlet centers; power centers; marinas; golf courses; resort and convention hotel properties; and even an entire planned community.

Eastern Real Estate

Eastern Real Estate is a privately held commercial real estate firm with expertise in capital investment, real estate development, and asset management. The Company was founded and is led by principals Daniel J. Doherty III and Brian J. Kelly. During their thirty year careers Doherty and Kelly have had direct involvement in over 30 million square feet of transactions, building Eastern a well-earned reputation for industry leading insight and unwavering professional integrity.

Saks Incorporated

Saks Incorporated currently operates 41 Saks Fifth Avenue stores, 70 Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH stores and saks.com. Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH is a world-class, full-service destination for value-priced clothes and accessories for men, women, children and the home. The retailer's stores combine the two great joys of shopping: the delight of finding the very best and the thrill of the deal. Highly coveted designers are displayed alongside exclusive Saks brands you won't find anywhere else, all in a luxury-in-a-loft environment that can showcase an emerging trend one day and a great deal the next. Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH simply offers more style, more savings and more service than any other value retailer.

If you would like more information on this topic please contact Melissa LaVita, Marketing Director, New England Development: 617.299.2575.  To schedule an interview, please call Linda Soper at (612) 308.4159 or email: linda@lindalanemarketing.com.

                    

PALM BEACH COUNTY’S OWN SIGNATURE COLLECTION, INC. GETS A MAKEOVER, ADDS LINES, & EXPANDS APPEAL

WEST PALM BEACH, FL (September 26, 2013) – Signature Collection Inc., the iconic stationery and gift store that has been located in the Flagler Center Office building for over 17 years, is debuting a new look at 505 South Flagler Drive in West Palm Beach.  The completely redesigned space is dedicated to custom stationery, invitations, and gifts for every occasion, while providing the very best in customer service and etiquette expertise.

 

Since the shop first opened in 1997, Cathy Flagg has traveled to national gift markets each season gathering the latest stationary, gift items, and one of a kind must haves that have attracted loyal consumers since the store’s inception.  Some of the newest vendors at Signature Collection include, Haute Papier, Sugar Paper, Preppy Plates, Rouge and Co., Fornash, Graphic Image, GiGi, Mariposa, Niven Morgan, and Violife. Says Flagg, “We pride ourselves on our industry knowledge and customer service. Whether you're having a small get-together, throwing the party of the year - or the wedding of a lifetime, we know how to help plan from start to finish.” As a fifth-generation Palm Beacher, Flagg’s love for bright colors, fashion, interior design and paper inspire her store. “We have seen it all, done it all and do it all and are excited to show off our new look to both existing and new customers. We work closely with corporations, event 

and wedding planners and individuals providing the very best in materials, service and design.”

The layout of the store has been thought out in the slightest details so that guests can make the most of the variety of products available while ambling freely and interacting with staff.  At the epicenter is a work table where clients and staff members can sit and review invitations from a plethora of companies including: Crane & Co/William Arthur, Arzberger, Dabney Lee, Checkerboard, Vera Wang Fine Papers, Caspari, Boatman Geller, and Embossed Graphics, to name a few. The result is a fully remodeled and made-over store with products including gifts for the home, baby, hostess, and more. 
And like each new product, each piece of furniture features inventive displays that fit perfectly into the new space.





Along with its owner, longtime customers of the store are pleased with the new look. "The best just got better," customer Vicky Hunt said. "It's like visiting a good friend. They have kept their premier lines and have add about 15 new exciting ones. Cathy hasn’t shied away from change, Signature Collection has embraced it and just keeps making the store better.”

“With the holidays approaching many venders are offering discounts for early buying so now is the best time to see what Signature Collection has available,” Says Flagg.

For more on Signature Collection’s invitation and gift offerings, styles, buying guides and store news, explore the boutique at 505 South Flagler Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 or by calling 561.655.1182. You can also find Signature Collection via the web at: www.signaturecollectioninc.com or by emailing cfjp104@aol.com. Store hours are: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Mondays through Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.

For press inquiries or to schedule an interview, please contact Linda Soper at (612) 308.4159 or via email: linda@lindalanemarketing.com.