A couple of new shops have been added to the North Scottsdale shopping center, Scottsdale Quarter for your shopping and laser-resurfacing pleasure. Check them out soon!

North Street

Charlotte Russe – Delivering contemporary clothing and accessories for every aspect of a woman’s life, from casual to dressy, is the focus of Charlotte Russe. Aimed at 15- to 35 year-old fashionistas, the soft, fluid and feminine clothes sold at Charlotte Russe address every lifestyle need, integrating fashion and design to make a seamless transition from day to night.

South Street

LaserAway – After opening its doors in West Hollywood in 2006, LaserAway has become America’s leading provider of the most advanced skin care, laser hair removal, anti-aging and tattoo removal services and techniques. The elite medical staff is present to ensure that clients enjoy a comfortable and safe experience. With 12 California locations, this is the first LaserAway in Arizona.

About Scottsdale Quarter

Scottsdale Quarter, located on the southeast corner of Scottsdale Road and the Greenway-Hayden Loop, is an open-air center where the vibe of the city meets the serenity of the desert.  The hip, urban destination sits on 28 acres with 370,000 square feet of retail, restaurant and entertainment options, and 203,000 square feet of office space amid elegant, diverse architecture and lush landscaping.  Restaurants, specialty and fashion retailers include Sephora, Pottery Barn, iPic Theaters, NIKE, Dominick’s Steakhouse, Free People, CALYPSO St. Barth, H&M, Apple Store, Eddie V’s Prime Seafood and True Food Kitchen.  Scottsdale Quarter is also home to the park-like public gathering space, The Quad, featuring the largest pop-jet fountain in the region.  The center continues to add tenants that further position Scottsdale Quarter as the premier shopping destination in the Valley.  For details, visit www.scottsdalequarter.com.

If you’re a designer or a talented seamstress, check this job out at Encore Creative via Craigslist today.

Encore Creative, one of the Valley’s leading special event production companies is seeking professional seamstresses, tailors, costume builders/designers capable of working on industrial equipment and with a flair for the creative. We are looking for mature, experienced, reliable, flexible team players willing to do “whatever it takes’ to meet a deadline, work with other departments, work on the creative process as part of a team and work directly with customers, directors, producers, etc. Basic skills required include, but are not limited to:
-Basic pattern making, measuring, and cutting skills
-Garment construction and costume design
-Knowledge of industrial sewing machines and industrial sergers
-Ability to sew spandex and stretchable fabric is a must!
-Capability to sew large items such as drape panels, ceiling swags and treatments, fabric tunnels, tablecloths and napkins.
Any experience in the theatrical industry or a design background is a major plus!

See the full listing here: http://phoenix.craigslist.org/evl/med/3220753124.html

Amazon launches its own private sale website, MYHABIT.com.  The site says, “Sought After Brands, Membership Prices.”

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About Us

MYHABIT is a private fashion sale site offering up to 60% off hand-picked selections from designer and boutique brands. Founded by Amazon.com, MYHABIT sets a new standard in convenience, offering free, instant membership; fast, free shipping on U.S. orders and free return shipping in the U.S., as well as fast $25 international shipping to 50+ countries. The site also offers shoppers a complete fashion experience including 360-video shot on models, lavish photography and editorial segments.

Our Events

Most of our events start daily at 9 AM PT/ 12 PM ET and last 72 hours. Prices are up to 60% off list prices. Categories include women’s, men’s, and children’s fashion and accessories, as well as home, toys, books and beauty products.

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We heard awhile back that a new independent retail concept is coming to Biltmore Fashion Park. Well, now we know more. Here’s an update to the state of UNION…

Whoopie Baking Company, Citrine Natural Beauty Bar, Paris Envy and Frances Vintage are the first wave of retailer’s announced for the one-of-a-kind, urban and independent shopping experience at Biltmore Fashion Park

Set to open in November, the 7,200 square-foot UNION will be located on the east end of the shopping center between Stingray Sushi and Seasons 52, offering shoppers an exciting mix of more than a dozen one-of-a-kind intimate boutiques ranging in size from 200-500 SQ FT, as well as a casual eatery.

UNION is an opportunity to bring small, independent entrepreneurs and artists to Biltmore replicating the unique retail mix historically found at Biltmore Fashion Park.

Local entrepreneur Georganne Bryant of Frances Vintage will join the UNION line up offering women’s clothing, shoes, accessories, books, paper goods, novelty items and art.  Frances will also keep their original location on Central Avenue and Camelback Road.