This fall, Nashville welcomes an exclusive new addition to its retail experience. Nestled in the heart of Wedgewood-Houston at 500 Hagan Street, the Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up is bringing a first-of-its-kind, luxury shopping experience to the city. This traveling retail event reimagines high-end shopping, combining world-renowned designer brands with curated experiences.
Made up of 30 custom-designed, modular shipping containers, the pop-up spans 17,000 sq. feet and includes covered walkways and a retractable canopy that promises an inviting and comfortable experience.
“Opened in 1965 by retail visionary Stanley Whitman, the family-owned Bal Harbour Shops was the first all-luxury fashion center in America featuring high-end retailers in a tropical, open-air setting,” Bertrand Auclaire, VP of Omnichannel Retail & Consumers, Bal Harbour Shops and Whitman Family Development, explains.
The original Bal Harbour Shops is located in Miami Beach and is a favorite celebrity shopping destination, where it's known for its curated retail as well as the emotional connection to its tenants and customers, acting as the global leader in luxury shopping destinations. This is the first time in nearly six decades that the shopping experience extends its coveted luxury experience beyond Miami, allowing other cities across the country to experience a retail experience unlike any other, and a unique opportunity to access exclusive personal shopping and styling services.
“This pop-up takes the best elements of The Bal Harbour Shops’ signature aesthetic and creates a condensed version of Miami’s favorite shopping destination right here in Nashville,” Bertrand says. “The space will be complete with palm trees, ponds, fountains, and planters filled with lush greenery.”
Some of the luxury brands featured for the pop-up include Tiffany & Co, Balmain, Valentino, Golden Goose, Wolford, Assouline, Monnalisa, Etro, Johanna Ortiz, Dsquared, Cremieux, Wolford, Isabel Marant, and more.
The pop-up will be going on September 12th - November 9th, and some of the brands available at the event will be rotating at mid-market after four weeks, introducing new items to the second half of the pop-up through a new retailer's selection. Luxury retailers that will be there for eight weeks will rotate their in-store inventory and offer a curated selection of their current collections.
“Not only can shoppers expect access to curated offerings from our featured luxury brands, they can also experience a variety of activations and events that will be hosted throughout the pop-up’s stay in Nashville in an unexpected environment,” Bertrand explains.
Shopping isn’t the only reason to visit the Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up, as the culinary experience – The Whitman – will be the pop-up’s onsite full bar and restaurant. The Whitman offers both indoor and outdoor dining in a stylish setting that accommodates up to 150 guests. Its menu is a blend of Miami flavor and locally sourced ingredients, perfectly created into shareable plates perfect for pairing with a cocktail or enjoying after a luxury shopping experience. Guests can also look forward to The Whitman’s happy hour, a weekly High Tea service, and a weekend brunch served from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., ensuring that no matter what time of day you’re shopping, you can easily refuel with an equally luxurious dining experience.
In true Bal Harbour Shops fashion, the pop-up is designed to be more than just a place to shop; it’s a lifestyle destination. From the curated boutiques to the tropical-inspired design touches that are a nod to Miami Beach, visitors will find themselves fully immersed in a world where luxury meets leisure, making it only fitting that this carefully crafted space reflects the brand’s signature elegance.
Whether a devoted fashion enthusiast, a curious shopper, or someone looking to experience something new, the Bal Harbour Shops Access Pop-up offers something for everyone. This event is more than just a shopping trip; it’s an invitation to step into the world of luxury. For updates, sneak peeks, and exclusive content, follow along on Instagram.
This event is more than just a shopping trip; it’s an invitation to step into the world of luxury.