It’s holiday time, and you can wow everyone on your wish list with a cornucopia of Santa-approved gifts from get-noticed fashion to sweet surprises your little angels will cherish — all available at the Mall at Wellington Green.
FOR HER
Give the gift of glowing skin with Ella Bella Collection’s holistic skincare line of soaps, scrubs and moisturizers formulated with dermis-enriching vitamins and organic essential oils perfectly suited for any skin type.
For the lady who loves to make an entrance, look no further than Dawn Bacchus. The former beauty pageant winner outfits her eponymous boutique with lovely, one-of-a-kind separates, as well as her own vibrant, hand-painted pieces.
If a woman’s hair is her crown, then The Hair Doctor is her kingdom. Services at this state-of-the-art salon range from cuts and extensions to bespoke wigs and hair replacement.
Designer-inspired pendants, bracelets and stacking rings at the Jewelry Box offer exceptional value and make ritzy treasures your ice princess will love without breaking the bank.
FOR HIM
Indulge his sartorial, luxe-meets-street-style aesthetic at Laced, where outré designer styles and limited-edition athletic footwear are always on display.
A paradise for sports fans, Palm Beach Autographs carries hundreds of authenticated, autographed memorabilia and hosts in-store signings with current and former pro athletes like Pete Rose and Mike Tyson, who visit next month.
Lifetime Kitchen carries all the top-of-the-line tools and accessories your home chef needs, such as Staub grills and Miyabi knives — plus it will price-match anyone, including Amazon.
Treat him to an afternoon of pampering at ManCave for Men, a luxury barbershop featuring indulgent treatments, and hair and skin services are complemented with a mug of beer.
FOR THE KIDS
At GameStop, the world’s largest retail gaming destination, you’ll find plenty of top-rated games, consoles, gadgets and accessories to satisfy your favorite gamer.
Known for its alternative ensembles, Hot Topic also carries fandom apparel, pop-culture merchandise and geek chic ephemera that young fashionistas will love.
Celebrate her passions, accomplishments and milestones with a Pandora charm bracelet that doubles as chic wrist candy.
Making squishy slime is a cerebral and stress-relieving experience, especially for kids who can stir up their own batches with cool additives like glitter and beads at The Slime Factory, which offers full and express experiences and monthly passes.
FESTIVE FEASTING
While you’re shopping, explore the deliciousness of multicultural cuisine at the amazing ethnic eateries available at the Mall at Wellington Green.
Q’Bola Café — Transport your palette to the Yucatan Peninsula at this bright, fast-casual spot that prepares flavorful staples like salchipapas, Hispanic sandwiches and Cuban pizza.
Maoz Vegetarian — Falafel balls with healthful accompaniments ground the menu that also features fresh-pressed juices, fruit bowls and tasty handhelds like its signature hummus, egg and eggplant sandwich.
The Madre’s Mexican Fresh — At this Wellington outpost, diners can build their own Mexican-style meals with a selection of grilled meats, market-fresh ingredients and delicious sides. Churros drizzled with dulce de leche or Nutella sauce is the perfect finish.
Keywa’s — Owners Julian Sierra and Tania Eifert opened their dessert counter with an emphasis on savory and sweet crepes named after popular travel destinations, including Colombia and Peru to honor their South American roots.
The Mall at Wellington Green is located at 10300 W. Forest Hill Blvd. For more info., call (561) 227-6900 or visit www.shopwellingtongreen.com.
HOLIDAY HAPPENINGS
Get into the spirit of the season with an array of holiday happenings at the Mall at Wellington Green.
Saturday, Dec. 3: The Holiday Musicthon, hosted by the Palm Beach County Music Teachers Association, commemorates the sound of music with piano performances by school children from around the Palm Beaches.
Sunday, Dec. 4: Sensory Santa was founded so children with special needs can experience this classic holiday visit in a sensory-friendly environment. Beneath soft lights and falling snow, kids will enjoy structured, no-stress activities and a “slow” photo session with Father Christmas before the mall opens.
Monday, Dec. 5: Get your four-legged pals into the Christmas spirit with a Paws ’n’ Claus photo package that comes with a goodie bag full of scrumptious pet treats and a gift for their parents.
Saturday, Dec. 10: The Merry Little Breakfast is a pre-holiday shopping must-do with special appearances by the Ice Princess and Rudolph the Red Nosed-Reindeer, live entertainment and a scrumptious send-off from Chick-fil-A.
Tuesday, Dec. 13: Plié. Shuffle. Cartwheel. Repeat. At the Holiday Dance Recital, experience an evening of exciting acrobatic and rhythmic performances by students from the Academy of Dance and Acrobatics and BeastMakers Dance Studio.
Wednesday, Dec. 14: Skip gift-wrapping at home and head to the Mommy and Me Wrap-Up Party for fun activities like personalizing ornaments and singing Christmas melodies with Miss Chloe of Chloe’s Kids.
Saturday, Dec. 17: Part of the mall’s Share the Spirit Gift Card Giveaway, random recipients will receive gift cards in amounts of $100 and $50 one to keep and one to pay forward.
Wednesday, Dec. 21: Kick off the Festival of Lights with a Menorah-Lighting Ceremony featuring a bubble show, Hanukkah-inspired activities like dreidel-making and traditional treats like sufganiyot.
