2014 WINNER
BEST SHOPPING CENTER: OUTDOORS
>>DESERT RIDGE MARKETPLACE
This regional outdoor shopping center has been offering more than 1.2 million square feet of retail space to Valley residents since opening in 2001. With stores like teen favorites PacSun, Hot Topic and Hollister and others including Barnes & Noble, Kohl’s and even an Albertson’s, shoppers can find anything they need at Desert Ridge Marketplace. A giant splash pad and children’s designated play area offer entertainment for families, and an AMC Theatre and numerous restaurants define this center as a go- to for all-day fun. shopdesertridge.com.
2014 WINNER
BEST SHOPPING CENTER: INDOORS
>>SCOTTSDALE FASHION SQUARE
Serving as Arizona’s largest destination for elite and exclusive brands for both Valley residents and visitors alike, Scottsdale Fashion Square epitomizes the luxury and versatility of the state’s most fashionable city. Stores range from three-story department chains to Barneys New York, Anthropologie and H&M, and specialty shops like Sur La Table and Williams-Sonoma. When it’s time to eat, Scottsdale Fashion Square offers an extensive food court as well as sit-down choices like the just-opened Thirsty Lion Gastropub & Grill. fashionsquare.com.
2014 WINNER
BEST OUTLETS OR DISCOUNT SHOPPING CENTER
>>THE OUTLETS AT ANTHEM
Conveniently located off the I-17, this hub for designer wares at discount prices is a must for Valley bargain hunters. Housing more than 60 retailers including Michael Kors, Calvin Klein and BCBGMAXAZRIA, The Outlets at Anthem offer a shop for every need. A shaded children’s area and splash pad provide added entertainment for the family, and a food pavilion with seven easy favorites like Subway and Villa Pizza offer nourishment for more shopping. outletsanthem.com.
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BEST SHOPPING CENTER: OUTDOORS
>>KIERLAND COMMONS
With a unique Main Street shopping experience, Kierland Commons in Scottsdale is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. Retailers like Banana Republic and Crate & Barrel satisfy shoppers looking for everything from a new outfit to fresh furnishings while restaurants like The Greene House and Zinc Bistro keeps their taste buds happy. kierlandcommons.com.
