The Bravern in the News
Shop Owner Brings Modern-Day Cinderella Story to The Bravern
Bellevue Reporter
As a girl in rural China, Holly Zhang had to tie cotton with rubber to her feet in the winter because she had no shoes.
She foraged in the mountains to have food to eat, and had to pay $5 a semester for her school tuition – nearly free by U.S. standards, but a month's worth of earnings for the rural town she grew up in.
It's a long journey from a small farm in Manchuria to the upscale shops of downtown Bellevue, but this fall, Zhang realized a lifetime dream by opening the Holly Zhang Pearl Gallery in the Shops at the Bravern.
Posted 1/10/2012 Read Article
High End, High Demand
Shopping Centers Today
Nearly two years after its opening, in the depths of the recession, The Shops at The Bravern, an upscale open-air center near Seattle, is proving that there is a strong demand for high fashion and other luxury goods in a region that is the birthplace of REI and Columbia Sportswear.
Posted 8/1/2011 Download
Destination: Bellevue
AAA Journey Magazine
At The Bravern, the shopping center anchored by Neiman Marcus, Seattle-based Sur La Table’s kitchenware store seems just as ready for Rodeo Drive as luxe label neighbors Louis Vuitton, Jimmy Choo and Salvatore Ferragamo.
Posted 7/1/2011 Download
Do Your Patriotic Duty and Shop the Sales this Fourth of July Weekend
NWsource
The Fourth of July weekend is upon us, and in addition to flag-waving, fireworks and backyard barbecues, it’s your patriotic duty to get out there and stimulate the economy by shopping this list of fabulous sales!
Posted 6/30/2011 Read Article
Sale: Shops at The Bravern
Seattle Met
The Bravern is hosting a cluster of sales that might coincide nicely with your warm weather wardrobe needs (or, okay, desires). Here’s a rundown:
Posted 6/27/2011 Read Article
Spectacular Shopping
Alaska Air Magazine
The Shops at The Bravern and the stores in The Bellevue Collection, all located in the upscale city of Bellevue, approximately 10 miles east of downtown Seattle, offer outstanding shopping whether you’re looking for the latest fashions at The Bravern’s flagship store, Neiman Marcus, or for moisture-wicking adventure-travel clothing from The Bellevue Collection’s ExOfficio.
Posted 5/1/2011 Download
Best of Both Worlds
425 Magazine
All across the Eastside, new communities are popping up and changing the way
residents and business owners interact. Instead of the usual stop and shop, these communities invite surrounding residents and visitors to the area to stroll, dine and stay for a while. It’s a step back into an old way of life, where neighbors stop and chat on the way to the grocery store and shop owners know everyone by name. With a central focus on walkability, quality shops and restaurants offer exercise with a purpose. For residents and visitors to these mixed-use communities, it’s not just about running errands.
Posted 5/1/2011 Download
Bravern offers family events, activities
KOMO
This time of year can be especially hard on moms and their youngsters who, after being cooped up through the winter, are ready for warmer weather and outdoor excursions. These activities at The Bravern offer a needed break for both parents and kids:
Posted 4/22/2011 Read Article
Trend Spotting: Wolford's Must Haves
Seattleite
Tami Elwin, marketing manager at The Bravern, keeps a very keen eye on trends circulating the stores around her. So what’s happening right now?
Posted 4/19/2011 Read Article
Family Roundup: Mother's Day Gift Ideas
Bellevue Patch
News flash moms – your partner is not a mind reader! So if last year’s Mother’s Day gift really bombed, feel free to forward this article along with a hint that “yes, this would be a great gift to receive this year for Mother’s Day."
Posted 4/13/2011 Read Article
Press Releases
Schnitzer West to Sell The Shops at The Bravern
BELLEVUE, Wash. – Nov. 4, 2011 – Schnitzer West, LLC officially announced today The Shops at The Bravern, an open-air shopping center located in Bellevue, Wash., is for sale. Schnitzer West, a real estate investment company, purchased the property in December 2000. In 2009, the company completed the first two phases of the mixed-use development encompassing The Bravern Office Commons, two high-rise office towers and a parking garage and The Shops at The Bravern. The Bravern Signature Residences, two residential towers were completed in 2010. Schnitzer West sold The Bravern Office Commons in 2010 for $410 million.
Posted 11/4/2011 Download
The Shops at The Bravern Welcomes Two New Tenants to Kick Off the Holidays
BELLEVUE, Wash. – Oct. 25, 2011 – To gear up for the busy holiday season, The Shops at The Bravern, an open-air shopping center in downtown Bellevue, Wash., is pleased to announce seasonal tenants Blue Willi’s and Holly Zhang Pearl Gallery. Blue Willi’s, known worldwide for its Indigo yarns and casual elegance and Holly Zhang Pearl Gallery, a specialty pearl jewelry store emphasizing unique designer pearl necklaces and accessories, will join The Bravern’s quality retailers and local favorites such as Neiman Marcus, Jimmy Choo, Hermès, Sur La Table, Trophy Cupcakes and others.
Posted 10/25/2011 Download
The Shops at The Bravern Celebrates Second Anniversary
BELLEVUE, Wash. – Sept. 14, 2011 – Proving that quality brands never fall out of fashion, The Shops at The Bravern is proud to celebrate the retail center’s second anniversary in September 2011.
Posted 9/16/2011 Download
Kreiss Selects The Shops at The Bravern for New Showroom
BELLEVUE, Wash. – Feb. 4, 2011 –The Shops at The Bravern, the Northwest’s most unique shopping experience, and Kreiss, the family‐owned luxury home furnishing and design company, today announced Kreiss will open a new showroom at The Bravern on March 5, 2011. Prior to opening its showroom at The Bravern, Kreiss’ Washington-based showroom was located at Bellevue Place.
Posted 2/4/2011 Download
The Shops at The Bravern Celebrate a Year of Successes
BELLEVUE, WASH. (September 7, 2010) – One of only a handful of new fashion shopping centers to open in the United States in 2009, The Shops at The Bravern commemorates its first anniversary this September with a string of first-year successes.
Posted 9/7/2010 Download
The Bravern Signature Residences Now Offering Condominium Price Discounts and Luxury Apartment Homes
BELLEVUE, WASH (April 27, 2010) – In recognition of the changing dynamics in the Puget Sound housing market, Schnitzer West has announced it will provide market-driven housing solutions for the greater Eastside by offering condominium price discounts and luxury apartment homes at The Bravern Signature Residences.
Posted 4/27/2010 Download
Wild Ginger Bellevue Rolls Out New Dim Sum Brunch
Eastsiders tired of starting their weekend with waffles and scrambles have a new, exotic options for brunch vittles and libations.
Posted 4/1/2010 Download
DavidBartonGym is Down with the Dogs
DavidBartonGym presents an evening to benefit the Seattle Humane Society with Brenda Bryan, local author of Barking Buddha. Download flyer for details.
February 18, 2010
6:00 - 8:00 pm
Posted 2/18/2010 Download
John Howie's Shrimp & Green Chile Dip Recipe
John Howie is gearing up for Florida this Sunday to represent the Seattle Seahawks at Taste of the NFL. To help us with our Superbowl parties on Sunday, he's provided his Shrimp & Green Chile Dip recipe to add to the menu.
Posted 2/3/2010 Download
It's Happy Hour All Week Long at DavidBartonGym
January 25 - 29, 2010
5:00 - 8:00 pm
Bring friends, workout, and invite them to relax with you in our lobby with a drink and great food from Wild Ginger - on us!
Posted 1/22/2010 Download