The Arboretum's "Arrive in Style" Offers Fashion Tips From Celebrity Stylist Lo VonRumpf, Chance to Win A Shopping Spree

Back-to-school preparation is around the corner and The Arboretum, Austin’s most popular open-air marketplace, is taking the lead to make sure that students are fully prepared with the latest fashions for the new school year ahead. From now through August 21, The Arboretum will be hosting “Arrive in Style,” its premier back-to-school shopping event series featuring style tips, tax-free shopping deals and a sweepstakes for a chance to win a shopping experience with celebrity stylist Lo VonRumpf

A highlight of The Arboretum’s “Arrive in Style” program is the “Arrive in Style” Sweepstakes open to guests of all WP Glimcher Malls, nationwide. The contest offers a chance to win a $2,500 shopping spree with personal recommendations by celebrity stylist to the stars Lo VonRumpf. For a chance to win, shoppers should complete an online entry form at thearboretum.com/arriveinstyle from now through August 21.

Lo VonRumpf is best known for his stand-out looks on numerous high profile Disney channel and Nickelodeon teen stars plus recording artists and A-list actors. From on-screen to red carpets, his expertise in the industry also shines through the pages of the top fashion magazines. He continues to evolve with his L.A. based consulting company, LVR Style, where he thrives on consulting, styling, writing and lending his skills as a celebrity stylist and correspondent on the red carpet.

In addition, The Arboretum shoppers will have access to Lo VonRumpf’s exclusive back to school fashion forecast with several style tips to help shop for back to school. These tips will be available at The Arboretum and on the mall’s social media pages.

“The Arboretum is ready to kick-start back-to-school shopping with great store deals, tax-free savings and the chance to win a shopping spree with celebrity stylist Lo VonRumpf,” said Tami Benton, general manager at The Arboretum. “We are in high gear to welcome everyone to The Arboretum to complete all of their back to school shopping with the added benefit of style tips from a highly regarded celebrity stylist so our kids can put their best foot forward.”

This effort will coincide with Texas’ Tax Free Weekend taking place August 5 – 7. Tax free items will include clothing, footwear, backpacks and school supplies that cost $100 or less.

For more information about The Arboretum, please call (512) 338-4755 or visit www.thearboretum.com. Like us on Facebook facebook.com/ArboretumAustin and follow us on Twitter @ArboretumTX and on Instagram @ArboretumTX.

About The Arboretum

The Arboretum, Austin’s most popular open-air marketplace with popular retail and dining options, is home to well-known stores such as Chico’s, Barnes & Noble, Gap, francesca’s, Janie and Jack, Pottery Barn and The Walking Company. Shoppers can dine al fresco at favorite eateries such as Zoe’s Kitchen, The Cheesecake Factory and Brio Tuscan Grille. Located at 10000 Research Blvd., Austin, TX 78759, The Arboretum is open seven days a week; Monday – Saturday from 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sunday from noon – 6 p.m.

About WP Glimcher

WP Glimcher Inc. is a retail REIT and a recognized leader in the ownership, management, acquisition and development of retail properties, including mixed-use, open-air and enclosed regional malls as well as community centers. The Company currently owns a material interest in and manages 118 shopping centers totaling more than 67 million square feet diversified by size, geography and tenancy. WP Glimcher combines a national real estate portfolio with an investment grade balance sheet, leveraging its expertise across the entire shopping center sector to increase cash flow through rigorous management of assets and provide new opportunities to retailers looking for growth throughout the U.S. WP Glimcher® is a registered trademark of the Company. Learn more at www.wpglimcher.com.

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