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SALT LAKE CITY (November 18, 2019) – Sundance Catalog, a leading American aspirational lifestyle retailer of men's and women's apparel, jewelry, footwear, accessories, and home furnishings, announces the opening of its newest retail location in the University Village in Seattle, Washington. There will be a grand opening weekend celebration beginning on Thursday, November 21, 2019, with a ribbon-cutting at 4:00 pm. The University Village store, at 2643 N.E. University Village St., #D-33, Seattle, is located in the city's only outdoor lifestyle shopping center.

Sundance CEO Matey Erdos shares, "We are absolutely thrilled to be opening our newest store in Seattle's University Village. This beautiful, vibrant, and dynamic area is rich in culture, artistic expression, and natural beauty; attributes that are quite aligned with the values of Sundance."

Erdos continues, "The Seattle store is a spectacular location that brings the beauty and authenticity of the Sundance lifestyle to life. We have created an experience that is not commonly found in the marketplace, an experience that is aspirational and artistic, guided by a strong sense of discovery, storytelling, and conversation. The store is thoughtfully curated with the exclusive and quality product the brand is known for. By offering a distinctive shopping experience, one that is true to the brand, we are confident our loyal supporters will make it a great success."

Following the vision of Sundance Catalog founder, acclaimed actor, director, and visionary Robert Redford, the company holds a strong commitment to nurturing diversity in artistic expression to the artist community. The Sundance Catalog will donate a portion of the proceeds from the grand opening weekend to Coyote Central, a non-profit that provides art workshops for youth.

Executive Director of Coyote Central Claudia Stelle said, "Over the past 30 years, Coyote Central has connected 20,000 young people with Seattle's rich community of artists and artisans, and we are honored to partner with Sundance Catalog as it brings new artists to the Seattle area."

The newest Sundance Store at University Village is one of three new stores to open across the country this year. For the past 30 years, Sundance Catalog's commitment to inspire creativity and individuality has served as a guiding principle for artists and designers to reach their creative vision, ultimately leading to the catalog's commercial success.

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SALT LAKE CITY (November 11, 2019) – a premier American lifestyle retailer of women's apparel, jewelry, footwear, accessories, art and home furnishings, is excited to announce the opening of its newest store in the Greater Cincinnati Tri-State area. The store, located in Kenwood, Ohio, will host its grand opening weekend celebration beginning on Thursday, November 14, 2019, with a ribbon-cutting at 4:00 pm.

The Kenwood Towne Centre store, at 7875 Montgomery Road, #77, Cincinnati, Ohio, is the first Sundance retail location to service the Greater Cincinnati metropolitan and tri-state area. Sundance CEO Matey Erdos shares, "We could not be more pleased to be opening our first store in one of the most rapidly growing metropolitan areas in the mid-west, one rich in culture and artistic diversity. With our growing and geographically diverse customer base, it is a delight to bring the beautiful Sundance retail experience to our loyal customers in the states of Ohio, Kentucky and Indiana.

"The Sundance vision embraces the spirit of creativity and fosters discovery," adds Erdos. "Sundance, casual, relaxed and artistic in its appeal, offers a unique platform for our artists and customer's alike, making this region a natural fit. Our Cincinnati store will aesthetically further that vision in an original and captivating way." One-of-a-kind pieces and items exclusive to Sundance will be the cornerstone of the product offering.

Following the vision of Sundance Catalog founder, acclaimed actor, director, and visionary Robert Redford, the company holds a strong commitment to nurturing diversity in artistic expression to the artist community. The Sundance Catalog will donate a portion of the proceeds from the grand opening weekend to ArtsWave, a nonprofit that funds and supports art projects and organizations through impact-based community grants.

"ArtsWave welcomes the Sundance retail store to Greater Cincinnati and is delighted to be its latest partner in advancing artistic vibrancy in local communities. ArtsWave and Sundance share a belief in the role of artists and the arts to bring people together, build empathy and tolerance, and give voice to our diverse cultural experiences," said Alecia Kintner, ArtsWave's president and CEO.

The newest Sundance Store at Kenwood Towne Centre is one of three new stores to open across the country this year, making a total of 17 in the fleet of stores. For the past 30 years, Sundance Catalog's commitment to the spirit of creativity and individuality has served as a guiding principle for artists and designers to reach their creative vision, ultimately leading to the catalog's commercial success.

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SALT LAKE CITY (September 17, 2019) – Sundance Catalog, a leading American aspirational lifestyle retailer of men's and women's apparel, jewelry, footwear, accessories and home furnishings, announces the opening of its newest retail location in San Antonio, Texas. The store, located at Quarry Village, will host its grand opening weekend celebration beginning on Thursday, September 19, 2019 with a ribbon cutting at 4:00 pm.

The Quarry Village store, located at 330 East Basse Road in San Antonio, is the third Sundance retail location to be opened in Texas. Sundance CEO Matey Erdos shares, "We are excited to be joining this vibrant community rich in culture and artistic expression. Sundance, casual, relaxed and artistic in its appeal, offers a unique platform for our artists and customer's alike, making San Antonio a natural fit."

"We take great pride in curating products that instill a sense of discovery and connection," Erdos continues. "The San Antonio store will provide an emotional connection between our beautiful products, the artists and our loyal customers, often fueled by an authentic story our customers cherish and share with others. An experience to be enjoyed by all."

Following the vision of Sundance Catalog founder, acclaimed actor, director, and visionary Robert Redford, the company holds a strong commitment to nurturing a diversity in artistic expression to the artist community. The Sundance Catalog will donate a portion of the proceeds from the grand opening weekend to the San Anto Cultural Arts organization.

Executive Director of San Anto Cultural Arts Ben Tremillo said, "As our organization seeks to build community, we look for partners that help strengthen our work and Sundance is an example of that collaborative partnership. We look forward to continued collaboration with the Sundance Catalog for years to come."

The newest Sundance Store at Quarry Village is one of three new stores to open across the country by the end of the year. For the past 30 years, Sundance Catalog's commitment to the spirit of creativity and individuality has served as a guiding principle for artists and designers to reach their creative vision, ultimately leading to the catalog's commercial success.

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SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (August 30, 2019) – Sundance Catalog, a leading American aspirational lifestyle retailer of premium-quality men's and women's apparel, artisan jewelry, footwear, accessories, and home furnishings, is celebrating 30 years of creative style and design since the catalog's first mailing. To commemorate the 30th anniversary, Sundance Catalog has introduced a limited-edition collection of one-of-a-kind and exclusive products, many inspired by the Sundance Resort itself where the catalog was founded.

What originated as a small general store at the base of Sundance Village in Utah's Wasatch Mountains, Sundance Catalog has since grown into an influential national brand where consumers from all over the country can embrace creativity and independent expression. Founded by acclaimed actor, director, and visionary Robert Redford, the Sundance Catalog now has more than 500 employees proudly serving customers across the country and offering premium-quality men's and women's apparel, artisan jewelry, footwear, accessories, and home furnishings.

For the past 30 years, Sundance Catalog's commitment to the spirit of creativity and individuality has served as a guiding principle for artists and designers to reach their creative vision, ultimately leading to the catalog's commercial success. Along with the exclusive handcrafted works of its dedicated artisan community, iconic heritage brands such as Frye, Pendleton Woolen Mills, Old Gringo, Quoddy, and Bed-Stu have also contributed to the distinctive catalog collection, which can be found at www.sundancecatalog.com/30years.

"This beautiful place called Sundance is where we create an emotional connection, between our curated products, our consumers, and our employees; an experience not found elsewhere. This emotional and authentic connection is the heart and soul of Sundance," says President and CEO, Matey Erdos. "As we say, the world today could use a little more Sundance."

In addition to the limited-edition collection, Sundance Catalog has launched a sweepstakes to win an all-expense-paid trip for two to the award-winning Sundance Mountain Resort. The winning Grand Prize Vacation Package includes round trip airfare, rental car and a three-night stay in one of the resort's luxurious Mountain Suites. Entries are accepted through October 19, 2019. Complete rules and instructions are available at www.sundancecatalog.com/sweepstakes.

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SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 13, 2018 - Sundance, a premier lifestyle retailer of women's and men's apparel, footwear, jewelry, accessories, art, and home décor, announces the opening of its newest store in Tucson, Ariz. This store, located at La Encantada, will host its grand opening weekend celebration beginning on Thursday, November 15, 2018.

The La Encantada store is located at 2905 East Skyline Drive in Tucson. It is an exciting area experiencing tremendous growth in both industry and culture. Sundance CEO Matey Erdos shares, "We are pleased to open our second Arizona retail store located at La Encantada in Tucson. Tucson is a vibrant and forward-thinking community, one rooted in heritage and rich in arts and culture. Sundance takes great pride in celebrating the spirit of freedom, independence and creativity. Tucson is a clear fit for the Sundance brand through our mutual appreciation for creative expression."

Erdos continues, "The Tucson store is a spectacular location that brings the beauty and authenticity of the Sundance lifestyle to life. We have created an experience that is not commonly found in the marketplace; an experience that is aspirational and artistic, guided by a strong sense of discovery, storytelling and conversation. The store is thoughtfully curated with the exclusive and quality product the brand is known for. By offering a distinctive shopping experience, one that is true to the brand, we are confident our loyal supporters will make it a great success."

Since 1989, Sundance has championed creativity and the arts. With a historical commitment to artisans, Sundance will donate a portion of the proceeds from the grand opening weekend to Tucson Arts Brigade, a local non-profit committed to participatory community arts with an emphasis on integrating sustainable design and facilitating inter-group opportunities for youth, elders, and adults alike. Erdos remarks, "Sundance supports the mission and work of the Tucson Arts Brigade. Since our inception, we embrace art communities and organizations who empower artists of all disciplines, and enable the individual expression of creativity through storytelling. We look forward to a longstanding relationship with the Tucson Arts Brigade."

The newest Sundance Store at La Encantada, the fourth to open in 2018, marks the fourteenth store in the company's fleet of stores. Since late 2015, Sundance has opened stores in Edina, Minn., Dallas, Texas, Southlake, Texas, Scottsdale, Ariz., Tigard, Ore., San Diego, Calif., Atlanta, Ga., Leawood, Kan., Nashville, Tenn., Deer Park, Ill., and Fairfax, Va. The company plans to expand its retail footprint over the next several years. One-of-a-kind pieces and Sundance exclusive items will continue as the cornerstones for product offerings.

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SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 12, 2016 - Sundance, a premier lifestyle retailer of women's and men's apparel, footwear, jewelry, accessories, art, and home décor, is pleased to celebrate 20 years since the Jewelry Catalog's first mailing.

Twenty years ago, the inaugural edition of the Sundance Jewelry Catalog dedicated to the artistry and beauty of jewelry making was created. Showcasing artisans and their craft from all over the world, the jewelry catalog quickly attracted loyal customers who appreciate the authenticity and originality of its collection. Two decades later, as Sundance continues to celebrate the community of jewelry artists who express their individual creativity through inspired use of mixed metals and gemstones, color and form, Sundance is renowned for the unique, yet timeless artisan pieces it offers.

To commemorate the 20th Anniversary, Sundance will introduce a limited edition collection of one-of-a-kind and exclusive pieces by some of today's premier jewelry artists. For the past 20 years, the Jewelry Catalog's commitment to the spirit of creativity and individuality has offered a unique platform for artists to reach their authentic creative vision, the core guiding value at Sundance.

In addition to the collection, Sundance will host two trunk shows at the Sundance Stores at Edina Galleria in Edina, MN and Bridgeport Village in Tigard, OR to commemorate the 20th anniversary. The trunk shows will feature long-standing Sundance artisan Jes MaHarry who will be showcasing her one-of-a-kind jewelry.

"From our beginnings in the mountains of Utah, to a beloved multi-channel national brand, we could not be more proud of celebrating this milestone with our most loyal customers," says President and CEO, Matey Erdos. "We take pride in curating exceptional and unique jewelry collections which embrace creativity and new discoveries for artisans and customers alike. These loyal relationships are the foundation of our success."

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SALT LAKE CITY, May 17, 2016 - Sundance, a premier lifestyle retailer of women's and men's apparel, footwear, jewelry, accessories, art, and home décor, is pleased to announce the opening of its newest store in Tigard, OR. This store, located in Bridgeport Village, will host its Grand Opening Weekend celebration beginning on Thursday, May 19, 2016.

Bridgeport Village is located outside of Portland, OR, a beautiful area, in a natural setting, experiencing tremendous growth in both industry and culture. CEO Matey Erdos explains, "We are excited to be joining this art-forward community. The Sundance heritage is one of celebrating artistic passion and independent spirit. There is an obvious fit for Sundance, given our mutual appreciation for inspiring creative expression and new discovery."

Erdos continues, "The Bridgeport Village store offers our customers a unique experience, one we are privileged to provide and one not commonly found elsewhere. Our thoughtfully designed store is artisan inspired, bringing the distinctive Sundance lifestyle to the culturally rich area. We are confident our loyal supporters will make it a great success."

With a historical commitment to artisan, Sundance will donate a portion of the proceeds from the Grand Opening Weekend to Vibe of Portland, a Portland-based organization working to emphasize art education. Their focus is to expose children to arts and music where these programs have been reduced or eliminated from their educational experience. Erdos explains, "We support the mission and work of Vibe, as we too believe everyone of any age deserves an opportunity for art education. Being exposed to this education empowers the great artists of the future."

The opening of the Bridgeport Village Sundance Store continues the company's recent retail expansion. Since August of 2015, Sundance has opened stores in the Galleria Edina in Edina, MN, NorthPark Center in Dallas, TX, Kierland Commons in Scottsdale, AZ, Southlake Town Square in Southlake, TX, and plans to expand their retail locations over the next several years. One-of-a-kind pieces and Sundance exclusive items will continue as the cornerstones for product offerings.

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SALT LAKE CITY, April 11, 2016 - Sundance, a premier lifestyle retailer of women's and men's apparel, footwear, jewelry, accessories, art and home décor, is excited to announce the opening of its newest store in Southlake, TX. This store, located in Southlake Town Square, will host its Grand Opening Weekend celebration beginning on Thursday, April 14, 2016.

Southlake Town Square is a unique, open-air shopping experience, showcasing beautiful water fountains and lush green parks. The center's lively, year-round calendar of events features talented artists of all types, including art festivals, making it an obvious fit for Sundance.

Sundance CEO Matey Erdos describes, "Our newest Sundance store at Southlake Town Square is truly a special place. With the center's commitment to providing a distinctive, art-driven experience, both in shopping and culture, we feel the Sundance heritage and lifestyle will resonate well in this community. Our beautifully designed store offers a unique experience with a strong sense of discovery and originality throughout."

Erdos continues, "For us, it is a privilege to curate distinctive and artisanal collections, many pieces of which are exclusive to Sundance. The Sundance vision embraces this independent and creative spirit. We are delighted to provide this experience to our loyal customers in the Southlake area, and are confident our new store will be a great success."

With a historical commitment to artisans, Sundance will donate a portion of the proceeds from the Grand Opening Weekend to the Creative Arts Center of Dallas, a North Texas-based non-profit committed to building community through art by cultivating creativity for 50 years. According to Erdos, "We support this organization's mission to provide a nurturing environment for creative expression. We are drawn to their fundamental idea of developing artistic vision at any level of skill or experience. These are the building blocks for the great artists of the future."

The opening of the Southlake Town Square Sundance Store continues the retail expansion previously forecasted by the company. Sundance recently opened stores in Scottsdale, AZ, Dallas, TX, and Edina, MN, and plans to expand their retail locations over the next several years. One-of-a-kind pieces pieces and Sundance exclusive items will continue as the cornerstones for product offerings.

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SALT LAKE CITY, March 1, 2016 - Sundance, a premier lifestyle retailer of women's and men's apparel and footwear, jewelry, accessories, art and home décor, is excited to announce the opening of its newest store in Scottsdale, AZ. The store, located in Kierland Commons, will host its Grand Opening celebration beginning on Thursday, March 3, 2016.

Kierland Commons is an upscale outdoor lifestyle shopping destination in scenic Scottsdale. The center's history as a community partner, with long-standing ties to local, community-minded non-profit organizations, makes it an obvious fit for Sundance.

Sundance CEO Matey Erdos describes, "Our newest Sundance store at Kierland Commons is truly a captivating experience. The new store design elevates the Sundance heritage and lifestyle, offering a strong sense of discovery and originality throughout."

Erdos continues, "For us, it is a privilege to curate distinctive and artisanal collections, many pieces of which are exclusive to Sundance. We are thrilled to provide this experience to our loyal customers in the Scottsdale area who have a strong affinity and loyalty towards Sundance. We are confident our new store will be a great success."

With its historical commitment to artisans, Sundance is donating a portion of the proceeds from the Grand Opening weekend to Scottsdale Artists' School, a Scottsdale-based non-profit committed to building community through art. According to Erdos, "We are drawn to the organization's like-minded dedication to artistic enrichment of the community. The commitment to developing skills in aspiring artists of all ages is inspiring. These are the building blocks for the great artists of the future."

The opening of the Scottsdale Sundance store marks the company's first of several retail stores to open in 2016. Sundance opened stores in Edina, MN and Dallas, TX in 2015 and plans to continue this growth over the next several years. One-of-a-kind pieces and items exclusive to Sundance will be the cornerstone of the product offering.

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SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 9, 2015 - Sundance, a premier lifestyle retailer of women's and men's apparel and footwear, jewelry, accessories, art and home decor, is excited to announce the opening of its newest store in Dallas, TX. The store, located in NorthPark Center, will host the Grand Opening celebration on Thursday, November 12, 2015.

NorthPark Center is known as both a premier shopping destination and a curator of distinguished art, displaying works from such heralded artists as Andy Warhol, Frank Stella and Joel Shapiro. Sundance CEO Matey Erdos explains, "We are thrilled to be joining NorthPark Center. There is an obvious fit for the Sundance brand through our mutual appreciation for and promotion of the art community."

Erdos continues saying, "We have a loyal following in Texas, valued customers who demonstrate a great affinity toward our brand. We are privileged to open our new store among such strong support and are confident it will be a great success."

With its historical commitment to artisans, Sundance is donating a portion of the proceeds from the Grand Opening weekend to The Creative Arts Center, a North Texas-based non-profit committed to building community through art. According to Erdos, "We are drawn to the organization's fundamental ideas of cultivating artistic vision at any level of skill or experience and providing an outlet for creative expression in a nurturing environment. These are the building blocks for the great artists of the future."

The opening of the NorthPark Center Sundance Store continues the retail expansion forecasted by the company earlier this year. Sundance opened a store in Edina, MN, in September and plans to continue this growth over the next several years. One-of-a-kind pieces and items exclusive to Sundance will be the cornerstone of the product offering.

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SALT LAKE CITY, Sept. 14, 2015 - Sundance, a premier lifestyle retailer of women's and men's apparel and footwear, jewelry, accessories, art and home decor, is excited to announce the opening of its newest store in Edina, MN. The store, located at Galleria Edina, will host the Grand Opening celebration on Thursday, September 17th 2015.

The opening of the Edina Sundance Store will mark the company's first of two new retail locations east of the Rocky Mountains in 2015, growing from its western roots. CEO Matey Erdos comments, "We are excited to launch our next phase of retail expansion with the opening of Galleria Edina. With our growing and geographically diverse customer base, we could not be more pleased to be presenting our newest retail experience in the mid-west. We have a loyal following in the Minneapolis area who demonstrate a great affinity towards the Sundance brand. We are confident our new store in Galleria Edina will be a great success."

The store design is artisan inspired, using reclaimed wood and artisan materials to promote the brand's heritage. Erdos adds, "The Sundance vision embraces the spirit of creativity and fosters new discovery. Our Edina store will aesthetically further that vision in an original and captivating way." One-of-a-kind pieces and items exclusive to Sundance will be the cornerstone of the product offering.

With its historical commitment to the artisan community, Sundance is donating a portion of the proceeds from the Grand Opening weekend to Urban Arts Academy, a Minnesota-based organization furthering youth art education. "It's critical to provide support for local arts and artisans. We look forward to following the growth of the young artists in this community and to celebrate their inspiring creations of tomorrow," says Erdos.

The company plans to continue its retail growth over the next several years with additional stores targeted across various locations nationwide.

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