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Waterside Shops Naples: Major Transformation & New Stores for 2026
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Waterside Shops - Naples Hosts Upcoming ST JOHN Trunk Show For Spring 2026 |
Here's a Little Something for the Fashionistas in Town. The Spring Trunk Show is Here and Happening This Weekend! Exclusive Preview From January 29th until February 1st! |
Come and take a look at the New Spring Line from ST JOHN. The Private Showing starts on January 29th and runs until February 1st. Discover your options on the new collection and pre-order your favorites! Book a one-on-one styling appointment Today.
More is happening at Waterside this Season. A bold new era is dawning for Waterside Shops Naples, the city's premier open-air luxury retail destination. The entire landscape of the Pelican Bay hotspot is changing, signaling a major reinvestment in its future.
The most visible change is the demolition of the former Nordstrom building. In its place, an ambitious new RH showroom and restaurant is set to rise, bringing a massive new presence to the center's footprint.
This move is part of a broader strategy to enhance the shopping and dining experience in Naples. Construction is also underway for Eddie V's Prime Seafood, a highly anticipated upscale restaurant taking over a former bank building. If you have ever been to an Eddie V's, you will know they have a superior quality in both their food and their service. I personally can't wait to go!
Loyal shoppers will see familiar brands in new spaces, with Williams-Sonoma and Pottery Barn relocating into a new two-level building expected to open by early 2026. Their former locations are making way for an expanded Christian Dior flagship, further cementing Waterside's status as a high-fashion hub.
This revitalization is creating a palpable buzz around the Naples luxury market. These developments represent the most significant makeover for Waterside Shops Naples in two decades, ensuring it remains a magnet for both discerning locals and visitors.
The transformation promises a modernized, more experiential atmosphere for all patrons. |

