Detroit’s Somerset Collection
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An introduction to Somerset Collection shopping center just north of Detroit, Michigan.
Great cities are known for great shopping, and Detroit residents know that Somerset Collection in Troy, Michigan, is the place for high fashion and great dining in The Motor City.
Somerset has a unique design in that it straddles both sides of Big Beaver Road. An enclosed walkway connects the two large malls together. The Skywalk, as it is called, has moving walkways similar to many airports, and joins the second floors of the two buildings.
Easily reached by residents of Michigan and Ohio, Somerset is located north of Detroit, a few miles west of Interstate 75 in Troy. Take the Big Beaver Road exit # 69.
Shopping
Somerset has four anchor department stores, offering fine apparel from the best designers. Neiman Marcus and Saks Fifth Avenue are in the South building on two floors. Nordstrom and Macy’s occupy three floors each in the North building.
There are over 70 clothing stores for women, men and children, with favorites Victoria Secret, Abercrombie & Fitch and The Limited. There are also shops that are not found in other malls in the area, including Michael Kors, Anthropologie and Banana Republic.
The large selection of shoe and accessory stores includes Coach, Louis Vuitton and The Walking Company. Finding a prize for that special someone could be easy with 12 jewelry stores to choose from, including Tiffany and Swarovski.
The finest home furnishings can be found at Restoration Hardware, Pottery Barn and Crate and Barrel, along with a dozen other great retailers. Children will enjoy The Disney Store and Build-a-Bear Workshop, and Bose, Apple and the Sharper Image will supply your technology needs.
Dining
For full service upscale dining, Somerset has seven restaurants to choose from. In the South Building, PF Chang’s China Bistro, Brio Tuscan Grill and Bon Vie Wine Bar offer a wide variety of modern cuisine and libations.
The North Building offers The California Pizza Kitchen, J. Alexander’s and The Capitol Grille. McCormick and Schmick’s is located just outside the mall on the South Side.
For lighter meals, the North Building contains a food court, called the Peacock Café’s, where you will find a variety of choices. There are two Starbucks at Somerset, one in each building, so you are never far from a latte or pastry. You can also indulge your sweet tooth at other dessert shops in the mall.
Parking
Both buildings have ample outside parking lots, as well as covered parking garages. Valet parking is also available at reasonable prices.
Life’s necessities can found at just about any shopping center, but for the finest fashion and dining in an upscale atmosphere, the place to be in Detroit is Somerset Collection.
