Setting the Holiday Trends at Fashion Show Mall

The Holiday Mingle & Jingle event took place last week at Fashion Show and included two entertaining holiday-oriented runway shows from Banana Republic and Macy’s. Presented by Luxury Magazine, the event benefited four local charities. Yummy libations and light bites were available and impressive.

The runway show by Banana Republic featured velvet, tweed and ruffles. Looks were tailored and romantic. Meanwhile Macy’s featured sequins, jewel tones and plaid. Both shows were inspiring and readied watching fashionistas for the holidays.

Store Review: Banana Republic

On Thursday, September 10, also known as Fashion’s Night Out, Banana Republic hosted an exciting grand opening party for their new store concept at Fashion Show Mall. The event was also hosted by the ever-popular 944.com and helped to raise awareness of the local Las Vegas non-profit organization Aid for AIDS Nevada, as Banana Republic made a donation to the group. Complimentary cocktails and champagne were provided along with a DJ. Seen at this fashionable soiree were Melinda Sheckells, Managing Editor of 944 Las Vegas, Jason Feinberg, Fox 5 News Anchor and Las Vegas’ favorite stylist and Trend Editor for “MORE,” Joey Gonnello.

Attendees were presented with a Banana Republic store unlike any other. At the front entrance sits a boutique style room with ceiling-attached, hanging garment rods and a clean, minimal design. As one continues to enter further into the store, the experience is much like walking into a luxuriously oversize walk-in closet with a focus on the deep, dark wood of the interior. Think rich and welcoming.

To the left are three rooms filled with stylish menswear, while to the right are three rooms filled with classically tailored and fashionably trend-setting women’s pieces. Moving toward the back of the store, shoppers are greeted by a large room filled with men’s and women’s accessories and shoes, including two jewelry cases filled with gorgeous pieces. Mannequins are minimal, which complements the clean layout of the store. The few mannequins that are present, are exquisitely styled with outfits and accessories that tempt customers to leave the store with the identical look.

I left the event with Octagon Jewel Ring as featured below. While I loved just about everything at Banana Republic, and I say this as someone who rarely ever shops at BR, what I loved most were the accessories. The Banana is definitely stepping it up a notch. As I said to my friends, “The Banana is getting, like, all fashion-y.” And I mean it. My favorite pieces are featured below. The new store at Fashion Show Mall is located on the upper east level, near Betsey Johnson and across from Journey’s. Because of the impressive design of this particular brick and mortar, if you’re going to shop at a Banana Republic, this is the only one you should bother visiting. To visit any other would simply be settling for less.

All images are owned by Gap, Inc.

Las Vegas Fashion’s Night Out at Fashion Show Mall

Fashion’s Night Out, which takes place this Thursday, September 10,  is a global celebration of fashion designed to promote retail business, increase consumer confidence and satisfy the style cravings of fashionistas and shoppers.

While the official U.S. event launches in New York City on the first evening of New York Fashion Week, Las Vegas also celebrates Fashion’s Night Out with three events held at Fashion Show Mall, 3200 Las Vegas Blvd South. First, there is Banana Republic’s grand opening of their new store concept, which we previously blogged about. The event goes on from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm and benefits the local Las Vegas non-profit organization Aid for AIDS Nevada. Enjoy complimentary cocktails and a live DJ. Must be over 21 to attend. Banana Republic can be found on the upper east side of Fashion Show Mall.

Another event taking place is in the Grand Hall of Fashion Show Mall right on the runway from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Join Las Vegas journalist, columnist and Editor-in-Chief of “Vegas Magazine,” Kate Bennett, as she presents the top trends for Fall ’09, featuring stunning collections from Saks Fifth Avenue as they showcase their “Want It” trends. You won’t want to miss out! Enjoy high fashion, stylish ambiance, cocktails, light fare and a champagne reception hosted by Saks Fifth Avenue. Plus, enter to win a fabulous prize. RSVP via email to: rsvp@vegasmagazine.com Include your first and last name in your RSVP email.

Meanwhile at Neiman Marcus, take pleasure in complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres served in Designer Sportswear on Level Two and in Menswear Sportswear on Level One. There will also a Christian Louboutin Fall Trunk Show in the Ladies Shoe Salon and a Stefano Ricci Trunk Show in Men’s Clothing. Both shows take place on Level One. Look for psychic readings in Cosmetics on Level One and a Photo Booth in Contemporary Sportswear. Also in Contemporary Sportswear, benefit from Trend Styling Presentations from Alice & Olivia’s West Coast Merchandiser Jill Rouse.

Help to promote retail business and boost the Las Vegas economy while looking ever so-stylish and staying up with the trends. It’s a night every stylish shopper will want to experience. We’ll see you there!

Las Vegas Fashion’s Night Out
Thursday, September 10, 2009
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Fashion Show Mall
3200 Las Vegas Blvd South

Las Vegas Retail Event: Banana Republic Store Concept Grand Opening Party

Everyone in Las Vegas is invited to the Banana Republic Store Concept Grand Opening Party on September 10 from 6pm-8pm at the Banana Republic in Fashion Show Mall. Complimentary cocktails and a live DJ. Plus, you can enter to win a $500 Banana Republic shopping spree! More than a party, this event benefits AID for AIDS of Nevada.

To RSVP, email RSVP@CrossMarketingPR.com. Must be 21 or older to attend. See you there!