Store Review: West Elm

It’s modern, contemporary furniture and home decor. At West Elm, you’ll find affordable, inspiring home designs. If you’re ready to upgrade your Ikea lifestyle (and if you’re in your 30s or above, you most likely are), then West Elm is your next step toward adulthood.

There’s only one West Elm store in Las Vegas and it’s located in Green Valley at The District. The store itself stands out in the outdoor shopping plaza with a facade that is aesthetically pleasing and a modern style entry door that is both appealing and slightly intimidating.

But set aside all apprehension, or you will miss out. Sales staff members are friendly and helpful and not at all pushy. Merchandising is beautifully set and awe inspiring. You may leave West Elm empty-handed, but you will not leave empty on ideas.

Prices are Ikea-esque, but West Elm quality and design is beyond compare. Get rid of your dorm room mentality and join the rest of us. West Elm is strictly for the grownups.

West Elm
The District at Green Valley Ranch
190 South Green Valley Parkway
702-263-5083
Open Mon-Sat 11am-8pm; Sun 11am-6pm

Las Vegas Shopping & Fashion Events: December 17-20

At Torrid at Meadows Mall
FREE Torrid Signature Tote
Purchase $75 or more at Torrid and receive their signature tote for free.
December 17-20

At DKNY Outlet at Premium Outlets
Save Additional 40% Off Entire Purchase
Begins December 17

At Talulah G. at Red Rock Station Casino
Meet Kippy’s Designer Bob Kipper
Click here for details on Kippy’s Bob Kipper Talulah G. store appearance.
December 19, 1 pm-7 pm
(I’ll be tweeting from the event in conjunction with Station Casinos. Follow @LollieShopping, @GoShopVegas and @StationCasinos.)

Las Vegas Shopping Events: December 10-12

At Neiman Marcus at Fashion Show
Meet LUZ Jewelry Designer Houman
Designer Houman makes a personal appearance in Precious Jewelry on Level One. 10 am-5pm.
December 10-11

Tom Ford Fragrance Event
Experience the latest collection of exclusive fragrances at this special event. Visit Cosmetics on Level One. 10 am-5pm.
December 11

At Galleria at Sunset
Meet singer Kristinia Debarge
This singer on the rise makes a store appearance at Wet Seal at 3:00 pm.
December 12

Nine West Black Friday

For Black Friday, Nine West is offering great savings in-store. Arrive early on Friday, November 27 and take advantage of purchasing the Bonfire, Polen, Husky and Mezmorize styles for 50% off until 11am. After 11am, the styles will be 30% off.

 

 

Nine West at Fashion Show Mall
Opens at 6 am for Black Friday
3200 Las Vegas Blvd South
702-693-4128

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 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!

Upcoming Las Vegas Shopping Events

Saks Fifth Avenue at Fashion Show Mall
Thursday, August 20 from 12 pm to 5 pm. The following events are on Level One.
Estée Lauder – Hot August Nights Evening Makeup Event
CHANEL – Eyes That Shine
Lancôme – Take Over Your Makeover Event

Monday, August 24 from 12 pm to 3 pm on Level Two
Dolce and Gabbana Event – Informal modeling

Neiman Marcus
Friday, August 21 from 10 am to 4 pm on Level Two
Donna Karan Focus Day – View Donna Karan Fall 2009 collection Designer Sportswear

Retailers: To have your event included on this website, contact info@goshopvegas.com.

Las Vegas Shopping Event: Giuseppe Zanotti Design