Valentine’s Day Edition – The Forum Shops Fashion Briefs

LOVE IS IN THE AIR AT THE FORUM SHOPS THIS VALENTINE’S DAY: What better way to show your sweetheart (or yourself) that you care this Valentine’s Day than with a special little something from The Forum Shops at Caesars? The perfectly-alluring gift can be found at La Perla. New arrivals include the Cuir & Dentelle Baby Doll, Jean Paul Gaultier has collaborated with La Perla once again for an exclusive inspiring “Collection Createur” that brings a combination of materials from leather, Leavers lace and ruffles. A favorite pick – the Vintage Limited Babydoll set a short babydoll in silk with lace detailing and scalloped edges and a matching adjustable thong. Looking for something sweet for your sweetheart? Vosges Haut Chocolat has the just the playful treat – it’s A Game of Chocolate Masquerade for two. Chocolate, monarch-carved masks are elegantly presented with a guided chocolate tasting, an aphrodisiac menu with recipes, and pearl dust for making champagne elixirs, a tickling feather and a few more surprises. Celebrate Valentine’s Day in style at Anne Fontaine’s Hold On To the Love event on Saturday, February 12. Enjoy decadent chocolate while coveting Anne’s romantic handbags and accessories for Valentine’s Day. Receive a red enameled bracelet as a gift with purchase of $250 or more. This Valentine’s Day, as sweet as chocolate, is Judith Ripka’s hot Valentine’s Day gift picks. Dazzling sterling silver pieces including the Fontaine Necklace, Twin Heart Necklace, Romance Bracelet, Heart Ring and stunning Athena Bracelet can be found at Judith Ripka inside The Forum Shops. For a fun and flirty gift, new this season is the Sprinkle collection at Agent Provocateur. The spotted, chiffon Sprinkle line has a 60’s feel. Also starting this month, Agent Provocateur will carry a more extensive line of bridal lingerie that’s perfect for any bride to be. Discover the scent of romance with CH Carolina Herrera’s new enticing and elegant candles in scents including jasmine, china, and eau de fleur perfume. Make his Valentine’s Day one he’ll never forget with a variety of cologne sets from Tommy Bahama. There’s a refreshing 2-piece cologne set and Men’s Leather Flask and Bottle Opener Set – this is Tommy Bahamas’ idea of an “emergency kit” — a leather-wrapped, stainless steel flask and a multipurpose tool with bottle opener. The tool also includes a pocket knife and flashlight.

FORUM SHOPS FASHION FORWARD TIP: Spring is right around the corner so get ready to welcome warmer weather and rock out fabulous Resort Wear fashions. Forum Shops retailers including; Gucci, Ferragamo, Burberry, Dior and Michael Kors are showcasing their best resort wear trends. Be bold with Gucci’s resort collection including acid brights, mixed, clashing prints and a new twist on the nautical look showcasing red, white and black instead of navy. It’s all about glamour and elegance at Ferragamo with a look reminiscent of 30’s Hollywood chic. Stunning silk draped floor-length gowns, wide-legged trousers, and long blazers with plenty of silk, crystal and sequins are in this season. Outerwear gets a fresh take at Burberry with fashions evoking a feeling artisanal craftsmanship with a playful sense. Everything is cheerful and bright at Dior with color-blocked caftans, cotton pique shirts with bow necklines and swingy, drop-waist dresses. Michael Kors took inspiration from a trip to Australia for his resort season collection –sporty yet sophisticated using fluorescents, zebra prints and scuba-influenced silhouettes. For the perfect resort tote – Tory Burch has the Natural Selection. This season’s bags are all about natural and earthy materials featuring bold pops of color, rope and gold.

HUBLOT AND FERRARI – A LEGENDARY LUXURY ALLIANCE: The fusion of two luxury brands, watchmaker Hublot has become the official watchmaking
partner with Ferrari. To celebrate this recently announced partnership, Hublot will present
exclusive time pieces at their Forum Shops boutique, February 3-5 from 10 a.m. to midnight.
A complete staff of Hublot experts including Hublot of America Sales Director Michael Margolis will be on hand to offer information about this unparalleled collaboration. To schedule an interview, contact the store directly at 702-489-9444.

SOAK UP THE GLAMOUR AT SHOP M•A•C: Attention M•A•C shoppers, join in on the supermarket-style mayhem with spring shades in every aisle and giveaways galore during the M•A•C Pro event on Feb. 3 and 4 from 1 p.m. – 8 p.m. Listen up during the event each day as a special surprise guest will be dishing up beauty advice and announcing specials storewide. Pick up a new color collection this month at M•A•C.

FENDI TO OPEN SECOND BOUTIQUE IN THE FORUM SHOPS: Synonymous with luxury and the eternal symbol of superior quality, FENDI is opening a second boutique inside The Forum Shops this month. The 3,000 square-foot space will be the first U.S. boutique to house an exclusive stand-alone Shoe Salon, located within the boutique entrance. The intimate Shoe Salon will be illuminated by a custom created chandelier and will offer a central seating area providing premium viewing of the latest FENDI shoe collections. As the second FENDI space within The Forum Shops – something found nowhere else – this new boutique will enhance the original offering by carrying a full collection of Ready-to-Wear and fur, handbags, accessories and shoes. The most unique quality of this innovatively designed boutique is its homage to the Italian architectural marvel, the Pantheon. Crafted in Rome and imported to the U.S., the entire ceiling of the boutique replicates the dome of the inspiring Roman Pantheon. Using traditional Italian techniques, highly trained artisans and the finest materials, the coffered ceiling is a perfectly symmetrical dome, as tall as it is wide – a strategic design to symbolize the heavens. The oculus is specifically engineered to allow light to move through the space as the earth rotates, a visual representation and reminder of the Gods above. As a historical Italian symbol of faith, design and culture, the Pantheon dome within the FENDI boutique is a testament to FENDI’s core brand values of craftsmanship and tradition.

HUDSON JEANS PHOSPHORESCENT INVASION AT SCOOP NYC: Scoop NYC will host a special event to launch HUDSON’s new LouLou jean at Scoop NYC inside The Forum Shops on February 12th from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The event will feature DJ Rob Rob and cocktails from Bacardi. The LouLou jean, inspired by the iconic “Le Smoking” tuxedo but with a neon twist, will be available exclusively at Scoop NYC this month. HUDSON Jeans, the iconic brand that combines British cool and LA ease, has created a new fit that embodies an effortless, chic, tailored, skinny silhouette with an all-important flash of color. Sporting a racing stripe stitched down the side, the LouLou will be unveiled in three colors: navy with phosphorescent orange, burgundy with phosphorescent pink, and olive with phosphorescent yellow, all of which glow under an ultraviolet light.

P. J. CLARKE’S AND ABSINTHE OFFER DINNER AND A SHOW: P.J. Clarke’s, the quintessential American Saloon and Absinthe, the show for adults featuring a fantastical blend of carnival and spectacle have teamed up to offer an unforgettable evening. Make an exciting night of it and enjoy dinner at P.J. Clarke’s and Absinthe. With prices starting at $86.90 (inclusive of show ticket), enjoy a three-course dinner featuring an appetizer choice of either Classic Caesar Salad or French Onion Soup, entrée selections include free-range Chicken Pot Pie, P.J. Clarke’s famous and award-winning Hamburger Deluxe (choice of: Simply on a Bun, Cheddar or American, ‘Cadillac’ Country bacon & American Cheese) or Skirt Steak Frites. Top the meal off with a dessert of P.J.’s famous Bread Pudding with Bourbon Crème Anglaise. Then it’s off to the show, Absinthe features wild and outlandish acts in a theatre-in-the-round presentation suitable for all seasons. Audiences are treated to a night of imagination and excess with performances that amaze and inspire.