Style Scoop
Spooky Style: Fashion design students from the International Academy of Design and Technology Las Vegas will have their Halloween couture displayed from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Oct. 27 in the stagebox near the Great Hall at Fashion Show mall. Students have created costumes inspired by fashion’s biggest names, including Valentino, Alexander McQueen, Chanel, Dior and Versace. There will also be a Halloween Couture runway show at 2 p.m. Oct. 29.
Rain on Me: Rain Cosmetics is launching at Skins 6|2 at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas and celebrating with an event from 7 to 8 p.m. Friday at Skins. Miss USA Alyssa Campanella hosts the event. One hundred percent of sales that day from Suite Lip Therapy will benefit Susan G. Komen For the Cure of Southern Nevada. Attendees are invited for makeup applications, photo opportunities with Miss USA and to shop for the cause.
Slip it On: Join the Palazzo, Luxury Las Vegas magazine and Mix 94.1 for an evening of charity benefiting Assistance League of Las Vegas from 6 to 8 p.m. today at Azure Luxury Pool at the Palazzo. A pair of new school-age children’s athletic shoes is your ticket into the party. All shoes and proceeds help fill the racks for Operation School Bell. RSVP to carrie.giverson@palazzolasvegas.com.
Forever in Fashion: Forever 21 announced a capsule collection with jewelry designer Alex & Chloe for Holiday 2011 that will launch in December. The 12-piece collection for men and women was influenced by punk and goth elements and accented with geometric shapes, spikes, pears and crystals. The store also collaborates with L.A.-based designer Rory Beca for Holiday 2011. The 18-piece collection was inspired by the disco glam of legendary nightclub Studio 54.
Beauty Bonanza: Donate $1 to Breast Cancer Research Fund at Ulta Beauty stores and register to win a beauty bag of pink products, valued at $598. One winner per store will be chosen. Those who make a contribution of $10, receive their choice of a pink ribbon umbrella or pink ribbon cosmetic bag.
Perfect Scents: Thomas Saujet, president of Hanae Mori Parfums, will appear at Nordstrom from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27 to meet clients and sign bottles of new Hanae Mori Parfums No. 4. Part of the proceeds benefit the National Breast Cancer Coalition Fund.
Sak it to Me: For Saks Fifth Avenue’s annual Key to the Cure campaign, Jennifer Hudson will serve as the ambassador. Elie Tahari created a limited edition T-shirt to benefit Key to the Cure that will retail for $35 at Saks stores. Get Fit for the Cure from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. today in the intimates department. Receive a complimentary fitting in a Wacoal or b.tempt’d bra from a Wacoal fit specialist. For every woman who participates, Wacoal will donate $2 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure for breast cancer research and community outreach programs. Plus, receive a leopard tote with your $80 Wacoal purchase. For more information, call 733-8300. Check out the European designer fur trunk show today through Sunday and a fur restyle clinic today only. Call 967-1247 for an appointment. It’s the made-to-measure men’s event from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. today. Call 967-1272 for an appointment.
New Look: Sephora treats breast cancer fighters and breast cancer survivors to a complimentary makeover during the month of October. There is no purchase necessary. When calling 733-0722 to schedule an appointment, mention “Sephora loves pink ribbons” for this special offer.
Newly Wed: For the second year, BRIDES magazine is harnessing the power of wedding spending to raise money to bring happily-ever-afters to those in need. Throughout October, BRIDES WHITE HOT HOPE philanthropic program will encompass coast-to-coast activities that will benefit Operation Smile and Dress for Success. A complete list of events can be found at whitehothope.com.
Fountain of Hope: All money tossed into the fountain at Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood in October will benefit the Southern Nevada affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. The fountain will display a pink color between regularly scheduled water shows.
Think Pink: The Forum Shops at Caesars is offering its exclusive Simon Pink Ribbon Gift Card for purchase to benefit Komen for the Cure this October. For every gift card purchased, $1 is automatically donated. Additionally, shoppers who wear pink during October can get a special VIP shopping booklet with exclusive offers and discounts at the Concierge Centers.
Good Cause: Las Vegas Premium Outlets is teaming with Susan G. Komen for the Cure to support breast cancer awareness, outreach, research and treatment programs in its local community. During October, shoppers can visit the onsite information center to donate $10 and then shop at the onsite Premium Outlets Pink Event. For each donation of $10 or more, shoppers get a special savings card with deals from participating merchants. All proceeds benefit the Southern Nevada affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
It’s an Honor: SpaFinder Inc., the global spa and wellness resource, has named Qua Baths & Spa at Caesars as the recipient of multiple accolades in the 2011 SpaFinder Readers’ Choice Awards. The spa was named among the top 10 in the world for Best Casino Hotel Spa, Best Interior Design and Best Luxury, among others.
Suit Up: La Isla Uniforms, the largest uniform store in Nevada, has launched Las Vegas Tactical, a 5.11 Tactical concept store. The new store specializes in law enforcement, EMT, military and security uniform gear as well as hunting and camping gear.
Haute Home: The Roberto Cavalli Group has signed a license agreement to enter the home sector. Products will range from furniture to furnishing accessories, ceramics to wallpaper, textiles to porcelain. Collections will be shown in 2012.
Spaaah: Ravella at Lake Las Vegas is giving happy hour a makeover with its Sip & Spa Thursdays, a weekly ladies’ event from 6 to 8 p.m. every Thursday at The Spa at Ravella. Each week, The Spa will feature a fun new duo like Martinis & Manicures, Mojitos & Makeovers, and more.
Gorgeous Grin: Smiles for Survivors, a nonprofit organization dedicated to raising awareness of cancer treatments’ impact on oral health, is holding its inaugural Blow Out Breast Cancer fundraising event from 6 to 10 p.m. today at Square Colour Salon + Spa. There will be salon treatments, food, champagne, live music and a silent auction. Tickets range from $20-$70, depending on salon services.
Haute Home: Las Vegas Design Center brings back its Design Center 101 tours from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Saturday and Nov. 5 at the Las Vegas Design Center at World Market Center. It’s open to the public and offers the largest selection of fine home furnishings and decor in the city. Call 599-3093 for more information and to RSVP.
Playing Games: Shapewear designer Nancy Ganz has combined her experience in the worlds of fashion and business to create Fashion Fantasy Game, an innovative online platform that allows teens to design, create and manage their own clothing lines and virtual boutiques. It offers monthly contests and real-world opportunities. Start playing at fashionfantasygame.com.
