By Judy Thorburn
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Superdry Unveils First Store in Las Vegas
Superdry USA, a retail brand with British retail roots, debuted its first-ever 2,000 square-foot clothing store in Las Vegas at the Fashion Show Mall on March 21, marking the brands fifth store location in the United States. In 2009, Superdry USA opened its flagship store in Manhattan and has since expanded in U.S. markets including Los Angeles, San Francisco and New Jersey.
Superdry
A fashion fusion of British tailoring, vintage Americana style, and hand-drawn Japanese inspired graphics, the concept was the brainstorm of James Holder and Julian Dunkerton in 2003 that began with five men’s t-shirts following an inspirational trip to Tokyo. Since then Superdry has grown internationally and is sold in over 30 countries around the world. The brand is recognized by its cutting edge products, precise attention to details, and accessible price points.
Not only does the American heritage manifest itself in the clothes, it can be seen throughout the store’s design elements such as exposed brick, reclaimed oak walls from Pennsylvania, old railroad tracks, jam jar chandeliers, and more.
The collection fuses aesthetic sportswear with vintage flair and preppy accents and offers signatures styles including hand-drawn graphic t-shirts, rugged plaid and lumberjack shirts, motorcycle leather bombers, cargo pants and a women’s Vintage Thrift collection.
Superdry Storefront
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Superdry chandelier
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Superdry Store
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Superdry store interior
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Superdry store interior
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Crafted with the precise details and progressive techniques synonymous with the brand’s iconic leather Brad Jacket, the Spring/Summer 2011 collection remains true to its vintage Americana heritage.
Influenced by rugged motorcycle and aviation bombers, the fabric of Superdry USA’s Limited Jackets range from technical nylons to waxed cottons to lightweight leathers including the brand’s iconic leather Brad Jacket, as well as Scrambler and Technical Windcheater Jacket styles.
Signature pieces including lumberjack shirts, hand-drawn graphics on the tin tab tees and hoods, knits, polos, and lightweight jackets are showcased in new, sun-washed spring shades.
For Spring/Summer 2011, the range of men’s and women’s hand made leather boots from Portugal is expanded to feature exciting new rugged leather and suede styles. The launch of rugged well worn canvas footwear feature unexpected pops of color with bright rubber soles for both men and women. Accessories include utilitarian belts in canvas and leather, neon sporty watches, as well as functional yet fashionable messenger bags.
Bradley Cooper
Camilla Belle
Josh Duhamel
Kristen Stewart
Additional recent and upcoming “happenings” in and around Las Vegas include:
Thursday evening, March 24, the final preliminary round of the Miss Knockout competition to find MGM Grand’s official 2011 boxing ring girls took place at Studio 54 inside MGM Grand. Fifteen sexy, bikini-clad ladies entered the contest, each eager for the chance to make it to the grand final competition on Thursday, March 31.
The judges tallied up their scores and the crowd enthusiastically casted their vote for the “people’s choice” award. Lucky ladies Brittany Jenee, Kristin Ratatori, Marisa Rivera, Jessica Buehler and Stacy Alexander were announced as the finalists to move on to the grand finale competition where they will have the opportunity to compete for the official Miss Knockout title, a $5,000 prize, an official contract with MGM Grand and a VIP party with their friends at Studio 54 after every boxing match. Alexander took away the coveted People’s Choice award, and the ladies expressed their gratitude as they waved and blew kisses to the fans and judges.
All of the winners from the four preliminary rounds will gather Thursday, March 31 at Studio 54 for the final competition and the chance to be one of the three lucky ladies crowned Miss Knockout.
James Beard award-winning Chef Michel Richard will bring a version of his popular Washington D.C restaurant to Las Vegas. Central 24/7 by Michel Richard is scheduled to open in late summer of 2011 and will occupy the current Augustus Café space adjacent to the iconic Caesars Palace hotel lobby. The 9,600 square-foot restaurant, Central 24/7 will seat approximately 300 guests in total including an outdoor patio terrace and will offer a 24-hour dining experience daily highlighting breakfast, lunch and dinner selections. The restaurant also will feature a large lounge complete with full bar including several beers on tap and a specialty cocktail menu.
The Golden Nugget has extended headlining entertainer Gordie Brown’s contract for a multi-year deal. Brown’s critically acclaimed show has been embraced by audiences with standing ovations since February 5, 2009. Brown is the permanent Headliner in the recently transformed Gordie Brown Showroom.
The 37th Annual UNLVino® to benefit UNLV’s hospitality student scholarship will kick off on March 31 from 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m., with Bubble-Licious, hosted for the first time at Crystals at CityCenter. Known as Nevada’s largest and oldest wine festival, UNLVino is comprised of three major events from March 31 to April 2 that are held at Crystals at CityCenter, the pool at The Mirage and Paris Las Vegas. Felix Rappaport, President and COO of The Mirage and former Lifestyles of the Rich & Famous host Robin Leach will be honored with the Dom Pérignon Award of Excellence. Every year, the famed fundraiser delivers memorable evenings full of extraordinary champagnes, premium sake, world-class wines, award-winning cocktails and handcrafted beer. Tickets are $75 in advance and $100 at the door. Over 100 premium sakes will be presented by Japanese Brew Masters on Friday, April 1, from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. amidst the tropical pleasures of the exquisitely landscaped Mirage pool. Samplings of Asian culinary delicacies will add to the adventure and your palate with the sensations of sake. Tickets are $50 in advance and $75 at the door. The Grand Tasting wraps up this year’s UNLVino on Saturday, April 2, 2011 from 7:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. at the Paris Las Vegas. The world’s best vintners promise a huge portfolio of international wines plus there are award winning cocktails and craft beers. It’s an unparalleled wine-classic fundraiser to support the UNLV College of Hotel Administration scholars program. Tickets are $75 in advance and $100 at the door.
Motown legends, The Temptations, will perform at The Orleans Showroom, April 1st, 2nd and 3rd. Showtime each evening is 8 p.m. Tickets start from $34.95, plus tax and convenience fees.
The spring season of ArtBeat presented by Target will kick off with a performance by one of the world’s most exciting ukulele players, 33 year old Hawaii native Jake Shimabukuro, Friday, April 1 at 8 p.m. at the Henderson Events Plaza, 200 S. Water Street, in the Water Street District. Admission is complimentary.
On Saturday, April 2nd The Village, Lake Las Vegas and the new Ravella Hotel will host the first Wine Walk - The White Affair, an event that showcases local restaurant's cuisine paired with all white wines, cocktails, sake and beers from Wirtz Beverage Nevada.
Even the cuisine you will be sampling will be mostly white in color, sample specialty items from our restaurant partners; Bernard's Bistro, Sonrisa Grill,
Rocky Mountain Chocolates, Rick's Cafe, Roy's, Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, The Melting Pot, Ravella Cafe and The Auld Dubliner.
Additionally guests are invited to get into the theme and come dressed in white. Those that do will be entered into a drawing to win free prizes throughout the evening. Entertainers from popular shows on the Las Vegas Strip will volunteer their time to help pour wine and cocktails. They include the gentlemen from Thunder from Down Under, the ladies of Fantasy Girls, Doug Starks as Sammy Davis Jr. from The Rat Pack, John Pandon from Sin City Comedy and more. Live music by PHAT STRAD, a silent auction and fireworks at 9:00PM are all part of the festivities included in the ticket price. Wine Walk, The White Affair is Saturday, April 2nd from 4:00PM to 8:00PM in the Florentine Garden and Celebration Plaza in THE VILLAGE at LAKE LAS VEGAS. Advance tickets are on sale at www.WineWalkLV.com for $50 per person or $60 at the door. An After Glow party will follow The White Affair; tickets are an additional $25 and the after event concludes at 10 p.m.
ArtBeat presented by Target is Henderson’s signature cultural arts series, held Friday evenings during the spring and fall. This year, the event will feature a new art and music experience. Beginning at 5 p.m., guests will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of local musicians, bands and choral groups performing prior to the featured ArtBeat act. In addition, various painters, sculptors, craftsmen and other artists and exhibitors will be displayed at the Henderson Events Plaza.
Comme Ça at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas introduces “View Thursdays,” the Strip’s premier weekly lounge event on Thursday, April 7. Sponsored by the country’s leading importer of fine wines and spirits, Moet-Hennessy, and the award-winning Grand Marnier Liqueur, View is an intimate patio party that will begin at 10 p.m. every Thursday.
Comme Ça’s patio
“We want to offer our local guests an exquisite evening on our amazing patio with great cocktails. The patio will be an exclusive place where they can find a weekly escape to enjoy the breathtaking views of this great city.” says Comme Ça founder and chef David Myers. View will treat Las Vegas locals to drink specials from Comme Ça’s 18A bar program by renowned mixologist Sam Ross, along with specialty Grand Marnier cocktails. Ladies that come in groups of six or more will receive a complimentary bottle of sparkling rosé champagne
Golden Rainbow, a local HIV/AIDS nonprofit, is accepting admissions for the 25th annual “Ribbon of Life” fundraising spectacular now through Friday, April 8. Submissions will be accepted through hand delivery, mail and e-mail. All singers, dancers, performers, artists and choreographers are invited to showcase their best original numbers for a chance to participate in one of the greatest shows of the year. The 25th annual“Ribbon of Life” fundraising production will take place at 1 p.m. on Sunday, June 26 at Paris Théâtre. Submissions may include solo, duet, small cast (fewer than 10 performers) and large cast or montage acts. For a complete list of guidelines and the submission form, please visit the Golden Rainbow website.
Actor and comedian Dana Carvey will bring his comedy act to The Orleans Showroom, April 16 and 17, each evening at 8 p.m. Tickets start at $54.95, plus tax and convenience fees.
The City of Henderson has selected Ethel M Chocolates, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year, as the honorary grand marshal for the 2011 Henderson Heritage Parade, Saturday, April 16 at 10 a.m. The local manufacturer will be recognized for their history of dedicated service, for being an active community partner, conservationist and unique attraction in Henderson. Jennifer Gudgel, Director of Gourmet Chocolate, will represent Ethel M, leading more than 100 parade entries dressed to the theme, “Henderson – Chocolatiers for 30 Years”, down a mile-long route through the historic Water Street District.
For the sixteenth year, the California Hotel and Casino (The Cal) will be the host location of some of the most exquisite orchids in the country at the Cymbidium Orchid Show April 15, 6 and 17 in the Ohana Ballroom. Organized in the spirit fellowship and competition, the Torrance Cymbidium Society and the Las Vegas Orchid Society members will come together to display more than a dozen different species of the tropical flower in extravagant arrangements. A panel of professional judges will evaluate and award the displays on Friday, April 15.
The public is invited to attend the free event to admire the lavish arrangements and learn about the horticultural aspects of growing orchids. Show times are as follows: April 15 from noon to 5 p.m.; Saturday, April 16 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday, April 17 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Celebrity sightings:
Tuesday night, March 22…
Pop star Wynter Gordon hosted at LAVO. She dined at the Italian eatery before heading up to the nightclub.
Wynter Gordon
Photo credit: Al Powers
Wynter Gordon performing
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Spotted checking out LAVO’s industry night: acclaimed DJ Afrojack and rapper Omarion
Comedian Louie Anderson had a surprise birthday celebration during his show with several of his closest family and friends surprising him on-stage. Among them were comedians Marty Allen, Pam Matteson, Cliff Lawrence and Seth Grabel. He also had a surprise from his producer Joe Sanfellipo and Manager Ahmos Assan who both flew in town.
From left to right: Anthony Padilla, Seth Grabel, Louie Anderson, Marty Allen, Ahmos Assan, Margaret Sanfellipo, Pam Matteson, Cliff Lawrence, Joe Sanfellipo and Judy Alberti
Wednesday, March 23…
Lovebirds Brad Womack and Emily Maynard from the latest season of “The Bachelor” and Brad’s twin brother Chad Womack and his wife were spotted shopping at Volcom inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
Singer/actress Debbie Gibson spotted enjoying dinner at Strip House at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
Singer Rye Rye performed her hit song “Sunshine” at LAVO. She dined at the Italian eatery, then headed up to the DJ booth where she danced before taking the stage.
Rye Rye
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Rye Rye performs
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Rye Rye
Photo credit: Al Powers
Thursday, March 24 Pop superstar Lady Gaga surprised guests with a special performance of “Born This Way” at Krave nightclub inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino.
Friday night, Ronnie Ortiz-Magro, of the hit MTV reality series “Jersey Shore”, along with 10 of his friends, hit up LAX Nightclub at Luxor Hotel and Casino for a Spring Break blowout.
Ronnie Ortiz-Magro
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Ronnie Ortiz-Magro
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Kourtney Kardashian hosted a bachelorette party for her girlfriend from college, Alison Shulman.
Melissa Monaco, Kourtney Kardashian and Alison Shulman
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Kourtney Kardashian toasts bachelorette Alison Shulman
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Entourage star Adrian Grenier was also spotted at TAO.
Recording artist Flo Rida enjoyed a late-night dinner at the increasingly famous eatery, Sugar Factory American Brasserie at Paris Las.
Flo Rida indulges in Sugar Factory American Brasserie’s King Kong Sundae.
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Flo Rida shops at the flagship Sugar Factory retail store at Paris Las Vegas.
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Flo Rida sips on Sugar Factory’s Lollipop Passion cocktail
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Boxers Yunier Dorticos, Yudel Jhonson and Yordanis Despaigna were spotted at Marquee. Dorticos and Jhonson celebrated winning their bouts earlier in the night at the fight at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas by taking in the sounds of the EC Twins.
Also spotted at Marquee was model, singer and Internet sensation Jeffree Star.
2nd from left Yunier Dorticos friend Yudel Jhonson and Yordanis Despaigna at Marquee
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Saturday, March 26, Kendra Wilkinson of “Dancing with the Stars” Season 12 partied all afternoon long as she kicked off the start of the pool season at Wet Republic. Kendra arrived at the Las Vegas hotspot with her family and friends including, brother Colin Wilkinson and close friend/assistant Eddie Bochniak.
Actress Vanessa Hudgens, along with her small entourage, including her mother, celebrated the release of her movie “Sucker Punch” at PURE Nightclub inside Caesars Palace.
Vanessa Hudgens
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Vanessa Hudgens
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Earlier that evening Hudgens was seen dining at Social House inside Crystals at CityCenter with her supposed new beau and The Kids Are All Right actor, Josh Hutcherson. The two, amongst the group, were spotted inside the private dining room.
Also spotted partying at PURE Nightclub was celeb blogger, Nik Richie and wife Shayne Lamas playing host for a combined bachelor and bachelorette party for her father and actor Lorenzo Lamas and his 23 year old fiancée Shawna Craig.
Kourtney Kardashian hosted the second night of a Las Vegas bachelorette weekend for a college friend with dinner at TAO. The women dined at the Asian hot spot before making their way to Marquee Nightclub.
Actress Brenda Song also dined at TAO.
Adrian Grenier and friends feasted under TAO’s famed Buddha before heading up to TAO Nightclub to take in the sounds of DJ Five.
Playmates Alison Waite and Stacy Fuson were seen enjoying dinner at Cabo Wabo Cantina inside Miracle Mile Shops at Planet Hollywood. Joined by three friends, Waite and Fuson signed autographs and took photos with fans while they danced to music at Sammy Hagar's Las Vegas cantina.
Stacy Fuson (left) and Alison Waite (right) with Sugar Factory Couture Pops at Cabo Wabo Cantina.
"Twilight" Wolf Pack members, Tinsel Korey, Kiowa Gordon and Bronson Pelletier, had a birthday celebration at Sugar Factory American Brasserie at Paris Las Vegas on Saturday night. The werewolf group perused the retail shop before heading upstairs to Chateau Nightclub & Gardens.
The excited wolf pack actors spotted actor Stephen Dorff sitting at a nearby table and posed for photos with the “Blade” star.
Asher Roth and a group of friends dined at Sugar Factory American Brasserie on Saturday night.
“Twilight” wolf pack actors Kiowa Gordon (L), Tinsel Korey (C) and Bronson Pelletier (R) shopping at Sugar Factory at Paris Las Vegas.
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“Twilight” wolf pack actors Tinsel Korey (L), Kiowa Gordon (C) and Bronson Pelletier (R) with birthday cakes at Sugar Factory American Brasserie.
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Stephen Dorff indulges in an ice cream sundae at Sugar Factory American Brasserie at Paris Las Vegas.
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Asher Roth shops for candy at Sugar Factory at Paris Las Vegas.
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GRAMMY® award-winning David Guetta, along with his wife Cathy debuted their global party sensation F*** Me I’m Famous! with an extravagant launch event at LAX Nightclub inside Luxor Hotel and Casino.
In conjunction with the launch, international socialite Cathy Guetta celebrated her birthday. During David’s set, he stopped the music to wish his beautiful wife a “Happy Birthday as the dancers presented her with a five-foot red and pink cake covered with hearts, lips and disco balls.
Cathy Guetta
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