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The number 150 is generally accepted as the maximum friend count you can reasonably maintain before your capacity to keep track of them is strained. Known as “Dunbar’s Number,” it’s held fast since it was pinpointed in the 1990s— ostensibly because your social network may have grown, but your brain likely hasn’t. So what would you say if one of your thousands of virtual friends asked if she could photograph you in your house? And maybe
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even stay with you? That’s precisely what photographer Tanja Hollander did in 2011 when she set out to photograph her 626 Facebook friends. Over six years, the project became a documentary on the meaning of friendship, communication, and travel in the 21st century. Finally landing at the Massachusetts Museum of Contemporary Art, “Are You Really My Friend?” records her journey through 451 portraits taken in 12 countries, 34 states, 180 cities
and towns, through a hurricane in Texas and terror attacks in Paris— covering 203,206 miles in all. At least a half dozen trips crisscrossed through Las Vegas, where she’s completed commissioned portraits (more are on the way). Hollander’s real-life friend, Las Vegas filmmaker Robin Greenspun, made the documentary that accompanies her show and comes to the Las Vegas Film Festival in June. “How is this new word, ‘friend,’ that Facebook
has reinvented and corporatized, affecting all of us?” Hollander asks. As she crashes on couches, leans on friends in dangerous times, and crosses oceans to see friends in real life, you might just begin to think harder about that question, too. Commission your own portrait by searching Kickstarter.com for Hollander; visit areyoureallymyfriend.com; and see the film at the Las Vegas Film Festival, June 6–11, lvff.com.
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50 // BIG IN JAPAN Inventive takes on Scottish tradition, SushiSamba’s Japanese whiskies are surprisingly perfect with raw fish.
52 // HIT THE DECKS Does anything say Vegas like lying by the pool and getting hosed off by sexy firefighters? We didn’t think so. Here’s what not to miss.
54 // DAYCLUB CHIC Put the flip-flops down and dare to stun at the Strip’s most fabulous pools. (Just don’t take them in the water.)
56 // HOLA, CHICA! Lorena Garcia busts into the boys’ club (again!) to open her restaurant in Venetian.
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58 // KENDRA KNOWS BEST Kendra Scott opens her store in Fashion Show, and opens up about Vegas must-haves for summer, her inspiration, and giving back.
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62 // FORGING MEMORIES Memory lane is Alta Drive for Mary Beth Heishman, whose delicate jewelry line I Adorn U is infused with pangs of Vegas-style nostalgia.
64 // FIGHT CLUB UFC’s state-of-the-art Performance Institute get ready to rumble.
66 // SCENTS OF STYLE Take note! Spring’s hottest runway trends blend perfectly with the season’s most intoxicating eaux.
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FEATURES 74 // BELIEVE! As Cher extends her smash engagement at The Park Theater at Monte Carlo, we sat down with the living icon to talk about her careers, the costumes, and of course, life after love.
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Cher—and her bodysuit—turn back time for her new residency.
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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR-IN-CHIEF
Everyone find their best blues! One of my husband, Reid Gardner’s, and my favorite events of the year is One Night for One Drop, in which Cirque du Soleil casts and crews donate their time and talent in support of areas in water crisis.
CHER CALLED ME “BABE.” And while I fully recognize that after five decades of performing, calling people “babe” is just a reflex for her—you know, like blinking or sneezing—it felt no less like a feminist anointing to me. When we began planning our annual “Women of Influence” issue months ago, I could think of no better person to be on the cover than Cher. Do you know anyone else who could more convincingly descend from a stage ceiling in tribal priestess costume (it’s the one on our cover) singing a feminist anthem like “Woman’s World?” Neither do I. Or who has exercised her influence— loudly and sometimes blisteringly (like it or not)—with no thought of personal consequences? Again, me neither. I spoke with her longtime friend and costume designer, Bob Mackie, for our cover story (page 74), and although she hasn’t strayed into
politics in her new show, he agrees that regardless of what you think about her opinions, her fearlessness in our current political climate is a breath of pure, unfiltered fresh air. Painted into mesh bodysuits, wearing a sari and riding an animatronic elephant, surrounded by gyrating gladiators, maybe Cher is outspoken in the kind of theatrical way that resonates particularly well with a Las Vegas audience. But there’s also a reason that she’s been a trailblazer for 50 years, giving women permission to speak their minds, not shoehorn themselves into cultural norms, and, on occasion, wear a headdress made of rooster feathers. To Cher and all the strong women making the world a little more amazing for the rest of us, we salute you.
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It’s been a busy spring! Monster Inc. CEO Noel Lee and I did a little shopping at our unveiling with Gaudin Porsche of the 2017 Panamera; Michele Quinn and Jerry Misko and I celebrated the incredible “Tilting the Basin: Contemporary Art of Nevada” show in a pop-up gallery warehouse in Downtown; and I got to reconnect with Yigal Azrouel after his fashion show for the Nathan Adelson Hospice luncheon at Wynn.
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In a city where culinary masters, entertainers, and artists all take center stage, and our Vegas celebrities are so public and accessible, they often influence us even more than they know (or maybe even want). Las Vegas is full of influential women, many of whom are featured in this issue. With such headliners Cher, Britney, Celine, and Jennifer Lopez dominating the music scene, international contemporary artist Elena Bulatova giving us a taste of “the sweet life,” jewelry designer Kendra Scott and star chefs Lorena Garcia and Carla Pellegrino and restaurateur Elizabeth Blau to name a few, I’m celebrating their many accomplishments in our annual “Women of Influence” issue.
Growing up I was known as a “daddy’s girl,” and while my father, who I miss dearly, had a definite influence, it is now when I reflect that I see what a huge influence my mother has always been. For that, I’d like to pay a special tribute to her. It’s my mother who instilled my early drive for independence and taught me valuable survivorship skills at an early age. And it’s the strong women in my family, as well as friends and business associates, that have been the “wind beneath my wings.” (You know who you are!) I hope you’ll take a moment to think about the influential women in your life, too. Cheers!
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I was thrilled to attend the grand opening of Dance With Me, a fantastic new dance studio in Tivoli Village by Dancing With the Stars pros Maksim Chmerkovskiy (far left) and Tony Dovolani (far right). With Gaudin Motor Company’s corporate director of marketing, Julie Cane, at our event to unveil the 2017 Porsche Panamera (center). Aja Graffa and I visited artist Elena Bulatova in her studio on Aria’s Gallery Row (below).
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Noey Richardson
Val Chmerkovskiy
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Nathan Myhrvold
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Hans Zimmer
John Mayer
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Noel Bowman
David Watts
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Amanda Morrison
Cy Waits
Wade Guindy
Ray Romano
Darin Feinstein
Lorraine Hunt-Bono
Fernando Sposato
Reid Duke
Peter Lik
Jack Weinstein
Michael Manteris (in memoriam)
Sharhonda Stockman
Aubrey Marunde
Dray Gardner
Shawn Stockman
Sarah Guindy
Tricia Costello
Hemant Kishore
Dennis Bono
Maksim Chmerkovskiy
Bristol Marunde
Frankie Moreno
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Danny Harrison
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Pete Castro
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Redfoo and Grace VanderWaal do a final jig for the crowd.
One of the charms of the annual, one-night-only performance of One Night for One Drop, imagined by Cirque du Soleil as a benefit for critical worldwide water issues: its wacky cast combos. This year’s performance was no exception, with Grammy-nominated rapper Redfoo from Party Rock Crew playing the role of the Voice of Reason, and 13-year-old America’s Got Talent winner Grace VanderWaal playing a winsome circus poodle-wrangler. Having lost her dog, she takes out her ukulele and sings her original “Light The Sky.” The show follows the story of an abusive ringmaster (Humanity) forced to look back at his own abuses of his assistant (the Earth) and ask for a redo. Fittingly, VanderWaal, the Tenors, Shatner, and Redfoo ended the show linking arms for a rousing can-can dance to a singalong number called “Screw It—We’re Moving to Mars.”
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Mayor Carolyn Goodman and former mayor Oscar Goodman
On Friday, March 3, the fifth annual One Night for One Drop took over New York-New York’s Zumanity theater. Gina Gershon, Lisa Loeb (who sang at the pre-party), Marie Osmond, Penn Jillette, and more mingled before the show. Performers included The Tenors and America’s Got Talent winner Grace VanderWaal, rapper Redfoo, and a last-moment William Shatner arrival onstage. Redfoo, Backstreet Boys, and Sultan + Shepard delighted the post-party crowd.
The Tenors, William Shatner, Redfoo, and Grace VanderWaal
Penn Jillette and Marie Osmond
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Bob Beers, Tony Dovolani, and Maks Chmerkovskiy
Ahren Hertel, Jennifer Graham, and Sandy Graham
Amanda Horn, Adam Horowitz, Katie O’Neill, and Michele Quinn
Susan Henry, Amanda Horn, and Katie O’Neill
TILTING THE BASIN Almost 1,000 people celebrated the March 16 opening of “Tilting the Basin: Contemporary Art of Nevada,” co-presented by the Art Museum at Symphony Park and Nevada Museum of Art. The exhibition bridges Northern and Southern Nevada, providing a broad overview and deep understanding of the most accomplished work being created by more than thirty artists living and working in the state.
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Gabriella Debartoli and Mathew Beach
Sonya Walker and Willis Walker
Michele Quinn and JoAnne Northrup
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Val Chmerkovskiy, Randy Slovacek, and Michael Caprio
Dancing with the Stars pros Maksim Chmerkovskiy, Valentin Chmerkovskiy, and Tony Dovolani celebrated the grand opening of their Dance With Me dance studio in Tivoli Village on Thursday, March 9. Fans turned out to meet them, take photos, and watch the dance performances.
Lessimus, omnis Jeneossum Sias-Lyke ius and alis Patricia Kaytia-Little vendipsapici nihil
Alex Zamansky, Dr. Jeffrey Lessimus, omnis Levisman, Chuck Matzdorff, eossum ius alis and Andy Bloch vendipsapici nihil
TEMPLE BETH SHOLOM’S NIGHT UNDER THE STARS
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The Sandra & Stanley Mallin Early Childhood Center at Temple Beth Sholom celebrated its seventh annual Night Under the Stars fundraiser at Vintner Grill on February 11. Actress Chrissy Teigen hosted a private meet-and-greet cocktail hour for the community members and TBS families. The proceeds from the benefit and silent auction will be used to provide continuing education and training to teachers, technology, in the classrooms, and a sustainable teaching garden for the students.
Lessimus, omnis eossum ius alis Rabbi Felipe Goodman, vendipsapici nihil Carol Jeffries, and Rabbi Benny Katz
Marisa Matzdorff, Lessimus, omnisLisa Marie Wark, eossum ius alisand Coco Salah vendipsapici nihil
Lessimus, omnis Jason Feinberg, Dr. Azin eossum ius alis Asma, Roshie Raissi, vendipsapici nihil and Dr. Abdi Raissi
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Marisa Matzdorff, Vivian Levisman, Jen Bloch, Alida Roberts, Chrissy Teigen, and Tina Teigen Eschweiler
Pia Zadora
Sandy Peltyn, Diana Bennett, Nick Mamula, and Polly Weinstein
Crystal Ghanem, Dr. Loring Jacobs, Rhonda Jacobs, Jody Ghanem, and Dr. Parvin Modaber Jacobs
JACK WEINSTEIN’S 90TH BIRTHDAY PARTY Guests were encouraged to dress in 1960s Vegas glamour for Vegas icon and Tower of Jewels owner Jack Weinstein’s 90th birthday celebration at the Westgate on February 25. A night of music and storytelling with great friends and prominent Vegas citizens included reminiscences about Weinstein’s first job in Detroit for Teamsters president Jimmy Hoffa, and the time Tony “The Ant” Spilotro (unsuccessfully) tried to rob Tower of Jewels. The birthday party for ever-charitable Weinstein was itself a benefit, raising $16,300 for Casa de Luz, an organization that helps the 8,000 families living below the poverty level in the Naked City neighborhood near Stratosphere.
Polly Weinstein and Jack Weinstein
April and Paul Swartz
Jack Weinstein and Fantasy Headliner Lorena Peril
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INVITED Jessica Wooden and Stella Roy
Randy Slovacek, Vanessa Williams, Jim Skrip, and Michael Caprio David R. Weinreb and Vanessa Williams
On January 28, the Nevada Ballet Theatre held its 33rd annual Black & White Ball with The Howard Hughes Corporation as presenting sponsor. More than 450 arts supporters joined NBT in recognizing recording artist and star of film, TV and Broadway stage, Vanessa Williams, as its Woman of the Year. Proceeds enable NBT to present professional company dance productions at The Smith Center, offer dance instruction at its Academy; and provide free in-school dance instruction to more than 20,000 students in underserved communities each year.
Melissa Warren with Kim and Dana Wagner
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Hedy Woodrow and Richard MacDonald
Patricia and Charles Sprincin
Lee Medick and Benson Riseman
Janet Walzer, Vanessa Williams, and Ingrid Cervantes
Jerry Nadal, Madeleine Andress, Vanessa Williams, Nancy Houssels, and Beth Barbre
Kevin T. Orrock
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33RD ANNUAL BLACK AND WHITE BALL
Dr. Kate Zhong and Dr. Jeffrey Cummings
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Sheryl Goldstein, Susan Molasky, and Arda Yemenadijian
Maggie Plaster, Richard Plaster, and Jillian Kester
Susan Molasky and Carole Fisher Myra Greenspun, Lindy Schumacher, Yigal Azrouel, Arda Yemenadijian, Sheryl Goldstein, Matar Cohen, Susan Molasky, and Dr. Parvin Jacobs
Ellen Schaner, Christy Molasky, and Anna Robins
FLAIR FOR CARE FASHION SHOW Nathan Adelson Hospice, the largest nonprofit hospice in Nevada, held its annual ‘Flair for Care’ Fashion Show at the Wynn Las Vegas featuring the 2017 Fall Collection of international designer Yigal Azrouël. This event serves as the organization’s biggest fundraiser of the year, supporting for the hospice’s uncompensated care program. Every year, Nathan Adelson Hospice provides more than $1 million in uncompensated care to individuals in Southern Nevada.
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Trina Marie Phinizy and Rich Shaw
Heather Caravella, Adam Petrasich, Kim Wagner, Jason Jones, and Mark Petrasich
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Jane Schorr, Jillian Kester, Maggie Plaster, Susan Molasky, and Sharon Jenkins
Harrison Gale, Maria Blondeaux, Lisa Blondeaux, and Bob Rieger
Alexandra Le
Marianne Tanada
Ricardo Laguna and Amber Ramsay
Michael Johnson, Michelle Luna, Adrian Venturi, Suzie Su, David Soyk, Brian Chinn, and Eve Williams
Solomon Braun, Jackie Braun, David Perisset, and Wendy Albert
GAUDIN 2017 PORSCHE PANAMERA UNVEILING On March 29, Vegas magazine and Gaudin Porsche cohosted a spectacular event to unveil the 2017 Porsche Panamera. Porsche enthusiasts enjoyed cocktails courtesy of Casa Noble tequila, Svedka vodka, and Knob Creek rye whiskey; hors d’oeuvres by Divine Events; fabulous displays from Chopard jewelry and watches; and live entertainment.
Lewis and Eve Dawes with Kara and Paul Jarrett
Ranielle Rivera and Sally Bae
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INVITED Janet Chao
Stephen Will, Karla Peterson, Sara Ryan, Steve Flynn, Kristin Weddingfeld, Michelle St. Angelo, and Alyssa Anderson
UNITED WAY 9TH ANNUAL LUNCHEON FASHION SHOW Over 450 community members gathered during the United Way of Southern Nevada’s Women’s Leadership Council (WLC) 9th Annual Luncheon Fashion Show at Bellagio on March 3, celebrating women community leaders committed to improving southern Nevada. The event included an exclusive Macy’s fashion show and a Macy’s pop-up boutique.
Michelle St. Angelo Magda Hirsch, Carla Alston, Kathy Topp, Chris Cappas, Dulcinea Rongavilla, Tanya Zuniga, and Renee Rivera-Shaffer
Stephanie and Bob Morgan with Greg and Nicole Korte
Danielle Domnitz, Mariana Perez, Doria Amankopnah, and Sandy Roche
Brooklyn Arcuri, April Alison, Whitney Vertucci, Demenica Watson, and Stephanie Dias
Jacqueline Hill and Sherein Bouzari
Tatiane De Souza and Julian Medina Sahara Ray
2017 MAGIC/PROJECT BIKINI BELLINI PARTY
Jose Figueroa, Gilbert Muniz, and John Paul
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On February 21 the luxury resort lifestyle website Bikini. com presented the 2017 Magic/Project Bikini Bellini party, sponsored by The Delano Las Vegas and jewelry brand Love Me Knots. The party at Skyfall Lounge, held on the first evening of Magic, was hosted by Instagram sensation Sahara Ray and 10 of Bikini.com’s brand ambassadors. Featuring unique drinks, such as the Bikini Bellini and Love Me Knot’s A Taste of Sunshine & Salty Air, the event was attended by prominent fashion and industry leaders, VIP guests, social influencers and invitees of the UBMFashion trade show.
Pedro Gonzalez and Shannon Follansbee
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Sabrina Philpot and Mike Kelley
Amanda Riley, auction puppy Jean Pierre, and Christie Lee
Tiffany Tiberti, Tarissa Lacey, Bridget Michlik, Geoff Michlik, Briana Tiberti, and Rachel Wilkinson
Greg Matsunami, Dulcinea Rongavilla, and Mike PeQueen
Brenda Bogue and Cynthia Warso
Dana Blackhurst and Jan Jones Blackhurst
Barbara Molasky Sloan, Jan Jones Blackhurst, and Mayor Carolyn G. Goodman
Norm Clarke and Vince Alberta
Patrick and Margaret Klenk with Renee and Bill Marion
Jan Jones Blackhurst
NEON MUSEUM BONEYARD BALL
Amanda Riley and Gabriela Aguilar
On March 4 Neon Museum hosted its inaugural Boneyard Ball at Paris Hotel & Casino. At the celebration of iconic Las Vegas, guests were treated to an exclusive exhibition of signs from the Neon Museum’s collection that had not recently been on display for the general public.  The Neon Museum honored Jan Jones Blackhurst with the Glow award, while guests enjoyed a silent and live auctions, delicious dining and entertainment by Vegas favorite Frankie Moreno.
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Mayor Carolyn Goodman, Bill Marion, Jan Jones Blackhurst, Rob McCoy, and Barbara Molasky
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ACTUALLY, VEGAS’S FAVORITE SONGBIRD, CÉLINE DION, HAS MORE THAN 200 COMING IN FALL, AND YOU CAN ALREADY BUY A FEW. BY ANDREA BENNETT
PHOTOGRAPHY BY DENISE TRUSCELLO
Céline Dion’s style star is burning brighter than ever (thanks to a little risk-taking and celeb stylist Law Roach). So when she met the press at Project Las Vegas in February wearing a heart-stopping Schiaparelli haute couture romper, we cheered that her bag cost only $298. Oh, and that it carried the Céline Dion brand. Here’s what you must know now about Dion’s new bags: They’re drool-worthy and affordable. Clutches from the music-themed collection run about $80 and handbags around $300. She carried a black Octave bag—the pièce de résistance of the collection—a double-handled satchel bag with a removable shoulder strap and brushed gold hardware. The collection is priced accessibly because she wanted it to be within reach of her fans—and to fulfill important functions like not spilling out while you are doing everyday Céline things like riding roller coasters. All are made in buttery soft leather—and a
Céline Dion wore Schiaparelli haute couture and carried her own Octave bag to a press conference in February.
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STYLE TASTEMAKER few in vegan leather—by luggage giant Bugatti Group. In September, her whole line of 200 handbags, wallets, and accessories will go on sale (although she’s staying mum for now on exactly where they’ll be sold). But you can already buy four pieces—including Octave—on celinedion.com. Her favorite is also our favorite. “I love them all, but I love this one so much—can I say that?” she asks, pulling out the Vibrato tote, a horizontal quilted sheepskin, multipocket bag with a light-gold closure. “It opens far, and we all have the problem: If I buy a small purse, it’s full. [So] I’m going to buy myself a bigger purse—it’s still full.” She’s all about practical touches: Vibrato, and other handbags in the collection, have metal feet on the bottom to protect the bags from dirty floors.
“LIKE THE SONGS I SING, I WANT PEOPLE TO THINK I’M ACCESSIBLE AND REACHABLE.” — céline dion
She’s bringing back the fanny pack. Dion, a mother of twins, thinks a lot about moms—working moms, stay-at-home moms, and naturally, moms (like herself) who ride roller coasters. “Now suddenly they pull the thing down, and you need to get something out and you can’t,” Dion laments of the roller coaster. “You can wear [the fanny pack] and you can move it around.” We’re willing to wear an enormous, expandable black fanny pack on a roller coaster if it says céline dion on the front. Don’t expect her to stop at handbags. “My dream file is now many drawers,” she says, full of inspiration tears and sketches of “jewelry, fantastic cakes, party ideas, ties for men, boots and shoes, makeup.” She’s hoping to extend her lifestyle brand into all sorts of affordable items. “Like the songs I sing—I want people to think I’m accessible and reachable.” We would like to wear Céline jewelry while eating Céline cake.
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clockwise from top: The soundwave-emblazoned runway at Dion’s press conference echoed a design element in her bags; Dion’s fanny pack, available in September; the Opus, in faux suede and vegan leather; Your Adagio might be the fanciest duffel on the plane.
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BIG IN JAPAN INVENTIVE TAKES ON SCOTTISH TRADITION, SUSHISAMBA’S JAPANESE WHISKIES ARE SURPRISINGLY PERFECT WITH RAW FISH. BY ROB KACHELRIESS
SushiSamba’s mission is to have the best, most diverse Japanese whisky selection in Vegas—an ambitious goal for the Palazzo restaurant already known for a mammoth sake list and an inventive Japanese and South American menu. “Japanese whisky is based on Scotch, which goes back over 500 years,” says Hayes Swope, SushiSamba’s director of hospitality and training. “The Japanese are playing a lot more with different mixtures of grains and barley but follow the same regulations.” With its 30 mostly rare whiskies, it is carving a unique identity among its Strip competitors, including its next-door neighbor. “Delmonico Steakhouse has
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the biggest, best brown liquor list I’ve ever seen,” he says. “And they have six from Japan.” To spread the word, SushiSamba has introduced a seven-course Japanese whisky pairing menu, including a passion fruit sour served alongside a tempura Minter Sweet oyster. Swope describes the Wagyu Cocktail as “decadence in a glass.”While the pairing dinner was devised as a limited run, he expects it to continue as the demand for Japanese whisky increases. Distilleries in Japan “honor and respect the different ingredients and the natural resources that go into making it, yet they’re playful at the sametime.”Palazzo,702-6070700; sushisamba.com
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A Café Bom Bom (coffee custard, sweet ice cream, and Japanese whisky foam) finds its perfect foil in a Japanese cherry Manhattan granita, made with Japanese whisky, Antica Formula Carpano vermouth, cherry bitters, and maraschino cherry syrup.
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Whisky soymarinated robata pork ribs with aji panca barbecue sauce are paired with Akashi single malt, aged five years in sherry casks.
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HIT THE DECKS DOES ANYTHING SAY VEGAS LIKE LYING BY THE POOL AND GETTING HOSED OFF BY SEXY FIREFIGHTERS? WE DIDN’T THINK SO. HERE’S WHAT’S NOT TO MISS.
THE AQUATIC CLUB, THE PALAZZO The former Azure is revamping, and the vibe is now less Côte d’Azur, more timeless American swim, racquet, and lawn club. Hydrate: Look for new (old) cocktails like the Bees Knees and Red (or Green) Snappers, plus a rotating selection of boozy ice pops, all served by pool staff dressed in Tory Sport. Weekend is like: Friday: Ping-pong on a floating table to hip-hop;
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GARDEN OF THE GODS POOL OASIS, CAESARS PALACE The eight-pool complex surrounded by Roman statues has 44 plush cabanas, a waterfall, poolside spa services by Qua Baths & Spa, and swim-up blackjack. Party like it’s 160 BC: Rome meets Tahiti in new coconut cocktails like the VOCOnuts, a fresh coconut filled with Belvedere Mango Passion vodka, VOCO vodka coconut water, lime juice, agave nectar, and club soda. Cabana life: New Champagne Sundays mean that if you rent a cabana, you’ll get a complimentary bottle of Veuve Clicquot. Start early: Mimosas and Bloody Marys are bottomless on Saturdays and Sundays—but only between 9 and 11 am. 702-7317280; caesars.com
Saturday: Retro Americana with 1950s-inspired synchronized swimmers; Sunday: Live acoustic music, plus poolside manicures, Bloody Mary bar, and Frosé all day. Order in: Canyon Ranch SpaClub poolside massages; new custom sushi, fish tacos, and samplers from Wolfgang Puck’s Solaro. Where to be: Hide away in cabana 131, people-watch from more central cabana 125. 702-767-3724; venetian.com ARD,
clockwise from top: Party in the backyard at Red Rock; there are antioxidants in there! The Berry Skinny at MGM; what’s missing from this scene at Caesars’ Garden of the Gods? Only bottles of Veuve Clicquot and bottomless mimosas.
RESORT & SPA Three acres of dedicated pool grounds include 19 cabanas, an island fountain, and the 21-andover Cabana Club (opening Memorial Day weekend), where DJs spin every Saturday for a crowd of nearly 300. Cabana life: Cabana 5 sits between two dipping pools and has a huge daybed. Summer selfie: Littleknown perk: Order any cocktail served from a fresh-cut pineapple or coconut. Eat this (and that): New menu items at the Sandbar poolside café include lemon blueberry beignets, watermelon salad, an avocado bowl, and chilled king crab. 702-797-7973; redrock.sclv.com ENCORE BEACH CLUB, ENCORE The three-tiered pool complex is known for its opulent day club scene: 40-foot palm trees, 26 cabanas, and eight bungalows— and a killer DJ rotation that this year includes David Guetta, The Chainsmokers, Diplo, and
Alesso. Where’s the fire? Over the booze-pouring Ferris wheel? Order the new Champagne shower with a Nebuchadnezzar of Veuve Clicquot, 20 bottles of house bubbly, and a fire truck hose-off by the ladies of EBC ($25,000). Bet it all on: Blackjack, in the pool’s gaming pavilion. Come back for: Nightswim, on Friday and Saturday nights at Surrender and Sundays at XS, this year featuring Norwegian dance superstar Kygo, starting his residency on April 30. 702-7707300; wynnsocial.com MGM GRAND POOL COMPLEX, MGM GRAND Four swimming pools, three whirlpools, a lazy river, fountains, waterfalls—the 6.6-acre complex is beyond big. Director for a day: Of the movie-themed pools, the Director’s and Producer’s Pools have the most cabanas. The complex now has 30, including four new fully outfitted cabanas. Bring the family: The 8,000foot-long lazy river is the longest on the Strip, and this year look for ping-pong and water volleyball. Or not: Hakkasan Group’s Wet Republic features major performers like Steve Aoki, Kaskade, and Calvin Harris on the decks. (Reserve a bungalow, with king-sized daybeds, teak furniture, and private security.) Hydrate: Try the new Berry Skinny: Skyy Wild Strawberry vodka, Ty Ku liqueur, club soda, cranberry, and blueberries. Day drinking was never so virtuous. 702-891-1111; mgmgrand.com
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DAYCLUB CHIC LEAVE THE FLIP-FLOPS HOME AND DARE TO STUN AT THE STRIP’S MOST GLAMOROUS POOLS. (JUST DON’T TAKE THEM IN THE WATER.)
Sandal, Gucci ($695). The Shops at Crystals, 702-730-1946; gucci.com. Jacqueline bag, Tory Burch ($595). The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-369-3459; toryburch.com. Sangle necklace, Louis Vuitton ($1,460). Wynn Las Vegas, 702-691-2777; louisvuitton.com. Monogram cuff, Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello ($695). The Shops at Crystals, 702-262-9984; ysl.com. Cote d’ Azur cocktail table in white lacquer, Ralph Lauren Home ($9,975). Polo Ralph Lauren, The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702- 734-0030; ralphlaurenhome.com
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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Chef Lorena Garcia in her kitchen; Venetian and Palazzo president George Markantonis and Sebastien Silvestri, vice president of food and beverage, welcome Garcia to the Wall of Chefs; spicy tuna ceviche; braised pork plantain leaf tamales; watercress and chicken avocado saladstuffed arepas.
HOLA, CHICA! LORENA GARCIA BUSTS INTO THE BOYS’ CLUB (AGAIN) TO OPEN HER RESTAURANT IN VENETIAN.
In February, Venetian added a 21-foot-tall photo of Top Chef Masters alum and Miami, Atlanta, and Dallas chef and restaurateur Lorena Garcia to its Wall of Chefs—the first woman in the mix, holding her own between Mario Batali and Emeril Lagasse—in anticipation of the May opening of her restaurant Chica. Her plans, too, are unlike any 56
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other on the Strip: South and Central American fare blending the cultures of Peru, Mexico, Argentina, and her native Venezuela in the former db Brasserie space. She’s dubbed the food “fresh, modern Latin.” “Modern because it’s my interpretation of what new Latin classics are about today,” she says, “and Latin because we have all the fla-
vors of Latin America represented in these amazing dishes.” Owned by the Miami-based 50 Eggs, which also owns Venetian’s Yardbird Southern Table & Bar, her decidedly feminine restaurant will be pushing out a rotating selection of ceviches from the cold bar, churrascaria grilled meats, and Venezuelan arepas, all of which you can wash
down with wines from a menu highlighting South American vineyards. Reflecting on her place on the testosterone-laden wall, she suggests to young female chefs, “Be a master in what you do. Prepare yourself. Work. Learn from the best. Find your mentor. Dedicate your time to travel, to study, to cook, and to learn.” The eternally optimistic Garcia
notes that it “doesn’t matter if you’re a chica or chico. If you know what you’re doing and you’re passionate about food, I’m sure that success will be right there.” We suggest you reflect on this wisdom over a glass from her collection of wines by female vintners from every country in South America. Venetian, 702430-1235; venetian.com
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LEFT: Once operating out of a spare bedroom, Kendra Scott is now head of the boardroom table; her new store in Fashion Show offers pieces like the Elias pavé diamond cuff (RIGHT; $1,500) and Aryssa statement earrings (BELOW RIGHT, $195). BELOW: Scott’s inspiration is as endless as her (now fully customizable) designs.
KENDRA KNOWS BEST ENDRA SCOTT OPENS HER STORE IN FASHION SHOW—AND OPENS UP ABOUT VEGAS MUST-HAVES FOR SUMMER, HER INSPIRATION, AND GIVING BACK.
Kendra Scott welcomes her first Vegas store in May, equipped with The Color Bar, which allows customers to customize jewelry on a touch-screen display. But her brand, which has grown to a massive, mainstream name from a $500 business she started in a spare bedroom, isn’t all about the bling. What was the inspiration behind your brand? “I’ve always loved colorful gemstones, but there was nothing I liked at an
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affordable price. So I decided to make it myself using natural gemstones to create unique, quality, affordable pieces.” Who do you design for? “Women of every age and style. Whether you’re walking the red carpet (Taylor Swift, Selena Gomez, and Jessica Alba are big fans), or walking to your child’s soccer game, each piece is designed with a fashion-forward, timeless appeal.” Tell me more about
the Kendra Gives Back charms. “It really starts with ‘You do good.’ My stepfather spoke these words to me while battling brain cancer, and I’ve carried them with me ever since. Because of him, I wanted my business to be about more than just selling jewelry. We not only give back with these custom-designed charms, but in so many other
meaningful ways. Last year alone, we partnered with over 3,500 local and national organizations, and donated $2.8 million to causes like MD Anderson and the American Heart Association.” Describe the Vegas woman. “She’s colorful, confident, and not afraid to turn heads. She loves an eye-catching statement.
Our Aryssa statement earrings would be perfect for her. They’re turquoise, which looks fabulous on everyone!” What excites you most about being in Vegas? “The people. I’ve always dreamed of opening a store here. I’ve already fallen in love with the Strip!” Fashion Show, 702-3698382; kendrascott.com
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STYLE TRENDS
Necklace, Oscar de la Renta ($1,190). netaporter.com Bracelet, Giorgio Armani ($575). Via Bellagio, 702-8938327; armani.com
Ravenna dress, Figue ($495). Saks Fifth Avenue, Fashion Show, 702-733-8300; figue.com
Paris Eau de Parfum, Alaïa (1.6 oz. for $115). Saks Fifth Avenue, Fashion Show, 702733-8300; saks.com Elephants paraded in fluid separates at Armani’s Spring/Summer 2017 runway shows.
18k serpent drop earrings, Temple St. Clair ($12,500). Saks Fifth Avenue, Fashion Show, 702-733-8300; saks.com
Swimsuit, Adriana Degreas ($370). netaporter.com
INDIAN SUMMER Carry-on trolley, Globe-Trotter ($1,895). Barneys New York, Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian & Palazzo, 702-629-4200; barneys.com
THE SEASON’S ELEGANT AND LAID-BACK LOOKS COME COURTESY OF THE FORGIVING SILHOUETTES, MUGHAL MOTIFS, AND SERPENT DESIGNS OF THE SUBCONTINENT.
22k gold and sterling silver Succulent earrings, Geoffrey Scott ($270). geoffreyscott.com
To India With Love, Assouline ($50). The Writer’s Block, 1020 Fremont St., 702-5506399; assouline.com
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Morocco lip liner, Nars ($22). The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702749-1525; nars.com
Mamounia No. 28 three-wick candle, L’Objet ($275). Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show, 702-731-3636; l-objet.com
Jacquard slipper, Dolce & Gabbana ($695). The Shops at Crystals, 702-431-6614; dolcegabbana.com
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MEMORY LANE IS ALTA DRIVE FOR MARY BETH HEISHMAN, WHOSE DELICATE JEWELRY LINE, I ADORN U, IS INFUSED WITH PANGS OF VEGAS-STYLE NOSTALGIA. BY LAUREN EPSTEIN
Just off the Strip sits Alta Drive, a historic street dotted with charming midcentury modern homes. It’s where Mary Beth Heishman—art teacher by day, silversmith by night—grew up. “Homes just aren’t built like that anymore,” she says. “[They were] simple yet functional, with those cinderblocks and textural patterns.” They’re what moved Heishman to create her own line of handcrafted jewelry called I Adorn U. Drawing inspiration from the airy breezeways and concrete designs of Vegas homes of the 1950s and ’60s, Heishman began designing her pieces, which she sold through a small Etsy shop and at First Fridays in Downtown’s Arts District. “I’ve always kind of tinkered with jewelry, and it was a way to do sculpture on a miniature scale,” she says. Now, 12 years after its establishment, I Adorn U is giving Vegas visitors and residents a piece of the less-advertised—but arguably more beautiful—part of the city. Heishman points to her Palm Desert necklace, featuring a stunning picture jasper (sourced from Oregon) floating on a sterling silver “cinderblock wall shield,” as a particularly special piece. “The stone looks like a watercolor painting of the desert. It reminds me of the vacant desert that was behind us on Alta for years,” she says. That area is developed now, but wearing the piece can be the best way to keep the city’s history alive. iadornu.net
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Fascinated by the city’s midcentury cinder block architectural elements? Mary Beth Heishman’s jewelry brings back the mod motifs. BELOW: Her Trio Onyx Block necklace ($100; iadornu.net).
PHOTOGRAPHY BY GETTY IMAGES/ISTOCKPHOTO (CINDERBLOCKS); ALICIA RIUS (JEWELRY)
FORGING MEMORIES
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SPACE SNEAK PEEK
FIGHT CLUB UFC’S STATE-OF-THE-ART PERFORMANCE INSTITUTE GETS READY TO RUMBLE.
“LAS VEGAS IS TURNING INTO ONE OF THE GREATEST SPORTS TOWNS ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD.” —LAWRENCE EPSTEIN
The UFC’s new Performance Institute will include a full-size octagon and bag-training area with camera analysis to help fighters hone their technique.
It’s early in the year, and Ultimate Fighting Championship COO Lawrence Epstein is leading a tour of the mixed martial arts organization’s massive new Corporate Campus and Performance Institute. “Everything is on schedule” for its May opening, Epstein says. “You can really visualize what’s going to happen with athletes using the facility.” Actually, it’s difficult to envision unless you can imagine more than 500 finely tuned UFC fighters along with a 250-plus member staff at the UFC Athlete Retreat, which will bring them all together in the 30,000-square-foot facility for two days right after the opening to experience the amenities they’ll have free access to. Six miles southwest of UFC’s Vegas event venue, T-Mobile Arena, fighters will train with top-shelf equipment in environments that simulate training in higher altitudes; indoor and outdoor tracks; and even pain management with laser technology and cryotherapy. Upstairs, fighters will be able to analyze their sparring technique via camera analysis and motion capture technology while they work out. The Institute was designed to have crossover appeal, since other professional athletes and celeb clients of parent company WME/IMG will have access, too. Still, Epstein emphasizes, the Institute is all about UFC’s fighters. “First the facility needs to accommodate our athletes,” he says, “but we see opportunity for working with athletes from other sports. Las Vegas is turning into one of the greatest sports towns anywhere in the world.” 21 Complex Dr.; ufcgym.com
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TAKE NOTE! SPRING’S HOTTEST RUNWAY TRENDS BLEND PERFECTLY WITH THE SEASON’S MOST INTOXICATING EAUX.
THIS SEASON’S RETRO, BEACH-INSPIRED APPAREL CALLS FOR LOTS OF ZEST.
Gone are the days of committing yourself to a single signature scent. Like your closet—filled with wardrobe basics, but transformed each season with on-trend pieces that ensure your personal style evolves with the times—your fragrances should be a means of self-expression. Each one reflects a day’s particular mood. “Fragrance and fashion are historically linked,” says legendary perfumer Francis Kurkdjian. “I do believe that one should have a fragrance wardrobe, a mix of ageless classics and fashionable trends.” Kelly St. John, VP of beauty at Neiman Marcus, agrees: “A fragrance wardrobe is expected and encouraged, allowing our customers to select something that fits the day’s inspiration.” It’s only fitting, then, that the season’s strongest fashion looks pair so seamlessly with today’s boldest scents.
Sunny beaches and succulent fruits came to mind when models wafted down the Spring 2017 runways in retro swim caps and lemon-printed frocks for Miu Miu and Altuzarra. And the latest fragrances are conjuring up the same optimistic outlook: Ralph Lauren’s new Summer Blossom, says master perfumer Harry Fremont, “provokes a moment of luminous happiness” with its notes of sparkling mandarin and guava, while Marc Jacobs’s Daisy Dream Kiss Edition is bursting with grapefruit and blackberry. Light is a focus of both Louis Vuitton’s Mille Feux, which blends raspberry and leather, and Sole di Positano, a sun-drenched citrus juice from Tom Ford. And Michael Kors’s Turquoise will transport you to the sea, thanks to a fleur de sel accord harvested from the cerulean waters off the French coast. Just don’t forget your beach towel… clockwise from top: Mille Feux, Louis Vuitton (100 ml. for $240). Wynn Las Vegas, 702650-9007; louisvuitton.com. Turquoise Eau de Parfum, Michael Kors (3.4 oz. for $112). Macy’s, Fashion Show, 702731-5111; macys.com. Daisy Dream Kiss Edition, Marc Jacobs (1.7 oz. for $80). Sephora, The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-228-3535; sephora.com. Sole di Positano, Tom Ford (50 ml. for $225). The Shops at Crystals, 702740-2940; tomford.com. Romance Summer Blossom, Ralph Lauren (100 ml. for $96). The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-734-0030; ralphlauren.com
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WELL-SUITED PAIR TAILORED ATTIRE WITH BOLD NOTES OF COCOA, TOBACCO— AND EVEN INK. From Boss and Salvatore Ferragamo to Tory Burch, power dressing via crisp and sleek suiting was all the rage on spring catwalks. Reinforcing the look of soft fabrications with strong silhouettes are fierce scents that finely balance both sides of the spectrum, such as the opulent, white florals and powerful sandalwood of Gucci Bamboo Limited Edition. Likewise, Good Girl from Carolina Herrera enjoys the irony of a bright jasmine and deep cocoa combo. Lalique’s Fleur Universelle 1900 is all-around intense with a fiery mix of cinnamon and cardamom, and Jo Malone London’s Bloomsbury Set honors Virginia Woolf, E.M. Forster, and their fellow English intellectuals with distinctive scents like Tobacco & Mandarin. Viktor & Rolf also pairs vastly different notes with iris and ink in Dirty Trick—a combination, says perfumer Marie Salamagne, that creates “a distinctive and extraordinary depth.”
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clockwise from top: Gucci Bamboo Limited Edition Eau de Parfum, Gucci (50 ml. for $78). Sephora, The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-228-3535; sephora.com. Magic Dirty Trick Eau de Parfum, Viktor & Rolf (2.5 oz. for $220). Saks Fifth Avenue, Fashion Show, 702733-8300; saks.com. Fleur Universelle 1900 Eau de Parfum, Lalique (100 ml. for $300). Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show, 702-731-3636; neimanmarcus.com. Tobacco & Mandarin, Jo Malone London (30 ml. for $70). Neiman Marcus, see above. Good Girl, Carolina Herrera (2.7 oz. for $115). Macy’s, Fashion Show, 702-731-5111; macys.com
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LA VIE EN ROSÉ CELEBRATING THE 10TH VINTAGE OF ITS BUZZY FLAGSHIP ROSÉ, CHÂTEAU D’ESCLANS BRINGS A TASTE OF ST-TROPEZ TO THE STATES.
Great wine hinges on four elements, says rosé producer Sacha Lichine, the bon vivant owner of St-Tropez winery Château d’Esclans: the soil (that ineffable quality called terroir), the grapes, the climate, and, finally, the winemaker, whose craft harmonizes all the other elements. The problem, he adds, is that rosé is the most difficult wine to make well. Luckily for Château d’Esclans, Lichine is perhaps the most prominent producer in the world. Ten years ago, winemakers, restaurants, and distributors could barely give rosé away. But exports of Provençal rosé to the US increased by more than 900 percent between 2006 and 2015, with a 58 percent increase between 2014 and 2015 alone. Now in its 10th vintage, Château d’Esclans’s flagship rosé, Whispering Angel, has come to epitomize the classic dry Provençal style. Much of the complexity is owed to bâtonnage, whereby fine lees, or dead yeast cells, are stirred back into the wine, while new technologies, including advanced refrigeration systems and pneumatic presses, keep the processing precise, all crucial to the production of “a product that is very easy to make average,” Lichine says. “The perception of rosé in America has changed dramatically,” says Aldo Sohm, chef sommelier at New York’s Le Bernardin, whose acclaimed wine program is central to its three Michelin stars. “There’s a real following of rosé now, which didn’t exist a few years ago.” Perhaps Château d’Esclans’s greatest achievement, says Lichine, has been creating wines whose experiences are evocative of St-Tropez itself—clean, crisp, sophisticated, and fun. “What we’ve done,” he says, “is create a taste.”
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Think pink! Château d’Esclans’s Whispering Angel epitomizes the classic dry style of Provence, where the wine has been produced for 2,600 years, and continues to lead the growth of rosé’s booming popularity in the US.
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF CHÂTEAU D’ESCLANS
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SPACE SURREAL ESTATE Do these luxurious compounds in The Ridges look wide-open and accessible? Think again.
COMPOUND INTEREST FOR THOSE WHO WANT PRIVACY, PROTECTION, AND ABOVE ALL, PRESTIGE, SEVERAL BARRIERS TO ENTRY ARE BETTER THAN ONE. TRY AND KEEP UP WITH THE JONESES—IF YOU CAN SEE OVER THEIR FOURTH SECURITY WALL.
When living in a guard gated community just isn’t private enough, a few select developments offer enhanced levels of security that can involve passing through up to four gates before residents arrive home —enough to provide even Tony Soprano with a feeling of sanctuary. Each of the distinct neighborhoods in The Ridges of Summerlin includes a separate gate but just one, Promontory, has an extra-exclusive enclave called Promontory Point with a third access gate, beyond which dozens of homeowners have installed their own (number four) private security barrier. This trend of creating increasingly deep obstacles to residences connotes a higher level of exclusivity, according to Ivan Sher, principal in Shapiro & Sher Group Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices, Nevada Properties (shapiroandsher.bhhsnv.com). “It’s like the American Express Platinum versus American Express Centurion. They both get you pretty much what you need, but that Centurion card offers a little bit more prestige,” he explains. “A lot of people feel that having the extra set of gates is a higher level of security but even more so, a higher level of prestige.” These fourth-gate owners are typically casino executives, celebrities and politicians who value their privacy above all, Sher says. “They will never say ‘I want a third gate,’ but they will tell me, ‘Security is of the utmost importance.’ Aside from the privacy aspect, security seems to be the number-one concern for the
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You’ll need to get through two gates and a high-tech Crestron security system to enjoy this pool at 586 Lairmont Place in MacDonald Highlands. below: Leave your MacDonald Highlands compound for a round of golf at DragonRidge.
ultra-wealthy right now. They’re looking to be in an area where they have the best possible protection and surveillance, privacy, all of it.” Henderson’s newest luxury community, Ascaya (ascaya.com), plans to offer four privately gated enclaves with between five to fifteen lots each, some of which could be combined, says Darin Marques, sales manager. MacDonald Highlands has four communities with a second private gate. Just south of The Ridges, The Summit Club (luxuryhomes lasvegas.com), a joint venture between The Howard Hughes Corporation and Discovery Land Company, will also offer exclusively gated neighborhoods.
Another option for these buyers is a compound with multiple residences on a large piece of land that is typically gated, private, and individually owned, said Sher. “It’s just starting, but I’m seeing very wealthy people who have strong nuclear-style families looking to build estates where their kids are either on the property or nearby in their own residences. These 20,000-squarefeet estates are being built on multiple acres so that the kids and parents can live in the same area yet have their privacy. That’s something I’ve seen for those who can afford it,” he says. Several are listed for sale here and there across the valley, but a
buyer who wants a newer compound would need to either find one of the large parcel options dotting suburban Las Vegas or choose a community offering multiple-acre lots and build their own, he says. Buyers from California often conclude that moving to Las Vegas to build a large home with land makes the most sense. “The land and the cost of building in Nevada versus California is huge,” Sher says, pointing out most will save 13 percent on income taxes annually. “If you take people making tens or hundreds of millions of dollars a year, in a few years you’ve save a significant portion of the cost of building the house.”
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I AM WOMAN THE WORLD’S MOST LUXURIOUS WATCH BRANDS MAKE A SERIOUS WRIST-PLAY FOR THE LADIES. BY ALDOUS TUCK
A strong trend at this year’s Swiss watch fairs was a renewed emphasis on women’s pieces. While new ladies’ timepieces and collections are well-represented annually at Geneva and Basel, the 2017 difference is that the industry let its female clientele know loud and clear that they were top of mind: stunning new additions to collections that beforehand had a decidedly masculine flair; the incorporation of non-traditional materials into feminine designs; the expansion in categories such as smart watches, world timers, and sports watches, often considered the domain of men. This year, watchmakers are right on time with what women want. For more watch features and expanded coverage go to vegasmagazine .com/watches-and-jewelry.
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CLOCKWISE FROM TOP LEFT: Patek Philippe’s Ref. 7130G ladies’ World Time watch ($51,031) indicates all 24 time zones in a new white-gold case with a gray-blue hand-guilloched dial. The delicate nuance, illuminated by the sparkle of diamonds, also comes to the fore on the city disk and the shiny peacock-blue alligator strap. Tourneau, The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-732-8463; patek.com This year Cartier brought the Panthère de Cartier collection back into the spotlight in a diverse range of metals and finishes including this unique piece in 18k rose gold and black lacquer ($24,900). The watch offers a stunning palate in a classic design that features an automatic movement, a blue sapphireset crown and blue steel sword-shaped hands. Bellusso Jewelers, The Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-650-2988; cartier.com
TAG Heuer’s Connected Diamond watch ($6,750) has a steel bezel set with 62 diamonds, wrapping smarts in beauty. The Touch on Display screen has a resolution of 400 x 400 and supports multiple finger recognition. The Intel Atom Processor Z34XX offers 512MB of memory and 4GB of storage. The watch connects to both Android and iPhone smartphones. Ca d’Oro, The Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-696-0080; tagheuer.com Richard Mille is known for using NTPT carbon in a number of his unique timepieces. This year, the Swiss manufacturer gave this rugged material a decidedly feminine spin by incorporating red gold and diamonds in the eye-catching design of the RM 037 NTPT ($153,500–$190,500). Due to the hardness of NTPT carbon, special CNC machines are required to create the lush pavé setting that to the touch is smooth as silk. The Shops at Crystals, 702-588-7272; richardmille.com
THE INDUSTRY LET ITS FEMALE CLIENTELE KNOW LOUD AND CLEAR THAT THEY WERE TOP OF MIND.
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BELIEVE! As Cher extends her smash engagement at The Park Theater at Monte Carlo we sat down with the living icon to talk about her career, the costumes, and of course, life after love. by ANDREA BENNETT photography by ANDREW MACPHERSON
IT’S HARDLY ACCURATE to say that Cher’s having a moment—she’s been having them since 1965. The genre-busting star’s career of hit songs, television shows, blockbuster films, and awards has included such moments as accepting her 1988 Oscar statue for Moonstruck in a nearly completely sheer, black Bob Mackie gown, and her 1986 Oscars outfit—with mohawk headdress made of 800 rooster feathers—that Mackie admits he questioned as “overkill.” (It is one of the most famous ensembles ever to have attended the Academy Awards.) She has taken a few farewell laps: Her 2002 Living Proof tour began as a 59-date tour in North America and morphed into 326 appearances around the world; a three-year residency at the Colosseum; and another farewell tour—Dressed to Kill—in 2014. The day we spoke, she’d just added 18 dates to her extended Classic Cher engagement at The Park Theater at Monte Carlo and the new theater at MGM National Harbor. And in March, the now septuagenarian opened her National Harbor show by asking the audience, “What’s your grandmother doing tonight?” At this moment, Cher is saying farewell to no one. Obviously, you’re not calling this a farewell tour. What does it take to pull you out of quieter times? I don’t know! Each time, I’ve honestly thought this was the end, because you can only do it for so long. There’s a finite time. And who knows if anyone’s ever going to want to come see you again?
So you start it, but you have no idea what’s going to happen. I think it’s fun and that’s your main objective. I mean, you want to bring people to a place that brings them great joy and that reminds them of a time in their life. And I’m always surprised at how many young people come too, because you don’t expect that. Do you still have the same excitement when you go on stage? You have to let yourself be free to enjoy it. I know what it’s like not to enjoy it, and it’s really not fun, so if you give yourself permission to have fun, then everything else falls into place. I’ve felt like I was being held back [before], and this place just allows me all the freedom that I want. You pre-dated any performer we think of as edgy. Is there anyone contemporary you think is pushing boundaries the way you were in the ’60s and ’70s? Of course I do, but when I was doing it, I was the only one that was doing it, so it was a little bit harder. When I went on the boat and did “Turn Back Time” [on the battleship USS Missouri in a fishnet body stocking surrounded by the ship’s crew], people freaked out, and it got taken off MTV, and people were shocked—and how could I? and whatever. And now anyone can do anything. I was the first person ever to show their bellybutton on TV. Well, it doesn’t sound like much now, but it was a big deal then. So somebody’s got to be blazing some trails.
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Small-town aspiring singer Ali (Christina Aguilera) doesn’t make an appearance in this rendition of “Welcome to Burlesque” from the movie they did together in 2010. It’s all Cher.
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Cher has worn dozens of headdresses to perform her smash hit, “Half-Breed,” but the song has the same power it did when she first recorded it in 1973.
““WHEN WE FIRST STARTED WORKING TOGETHER, THE IDEAL WAS THE TURNED-UP NOSE, SQUEAKY-CLEAN BLUE-EYED GIRL, AND YET THERE WERE MILLIONS OF GIRLS WHO HAD OLIVE SKIN AND A BIGGER NOSE. CHER GAVE THEM THE FREEDOM TO BE WHO THEY ARE.”—bob mackie
You’d only sung “I Got You Babe” on the road once, and now with Sonny on a huge screen, you’re singing it together again. What prompted you to bring it back? Well, a couple of things. I figured this is probably going to be the last time, no matter what I’m thinking, and I was thinking that he would just love that. I didn’t think I could do it before. I didn’t think I’d actually get through it. And then when we were in rehearsal, just to see if I could get through it, I really enjoyed it. When he died, everything changed. When he was alive, we could fight or do whatever we wanted to, but then all of a sudden he was gone, and it was a big loss—a huge loss. Our marriage was the least important thing that we did together. Was it a revelation when you realized you could get through it? And maybe even have fun with it? Yeah. It was the having fun with it that really changed things. Every night when I do it, I see him and it’s different. Warm. We had rough times, but every time I see him and we’re singing together, I like it. Look, we always had a good time working together. That’s just what Sonny and Cher was. If he came back today, we’d be able to pick up and do the same thing that we did before. Once we were in rehearsal and I realized that it wasn’t scary, and it didn’t make me feel bad, or make me feel sad, I was kind of thrilled because it added something new, and it added something new for me, and it was fun to see him. There’s a clip in the show of you accepting your Oscar, where you said, “I’d never been accepted. I’d succeeded at everything I ever tried but I’d never been part of the group.” But you’re Cher! Is it important to be accepted? It’s not very important to me now, but it was in the beginning. Because you want to be accepted by your peers, except I didn’t have any peers. There was no one welcoming me with open arms, so finally it took me a while to not care. There was always a point in my career, and that never stopped, that I was going to do what I wanted. But I was always going to be terrified to do what I wanted. And so I wanted to do it, and I was afraid, but not afraid enough to not do it. Have the best moments of your career been the ones people would expect? I think that most of the time that’s true, but it’s not true all the time. I did a play on Broadway and it wasn’t a huge success, [Ed Graczyk’s Come Back to the 5 & Dime Jimmy Dean, Jimmy Dean, in 1982,
directed by Robert Altman, a role she later reprised on screen]. But for me it was a milestone, and I got Silkwood from it. And I would have enjoyed it if I hadn’t gotten anything from it because it was just for me exciting and fun and unusual. It was an unbelievable amount of freedom and I loved acting. Sometimes things just come to you and they might not look like what you’re expecting but something makes it special and amazing to you. It feels like there’s a lesson in there… Well, for sure that was a freak. Because I was going to do an audition and then my mother thought I was someplace else and she called Bob Altman and they knew each other. And he said, “What’s Cher doing this year?” and my mom said, “She’s doing this that and the other,” and he called me and he said, “I’m going to send you a script,” and that was the Broadway play. And it was something that opened a door for me that was a whole new chapter of my life and I loved it. Do you love acting for the same reasons you like performing onstage? It’s different. It’s much different. I always say this but I always mean it. Singing is like going to a party at someone else’s house and acting is like throwing the party at your own house. Do you have a favorite part of your show? And a favorite costume? “Burlesque” I like the most. It’s just so much fun and it’s kind of new… like a little baby play. And I love the songs—and it’s choreographed so well. I just really enjoy it. I think the gold dress is really beautiful [worn with a blond wig and a gold halo in “After All”]. I’m singing in the boat. I enjoy the costume-wearing, too. It’s fun to make a storyline that isn’t just music. It’s just like an extra part of performance. It’s not like in a film where you put your work clothes on and it gives you an insight into the character that you wouldn’t otherwise have maybe, but the costumes are kind of like the cherry on the top. You’ve just added 18 shows to your mini-residency. If you were just trying this on for size, it seems to fit. This is more fun than my other experiences because I like this venue so much. It makes me feel happy and excited. It’s a concert venue, so people are able to get up and dance around and be unrestrained. It makes me feel good. I want to see people having fun—it’s my only purpose for being there. I like that so much. I feel just really free.
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DRESSER CONFESSOR Cher’s longtime friend and costume designer Bob Mackie weighs in. You’ve been working with Cher for a long time. Yes, 50 years…terrifying! And we were full-blown adults when we met. Do you have a favorite costume for this show? I don’t have a favorite. Some of the looks go back to the beginning, like the headdress [“Half Breed”], and the bellbottoms [“I Got You Babe”]. The costume she wears for “Woman’s World” is exciting—it’s all turquoise with a big afro, and that’s a whole new costume. And when she comes out on the boat [for “After All,”] she’s like a religious icon. She falls into all these ethnic groups so beautifully—African, Indian, Middle Eastern. You never lose her in a costume. When we first started working together, the ideal was the turned-up nose, squeaky-clean blue-eyed girl, and yet there were millions of girls who had olive skin and a bigger nose. Cher gave them the freedom to be who they are. It’s been said that there are dozens of major fashion moments that wouldn’t have happened without your collaboration with Cher—like the Met Gala dress that Kim Kardashian wore in 2015 inspired by a dress you made for Cher in 1974. In the beginning, she was the only one who [dressed up]. The pop music stars thought it was cool to wear T-shirts—whatever you showed up in. Cher loved getting dressed. Then Madonna, and now Gaga, Pink, J Lo, Britney: Every time they change a song they change their clothes. That Met dress—Cher wore it to the Met Gala in 1974, and I was her date, and the place went crazy. Then, people just wore nice clothes, and now it looks like a costume ball. [Kardashian] didn’t look like Cher. What are your favorite memories of working with Cher through the years? The woman is still the girl she was years ago. Nowadays, she has a little more of an opinion. When she wanted that mohawk for the Academy Awards, she was mad at the Academy because she hadn’t been nominated for Mask. “Don’t you think it’s a little overkill?” I asked. “No, it’ll be fine,” she said. And that picture has shown up every year since 1986.
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GOLD RUSH This season’s tough metallics give gritty glamour to worn-in leathers, butter-soft suedes, and sensual (never slouchy) silhouettes. photography by JEFF CRAWFORD styling by CONNOR CHILDERS
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opposite page: Bustier top, Victoria Beckham (price on request). Barneys New York, Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-629-4200; victoriabeckham.com. Trousers, Michael Kors Collection ($795). Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-7312510; michaelkors.com. Fringe earrings, Ralph Lauren Collection ($650). The Forum Shops Caesars, 702-734-0030; ralphlauren.com. Lars leather lounge chair, Room & Board ($1,299). roomandboard.com
this page: Mini-Falabella box bag, Stella McCartney ($975). The Shops at Crystals, 702-798-5102; stellamccartney.com. Large Dome bangle, Alexis Bittar ($245). Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show, 702-731-3636; neimanmarcus.com. Hadley Bermuda bag, Michael Kors Collection ($990). Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-731-2510; michaelkors.com. Ravello sandal, Bottega Veneta ($670). Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-369-0747; bottegaveneta.com. Sunglasses, Tomas Maier ($230). Neiman Marcus, see above
Jacket ($2,200), bralette ($480), and skirt ($1,800), Bottega Veneta. Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-369-0747; bottegaveneta.com. O-ring stud earrings, Eddie Borgo ($90). Saks Fifth Avenue, Fashion Show, 702-7338300; saks.com. Hammered bronze necklace, Ashley Pittman ($695). Neiman Marcus, Fashion Show, 702-731-3636; neiman marcus.com. Bracelet, Aurélie Bidermann ($290). aureliebidermann.com. 18k yellow-gold and tiger’s-eye Perlée ring, Van Cleef & Arpels ($2,200). The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-6967139; vancleefarpels.com. 18k yellow-gold guilloche and diamond Amulette de Cartier ring, Cartier ($5,500). The Shops at Crystals, 702696-0146; cartier.us. Rafia sandals, Weekend Max Mara ($245). maxmara.com. Lars leather lounge chair, Room & Board ($1,299). roomandboard.com
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Cordelia gold bag, Bally ($1,395). The Shops at Crystals, 702-732-7800; bally.com. Sunglasses, Prada ($360). Sunglass Hut, Fashion Show, 702-7358557; sunglasshut.com. Large medicine pouch, The Row ($3,150). Barneys New York, Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-629-4200; therow.com. Rafia sandals, Weekend Max Mara ($245). maxmara.com. Chet velvet minaudière, Eddie Borgo ($1,490). Saks Fifth Avenue, Fashion Show, 702733-8300; saks.com
Dress, Marni ($5,660). marni.com. 18k yellowgold Perlée rings, Van Cleef & Arpels ($850 and $1,350). The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-696-7139; vancleefarpels.com
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Belt, Gucci ($420). The Shops at Crystals, 702-891-8726; gucci.com. Peking headdress necklace, Lele Sadoughi ($495). Saks Fifth Avenue, Fashion Show, 702-7338300; saks.com. Bag, Giorgio Armani ($2,495). Via Bellagio, 702-8938327; armani.com. Nile small bracelet bag, ChloÊ ($1,450). Wynn Las Vegas, 702-675-9998; chloe.com. Twisted Abaca rug, Serena & Lily ($798—$2,598). serenaandlily.com
Dress ($3,250) and hammered metal earrings ($495), Proenza Schouler. Saks Fifth Avenue, Fashion Show, 702-733-8300; saks.com
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Rope Monogram Petite Malle, Louis Vuitton ($6,600). Wynn Las Vegas, 702-650-9007; louisvuitton.com. Lucia bag, Dolce & Gabbana ($2,295). The Shops at Crystals, 702-431-6614; dolcegabbana.com. Sandal ($740) and bracelets ($750 and $600), Hermès. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-650-3116; hermes.com. Knot earrings, Loewe ($450). Barneys New York, Grand Canal Shops at Venetian and Palazzo, 702629-4200; barneys.com. Twisted Abaca rug, Serena & Lily ($798—$2,598). serenaandlily.com Hair by Andrea Wilson using T3 tools, Living Proof, and NARS Makeup by Ricky Wilson at Ivy Eleven agency using Dior Manicure by Michelle Matthews using Chanel Le Vernis Model: Daria Zhemkova at Muse NYC
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HOLD ON TO WHAT’S LEFT OF YOUR WEEKEND DURING BRUNCH AT BOTTIGLIA.
Brunch in the sunny dining room of Bottiglia in Green Valley Ranch Resort is a sure cure for whatever ails you.
It’s a couple of months before Vegas heats up to approximately one gazillion degrees—otherwise known as Brunch Season. The Tuscany- and Napa-inspired Bottiglia in Green Valley Ranch Resort—with its cheery interior and its convivial patio—is one of the city’s best places to drag your sorry self on Sunday. Whether you’re in recovery mode—ordering specialties like California eggs Benedict with roasted tomato, chicken, and avocado or bright blueberry and lemon ricotta pancakes—or getting a second wind with blood orange mimosas and pitchers of white or red sangria, it’s the perfect way to ease out of the weekend and (sigh) into Monday. Green Valley Ranch, 702-617-7075; bottiglialv.com
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Gold lettering on the windows, Laguiole cutlery, and a central zinc bar epitomize the singular quality of Michael Mina’s elevated French brasserie in Aria, where classics like onion soup are refined with aged Gruyère and Périgord truffles in one of the most romantic and transporting dining rooms in town. INSIDER TIP: Simple roasted chicken? Mina treats his all-natural Hudson Valley heirloom birds like Peking duck—brined, blanched, and hung to dry before being roasted with artisanal soy and vin jaune from France’s Jura region. Aria, 877-230-2742; aria.com
This airy Thomas Keller bistro is hidden away on the 10th floor of the Venezia Tower of Venetian, looking out onto fountains and gardens. In good weather, take your breakfast on the patio; it starts with a basket of fabulously flaky French pastries. (Try the giant, gooey pecan sticky bun.) Venetian, 702-414-6200; venetian.com
ANDIRON STEAK & SEA The high, whitewashed ceilings and relaxed vibe of Elizabeth Blau and chef Kim Canteenwalla’s modern steakhouse recall dining in the Hamptons. It’s all about elevated simplicity, with steaks charred over an apricot wood-burning grill, whole branzino, and seasonal specials. Don’t miss witty starters like Nueske bacon-wrapped matzo balls or the crispy/gooey mac-and-cheese waffle. INSIDER TIP: “Local Love Tuesdays” mean $1 oysters, plus $5 martinis all night in the bar and on the patio.1720 Festival Plaza Dr., Summerlin, 702685-8002; andironsteak.com
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BAZAAR MEAT José Andrés’s elegant ode to carnivores is, as you might expect, all about the meat, with dishes like wild boar sausage and even an entire 10-pound suckling pig. INSIDER TIP: Though the meaty menu can be daunting, the restaurant’s new Bar Centro menu, offered nightly beginning at 5 pm, provides an intro with smaller bites like gazpacho shots, beef tartare sliders, and a just a taste of that suckling pig (in a sandwich).
SLS Las Vegas, 702-761-7610; slslasvegas.com
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The lines to get into “Cake Boss” Buddy Valastro’s Carlo’s Bakery wound through the Venetian when it opened, and his family-style Italian place across the corridor gets the same kind of attention. Can’t-miss favorites include Jersey City-style fried mozzarella named for his Aunt Nina, his grandmother’s meatballs, and My Wife’s Eggplant Parm. Head to Carlo’s Bakery for an after-dinner cannoli. Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702607-2355; buddyvlasvegas.com
Mario Batali and Joe Bastianich’s signature Italian style comes to a carefully curated pretheater menu. Try the simply grilled tagliata di manzo with arugula, meaty homemade tagliatelle Bolognese, and pear budino with whiskey butterscotch (or in warmer weather, the semifreddo). If you’re here for regular dinner service, the reserva steak, aged locally for six to eight months—and with sauces such as truffle vinaigrette and Barolo ristretto—is the must-order. Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-789-4141; carnevino.com
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When Major Food Group launched Carbone in New York’s Greenwich Village, the company envisioned a high-end red sauce restaurant celebrating the distinctive interpretations of Italian food in the five boroughs. It was
The many locations of Chart House across the country serve exceptional seafood and steaks, but only the newest outpost—in Golden Nugget— dazzles with a 75,000-gallon tropical aquarium. INSIDER TIP: Go for lunch and ask for a seat behind the aquarium for one of Las Vegas’s best, and most discreet, power lunches. Golden Nugget Hotel & Casino, 702-3868364; chart-house.com
WHO: Mrs. Nevada-America 2011, influencer, TV personality, philanthropist, style icon. SKIN GAME: “I can’t live without the team at Couture Dermatology and Plastic Surgery (2615 Box Canyon Dr., 702-919-6144; couturemedical.com). They are number 1 in my phone contacts because I’m there every week!” UP-DO: Anna Marie Ramirez at Square Salon (1225 S. Fort Apache Road, #160, 702-2557050; squaresalon.com) is amazing and does it all for me—from cut, color, and extensions to blow-outs and unique up-dos. She will even travel to you!” TACO TUESDAYS: “My family has always loved Lindo Michoacán (10082 Flamingo Promenade Shopping Center and other locations, 702-838-9990; lindomichoacan.com). We dine in, pick up, and have them cater our parties. Because who doesn’t love tacos
COSTA DI MARE Chef Mark LoRusso flies in exquisite seafood and exotic shellfish from Italy daily at this Wynn favorite, where the emphasis is on seasonal and unusual catches. INSIDER TIP: Look for rarities like moleche (Venetian soft-shell crab) in fall and spring, centrolofo (imperial blackfish) in summer, and its legendary live langoustines, whose source ships to only a dozen restaurants in the world. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-770-3305; wynnlasvegas.com
and churros?” ALTERED STATE: “Boutique Stefanovic (1215 S.
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Star chef Emeril Lagasse puts a modern, Creole spin on his own New Orleans steakhouse, a century-old restaurant that he purchased and
gowns and clothes. They are friendly, professional, accommodating, and always get it right the first time.”
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only natural to bring the concept to Vegas—and quadruple the space, of course. Don’t miss the tableside Caesar salad and the immense veal parmigiana, divided into four sections by your Zac Posen tuxedo-clad waiter in the stylish, theater-inspired room in Aria. Aria, 702-590-2663; aria.com
renovated 20 years ago. Cuts like the bone-in rib eye, the Japanese Wagyu, and even a Chateaubriand carved tableside for two are superlative, but don’t miss Lagasse’s classic barbecue shrimp. And the wine selection tops 2,300 bottles. Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-414-3737; venetian.com
food program, chef David Walzog’s relationship with fishermen in Hana, Hawaii, now yields tons of snapper, monchong, shutome, mahi-mahi, and ono, flown straight from the Pacific and sometimes served the day after they were caught. Try a flight of the day-boat fish simply prepared with fennel and citrus, pickled vegetables, and ponzu broth. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-770-3310; wynnlasvegas.com
DOUGIE J’S CAFÉ In a section of Downtown with a dearth of places for a quick bite, this allAmerican café named for a fallen soldier (the son of its original owner) was recently taken over by another veteran, who continues turning out terrific breakfast and lunch specialties, like thick-cut French toast and a juicy barbecue bacon burger—all served with that long-forgotten American favorite: the crispy tater tot. 603 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702-531-6319; dougiejscafe.com
EIFFEL TOWER RESTAURANT Directly facing Bellagio’s fountains, the intimate Eiffel Tower offers traditional French fine dining and one of the most romantic views in Vegas. INSIDER TIP: Call far in advance, ask for table 56 (aka “the proposal table,” the corner spot whose two seats both face the fountains), and order the famous soufflé as soon as you arrive so it will be ready by dessert. Paris Las Vegas, 702-948-6937; parislasvegas.com
ESTIATORIO MILOS This sunlit Greek fine-dining restaurant in Cosmopolitan (an offshoot of its original New York City location) allows diners to choose from piles of fish and live lobsters hauled in from Mediterranean waters. Simply grilled or baked in salt crusts, the seafood is the star, but don’t miss the Milos Special: paper-thin fried chips of zucchini and eggplant in a mound of thick tzatziki. INSIDER TIP: The $29 three-course lunch menu, not at all downsized, is the best lunch deal in town. Cosmopolitan, 702-698-7930; cosmopolitanlasvegas.com
GORDON RAMSAY FISH & CHIPS Batter up! Fried British fare never
LAVO Find unpretentious Italian standards at Lavo, famous for its bottomless brunch and dishes like lobster eggs Benedict. Now a hybrid private gaming room and sexy Italian lounge with bottle service, its weekend Casino Club brings food and beverages right to your reserved gaming table via a butler-steered cart. Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-791-1800; venetian.com
The signature Mizuhiki Caesar salad at Morimoto Las Vegas.
tasted so good, from fresh cod filets to sausage and “dirty” chips to bangers and mash, at Ramsay’s traditional takeaway-style “chippy.” The Linq, 702-322-0529; thelinq.com
HERRINGBONE Star chef Brian Malarkey’s fish restaurant with La Jolla roots takes the relaxed, ocean-to-table concept to a new level with beach-chic décor and live music on a patio overlooking Aria’s pool. Big group? Order a “yacht” of a dozen oysters, Alaskan king crab, Maine lobsters, and jumbo shrimp. Aria, 702-590-9898; aria.com
JOËL ROBUCHON At this mecca of haute cuisine, diners start with Dungeness crab, lobster gelée, and fennel cream topped with osetra caviar—which helps explain why this is the sole Michelin three-star restaurant in Vegas. Enjoy the 16-course tasting that follows from a private booth or the Garden Terrace. MGM Grand,702-891-7925; mgmgrand.com
KITCHEN TABLE Passionate local gourmands flock to this
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unassuming rustic Henderson kitchen, where the chef (whose roots are in fine dining) elevates the fresh, simple dishes of his El Paso childhood. Look for a decidedly unvirtuous doughnut sandwich (filled with bacon, fried egg, and Irish cheddar) and smoked pork belly eggs Benedict with jalapeño hollandaise. 1716 Horizon Ridge Pkwy., 702-478-4782; kitchentablelv.com
LAGO BY JULIAN SERRANO This contemporary Italian restaurant features a crisp white design by Munge Leung, inspired by early-20th-century Italian Futurism. The patio tables are practically in the mist of Bellagio’s fountains, while Michelin-starred chef Julian Serrano offers tapas-style Mediterranean dishes such as an exceptional red wine risotto, simply grilled langoustines, and crudo with blood orange. INSIDER TIP: Call ahead and ask for table 80, closest to the fountains. Bellagio, 702-693-8865; bellagio.com
LAKESIDE While the aptly named Wynn restaurant—located on the surreal Lake of Dreams—has always had a terrific sea-
This opulent, Adam Tihany-designed French restaurant is as impeccable as when it first opened more than 15 years ago—modeled, of course, on Sirio Maccioni’s New York landmark. For the full experience, order the 10-course Prestige menu, saving room for the theatrical boule au chocolat. Bellagio, 702-693-8100; bellagio.com
LIBERTINE SOCIAL This bar-meets-kitchen-meets-hangout space dishes up specialties from chef Shawn McClain, like his Modern Fried Egg, cooked sous vide with sweet corn custard, topped with American sturgeon caviar, and served in its own shell. Also don’t miss the barrel-aged and draft cocktails and the history-inspired punches. Mandalay Bay, 877-632-7800; mandalaybay.com
MIZUMI The Kobe Beef Federation has granted only three licenses in the United States, and Wynn holds one of them. But at Mizumi, the teppan and sushi restaurant with its own waterfall and private outdoor floating pagoda table, chef Devon Hashimoto goes a step further, serving Hokkaido Snow Beef (even rarer than Kobe), produced by just one farmer on the snowy Japanese
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island of Hokkaido. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-770-3320; wynnlasvegas.com
MORIMOTO LAS VEGAS Masahuru Morimoto’s long-awaited Vegas outpost swankily serves up the original Iron Chef’s famous teppanyaki, Wagyu beef sukiyaki, soups, pork belly, and some Vegas exclusives in a sleek, Yabu Pushelberg-designed room. MGM Grand, 702-891-3001; mgmgrand.com
NOBU Nobu Matsuhisa’s Caesars Palace restaurant—which anchors his own hotel tower—was the first Nobu in the US to offer teppanyaki, as well as signature dishes like his famous black cod miso and his squid “pasta,” all in the dining room David Rockwell designed to make you feel as if you’re inside a Japanese ikebana basket. (Look for the “tea whisk” light fixtures.) Caesars Palace, 702-785-6628; caesars.com
OTHER MAMA Chef-owner Dan Krohmer, who has worked with Masaharu Morimoto and toured as a chef for rock stars (T-Swift!
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SPAGO Gourmet dishes like smoked salmon pizza and fresh salads—plus a devoted following of local socialites and power brokers—makes Wolfgang Puck’s original Vegas outpost one of the Strip’s best options for closing a deal over lunch. The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-369-6300; caesars.com
SUGARCANE RAW BAR GRILL The Vegas location of the James Beard Award-nominated Miami hot spot debuted in November. Early favorites include the sea urchin tostada and shellfish hot pot rice with clams, cuttlefish, and Alaskan king crab. Venetian, 702-414-4525; venetian.com
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Jay Z!), combines a casual aesthetic with pristine, spot-on oysters and sashimi served with innovative cocktails. Hidden in a west-side strip mall, its only marketing through word-of-mouth, it’s become a favorite of gourmands and off-the-clock chefs. 3655 S. Durango Blvd., 702-463-8382; othermamalv.com
Not-to-miss items at Rivea include tangy Provençal caponata and a lobster and purple artichoke salad whose vibrancy rivals the spectacular view of the mountains and the Strip from your perch on the 64th floor. Be sure to try the crispy socca (the chickpea street food sold in the South of France) for a feeling of endless summer on the Riviera. Delano Las Vegas, 702-6327888; delanolasvegas.com
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Run by Spanish favorite son Julian Serrano, Bellagio’s AAA and Forbes Travel Guide five-star-rated fine dining destination is also graced by the work of another famous Spaniard. Authentic Pablo Picasso paintings and ceramics are a gorgeous accompaniment to Serrano’s own works of art: regional Spanish and French dishes such as pan-seared U10 day-boat scallops with silky potato mousseline and jus de veau, served with a spectacular view of the fountains. Bellagio, 888987-6667; bellagio.com
Chef Rick Moonen—often called the “godfather of sustainability” in seafood circles—indulges his love of comfort food in a steampunk-themed room upstairs from his RM Seafood, complete with an alchemy bar and “nourishment chart.” Don’t miss witty bites like Devils on Horseback (dates stuffed with Shaft’s blue cheese and wrapped in smoked bacon), chicken pot pie nuggets, and duck confit poutine. Mandalay Bay, 702-632-9300; mandalaybay.com
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Specializing in robata and oden cooking, this Japanese grill, which has been nominated for a number of James Beard Awards, is well-known to gour-
The refined Southern Italian offerings at this Red Rock hot spot range from pastas prepared tableside to a whole, salt-roasted branzino to
SW STEAKHOUSE Overlooking Wynn’s Lake of Dreams, SW Steakhouse is one of a small handful of restaurants in the country to serve certified-authentic Kobe beef. INSIDER TIP: Like the comfortable dining room chairs? So does hotel mogul Steve Wynn. He’s had them shipped to his offices around the world and to SW in Wynn Palace in Cotai. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-7703325; wynnlasvegas.com
TWIST Pierre Gagnaire’s Mandarin Oriental restaurant—his only presence in the States—offers whimsical, modern takes on French fare (broccoli ice cream, anyone?). Mandarin Oriental, 888-881-9367; mandarinoriental.com
VERANDA The ideal brunch destination (in -the-know guests go for the mini doughnut machine) also hosts afternoon tea and has an intimate lounge on its lush, pool-facing patio. While it’s also a great power breakfast and lunch spot, its secret strength is as a sanctuary from Vegas’s evening chaos. The Four Seasons, 702-6325121; fourseasons.com
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Summer in a glass: the Orchard martini at Parasol Up.
Chef Guy Savoy attracts serious foodies with his traditional nine-course menu and his playful, 13-course Innovation menu, featuring fanciful creations like spot prawns in a “sweet and sour fishnet” of mesh-cut daikons. INSIDER TIP: Savoy’s new Caviar Room offers guests a taste of legendary dishes—like his Colors of Caviar, paired with a Krug or Belvedere martini—without booking an entire evening’s experience. Caesars Palace, 702-731-7286; caesars.com
Nutella-stuffed bomboloni. Red Rock Casino, Resort & Spa, 702-797-7311; redrock.sclv.com
BARS & LOUNGES CASA FUENTE CIGARS At a decade old, Casa Fuente is an institution in The Forum Shops. Those who are serious about their cigars can choose from the selection in the walk-in humidor and belly up to the bar in the newly renovated space for an unusual assortment of cocktails and spirits, including Casa Fuente’s own Kavalan Sherry Cask Strength Whisky and Jack Daniel’s Casa Fuente Single Barrel Whiskey. The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-731-5051; casafuente.com
CENTER BAR A legend in its own right for 20 years and counting, Hard Rock’s celebfavorite Center Bar is back and better than ever after undergoing a full-scale renovation. Expect rock stars. Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, 702-693-5000; hardrockhotel.com
CLIQUE BAR & LOUNGE A distinct counterpoint to the Cosmopolitan’s high-energy club scene, Clique offers light bites and tableside cocktail service in a sexy, matte black and shimmering gold room inspired by women’s jewelry and boasting a dramatic backlit bar. Cosmopolitan, 702-698-7939; cosmopolitanlasvegas.com
FRANKIE’S TIKI ROOM Down authentic (and authentically strong) tiki drinks in a retro space with hand-carved furnishings, vintage posters, and an exotic soundtrack. You’ll find original carvings by Tiki Bosko (who made art for the Tropicana) and Leroy Schmaltz, the king of tiki carvers. 1712 W. Charleston Blvd., 702-385-3110; frankiestikiroom.com
FRANKLIN While the Delano celebrates its desert surroundings with neutral décor that brings the outdoors in, the hotel’s lobby bar, Franklin, provides a lush, modern contrast with dark leather furniture, warm wood walls, gold accents, and a fireplace. Delano Las Vegas, 702-632-7888; delanolasvegas.com
THE GOLDEN TIKI Located in Chinatown, the newer of Vegas’s two favorite tiki bars features tropical drinks, talking tiki statues, and a giant conch shell. Look for “shrunken heads” of local celebs. 3939 Spring Mountain Road, 702-222-3196; thegoldentiki.com
HERBS & RYE From Gothic “alcoholic remedies” to quaffs from the Golden Age to the perfect Sazerac, Herbs & Rye is
darkly and wittily vintage. Owner and award-winning mixologist Nectaly Mendoza’s place is where the industry goes at the end of the night to take the edge off. 3713 W. Sahara Ave., 702982-8036; herbsandrye.com
MANDARIN BAR Unofficially called “The Edge” due to its perch in one of the hotel’s particularly sharp corners, Mandarin Bar’s VIP area requires advance booking, so call ahead to relish the awesome 23rd-floor views afforded by three walls of floor-to-ceiling windows. Mandarin Oriental, 888-881-9367; mandarinoriental.com
PARASOL UP With colorful fabrics and hanging lanterns, this casino-level lounge just underwent a million-dollar renovation and still offers some of the best peoplewatching in Las Vegas. The updated drink menu features five barrel-aged craft cocktails available on draft. The bar’s counterpart, Parasol Down (an escalator ride away), overlooks Wynn’s picturesque Lake of Dreams. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-770-3392; wynnlasvegas.com
PETROSSIAN BAR Just like its New York sibling,
Petrossian Bar celebrates caviar and vodka in a loungey atmosphere (prepare for conspicuous consumption; it’s right on the edge of the casino floor). INSIDER TIP: Petrossian also has one of the most civilized high teas in town: Think fresh scones and clotted cream accompanied by a pianist commanding the one-of-a-kind Steinway. Bellagio, 702-693-6163; bellagio.com
SKYFALL LOUNGE This jewel-toned bar and lounge, which connects with Alain Ducasse’s vertiginous restaurant Rivea, is one of the best places on the Strip to settle in for the living theater that is a flaming Las Vegas sunset over the Red Rock Canyon Conservation Area. Do it with a cocktail from the bar menu (perhaps from the Shaken and Stirred category). Delano Las Vegas, 702-
632-7575; delanolasvegas.com VELVETEEN RABBIT The Downtown bar, run by two sisters, is filled with Victorian furniture and features stylistic quirks like draft-beer pulls fashioned from old wooden mannequin hands. The cocktail list includes such unusual concoctions as The Ghost Next Door (fig-infused tequila, banana syrup, Aztec chocolate bitters, and biscotti “mist”) and the
WHO: SVP and chief marketing officer, Vegas Golden Knights NHL THE DORSEY For those who love a classic, laborintensive mixed drink formulated by a famed master mixologist (and with a minimum of electronic dance music), enter The Dorsey, whose cocktails are designed by Sam Ross of Attaboy and Milk & Honey. Don’t miss the Penicillin, a smoky-sweet remedy for everything— made with single-malt and blended Scotch, honey, ginger, and lemon. Venetian, 866-659-9643; venetian.com
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TENNIS, ANYONE? “The indoor courts at Life Time Green Valley (121 Carnegie St., Henderson, 702-802-7300; lifetimefitness.com) have great tennis viewing galleries and the service of a high-end health club.” SUIT UP: “Suitsupply (The Grand Canal Shoppes, 702-359-6100; suitsupply.com) is my new favorite place to buy suits. It combines a highly personalized in-store experience with endless e-commerce inventory and no pretension.” CA-NOODLING: “I’ve loved Wazuzu (Encore, 702-770-5388; wynnlasvegas.com) pan-Asian cuisine for years. When I worked at Wynn, it was my go-to spot for business lunches because of the small dining room
FIZZ David Furnish and Elton John’s two-story Champagne bar is an exquisite blend of ’70s-style bronze accents and faux-fur prints. Caesars Palace, 702-776-3200; caesars.com
and fast but impeccable service.” BEST PLACE TO SPEND FRIDAY NIGHT: “At T-Mobile Arena (3780 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702-692-1600; t-mobilearena.com) for a Golden Knights game this October, of course. The $375 million arena is state of the art and the perfect home for such a game-changing tourism driver as the city’s first major pro sports team.”
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VICE VERSA PATIO & LOUNGE Vdara’s fireside patio bar is a perfect place for cocktails and light bites before a night on the town. Vdara, 702-590-2312; vdara.com
HYDE BELLAGIO Perched on the bank of Bellagio’s famous lake, this Philippe Starckdesigned nightclub is best known for its sprawling patio terrace and fountain views. The table located front and center is the one to reserve; various packages will give you the honor of pressing the fountains’ red button. Bellagio, 702-693-8700; bellagio.com
INTRIGUE VISTA COCKTAIL LOUNGE This glittery cocktail lounge features a rotating display of cityscapes from around the world. Caesars Palace, 702-731-7852; caesars.com
CLUBS, ARENAS & NIGHTLIFE BROOKLYN BOWL This cornerstone of The Linq combines a bowling alley with a restaurant and concert hall in one of the best freefor-all venues in Vegas. You can eat virtually anywhere in the cavernous space (Blue Ribbon comfort food, copious beers on tap), all while you bowl and listen to live music. The Linq, 702-862-2695; thelinq.com
DRAI’S NIGHTCLUB Victor Drai is credited with launching the nightclub scene in Las Vegas, and his after-hours basement club in Bill’s Gamblin’ Saloon was legendary. Bill’s is now The Cromwell, and Drai has created a glowing party scene on the roof, which has 150 VIP tables, eight pools, night swimming parties, and incredible live music. The Cromwell, 702-777-3800; thecromwell.com
This Wynn nightspot comes complete with a waterfall, a glass-enclosed patio, and a club-within-a-club, The Living Room, for VIP guests. INSIDER TIP: Want to escape prying eyes? The Living Room has a strict “no social media” policy. Wynn Las Vegas, 702770-7300; wynnlasvegas.com
JEWEL NIGHTCLUB The small (by Vegas standards) Jewel, Hakkasan Group’s latest Las Vegas venture, is accessed through tunnel-like bronze arches. Inside, the vibrant room has a dramatic staircase that leads to five themed VIP boxes with a bird’seye view of the action below. Aria, 702-590-8000; jewelnightclub.com
MARQUEE NIGHTCLUB The venue that reinvigorated Vegas’s nightclub scene remains one of the most popular spots to catch EDM, rap, and hip-hop acts. Reserve bottle service or escape to The Library, with its fireplace,
book-lined walls, and sexy-librarian servers. Cosmopolitan, 702-333-9000; cosmopolitanlasvegas.com
OMNIA NIGHTCLUB Omnia is a massive showcase for celebrity DJs (think Calvin Harris, Zedd, Afrojack)—a four-story room modeled after a European opera house, surrounded by mezzanine-level private booths. A sleek rooftop welcomes those who seek a calmer environment. Caesars Palace, 702785-6200; caesars.com
THE PARK This outdoor dining and entertainment complex transform the Strip into a walkable, social district (with an assist from its first public park). Landscaped with native desert greenery, it features public art (including Marco Cochrane’s exuberant Bliss Dance), a concert venue, restaurants, and pedestrian spaces. 3782 Las Vegas Blvd. S.; 702-6937275; theparkvegas.com
PARK THEATER The 5,000-seat stadium inside Monte Carlo Resort & Casino opened with Stevie Nicks and the Pretenders and will host residencies by Cher, Bruno Mars, and Ricky Martin, among others, in 2017. Check out the 40-by-80-foot LED backdrop behind a stage that’s wider than the Colosseum’s. Monte Carlo, 844-600-7275; montecarlo.com
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Alternative rock meets old-school jazz inside this laid-back lounge on the ground floor of SLS Las Vegas. At 4,700 square feet, with room for only 250 people plus limited VIPs, it’s one of the most intimate venues on the Strip. SLS Las Vegas, 702-761-7618; slslasvegas.com
T-MOBILE ARENA Outside the Strip’s new 20,000-seat arena, high-tech LED surfacing doubles as an evolving billboard for the many high-profile events that occupy the venue—a joint venture of MGM Resorts and AEG Live. Inside, college basketball, UFC, and huge concerts fill the massive space—and soon NHL hockey. 3780 Arena Dr., 844-5827362; t-mobilearena.com
TAO NIGHTCLUB After more than 10 years, Venetian’s Asian-inspired club, Tao, continues to appeal to the celebrity set. Kardashians abound. INSIDER TIP: Since Tao has orchestrated so many bachelor/ette parties, it now has entire departments to help plan them for you. Venetian, 702-388-8588; venetian.com
XS The most expensive nightclub ever built when it opened in 2008, the aptly named XS is also one of the topgrossing clubs in the world. Look for a gold bas-relief entryway, gold-plated chandeliers, and gold-embossed crocodile VIP booths. Alesso, Diplo, Marshmello, the Chainsmokers, and more will be holding court here in 2017. Encore Las Vegas, 702-7700097; wynnlasvegas.com
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HAKKASAN NIGHTCLUB While other Hakkasan restaurants the world over get clubbier as the night wears on, the Vegas location combines its restaurant with a 75,000-square-foot, five-floor nightclub. In other words, come for dinner, stay all night. The winning DJ lineup includes Zedd, Steve Aoki, Harwell, Tiësto, and the newest resident, Kaskade. MGM Grand, 702-891-3838; mgmgrand.com
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Yellowtail crudo at Le Cirque.
In partnership with museums (including Boston’s MFA and the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego) and foundations around the globe, the BGFA is the city’s foremost destination
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MOB MUSEUM The Mob Museum, housed in the former post office and federal courthouse where the Kefauver Committee hearings of 1950-51 drew national attention to organized crime, has provided visitors with a fascinating look at the history of organized crime and law enforcement since it opened in 2012. To celebrate, the museum has added a few artifacts, like the actual wall from the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre, where seven associates of notorious Chicago mobster Bugs Moran were gunned down 88 years ago. Not every institution toasts an anniversary with coroner’s reports, ballistic analyses, and bullets removed from the bodies of victims, but then, they do things a little differently at the Mob Museum. Don’t miss: Al Capone’s revolver, on loan through 2017. 300 Stewart Ave., 702-229-2734; themobmuseum.org
DISCOVERY CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Even the local children’s museum has flash to spare in Las Vegas. Here, visiting young ones can create computer art, play the laser harp, enter into the virtual eye of a hurricane, and even earn a paycheck working in the ecofriendly Green Village. 360 Promenade Place, Downtown; 702-382-3445; discoverykidslv.org
MARJORIE BARRICK MUSEUM OF ART The Marjorie Barrick Museum, part of the University of Las Vegas’s College of Fine Arts, houses pre-Columbian art
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and cultural objects from the American Southwest and Mesoamerica, as well as contemporary art from artists associated with the Las Vegas valley. 4505 S. Maryland Pkwy, 702-895-3381; unlv.edu/barrickmuseum
NATIONAL ATOMIC TESTING MUSEUM This surprising and engaging institution—a Smithsonian affiliate—tracks the development of the US nuclear program from the Manhattan Project through today. Don’t miss the simulator that allows you to experience bomb testing as Vegas residents used to—from an “outdoor” seat looking out onto the action. 755 E. Flamingo Road, 702-794-5151; nationalatomictesting museum.org
THE NEON MUSEUM The so-called “neon boneyard” has housed more than 80 relics of Vegas’s neon sign history since it opened in 1996. Fronting it all is the beautifully restored La Concha, an iconic midcentury hotel moved here to serve as the quirky cultural site’s visitors center. INSIDER TIP: For extra drama, reserve a night tour, when the neon signs are all lit up from below for show. 770 Las Vegas Blvd. N., 702-3876366; neonmuseum.org
THE SMITH CENTER Downtown’s performing arts center is home to the Las Vegas Philharmonic, Nevada Ballet Theatre, and dedicated Broadway and Cabaret Jazz programs. The Art Deco-style masterpiece also
hosts a fantastic lineup of traveling Broadway shows, visiting orchestras, and more. 361 Symphony Park Ave., 702-749-2000; thesmithcenter.com
SPRINGS PRESERVE This 180-acre, $250 million Mojave Desert preserve, three miles west of the Strip, takes visitors through galleries, botanical gardens, and a living collection of Gila monsters, foxes, and that other kind of Vegas nightlife—nocturnal critters like recluse spiders, sidewinders, and black widows. The best biological resource in southern Nevada, it’s also one of the state’s oldest archaeological treasures: Nomadic Native American tribes lived at the Springs 12,000 years ago. 333 S. Valley View Blvd., 702822-7700; springspreserve.org
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In Vegas, we love our bling big and extra brilliant—even better if a diamond’s cut makes it appear even bigger and brighter. Enter the Ashoka, a patented diamond cut that looks 30 percent larger than an emerald cut of the same carat weight because its 62 facets create a crazy-brilliant prismatic effect. Perhaps best described as an elongated antique cushion cut, the Ashoka was inspired by a 41.37-carat, D flawless diamond discovered in Southern India and later named for an ancient Indian emperor. Recently, Kwiat became the exclusive US distributor of the proprietary diamond brand. And if you’re shopping in Las Vegas, you’ll only find it in Bellusso Jewelers in Grand Canal Shoppes. Nothing says love like a diamond that took up to six months to cut. The Grand Canal Shoppes, Palazzo; 702-650-2988; bellussojewelers.com The original mystical, flawless Ashoka diamond was said to banish sorrow. We’re guessing this one has the same magical powers.
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host, former Miss France. LOCAL SPA: “The Spa at Green Valley Ranch
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN
(2300 Paseo Verde Pkwy, Henderson, 702-617-7777; greenvalleyranch
The only Alexander McQueen boutique in Las Vegas stocks the brand’s bold collections of apparel, accessories, and eyewear for men and women. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-7703490; alexandermcqueen.com
natural beauty care brand; cofounder of Le Bonnes Fees, a French charity
.sclv.com) is my go-to for pampering. They have a great selection of skin rituals, and their therapists are very professional.” BREAKFAST—OR BRUNCH!—OF CHAMPIONS: “Pick whatever you want from the menu at Kitchen Table (1716 W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy., Henderson, 702-478-4782; kitchentablelv.com); you’ll never be disappointed. They also have a cute little
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outdoor patio where the kids can play.” SHOP LOCAL: “If you are looking
Any Brioni custom suit-buying experience feels luxurious, thanks to the brand’s knowledgeable salespeople, master tailors, 1,500 fabric choices, and nearly endless styling options. INSIDER TIP: This location offers a virtual reality “mirror” that allows buyers to see a simulation of them in their custom suit before committing. Wynn Las Vegas, 702770-3440; brioni.com/us
for a one-of-a-kind pair of shoes, you need to check out Chloe Gosselin’s website (chloegosselin.com). Her taste is flawless.” Specialty foods: “You have to know about it to find it, but Artisanal Foods (2053 E. Pama Lane, 702-436-4252; artisanalfoods.com) has everything from caviar to Italian truffles. You can always find something to impress your dinner guests there.”
SHOPPING DESTINATIONS THE ATRIUM AT THE PALAZZO The Atrium, a one-stop shop for all things chic from accessories and fine jewelry to beauty and fragrance puts a dazzling array of brands all together for ultimate convenience. Look for Dior and Salvatore Ferragamo in the 16,000square-foot space, and a glam aesthetic to showcase them. The Palazzo, 866-659-9643; palazzo.com
THE DISTRICT AT GREEN VALLEY RANCH The mixed-use District is a pedestrian zone adjacent to Green Valley Ranch for fashion, home, and dining that embodies Las Vegans’ love of strolling and dining outdoors. 2240 Village Walk Dr., Henderson, 702-564-8595; shopthedistrictgvr.com
DOWNTOWN SUMMERLIN Summerlin’s massive—and growing— mixed-use district houses more than 100 big-name brands, including stalwarts like Apple, Macy’s, and Sephora, plus a varied restaurant scene. 1980 Festival Plaza Dr., 702-8321000; downtownsummerlin.com
THE ESPLANADES AT WYNN AND ENCORE Wynn and Encore’s elegant retail Esplanades are packed with luxury superstars (Chanel, Givenchy, Cartier, Dior) and entirely original retail concepts such as the impeccably curated Wynn Collection and an over-the-top destination for kids, Tiny Treasures. 702-770-7070; wynnlasvegas.com
FASHION SHOW One of the Strip’s premier retail destinations, Fashion Show mall features more than 250 shops, anchored by the city’s only Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, and Saks Fifth Avenue stores. A recent expansion puts its Stripside patio to good use for dining venues. 702-369-8382; thefashionshow.com
THE FORUM SHOPS AT CAESARS The iconic mall that introduced small luxury boutique shopping to Vegas is now the exclusive home to designers Alexis Bittar, Charlotte Olympia, and Mulberry, among others. INSIDER TIP: Though the retail is high end, there’s plenty for kids to love—look for the giant aquarium near Cheesecake Factory. 702-893-4800; simon.com
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Venetian and Palazzo’s vast retail experience offers more than 150 signature stores, including Vegas’s sole Barneys New York. 702-414-4525; grandcanalshoppes.com
In addition to casual clothing and accessories, Canali’s Grand Canal Shoppes outpost also offers the brand’s made-to-measure suiting experience. Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-862-4447; canali.com
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Connected to Planet Hollywood, this 200-brand mall’s boutiques spread across more than a mile of prime Strip real estate. 702-866-0704; miraclemileshopslv.com
Wynn and Encore offer a double dose of must-have handbags, fragrances, fine jewelry, and ready-to-wear apparel from the legendary house, with fine jewelry in Encore, and RTW in Wynn. Wynn and Encore Las Vegas, 702-7705458; chanel.com
THE SHOPS AT CRYSTALS This jewel-like retail mecca caters to VIPs with exclusive luxury boutiques (think Lanvin, Miu Miu, and Stella McCartney), multilingual concierge services, and other top-tier amenities. 702-590-9299; theshopsatcrystals.com
CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN From sandals to spike-heeled stilettos, Christian Louboutin at The Forum Shops offers an impressive assortment of the brand’s eye-catching red-soled shoes. The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702818-8444; christianlouboutin.com
TIVOLI VILLAGE Just north of Summerlin, this outdoor Old World-style, cobblestone-paved shopping village has a remarkable mix of retailers, from the 70,000-square-foot RH Gallery to Vegas exclusive boutiques such as Vasari. 440 S. Rampart Blvd., 702-570-7400; tivolivillagelv.com
DOLCE & GABBANA The legendary Italian fashion house’s Crystals boutique has one of the best Dolce & Gabbana collections in the world, since high volume and a destination store attract all the newest inventory. The Shops at Crystals, 702-431-6614; dolcegabbana.com
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All 14 categories of Hermès products, from fine silk scarves to leather bags like the Birkin, are represented at the French label’s Shops at Crystals boutique. The Shops at Crystals, 702-893-8900; hermes.com
In Prada’s Wynn store, designed by Roberto Baciocchi to recall the brand’s first boutique in Milan’s Galleria, you’ll find all of Prada’s RTW favorites. Unlike other stores, however, a special little green fabric-clad and mirrored room contains the label’s made-toorder table. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-770-3495; prada.com
the dresses in action on a life-size video screen—with a “runway” right in front so you can join in the fun. Fashion Show, 702-733-6071; tadashishoji.com
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Diane von Furstenberg offers a tightly edited presentation of her iconic wrap dresses, scarves, and accessories. Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-818-2294; dvf.com
The Shops at Crystals Loro Piana location includes all the unparalleled baby cashmere sweaters for which the brand is known, plus clothing made from merino wools from Australia and New Zealand, vicuña from Argentina and Peru, and even lotus flower fibers from Burma. The Shops at Crystals, 702-590-9299; loropiana.com
Attention-getting accessories and clothing—think flowing maxi dresses in exotic patterns and animal prints—are perfect for the modern-day jet set. Even more perfect: trying them on and walking the in-store runway. The Shops at Crystals, 702-736-7300; robertocavalli.com
This chic Wynn boutique just received a revamp with décor from contemporary artists including Laurent Chauvat, Christopher Schanck, David Hayman, and Christophe Delcourt, all the better to showcase apparel, plus shoes and accessories that are themselves works of art. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-770-3496; dior.com
ERMENEGILDO ZEGNA Italy’s leading men’s luxury brand specializes in tailor-made suiting and sportswear, plus shoes, leather goods, and eyewear. The Shops at Crystals, 702-891-8726; zegna.com
GIORGIO ARMANI Shop finely crafted ready-to-wear apparel and accessories for men and women from one of fashion’s most enduringly popular designers. The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-904-7741; armani.com
GIUSEPPE ZANOTTI The celebrity-favorite footwear designer offers a Vegas-perfect selection of sky-high stilettos and embellished heels. The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-866-0055; giuseppezanottidesign.com
boutique. The Shops at Crystals, 702-730-1946; gucci.com
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VASARI Ever wonder where Las Vegas’s socialites go when they need a little style assistance? Their secret weapon is Ardi Najmabadi at Vasari, a genius at assessing body type and making his devoted following look effortlessly stylish. 410 S. Rampart Blvd., Ste. #150, 702-597-9500; tivolivillagelv.com
This flagship is the first US store to see Sergio Rossi’s “Front Stage/Back Stage” concept, where, front-and-center, brass-and-glass sculptural displays and black-and-white herringbone floors showcase the colorful heels that so epitomize the gloss and glam of Vegas. The Shops at Crystals, 702-734-0991; sergiorossi.com
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Timeless leather bags, shoes, and ready-to-wear clothing—including exclusive-to-Vegas pieces—reign at one of England’s premier retail titans. The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-3820496; mulberry.com
Beyond the sexy Stella creations at its Crystals boutique, an added draw is Lucky Spot, a chandelier created with 7,000 Swarovski crystals to form a three-dimensional horse. The Shops at Crystals, 702-798-5102; stellamccartney.com
The bright, salon-like boutique, a Wynn original, is quickly becoming one of the retail-heavy Wynn’s main attractions. Designers in the tightly curated store include Alaia, Jason Wu, Naeem Khan, Valentino, John Varvatos, and more. Made-for-Wynn exclusives include exotic skin bags by Analeena. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-7703545; wynnlasvegas.com
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In 2014, Givenchy opened its first US flagship since it pulled up stakes in 2008. The store is flooded with natural light and, with a terrace overlooking the lake, has an entrance made of American white marble with handinlaid Tunisian black marble podiums—all the better to house the precious fashion within. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-737-1091; givenchy.com
Amsterdam label Suitsupply’s Las Vegas location carries everything from suits and blazers to shirts, shoes, and accessories, but its best feature is its made-to-measure services. The tailoring bar situated right in front allows men to stroll in and emerge soon after with a perfectly tailored look. Grand Canal Shoppes, 702-359-6100; suitsupply.com
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Multitalented designer Tom Ford presents a dramatic display of ready-to-wear apparel, fragrances, and cosmetics, plus a made-to-measure suiting program for men. The Shops at Crystals, 702-740-2940; tomford.com
Vuitton’s Crystals flagship is the largest in the United States. Beyond the massive assortment of the brand’s coveted bags, luggage, and apparel, you’ll find VIP rooms and a roulette wheel-inspired table displaying womenswear. The Shops at Crystals, 702-262-6262; louisvuitton.com
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Gucci’s fantasy world, as imagined by the brand’s current creative director, Alessandro Michele, comes alive as one of the focal points of its Crystals
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Gorgeous, ready-to-wear cocktail dresses and gowns make this store one of the best places to shop should you have an impromptu wedding to attend.
VERSACE The storied Italian label’s 2,500square-foot boutique at Crystals offers ready-to-wear apparel for both men and women, as well as fragrances, fine jewelry, and timepieces. The Shops at Crystals, 702-933-7951; versace.com
JEWELRY & WATCHES AUDEMARS PIGUET Ultraluxe Swiss-made watches dazzle at this legendary company known for its complex mechanical timepieces. The Shops at Crystals, 702-889-8828; audemarspiguet.com
BELLUSSO JEWELERS The Strip’s leading jewelry and watch boutique carries brands from Greubel
Forsey to Harry Winston and Vacheron Constantin. Grand Canal Shoppes at Venetian and Palazzo, 702-650-2988; bellussojewelers.com
BULGARI The Italian luxury brand’s Crystals boutique features two sides: one dedicated to jewelry and watches, and another showcasing accessories and leather goods. The Shops at Crystals, 702-583-4747; bulgari.com
CARTIER An extraordinary assortment of one-of-a-kind designs and pieces from the Panthère, Love, and Trinity collections, among others, awaits at this Art Deco-inspired boutique. INSIDER TIP: The Wynn location is one of the few in the world to carry the limited-edition, 30-piece Ballon Bleu de Cartier Vibrating Setting watch. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-696-0146; cartier.com
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The New York-based jeweler’s intimate Bellagio salon is a trove of spectacular diamond-bedecked pieces, including rings, pendants, and watches. Bellagio, 702-479-2479; harrywinston.com
Rolex’s Wynn store is the brand’s only dedicated boutique in Vegas and features both contemporary pieces and an exhibition of vintage Rolexes. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-770-3560; rolex.com
The sparkling array of fine jewelry at Van Cleef & Arpels’s biggest US boutique includes pieces inspired by nature, fashion, and the arts. INSIDER TIP: A special back room holds rare inventory and will even stay open late for VIP guests. The Shops at Crystals, 702-560-6556; vancleefarpels.com
TIFFANY & CO. HOROLOGIO FINE WATCHES This destination shop carries limited-edition timepieces from brands such as Breitling, Jaquet Droz, and Shinola. Grand Canal Shoppes, 702-733-0016; horologio.com
Find archival and contemporary creations, including the jeweler’s beloved diamond engagement rings, inside this massive two-level boutique. INSIDER TIP: Tiffany & Co. at Crystals has its own in-store proposal balcony. The Shops at Crystals, 702-545-9090; tiffany.com
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Watch lovers make pilgrimages to this location of Richard Mille, the Swiss timepiece maker that broke new ground in 2001with its technologically advanced, watches. Architectural in feel, they’re the best in haute horlogerie. The Shops at Crystals, 702-588-7272; richardmille.com
The largest Tourbillon boutique in the world showcases some of Swatch Group’s most prestigious brands, from Breguet and Blancpain to Jaquet Droz and Omega. The Shops at Crystals, 702-597-0284; tourbillon.com
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Inside Graff’s dazzling Wynn showroom, enjoy an unparalleled selection of rare gemstones and diamonds of all colors and sizes. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-770-3494; graffdiamonds.com
Romantic, classically inspired pieces made from 18k gold, diamonds, and colored gemstones abound at this minimalist Caesars boutique. Caesars Palace, 702-731-7094; robertocoin.com
TOURNEAU Explore an expansive collection of new and certified pre-owned watches from Breitling, Cartier, and Rolex, among others. On-site experts, such as a Rolexcertified repairman, can service your watch during your Vegas visit. The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-732-8463; tourneau.com
WHO: Founder, The Jeweler’s Daughter; co-owner, Tower of Jewels.
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GOING OLD SCHOOL: “I love to hang out at the Bootlegger (7700 Las Vegas Blvd., 702-736-4939; bootleggerlasvegas.com) on Monday nights for the open mic. Lorraine Hunt and Dennis Bono draw great acts and you can always count on some OG Vegas crooners to show up.” VINTAGE COUTURE: “I’m currently inspired by the 1960s and I love to dress the part. When I find something vintage that I must have but it just doesn’t fit, I take it to Bella at 24/7 Tailoring in Fashion Show (702248-8438; thefashionshow.com).” SHOP LOCAL: “I love the new Neon Museum gift shop (770 Las Vegas Blvd. N., 702-387-6366, neonmuseum .org). The museum is vital for keeping the history of the city alive. I love that you can walk through the boneyard and then take home a souvenir that represents a sign you love.” SPA DAY: “I am partial to the Imperial Spa (1070 E. Sahara Ave., 702-382-9700; theimperialspa.com), a Korean spa with great services and a day’s worth of amenities (hot pool, cold pool, steam, and sauna plus red clay room, salt room, and jade room).”
WYNN & COMPANY WATCHES Shop a broad range of expertly crafted timepieces from brands like Breguet, Panerai, and Vacheron Constantin, many of which have their own on-site showrooms. INSIDER TIP: Breguet ships one-of-a-kind exclusives to this store. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-770-3520; wynnlasvegas.com
HEALTH & BEAUTY CANYON RANCH SPACLUB The classic spa retreat of the Strip, Canyon Ranch gives stellar facials. The massive, 118,000-square-foot club offers customized nutrition counseling, acupuncture, a 40-foot climbing wall, and even a foot biomechanics analysis center. INSIDER TIP: Reserve a room in the Palazzo tower, which shares an elevator bank with Canyon Ranch. The Venetian and Palazzo, 702414-3600; canyonranch.com
CHANEL BEAUTY Chanel’s first-ever beauty boutique offers its limited-edition cosmetics and fragrances, as well as its entire line of sunglasses. INSIDER TIP: The sunglass experts are specially trained in helping you identify the perfect pair. The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-7352555; chanel.com
ESPA AT VDARA This two-level spa comes complete with ESPA’s signature European heat experiences and a menu of rejuvenating pick-me-ups for the face and body. Vdara, 702-590-2474; vdara.com
JUICE STANDARD Three locations of this cold-pressed,
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THE SPA AT ARIA Guests can make a day of it in the 80,000-square-foot spa by relaxing on the heated-stone ganbanyoku beds; breathe in the therapeutic salt air in the Shio salt room, or meet up with your significant other in the infinity-edged balcony pool lounge that overlooks the resort’s pool scene below. Aria, 702-590-9600; aria.com
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THE SPA AT ENCORE zero HPP (high-pressure processing), organic juicery grace Las Vegas. Not so strict that they can’t have fun, the “Buzz” location in Cosmopolitan also has a full bar; its juices are the perfect mixers. 4555 S. Fort Apache Road, 702-476-9800; 2530 St. Rose Pkwy., 702-979-9803; Cosmopolitan, 702-698-7000; juicestandard.com
MICHAELA TOZZI DENTAL CONCIERGE Concierge dentist Michaela Tozzi arranges her schedule around patients for cleanings or more complicated procedures, so clients get her undivided (and private) attention. The former aesthetician for the entertainment industry specializes in cosmetic dentistry. 8975 S. Pecos Road, Ste. 5A, 702-630-8818; dentalconciergelasvegas.com
Sol not only creates wildly fashionable fitness duds, but makes them of RPET, a fiber made of recycled polyesters, bottles, and other post-consumer products. So you can feel good as you rock the tribal and rock ’n’ rollinspired workout wear, now a hit around the nation. Body Heat, 8876 S. Eastern Ave., 702-432-0028; Barre3, 120 S. Green Valley Pkwy., 702-7540290; niyamasol.com
Golden Moroccan lanterns line the hallways, giving Encore’s spa an eastern grandeur, and its relaxation room is pure Middle Eastern luxe. It’s all balanced by technology: Digital screens allow guests to control water temperature and mood lighting in the
waterfall showers. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-770-4772; wynnlasvegas.com
THE SPA AT MANDARIN ORIENTAL This spa includes seven couples’ suites, a Chinese foot spa, and multiple heat and water experiences in an intimate, 1930s Shanghai-inspired sanctuary. INSIDER TIP: Don’t miss the gorgeous mosaic-tiled hammam, and the Rhassoul treatment, in which you are covered in clay and exposed to dry and wet heat to nourish the skin. Mandarin Oriental, 702-590-8886; mandarinoriental.com
THE SPA AT RED ROCK BY WELL & BEING This west side resort transformed its spa into a destination wellness center, featuring an outdoor shower garden, co-ed lounge, and a mind-body studio. Book yourself in for an entire weekend, since there’s also nutritional advising, vertical wall yoga, and workouts in nearby Red Rock Canyon. INSIDER TIP: Don’t miss the NASA-developed Bod Pod, a diagnostic device the military uses to deliver full body composition measurements. Red Rock Casino, Resort and Spa, 702-797-7878; rr-spa.com
TRUFUSION The wildly popular Vegas workout chain with three locations offers more than 200 classes weekly (think bootcamp, battle ropes, yoga, hot Pilates) with tons of amenities—and at a lower price—than other premium gyms in town. 8575 S. Eastern Ave., 702-9822930; 4750 Blue Diamond Road, #100, 702-522-8911; 1870 Festival Plaza Dr., #200, Downtown Summerlin, 702-906-2777; trufusion.com
PLATINUM ENTOURAGE Founded by stylist Todd White, Vegas’s original blow-dry bar also specializes in exceptional cut, color, and makeup services (including completely waterproof makeup, for those whose goal is to slay at summer pool parties). 6670 S. Tenaya Way, 702- 410-5459; blowdrybarlasvegas.com
QUA BATHS & SPA NARS Find all the velvety lip pencils, cheekily named blushes, and ultra-pigmented eye shadows your heart desires at makeup artist François Nars’s Forum Shops spot. The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-749-1525; narscosmetics.com
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Cascading waterfalls, Roman baths, and an Arctic Ice Room (press the button: snow!) distinguish Caesars Palace’s 50,000-square-foot super-spa from others on the Strip. INSIDER TIP: Since Nobu Matsuhisa opened his boutique hotel inside Caesars, Qua began offering Nobu-inspired treatments approved by Matsuhisa himself. Caesars Palace, 866-782-0655; caesars.com
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Wynn’s beauty boutique stocks a curated selection of fragrances, skincare products, and cosmetics from luxury brands like Penhaligon’s and Laura Mercier. Wynn Las Vegas, 702-7703537; wynnlasvegas.com
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You may have passed the Golden Gate Hotel & Casino along the Fremont Street Experience a thousand times, but you might not know that the hotel in fact predates the Experience by 90 years. In 2012,
Derek and Greg Stevens bought a 50 percent stake in the now-111-year-old property—adding a five-story hotel tower with 14 new suites and two penthouses. Last year, they became the Golden Gate’s full owners,
and in February they began a major casino expansion. Expect those two “secret” 1,600-squarefoot penthouses to lose their insider quality. But until you can’t book them anymore, enjoy their outdoor patios this
summer—with wet bars, fireplaces, lounge seating, a grill, and a 50-inch TV. Starting at $599, the penthouses cost less than the nightly price of a Strip suite. 1 Fremont St., 702-777-6951; goldengatecasino.com
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The SOURCE: SPACE HOME DÉCOR BACCARAT Here you’ll find exquisite glass and colored-crystal tableware, home décor, lighting, and thoughtful gifts. INSIDER TIP: Look for Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s Baccarat Rouge 540, a fragrance that fuses clear crystal with 24k gold powder at 540 degrees, creating a glowing scarlet color. The Forum Shops at Caesars, 702-6936877; baccarat.com
LALIQUE Inspired by René Lalique’s original glass pieces, this Shops at Crystals boutique carries the brand’s sparkling line of vases, sculptures, clocks, chandeliers, and more. The Shops at Crystals, 702-507-2375; lalique.com
LAS VEGAS DESIGN CENTER At the Las Vegas Design Center’s Design Salon, clients enjoy an unparalleled assortment of showrooms, plus personal-shopping services and consultations. INSIDER TIP: Unbeknownst to many, the center is open year-round to the public—not just to the trade—with showrooms such as Nourison, Safavieh, and Four Hands more than happy to sell to consumers. 495 S. Grand Central Pkwy., 702-5993093; lvdesigncenter.com
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of home furnishings in a gallery setting, including an entire floor dedicated to RH Modern, with an integrated RH Contemporary Art Gallery. Tivoli Village, 775-464-0770; rh.com
RIVER NORTH Once a pop-up boutique in Tivoli’s The Market LV, this luxe décor shop now occupies a street-level store to showcase its selection of sexy-moody candles, home accessories, and furniture. Tivoli Village, 702-331-0344; rivernorthlv.com
In a city famous for its Rat Pack era and midcentury glam aesthetic, there are fewer décor treasures in the Downtown antiques corridor than you might think. Many of the best can be found at Patina Décor, whose knowledgeable owners are often the first call of established Las Vegas families looking to unload their history. The store has many regulars, and its gems go fast. INSIDER TIP: Many of Patina’s best furniture pieces are in an off-site warehouse and are sold on 1stdibs.com. If there’s a specific item you’re looking for, just ask. 1300 S. Main St., Ste. 140, 702-776-6222; patinadecorlv.com
RH GALLERY Commanding four levels and 60,000 square feet, this innovative new retail experience features artistic installations
Z GALLERIE Z Gallerie’s offerings include both exclusive and brand-name home furnishings and décor pieces inspired by a variety of global styles. Fashion Show, 702-696-9733; zgallerie.com
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fountains, and the Michelin two-star restaurant Picasso, Bellagio pioneered sophistication on the Strip. Recent upgrades to the Lake Como-themed resort include the transformation of the dated restaurant Circo into Julian Serrano’s Lago. Request a room with a lake view, enjoy a massage in a poolside cabana, and sample liberally from master pâtissier Jean-Philippe’s chocolate and pastry shop (or just ogle its chocolate fountain, the largest in the world). 702-693-7111; bellagio.com
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Stock up on modern furniture, textiles, and kitchenware from one of the most popular décor brands in the market. It has just opened a second location, in Downtown Summerlin. The District at Green Valley Ranch, Henderson, 702-263-5083; Downtown Summerlin, 702-255-4030; westelm.com
WYNN LVNV Love the bed you’re sleeping in at Wynn, or the towels in the bath? The resort’s home store sells bed linens and exclusive bath products, as well as a carefully curated selection of art objects and home goods from designers like Gaetano Pesce, Taschen, and Jesurum. INSIDER TIP: Kevyn Wynn has brought the glamour back to entertaining at home with her line of elegant slippers, named after important women in her life. Seven designs
Details like triple-sheeted beds and thoughtful technology make Aria a draw, and natural light from floor-toceiling windows softens the sleek lines. The restaurants span the globe: Spanish from Julian Serrano, contemporary American at Shawn McClain’s Sage, with recent additions including Carbone, Bardot Brasserie, and Herringbone. INSIDER TIP: Aria’s Sky Suites, with their separate indoor and outdoor entrances to the hotel and casino—and a new pool for suite guests only—let you stay close to all the action, the incredible CityCenter art collection, and the 80,000-square-foot spa, but still feel like you’re in a boutique hotel. 702-590-7111; aria.com
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With its blue-chip art, its seasonally rotating botanical displays in the massive conservatory, its dancing
One of the oldest hotels on the Strip continues to evolve with the recent debuts of its revamped Julius Tower and its Omnia Nightclub. Caesars is like a self-contained city, with many trendsetting restaurants, a massive buffet (Bacchanal), the Garden of the Gods pool area, and the adjoining Forum Shops (but prepare to walk, since the nearly 4,000-room hotel spans five towers). INSIDER TIP: The best rooms are in the Augustus and Octavius towers; from Augustus’s south side, you’ll get the best views of Bellagio’s fountains. 866-227-5938; caesars.com
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THE CROMWELL This boutique hotel plays host to Giada De Laurentiis’s eponymous restaurant, Salvatore Calabrese’s bar Bound, and the rooftop Drai’s Beachclub & Nightclub. The rooms are quirky, with a steampunk vibe, but the hotel is one of the best-located for those who love to walk the Strip. 702-777-3777; thecromwell.com
DELANO LAS VEGAS The breezy sophistication of Miami’s original Delano meets grandly modern desert décor at this boutique hotel at Mandalay, which occupies its own tower. The more than 1,000 suites
each measure at least 725 square feet and feature a white-on-white color scheme. Don’t miss the serene Bathhouse Spa or Alain Ducasse’s 64th-floor kingdom, the French Riviera-themed Rivea. 702-6327888; delanolasvegas.com
ENCORE LAS VEGAS Wynn Las Vegas’s sister resort is home to a dynamic collection of suites, restaurants, and indoor/outdoor entertainment venues, including Encore Beach Club and XS Nightclub. INSIDER TIP: The Tower Suite lobby bar is one of Las Vegas’s power rooms for casual meetings and drinks with clients. 702-7707000; wynnlasvegas.com
FOUR SEASONS LAS VEGAS This rare boutique Four Seasons hotel provides a casino-free respite from Vegas gaming. Guests have their own entrance and elevator, as well as access to babysitters, making this a family favorite. The brunch at the recently renovated Veranda is a huge draw, and the restaurant is the weekday breakfast and lunch spot of local and visiting power brokers, casino executives, and Hollywood elite. 702-632-5000; fourseasons.com
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Just a short drive from the Strip, Green Valley’s lush Mediterranean-style resort has an award-winning spa and a clutch of great new restaurants, including Bottiglia (Italian) and Borracha (an upscale Mexican cantina). Just renovated at 15 years old, the 500-room resort is newly glam—its lobby lined in travertine marble from Peru, its promenade featuring Spanish limestone columns, and its Race and Sports Book boasting 12-by-21-foot high-def LED video displays, the best in the industry. 702-617-7777; greenvalleyranch.sclv.com
This grand Spanish colonial-style resort 20 minutes west of the Strip on 50 acres of gardens is a locals’ escape for its Spa Aquae and one of the best‚—and most sedate—pool scenes around. It’s also minutes from TPC Las Vegas, and its new steakhouse, Hawthorn Grill, fronting a waterfall and tropical foliage, is set to become one of the west side’s popular eateries. 221 N. Rampart Blvd., 702-869-7777; marriott.com
HARD ROCK HOTEL & CASINO Embrace Vegas’s rock ’n’ roll spirit at this memorabilia-filled resort with multiple nightlife venues, theaters, and action-packed pools, located one mile off the Strip on Harmon Avenue. Plenty of guests come for concerts at The Joint and stay for the outrageous pool scene. Meals at the 24/7 diner Mr. Lucky’s are one of the best deals in Las Vegas, and there’s a lesser-known (but no less delicious) Nobu outpost. Culinary Dropout and Pink Taco both have outdoor patios that overlook the pools. 702-693-5000; hardrockhotel.com
MANDALAY BAY The gold-plated palace at the south end of the Strip is the focal point of a resort complex that also features a sprawling pool playground, aquarium, and events center. 877-632-7700; mandalaybay.com
MANDARIN ORIENTAL Traditional Eastern influences mix with a minimalist modern aesthetic. A hidden gem is Twist, by Michelin three-star chef Pierre Gagnaire, for its witty takes on traditional French cuisine. After lounging in the spa (inspired by Shanghai in the 1930s), head to the 23rd-floor Tea Lounge for breathtaking views. The cabanas around the hushed, very grown-up pool are some of the best in town. 702-590-8888; mandarinoriental.com
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Guarded by a 45-foot-tall bronze lion, this massive 5,000-plus-room hotel is home to the nightclub Hakkasan and restaurants from celebrity chefs Emeril Lagasse, Tom Colicchio, and Masaharu Morimoto (the brand-new Morimoto Las Vegas), among many others. INSIDER TIP: Formerly available only by invitation, The Mansion at MGM Grand, a decadent 29-villa retreat within the resort, can now be booked by anyone (60 days in advance). Luxuries like antique furnishings and a Michelin three-star Joël Robuchon restaurant abound. 877-880-0880; mgmgrand.com
the beasts [dogs Gracie and Stewie] and they make friends, too.” LE CIRQUE FOR A DAY: “Trapeze Las Vegas (6280 S. Valley View Blvd., 702-5514858; trapezelasvegas.com) makes flying through the air like a pro feel natural. We’ve always loved the Cirque shows, and that inspired us to give it a try.”
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a view of the mountains or Wynn’s golf course). Gourmands will want to head to any of the restaurants around the resort. The retail in Wynn—from Givenchy’s US flagship to the Wynn Collection boutique—is unparalleled. 702-770-7000; wynnlasvegas.com
REAL ESTATE ASCAYA This up-and-coming luxury development in Henderson’s McCullough Range features sprawling custom homes and a clubhouse. 1 Ascaya Blvd., Henderson, 702-978-5800; ascaya.com
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aquarium, and dedicated animal habitats. 702-791-7111; mirage.com
MONTE CARLO RESORT & CASINO The palatial Monte Carlo Resort offers nearly 3,000 guest rooms and suites, as well as prime positioning near the new T-Mobile Arena. Its own new theater, The Park, a 5,000-seat stadium, opened with Stevie Nicks and the Pretenders and will host residencies by Cher, Bruno Mars, and Ricky Martin, among others, in 2017. 702-730-7777; montecarlo.com
NOBU HOTEL Located inside Caesars Palace, the first Nobu Hotel worldwide is a Japaneseinspired haven beloved by celebrities and VIPs—who covet the 10,500-squarefoot David Rockwell villa, which has a private Zen garden, a sauna, a media room, and in-room Nobu chefs on demand. 702-785-6677; caesars.com
with themes like classic Hollywood and Barbie’s Dream House, plus the nightspot Ghostbar. 702-942-7777; palms.com
PARIS LAS VEGAS Inspired by the City of Light, this themed hotel features its own replica of the Eiffel Tower and Strip-front eateries like Mon Ami Gabi and Eiffel Tower Restaurant. 877-796-2096; parislasvegas.com
PLANET HOLLYWOOD Britney Spears and Jennifer Lopez hold court at this ultrahip casino resort connected to the Axis Theater and Miracle Mile Shops. 866-919-7472; planethollywoodresort.com
RED ROCK CASINO, RESORT & SPA
This exclusive tower connected to Venetian provides incomparable access to gourmet dining, Canyon Ranch SpaClub, and the Grand Canal Shoppes. 702-607-7777; palazzo.com
This contemporary resort offers amenities ranging from a bowling alley to a top-ranked sports book to a newly reinvigorated dining scene. A brand-new spa, managed by Well & Being, is a destination all its own. And recently renovated, art-filled penthouses have some of the valley’s best views of Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area. 702-797-7777; redrock.sclv.com
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restaurants and a variety of chic nightspots. A W Hotel just opened in one of its towers. High rollers should check out its nearly 2,400-square-foot “Extreme Wow” suite, designed by Lenny Kravitz; its top-floor balcony has great views of the mountains. 702-761-7000; slslasvegas.com
VDARA Situated across from Aria, this understated, nongaming, all-suite hotel offers a fireside patio bar, an ESPA-branded spa, and an enviable center-Strip location. 702-590-2111; vdara.com
VENETIAN Large suites, miles of dreamy canals, some of the best dining on the Strip, and access to the 118,000-square-foot Canyon Ranch SpaClub make this one of the Strip’s most popular resorts. With its “outdoor” cafés and shops lining a system of canals, it’s possible to check in and never leave for days. 702-414-1000; venetian.com
Multifloor designer townhomes are within walking distance of The District at Green Valley Ranch and just a few minutes’ drive from the action of the Strip. 2151 Village Walk Dr., Henderson, 866-584-5845; elysianatthedistrict.com
JUHL This Downtown high-rise offers flats, lofts, and townhomes, plus chic amenities like a rooftop deck, a wine patio, and several ground-floor retailers. 353 E. Bonneville Ave., Ste. 103, 702-754-6300; juhllv.com
LOFT 5 Minimalist design meets top-tier amenities—think multiple pools, outdoor fireplaces, and a fitness center—at this industrial-style loft community. 2715 W. Pebble Road, 702-435-0505; loft5lv.com
MACDONALD HIGHLANDS One of Vegas’s most prestigious developments, this mountainside community offers luxury custom homes and entrance to the exclusive Dragon Ridge Country Club. 552 S. Stephanie St., Henderson, 702-6149100; macdonaldhighlands.com
WYNN LAS VEGAS
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A Strip icon, Steve Wynn’s swooping building is filled with light, from the lobby atrium to the floor-to-ceiling windows in most rooms, all of which are quite large (even the smallest), with huge bathtubs and great views (request
Downtown’s premier high-rise building houses residential condos, a rooftop pool deck, and a curated collection of retailers and hip restaurants. 150 Las Vegas Blvd. N., 702-478-4700; ogdenlv.com
Live Modern | In Luxury ONE LAS VEGAS It’s all about the amenities at this luxe high-rise community, which has a two-story fitness center, a movie theater, and a gaming lounge. 8255 Las Vegas Blvd. S., 702-405-9020; theonelv.com
ONE QUEENSRIDGE PLACE These residential skyscrapers feature European-style condos and penthouses, plus concierge service, indoor and outdoor pools, and a Roman spa. 9103 Alta Dr., 702-750-1092; charluxury.com
THE RESIDENCES AT MANDARIN ORIENTAL The Strip-front condos at Mandarin Oriental offer exclusive amenities, ranging from 24-hour in-home dining to complimentary poolside cabanas. 702-5908883; mandarinoriental.com
THE RIDGES Summerlin’s crown-jewel neighborhood features spectacular custom homes, a members-only club, and a Jack Nicklausdesigned golf course. 11277 Marble Ridge Dr., 702-255-2500; summerlin.com/the-ridges
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TURNBERRY PLACE Steps away from the Strip, this residential high-rise complex features hotel-style amenities like valet parking, a concierge, and limo service. 2827 Paradise Road, 702784-4601; turnberryplace.com
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There are some life hacks that are so very indispensable for living in Las Vegas, including, but not limited to, escaping from duct tape, rope, and zip ties in 10 seconds or less; picking locks; and defending yourself with a tactical pen. You might be following the great tradition of such venerable Vegas forefathers as Joe Pesci (whose character in Casino had clearly mastered pen
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skills). But whether your interest is purely recreational (handcuff escape!) or you anticipate a one-way drive to the desert, there’s now a class for that. I tried Spy Escape & Evasion, a 75-minute spy-craft stage show hosted by ex-CIA officer Jason Hanson on weekends at Stratosphere. And I was as blown away by his presentation as his investors on Shark Tank, where he ultimately
secured funding from FUBU CEO Daymond John. Hanson tied up my 7-year-old—an option every parent has wanted to exercise at some time, in this case made acceptable because, entertainment! Using the techniques he showed the crowd, she quickly broke free. The evening of sometimes alarmist infotainment attracts a mix of pure fun-seekers, paranoid
Doomsday preppers, and that confrontational drunk girl. (You know the one.) And you can expect to be peddled a scary buzzing flashlight, paracord key chain useful for smashing windows, and RFIDblocking card to protect you from lurking electronic pickpockets, all of which you will be convinced belong in your crisis bag. (What? You don’t have one?) Will you ever need
to disappear without a trace, utilize your new counter-surveillance techniques, or transform yourself into a human lie detector? It’s hard to say—although Hanson’s pile of unnerving statistics points to yes. You will definitely, however, emerge with a few unbeatable party tricks. Spy Escape & Evasion, Stratosphere, Thursday–Saturday at 5 PM; spyescapeandevasion.com
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Duct tape and handcuffs are no match for dedicated pupils of ex-CIA agent Jason Hanson. Escaping them is just part of his Spy Escape & Evasion course.
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