By Laura Eckstein Jones By Laura Eckstein Jones | April 16, 2024 | Lifestyle, Style & Beauty, Feature, Celebrity, Style & Beauty, Style, Style & Beauty Feature, Lifestyle Feature, Culture Feature, fashion, Trends, Creators, Apple News, Guides,
From a made-to-measure tweed capsule collection to intentional jewelry and a brand-new Saks Fifth Avenue in Beverly Hills, L.A.’s shopping scene is better than ever.
Saks Fifth Avenue recently opened a stunning new women’s store in Beverly Hills; PHOTOS BY PETER CHRISTIANSEN VALLI FOR SAKS FIFTH AVENUE
“Saks Fifth Avenue is resetting the gold standard of luxury shopping in Beverly Hills with the opening of our new women’s store on Wilshire Boulevard,” says Larry Bruce, president of Saks Fifth Avenue stores. “With this new location, we are transforming our West Coast flagship into a lifestyle-centric shopping destination with the highest possible focus on personalized service and first-class experiences.” The approximately 130,000-square-foot, six-level shopping destination is filled with the latest and greatest items from established and emerging luxury brands, from Chanel to Chopard to Celine, many of which have dedicated boutiques within the store. Additionally, the Fifth Avenue Club—a personal shopping and styling experience on the fifth floor with 15 private styling suites—is there to help clients find that perfect new piece or assist in curating an entirely new wardrobe. “Saks Fifth Avenue is proud of the strong relationship we have built with the vibrant Beverly Hills community over the past 80 years,” says Bruce, “and we are excited to cement our position as the premier destination for luxury fashion in Beverly Hills with this elevated luxury shopping experience.” saksfifthavenue.com
A grand staircase serves as Saks Fifth Avenue’s central artery; PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND
A peek into The Fifth Avenue Club; PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND
Designer Bri Nelson wears The Blanche tweed jumpsuit from her Bri Holloway line; PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND
The name Bri Nelson may look familiar to Angeleno readers. The former Women of Style subject has been recognized on our pages for her unique aesthetic and curated Bri Holloway website, which champions under-the-radar, sophisticated fashion brands from around the world. Now, she’s upping her game with a Bri Holloway capsule collection of made-to-measure tweed pieces. “Each look is meant to be worn together or separately for a more casual feel,” she says. “All textiles are sourced from the top mills in Europe, and each piece is meticulously made in the United States.” The first collection consists of a jumpsuit, a blazer with shorts, a skirt with a vest, and a dress, and the brand will slowly introduce new pieces over time. Stay tuned! briholloway.com
Bri Holloway The Parker double-breasted tweed blazer and The Nina tweed skater skirt; PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND
“The inspiration behind AGCF is deeply personal and a culmination of my life’s experiences combined with a more recent feeling of responsibility to uphold the legacy of my grandfather,” says Alexandra Gucci Zarini of the launch of luxury handbag and accessory line AGCF, which just opened on Rodeo Drive. The designer’s grandfather, Gucci founder Aldo Gucci, was one of the Beverly Hills’ early pioneers when he opened a Rodeo Drive store in 1968. Look out for an edited collection of limited-edition handbags made from sustainably sourced leather and suede, all of which include a gold oval coin engraved with a unique first-edition serial number. There’s also jewelry made from recycled 18K gold, sterling silver and palladium. “We’re just getting started on this journey,” says Gucci Zarini, who hints at new categories and a vegan collection in the works. “There’s much more to come as we strive to make a meaningful difference in the world.” agcf.com
The Luna half-moon bag from AGCF comes in three colors, including off-white, seen here; PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND
AGCF Unitá tote bag in black; PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
The brand recently opened a Rodeo Drive flagship; PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND
After building buzz for her brand online and through specialty stores, founder Kay Sides recently opened the first Roam storefront at the Glen Centre in Bel-Air. “The Glen Centre is a special place with a beautiful community where you really feel the warmth and peaceful energy,” says Sides, who uses all vegan, in-market materials—and certifiable recycled packaging—for Roam’s popular sandals and shoes. Look out for iconic silhouettes like the Foldy, Pu y and Cloud styles and new denim options with a definitive ‘90s vibe. “We are excited to launch additional denim styles this summer,” says Sides. roamwears.com
Roam’s first brick-and-mortar shop recently opened at the Glen Centre; PHOTO COURTESY OF BRANDS
L.A. is dotted with permanent jewelry shops these days, but newcomer Love Saro stands out for its commitment to customization, craftsmanship and fine materials. With more than 60 chain styles in solid gold or sterling silver and 175-plus variations of natural stones and charms, “clients can create pieces that tell profound stories to them,” says Sacha Jarmon, who co-founded the brand with her mother, Carol Ritter. Numerology and the customer’s life goals help determine the stone selection, and various chains can be used in each bracelet. Pieces can also change over time, evolving with new stones and chains. “The sky is really the limit in terms of what and how we can create together,” says Jarmon. lovesaro.com
Love Saro takes permanent jewelry to the next level at its new Melrose Place boutique; PHOTO COURTESY OF BRAND
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