June 19, 2017
Las Vegas Style: 7 Pride Fashion Picks
Matthew Wexler READ TIME: 8 MIN.
Pride season is upon us! Now, more than ever, the LGBT community is taking to the streets to celebrate our diversity and send a message across the nation and around the world that love is love. We'll be tracking Pride events all summer long, but is especially excited about the Las Vegas PRIDE Festival October 20-22, 2017.
Located in Sunset Park, the two-day festival will feature two outdoor stages, grassy knolls to throw down a blanket and people watch, and plenty of unique entertainment. If you cant' wait that long, check out Pride-sponsored events all summer, including Fiery Fridays and Hanky Panky Underwear Night (the second Wednesday of every month) at Charlie's Las Vegas.
Of course, no Pride celebration is complete without the right outfit and accessories. We've scoured the best of Las Vegas's shopping scene for essential picks, so you'll look your best at Pride events all season long.
Goorin Bros. 'Life of Leisure' Baseball Cap
Make a statement with this 100 percent cotton baseball cap, sporting the mantra, "Life of Leisure."
Where to Buy:
The LINQ Promenade is an outdoor shopping district featuring a curated array of shops, restaurants, bars, and entertainment experiences, including the High Roller - the world's tallest observation wheel.
Louis Vuitton Keepall 55 Bandouliere
Easily the sexiest weekender bag you'll ever buy, this collaboration with Japanese designer Hiroshi Fujiwara combines Vuitton's house heritage monogram pattern with modern details and a sleek color palette. Highlights include reflective bands, lozine edging and pocket stitching
Where to Buy:
The Shops at Crystals house the largest Louis Vuitton store in North America, so be sure to pick up a bauble for your bestie while you're there.
Burberry Short-Sleeved Check Stretch Shirt
Scratch the cut-up tank and class up your Pride festivities this year with a riff on Burberry's classic plaid. The stretch cotton blend shirt has been reimagined in a woven tonal oversize check. Perfect for a parade or classy enough for a festival signature event, details include button-down collar and chest pocket and the perfect cotton/poly/elastane blend to show off all that hard work you've put in at the gym.
Where to Buy:
Grand Canal Shoppes at The Venetian and The Palazzo> offer more than 160 stores and premium brands. And the best part - you can window shop by private gondola.
H&M Swim Shorts
Pride is going to heat up this summer, so it's best that you have some stylish swimwear to throw on for that impromptu pool party. We could take a bite out of these juicy watermelon print shorts, featuring a statement-making pattern, elasticized drawstring waistband, side pockets, and back pocket with hook-loop fastener.
Where to Buy:
High fashion doesn't need to carry a high price tag. Fashion Outlets of Las Vegas occupies a staggering 371,000 square feet and features some of your favorite brands amid the more than 100 stores, outlets and restaurants.
Dior Homme Sunglasses
If you're going to throw shade, do it in style. These eye-catching sunglasses are likely to catch the attention of fellow parade spectators. Dior's round-shaped sunglasses are finished in matte black with open-worked metal and feature double contour, tone-on-tone clips for a graphic look at lightweight feel. 100 percent UV protection.
Where to Buy:
Exclusive to Las Vegas, Stitched offers a collection of high-style items for the fashion-forward man with a contemporary mindset.
Located inside The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, the ideal way to experience Stitched is to schedule an appointment at the boutique and allow their expert staff to work their magic with curated fashions to create your personal style.
Givenchy Gentlemen Only Fraiche
Pride brings out the romantic in all of us, so when you start to snuggle with your neighboring reveler, you better make sure you smell good. Givenchy's Gentlemen Only Fraiche hits all the right notes. Opening with a rush of citrus, it evolves with a woody and aromatic finish with lemon, sage and Vetiver highlights.
Where to Buy:
Downtown Summerlin is the latest evolution in Las Vegas's continuing expansion and features a new urban core packed with shopping, restaurants and entertainment.
Original Penguin Braiden Sneaker
Step from the sidelines into the parade itself in these Braiden sneakers by Original Penguin. Sporting a full grain leather upper, nubuck underlay, and high profile cupsole, the navy and red side strip give a pop of color against the bright white for a summer shoe to last all season long.
Where to Buy:
Located right on Las Vegas Boulevard (aka The Strip), Fashion Show Las Vegas has more than 250 stores, 25 dining options and 8 department stores. And if you really want to feel like a fashionista, schedule your visit during one of the weekly runway shows featuring the latest styles, live music and dance.
Matthew Wexler is EDGE's Senior Editor, Features & Branded Content. More of his writing can be found at www.wexlerwrites.com. Follow him on Twitter and Instagram at @wexlerwrites.