The Shops at The Bravern will present its first “Winter Seasonal Showcase” from 6-10 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 21, in downtown Bellevue.
This free holiday event will include a red carpet arrival with photos, a DJ, a live band, and drinks and appetizers.
The Bravern’s 19 retailers and restaurants will feature special offers, gifts with purchase, fashion demos, and complimentary samples and coupons. A passport will guide guests through The Shops at The Bravern and those who collect at least 10 passport stamps will have a chance to win a $500 Bravern shopping spree.
For those who like to plan ahead, check out the list of “Winter Seasonal Showcase” offerings below:
- Art of Giving: The Ken Downing Gift Collection at Neiman Marcus
Peruse 37 fabulous gifts curated by Fashion Director Ken Downing throughout the first floor while nibbling on tastes from NM’s Epicure collection of artisan holiday treats. Happy hour will be available at Mariposa from 6–8 p.m., or for a quick pick-me-up, grab a cookie and cocoa from the Designer Handbags section. Ten percent of the proceeds from the gift collection will benefit the Bellevue Art Museum. - Set Your Sights on Eye Society at Eye Society
Check out the latest in glam glasses and receive $100 off a complete eye package, including an exam, frames and lenses. - Celebs & Sake at David Lawrence
Sip on sake and spot celebrity favorites that are Northwest exclusives to David Lawrence. Pieces to be showcased include picks from Beyonce, Catherine Zeta Jones, Lady Gaga, Rihanna and Madonna. Enjoy a sake set gift with purchase. - What’s a Pearl to Do? at Holly Zhang Pearl Gallery
Holly Zhang Pearl Gallery’s stylist will show you how to take a pair of pearls from day to night, pajamas to Prada! Drinks from Downtown Spirits and bites from Facing East Taiwanese will be provided, along with a 20 percent discount on the entire collection. - The Many Ways to Tie a Scarf at Hermès
Come and discover the new “Silk Knots” app, where you will learn how to tie your Hermès scarf in many elegant and unconventional ways. Model your new scarf styles in our custom silk photo booth and enjoy champagne and sweets! - Step Out in Style at Jimmy Choo
Shop Jimmy Choo’s Autumn Winter collection to take you from day to night, work day to weekend. Champagne and cookies will be served. - Coats that Fit like a Glove at Karen Millen
Say goodbye to the Michelin Man Effect, and find out how to make your winter coat fit like a glove. A Karen Millen stylist will show you the most flattering coat style for your body type. Guests will receive $50 of KM Cash with every $500 purchase. - Stamped with a Touch of Glam at Louis Vuitton
The handcrafted personalization of Louis Vuitton creations has been a tradition since 1854. You’re invited to have your new or already owned leather goods hot-stamped with your initials. Call ahead to determine if your item is appropriate for hot stamping. Wine and desserts will be served. - Spa-tacular Services at Red Door Spas
Enjoy complimentary mini spa services, including oxygen blast demos and chair massages. Enter to win a Red Door Signature Facial valued at $120 when you spend $50 in retail, and be sure to grab a coupon for $20 off your next service or retail purchase of $100 or more. - Create a Vara That Is Distinctly Yours at Salvatore Ferragamo
In celebration of 35 years of the Vara shoe, Salvatore Ferragamo invites you to customize your very own. Select from a variety of leathers, bows and hardware to create a shoe that reflects your personal style. - Champagne and Cookies at Tory Burch
Try a new scent for the season! Spritz on Tory Burch’s fragrance debut, TORY BURCH, while nibbling on specialty cookies and sipping champagne. - Mini Cupcake Party at Trophy Cupcakes
Come celebrate Trophy Cupcake’s new book, Trophy Cupcakes & Parties!, and enter to win a signed copy along with a dozen cupcakes. The first 250 who enter will be able to enjoy a mini version of Caramel Apple, November’s flavor-of-the-month! - Count the Ways at Wolford
Discover Wolford’s famous multi-wear items such as the Multifunction Scarf, which has more than eight distinctive looks, or the Wolford Gaiters and Fatal Dress, which can each be worn in four different ways. Champagne and appetizers will be served. - Half-ogato at Vovito Caffe & Gelato
Enjoy affogato—handcrafted gelato drowned in espresso—at half price all evening, or two scoops of gelato for the price of one! Order or purchase an artisan gelato cake for $5 off—perfect for holiday entertaining. Tweet at @Vovito or check in on Facebook to receive a complimentary bag of chocolate-covered coffee beans. - Meet the Distiller at John Howie Steak
Come meet Erik Liedholm at a pop-up cocktail shop in the Artisanal space and be among the first to taste Stark Vatten Vodka and Kur Gin from Wildwood Spirits Co., the latest addition to the John Howie family of restaurants. Erik will demonstrate a cocktail or two for guests to imbibe and enjoy. - Merry and Bright Martinis at Blue Martini
Join Blue Martini for a night of festivity and receive half off your first drink! Warm up with a classic, skinny, specialty or “treat”-tini to the tune of live music. - Pumpkin Spice and Everything Nice at Sur La Table
Who doesn’t love homemade bread for the holidays? Sur La Table will demonstrate how to bake pumpkin spice bread in a Breville “smart” oven, yielding warm, fresh samples for all. - Rock Out Where You Work Out at David Barton Gym
Come to David Barton Gym after the Seasonal Showcase for the official after party from 10–11 p.m.! Enjoy bites and beverages while rocking out to great music in David Barton Gym’s cavernous club. - Do Some Dim Sum at Wild Ginger
Pop into the restaurant to pick up your $10 Dim Sum weekend brunch coupon and passport stamp. Their weekend brunch menu explores classic, Cantonese dim sum and breakfast specialties from throughout Southeast Asia and North India.
