As the new school year approaches and summer holidays wane, the month of August marks a “new year” of sorts. What better time to rethink your looks and invest in a few new key pieces for late summer and fall. The stores at Town Square are stocked with the latest looks and trends to make your shopping excursion easy.

| Shining Star Michael Stars (702.851.0511) shines this fall with a collection that embodies the luminous warmth of the season, aglow with luxurious elegance and a thoroughly modern femininity. The casual chic comfort wear is the perfect wardrobe addition to any girl’s closet. We love this new long sleeve twist neck shirt with a splash of shine ($78). | | | | 
| Step Into the Future Aldo (702.269.6173) is taking a futuristic approach to men’s fall shoes with its Galactic Minimalism trend featuring the Sonderman ($80) shoe, which boasts a futuristic and sleek style. It’s cooler than the average high-top with a patent-finished style and a slimmer sole design. There’s even a cushioned collar for added comfort. | | | | 
| A Reason for Ruffles Cooler temperatures might be on the way but we don’t have to let go of our favorite summer blouses. Make the transition easy with this Side Cascade Ruffle w/Peplum top ($54.50) from Ann Taylor Loft (702.407.0469). The subtle animal print and ruffles add a feminine touch and the thin elastic band at the waist makes for a flattering fit. It’s the perfect top to ease into fall. | | | | 
| Scent of a Bombshell Victoria’s Secret (702.270.0088) has a new fragrance debuting this month and it’s a bombshell. Victoria’s Secret Bombshell ($45, 1.7 oz. of eau de perfume) combines Purple Passion Fruit from the Brazilian rainforest and effervescent Moscato d’Asti grapes from Tuscany. The addition of exotic floralcy with Shangri-la Yellow Peonies discovered along the trail of the White Horse Snow Mountains in China and Vanilla Orchid, the beautiful bloom of the vanilla plant, produces a beautiful effervescent fruity-floral. The creators did not stop there. They added a sexy Bombshell twist with Italian Sunstruck Pine, a stunning aromatic note of Ligurian Pine captured at the moment it’s warmed by the afternoon sun. Bombshell is the first women’s fragrance to use this unique headspace note, creating an entirely new fragrance category in the process: Fruity Aromatic Floral. Together, the sparkling fruits are balanced by sultry depth for a fresh sensuality that is confident, sexy, glamorous and ultra feminine. Bombshell will be available on September 14. | | | | 
| Back to School in Style Back to school is in full swing, but if you’re children’s wardrobe is missing a few key pieces, Gap (702.361.2447) is your back to school headquarters. The Gap store at Town Square features the Gap Kids line, which includes uniform pieces in a wide range of sizes, styles and colors for boys and girls. Plus, everyday basics that showcase glitter t-shirts for girls, sports and thermal for boys and denim in a variety of styles. Check out the skinny, straight, original, boot and loose denim styles for boys. | | | | 
| Give Your Home a New Look If a home makeover is on tap for fall, Robb & Stucky Interiors (702.531.0531) has four exclusive, new furniture collections. In the relaxed lifestyle category, Elements uses natural materials of walnut, fossil, stone and leather. City Place is a contemporary line with classic mid 20th-century influences - clean design and sophisticated embellishments, with a creative use of exotic materials. Monterey uses Asian alder wood and contemporary gun metal hardware accents mixed with natural wicker and linen. SoHo is an urban collection using quartered white oak. Smaller in scale, it is perfect for condominiums or second homes and is available in light and dark woods. | | | |  | What’s New: phēnom Local Las Vegans Peter and Tracey Horowitz and Barry and Debra Jacobson are taking the experience they’ve garnered for the past 25 years and putting that to work for themselves at their new store phēnom. phēnom opened September 1 and carries men’s and women’s casual and contemporary clothing and accessories in a wide range of prices. Shoppers will find several brands for women including Dzhavael, Monoreno, MEK denim and Rock Revival. Men’s brands include International Laundry, Apricottree, Hause of Howe, Smash, ProjekRaw and more. One of the store highlights is the Stark Raving Mod Collection, a new brand designed by Los Angeles-based artist Sean D'Anconia. The graphics feature a Japanese spin on the MOD movement accented by British spies and lies and are depicted on t-shirts designed for men and women. phēnom is located just down the street from Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar, next to Aldo. | | | | 
| What’s New: Kreiss Kreiss home furnishings recently opened at Town Square Las Vegas with a showroom that features all new product and an innovative design studio. The San Diego-based furniture retailer pioneered the “California Look” with its stylish use of natural materials and casual yet elegant designs. Kreiss offers high end furniture at competitive prices combined with complimentary interior design services. From furniture selection to space planning, floor and window treatments and lighting design, the design consultants assist with every detail of the interior. The family owned and operated company caters to a loyal following of clients, ranging from international celebrities, to captains of industry, to a cross section of discerning homeowners. Kreiss is located across from Robb & Stucky. Store hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and from noon to 5 p.m. on Sunday. For more information, please call (702) 871-9060 or visit www.kreiss.com. | | | |  | What’s New: Paradigm Husband and wife entrepreneurs Benjamin and Tyler Westover will bring their Idaho-based fashion concept Paradigm to the center in September. Paradigm caters to young professionals who look for quality and eye-catching clothing that’s fashion forward. The shop will carry men’s and women’s clothing, shoes, handbags and accessories as well as the full seasonal line from various designers to create ‘a store within a store’ concept. Paradigm opened an 800-square-foot location in Boise in 2008, and in under a year, the Westover’s opened a second location in Boise, encompassing almost 6,000 square feet between the two locations. Paradigm at Town Square is located next to Rock & Roll Religion and across from Aldo. | | | | 
| What’s New: Crocs Crocs, Inc., will open its doors this month, bringing shoes that are as lighthearted as they are lightweight, to fit men, women and children’s vibrant, active lifestyles with profound comfort and support.Crocs, a leader in the design, development and manufacture of innovative casual footwear, will carry shoes for men, women and children and feature new and exciting products each season. Crocs is located between Aldo and PH8 and across from Michael Stars.A world leader in innovative casual footwear for men, women and children, Crocs, Inc., offers several distinct shoe collections with more than 250 styles to suit every lifestyle. Crocs™ products are sold in 125 countries. Every day, millions of Crocs™ shoe lovers around the world enjoy the exceptional form, function, versatility and feel-good qualities of these shoes while at work, school and play. | | | | 
| Center Happenings: Wine Walk September 4 After a summer hiatus, the wine walk season picks back up on September 4 with the Big One, the biggest event of the year. The event is slated from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. and will showcase a variety of food and wine. The cost is $75 per person and it will be located in the parking lot between Whole Foods Market and Fry’s Electronics. Proceeds will benefit New Vista Community, a local charity committed to providing equal opportunities and support to intellectually challenged people of all ages so that they may experience life to the fullest. Visit www.newvistacommunity.org for more information or to purchase tickets. | | | | 
| Center Happenings: Vegas Brews on September 11 Sample a variety of great beers, tasty bites and enjoy live entertainment during the Muscular Dystrophy Association’s Vegas Brews at Town Square on September 11 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. More than 15 local and regional breweries will be on hand to showcase their seasonal ales. Tickets are $25 for the general public and half price for service men and women (military, police and firefighters and paramedics - with valid I.D.) All proceeds will benefit the Southern Nevada Chapter of the Muscular Dystrophy Association. For more information, please contact the MDA at 822-6920. | | | | 
| What to do: Gear up for Breast Cancer Awareness Month Several shops at Town Square are supporting breast cancer awareness month in October with items that give back to charitable organizations that make a difference. GUESS by Marciano, BCBGMAXAZRIA, Origins, White House | Black Market, Soma, Chico’s and Ann Taylor have created items that when purchased, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to organizations such as Susan G Komen for the Cure®, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation and Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC). For details on the various products available visit www.townsquarelasvegas.com. | | | |  | What to do: Go see the Cat in the Hat The Cat in the Hat along with Vegas PBS will make a special visit to Borders Town Square on Sunday, Sept. 12 at 12 p.m. The event will allow guests to meet the one and only Cat in the Hat and enjoy a special reading by Vegas PBS’ Ready to Learn team. Vegas PBS Ready to Learn provides literacy and health based workshops to schools and families throughout Las Vegas. This event is open to the public. | | | | 
| What to do: Take a Hot Pilates Class It’s getting hot at Barre Las Vegas and the temperature is about to go up even more. The fitness studio is launching Hot Pilates, a class that challenges your core, thighs, seat and upper body while strengthening and toning. The room is heated to protect your muscles and joints, and you’ll burn a few extra hundred calories as you sweat during the hour-long class. Bring your own mat and big towel to class on Mondays at 1:30 p.m., Thursdays at noon or Friday at 4:15 p.m. A complete class schedule can be found at www.barrelasvegas.com or call 702-362-2773. | | | | 
| What to do: Fitness in the Square A free fitness program at Town Square is making it easy and affordable for people to stay active. Fitness in the Square takes place in Town Square Park each Sunday and offers group fitness classes for adults and children. Rotating fitness classes such as Zumba, yoga and children’s fitness are offered at 9 a.m. and 10 a.m. A complete schedule of classes can be found at www.townsquarelasvegas.com. There is no cost to attend the classes and those interested in participating should meet at Town Square Park a few minutes before class starts to sign up. | | | | 
| What to do: Yoga at lucy The lucy store at Town Square will support national yoga month in September by offering free yoga classes in its store every day this month. Sept. 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23 classes will be held from 1 p.m. to -2:15 p.m.; September 4, 18, and 25 class takes place from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.; Sept. 6-7, 13-14 and 20-21 stop by for class from 6 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.; September 10 class will be from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m.; September 17 class will be from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. and September 26 class will be from noon to 1 p.m. Call lucy at 702.260.0574 for more details. | | | | 
| What to do: Get a New Do Looking to shake up your look this fall? Let the seasoned stylists at Euphoria make you over. A splash of color or a hint of highlights can change your whole appearance. Add an edgy new cut into the mix and you’ll make a statement to remember. Euphoria stylists have been shaping and layering hair for years, and the company’s Town Square location is its eighth. Euphoria offers hair care services, manicures and pedicures, eyelash extensions and hair and skincare products. Euphoria at Town Square is located across from Pete’s Dueling Piano Bar. Hours of operation are Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and on Sunday from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. | | | | 
| What to do: Get a Taste of Honey Sweeten up your morning routine and indulge in Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf’s Ultimate Honey-Kissed Ice Blended (starting at $4.45) with The Bean’s signature vanilla, coffee extract, non-fat milk and chocolate covered espresso beans, blended with smooth, sweet, mouthwatering honey. | | | | 
| What to do: Take a Design Seminar Robb & Stucky has two design seminars on tap in September. First, join Robb and Stucky Patio Manager Gregory Galgano and his team of outdoor design experts on Sept. 11 at 11 a.m. to discover the world of Sunbrella Fabrics. From outdoor velvet to chenille, let their patio experts transform your outdoor living spaces from OK to outstanding with this Las Vegas weather-resistant fabric. Reservations are requested, as space is limited. Please call (702) 531-0531 or log onto www.RobbStucky.com to reserve your seat. Later in the month, take the indoors outside and transform your outdoor spaces into something magical. Join Robb & Stucky Patio Manager Gregory Galgano and his team of patio designers on Sept. 25 at 11 a.m. as they share ideas on how to create the luxurious Las Vegas outdoor living space of your dreams Spaces are limited, RSVP directly to Gregory Galgano at (702) 531-0591. | | | |  | What to do: Enjoy a Brownie Batter Blizzard The weather might be warm outside but Dairy Queen’s Blizzard of the Month will keep you nice and cool. Enjoy a small Brownie Batter Blizzard in September for $3.99 or splurge on a large for $4.79. | | | |  | What to do: Visit Coffee Bean for Book of the Month Every child dreams that their dreams could come true — and if children believe in their dreams they very often do! Dreamygirl’s Field of Wishes by Jorge Betancourt Polanco, is a charming story about a mythical girl who, in the land of dreams, tends the wishes of little boys and girls. She lavishes love and care in her field of wishes, so that when the children grow up their wishes are ready to come true. Colorfully illustrated, with English and Spanish text, this story entertainingly imparts wisdom, and encourages children to study, do their very best, and to keep hope for their wishes alive. Polanco will be signing copies of Dreamygirl’s Field of Wishes ($16.95, hardcover) at The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf on Saturday, Sept. 11 from noon to 2 p.m. | | | |  | EAT: Miller’s Ale House Miller’s Ale House is fast becoming the go to spot for a great meal at an affordable price. The casual dining restaurant with a sports bar twist, features more than 70 flat screen HDTV’s, all major sports packages, pool tables and arcade games. The menu is packed with variety. Highlights include Zingers®, Boneless Chicken Wings coated in a choice of sauces $8.99; Crab Mozzarella, Mozzarella and Crab fried golden brown with a hint of Jalapeño $7.49; Ossobuco, Marinated Pork Shank Shaw cooked until tender and served with Mashed Potatoes, Gravy and Vegetable $12.95; Jambalaya, Shrimp, Sausage, Chicken, Red & Green Peppers, Onions, Scallions, and Tomatoes sautéed with Cajun seasonings and Rice, served with Garlic Bread $12.99; Baby Back Ribs, full rack for $16.99; and deserts such as Captain Jack’s Buried Treasure ® $5.99. Daily drink specials are a staple feature at Miller’s Ale House. There are two full size bars featuring an extensive selection of draft beers. Miller’s Ale House is open from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and from 11 a.m. to 3 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. It is located in a freestanding building on the south side of Town Square across from Fry’s Electronics. | | | |  | WATCH: Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole follows Soren, a young owl enthralled by his father's epic stories of the Guardians of Ga'Hoole, a mythic band of winged warriors who had fought a great battle to save all of owlkind from the evil Pure Ones. While Soren dreams of someday joining his heroes, his older brother, Kludd, scoffs at the notion, and yearns to hunt, fly and steal his father's favor from his younger sibling. But Kludd's jealousy has terrible consequences--causing both owlets to fall from their treetop home and right into the talons of the Pure Ones. Now it is up to Soren to make a daring escape with the help of other brave young owls. Together they soar across the sea and through the mist to find the Great Tree, home of the legendary Guardians of Ga'Hoole--Soren's only hope of defeating the Pure Ones and saving the owl kingdoms. Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga'Hoole opens on September 24. Call Rave Motion Pictures (702-362-7283) for show times. |  | READ: Packing for Mars Mary Roach takes readers on a surreally entertaining trip in Packing for Mars ($25.95) into the science of life in space and space on Earth. Space is a world devoid of the things we need to live and thrive: air, gravity, hot showers, fresh produce, privacy, beer. Space exploration is in some ways an exploration of what it means to be human. How much can a person give up? How much weirdness can they take? What happens to you when you can't walk for a year? What happens if you vomit in your helmet during a space walk? Is it possible for the human body to survive a bailout at 17,000 miles per hour? To answer these questions, space agencies set up all manner of quizzical and startlingly bizarre space simulations. As Mary Roach discovers, it's possible to preview space without ever leaving Earth. For more information call Borders at 702-383-6734. | |