Ala Moana Center is the Place for Glamorous Gifts This Holiday Season Even those hardest to please on your list will love the items on Ala Moana Center’s list of top-10 “Most Extravagant Gifts.”
HONOLULU – Go a little crazy this Christmas at Ala Moana Center, Hawaii’s foremost shopping destination for all things glittering and gold. Show your love in lavish ways with Ala Moana Center’s list of top-10 “Most Extravagant Gifts.” Whether your loved ones have a penchant for scintillating diamond necklaces, or luxurious chocolates are more their fancy, Ala Moana Center has well-appointed gift ideas that are sure to satisfy even the most sophisticated taste.
1. Decked Out in Diamonds
Diamonds are a girl’s best friend this Christmas! You’ll be close to her heart and engraved in her mind whenever she wears her elegant Harry Winston Diamond Wreath Necklace. The 117-carat necklace features brilliant cut, marquise and pear shaped diamonds - all set in platinum. This iconic design was made famous when Jennifer Lopez wore it in the well-known movie, Maid in Manhattan. Available at Harry Winston (Mall Level) for $339,300.
2. Seeing Double
She’ll be able to carry all of her necessities and accessories inside this sophisticated satchel. The Celine Double Tote Bag has a removable large pouch bag inside, allowing it to be worn two ways, with or without the pouch. The opal-colored, crocodile-skin tote was seen in Celine’s spring summer 2007 runway collection and is also available in calf skin. Available at Celine (Mall Level) for approximately $16,000.
3. Picture Perfect
Someone on your list will feel very lucky to receive their brand new Ality Pixxa 8” LCD Picture Frame on Christmas morning. The picture frame contains 512MB of memory and holds about 100 photos that can be scheduled to automatically display on selected dates. It also comes with a built-in alarm clock as well as a two-channel speaker that allows owners to add music and movies. Your loved one will dig waking up to a soundtrack and photos of their friends and family every morning! Available at Sharper Image (Mall Level) for $349.95.
4. For the Discerning Writer
Indulge the pen-pusher in your life this Christmas with this special, limited edition 100th Anniversary Starwalker Diamond Fountain Pen from Montblanc. In celebration of their 100th anniversary, Montblanc has created this swank writing instrument, fashioned with Montblanc’s trademark, black precious resin and capped with a unique interpretation of the legendary Montblanc symbol. It also has a 43-facet cut diamond in the shape of the Montblanc star floating in the transparent crown and features an 18-carat gold and platinum nib, inscribed with the vintage Montblanc mountain logo. Only 100 of these pens have been produced and are available for purchase. Available at Montblanc (Mall Level) for $15,865.
5. Timeless Time Piece
If you know a guy that is perpetually late, the new Diagono Professional Scuba Watch from Bvlgari will make him want to be on time for everything. The watch is made from 18-carat yellow gold and features automatic movement, a COSC certified chronometer, uni-directional bezel, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal dial and a 42-hour power reserve. And for the guy who loves to dive, the Diagano Scuba Watch is water resistant up to 1,000 feet, allowing him to still be stylish even amongst the starfish and sharks. Available at Bvlgari (Mall Level) for approximately $16,000.
6. The Rolls Royce of Hand Bags
If you plan ahead, one blessed woman on your Christmas list might be able to get her hands on a stunning Hermes’ Birkin Bag. Each bag is handmade with gold-plated hardware, many of which are constructed from crocodile leather. The Birkin Bag received a boost in fame when it was featured on the hit television show, Sex and the City, simultaneously making it the most wanted and most difficult accessory to acquire. So plan ahead. If you’re fortunate to get your name on the two-year waiting list for a Birkin, you may have this perfect gift just in time for Christmas 2008! Available at Hermes (Mall Level) for $6,000 - $85,000.
7. Deck Your Babe in Decadence
Even the little ones deserve a little luxury this Christmas. Scoop up a pair of super-soft Coach Optic Signature Baby Slippers and your tot will be the snazziest kid on the block. The slippers are made from signature optic fabric and feature leather straps, suede outsoles, shearling trim and turn lock detail. They are available in three sizes for babies, 0-3 months, 3-6 months and 6-9 months. Even though your baby may not be old enough to walk, he’s never too young to start slipping on some style. Available at Coach (Mall Level) for $128.
8. Pamper Your Pooch
Man’s best friend will get a good night’s rest on top of his plush, new Juicy Doggie Bed. The bed is made of lavender and pink tinged velour and is padded for your dog's extra comfort. It features the Juicy Couture mascot on the front and the words “playing” and “fetching” on the side. Doggy treats and kitty cats will prance through your pup’s head as he rests happily on his soft new bed. Available at Juicy Couture (Mall Level) for $195.
9. Sumptuous Sweets
Someone on your Christmas list will feel extremely lucky when you shower them with over six pounds of delectable sweets. The Godiva Chocolate Extravagance Gift Tower is constructed with Godiva’s new 140-piece Gold Ballotin, 36-piece Biscuit Gift Box, 18-piece Truffle Gift Box, 15-piece Milk Chocolate Gift Box, 8-piece Platinum Gift Box, 19-piece Gold Ballotin, and 4-piece Truffle Gift Box, all topped off with a Godiva signature ribbon. Your loved one will surely be on a sugar high through the new year! Available at Godiva (Third Level) for $260.
10. These Aren’t Your Typical Rubber Slippahs
This Christmas, Fendi rolls out high-end footwear for the astute beach bum and outdoorsman. Perfect for the warm, tropical weather in Hawaii, Fendi Leather Flip Flops were seen in Fendi’s 2007 resort collection and feature topstitching details, with leather lining and soles. Keep your loved ones on their toes this holiday season and snatch up a pair of these saucy flip flops in either black or white. Available at Fendi (Mall Level) for $400.
For ongoing updates on holiday events and services as the season draws near, call Ala Moana Center’s Customer Service Center at 808-955-9517 or visit www.AlaMoanaCenter.com/top10.htm
ABOUT ALA MOANA CENTER
Ala Moana Center is the world’s largest outdoor shopping center and Hawaii’s premier shopping, entertainment, and dining destination with 260 stores, including nearly 70 dining options. Ala Moana Center features a diverse collection of stores including locally owned boutiques and national retailers. Visit www.AlaMoanaCenter.com for more information.
Ala Moana Center is owned and managed by General Growth Properties, Inc., the second largest U.S.-based publicly traded Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT). General Growth currently has ownership interest and management responsibility for a portfolio of 209 regional shopping malls in 44 states, as well as ownership in planned community developments and commercial office buildings. The company portfolio totals approximately 200 million square feet of retail space and includes more than 18,000 retailers nationwide. General Growth Properties, Inc. is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol GGP. For more information, please visit the company Web site at www.generalgrowth.com.
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