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07 Dec 2022
Celebrate Your Style with Our Gift Guide
Unparalleled shopping, gorgeous gifts and delectable culinary experiences — the festive season is here at CityCenterDC
EDITORIAL
That first fluffy snowfall, all your most cherished loved ones in the same room, a pile of thoughtfully picked presents sitting under a tree — can you imagine a more magical time of year? At CityCenterDC, the festive season is our favorite, too. That spirit of warmth, joy and generous giving is diffused in every element of our vibrant community. Between our esteemed culinary institutions and striking installations, plus over 40 boutiques with gift ideas of every kind (the very definition of one-stop shop!) CityCenterDC is where the holidays become their brightest. Come wander our twinkly light-strewn streets and take it all in.
HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
This pint-sized purse — embellished with a pearl top handle and handy cross-body chain — is a sure win with the style obsessed.
The intersection of sophistication and high glamour, a Serpenti Viper bracelet comes adorned with countless diamonds for even more impact.
Set the table with these sweet dessert plates featuring festive, archival illustrations from Tiffany & Co.’s partnership with Andy Warhol.
HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE
Not sure what to gift him? You can always upgrade his tie collection. Whether it’s silk or wintry wool, these style-forward picks are perfect.
Send them on a sensory journey with Giorgio Armani’s newest fragrances: modern reinterpretations of cornerstone scent ingredients, like leather, incense and amber.
Keep it classic with one of David Yurman’s iconic pieces. The Lexington Chain, crafted from 14K gold and pavé diamonds, is the epitome of cool, clean design.
Experience
A Moment for Magic
Ready for an outing like no other? Trick your mind at the Museum of Illusions, exclusively at CityCenterDC. With its grand opening on December 13th, visitors can immerse themselves in holograms, optical illusions and mesmerizing rooms designed to be brain-teasing experiences. Over 50 mind-bending exhibits that satisfy the senses — including a Tilted Room, Vortex Tunnel and Clone Table — make for the perfect night out for the whole family.
For more info: moiwashington.com
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SAVOR THE HOLIDAYS
Memorable meals are as essential to the holidays as all the pretty presents waiting to be opened. Here at CityCenterDC, the epicurean options are endless; choose from Centrolina, Fig & Olive, and Piccolina among them. Below, we hone in on Estuary, chef Ria Montes’s seasonally focused eatery at the Conrad, and the restaurant’s bevy of holiday menus being launched throughout the season.
DINING
Book Estuary for a Chesapeake take on the Italian-American ode to Christmas Eve. From December 22nd to the 24th, partake in roasted oysters, smoked fish dip and crab rangoon gougères and more. For more info: estuarydc.com
DC’s most celebrated culinary women take center stage on December 13th with this much-anticipated four-course menu. A portion of ticket sales go to the Veraison Project which works to create a more equitable wine industry. For more info: estuarydc.com
Christmas dinner is always better when someone else prepares it. Claim a December 25th reservation for Estuary’s wintry feast: a to-the-nines snackboard, winter squash soup and braised five-spice lamb leg are among the offerings. For more info: estuarydc.com
Experience
Light Up the Holidays
Our most salient holiday memories are solidified out in the crisp winter air. Wandering amongst CityCenter’s many open concourses — dressed up in their festive finest — delivers just that. First, our iconic Palmer Alley comes decorated with bright, eye-catching snowflakes in a stunning installation called “Dream Closet.” From there, head a touch north to New York Avenue NW where you’ll witness our 75-foot holiday tree decked out with 150,000 lights and 4,500 ornaments. A new addition to the CityCenter property, the dazzling, larger-than-life Tiffany & Co. ornament is perfect for snapping a holiday pic. For even more festive fun, take in the sweet holiday sounds of Apollo Chamber Music in The Plaza and The Park Fridays and Saturdays from 5:00 – 7:00pm during the first three weekends in December. Then, on Saturday, December 3, 10, and 17, experienced a whimsical Candy Land-themed candy cart by Sugar & Ice which will be parked in The Plaza where passers-by can pick up specially made treats from 12:00 – 4:00pm.
All of CityCenter’s activities are complimentary, but we would love for our guests to help us raise $10,000 in support of the Children’s National Hospital (we’ll be matching up to $10,000!) Just a little something meaningful to sweep you up in the spirit of the season.
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HOLIDAY STYLE GUIDE
HUGO BOSS
Black doesn’t have to mean “boring”: Hugo Boss’ luxe layers elevate the perfect neutral to party-ready status.
Tantalizing Texture
‘Tis the season for fabrics that shine: floaty feathers, glitzy jewels, touchable knits and swingy satin are ace options from Kate Spade.
Serious Sparkle
Sequins shouldn’t just be saved for womenswear; well-dressed gents can try their hand at a bit of glitter with this sparkly suit by Giorgio Armani.
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