Beverly Center Celebrates Lunar New Year 2016 and Year of the Monkey in February
Month-Long Events Showcase Importance of Holiday and Beverly Center Chinese Tourism Program
Month-Long Events Showcase Importance of Holiday and Beverly Center Chinese Tourism Program
LOS ANGELES, Jan. 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- During the month of February, Beverly Center will ring in the Year of the Monkey with special festivities, shopping incentives, promotions and traditional festive décor, including the return of its popular Wishing Tree. Beginning Thursday, Feb. 4, Beverly Center will kick off its third annual Lunar New Year event hosted by celebrity guests, Janel Parrish (Pretty Little Liars), and Harry Shum Jr. (Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon: The Sword of Destiny and Shadowhunters).
Lunar New Year is one of the most significant holidays in the Chinese calendar. For the month of February, guests will have the opportunity to celebrate through the following unique in-center elements, including:
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| To bring good fortune, guests that make purchases of $500 or more during the month of February will be presented with customary red envelopes, which will include special gift cards. Guests who present purchase receipts of $500 or more will receive a $25 gift card; guests who spend $1,000 or more will receive a $50 gift card (same day purchases only, while supplies last). |
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| Lunar New Year celebrations will take place around the popular enchanting Wishing Tree located on Level 6 in Center Court where guests are invited to write their wishes. In the Chinese culture, placing a wish on the Wishing Tree bestows blessings and makes wishes come true. The tree is also adorned with cultural elements such as coins, lanterns and ribbons to symbolize joy, luck and prosperity in the year to come. |
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| All guests are invited to enter-to-win a $500 gift card for a Beverly Center shopping spree. Entries are available at Guest Services. |
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| Guests are invited to share their Wishing Tree moments on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Weibo and WeChat utilizing the hashtag #beverlycenterstyle. |
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| ABOUT THE YEAR OF THE MONKEY |
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| The Chinese Zodiac, also known as Sheng Xiao, is based on a 12-year cycle, with each lunar year corresponding to a different animal sign. 2016 marks the Year of the Monkey in the Chinese lunar calendar. In Chinese culture, the monkey is a symbol of intelligence, prosperity and fortune. Lucky colors to wear during the Year of the Monkey include white, blue and gold. |
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| ABOUT BEVERLY CENTER |
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| Beverly Center is Southern California's premier fashion destination with more than 100 distinctive specialty boutiques reflecting the diverse styles and tastes of Los Angeles, including a paramount portfolio of luxury retailers such as Burberry, Dolce & Gabbana, Fendi, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Saint Laurent and Salvatore Ferragamo. The Center is anchored by Bloomingdale's and Macy's. The unique assortment of point-of-difference stores like Z Zegna, Ben Sherman, Henri Bendel and Traffic, paired with the newly expanded juniors collection comprised of Uniqlo, H&M and XXI Forever and contemporary brands Halston Heritage, Sandro and Maje make Beverly Center the ultimate shopping experience. Visit beverlycenter.com for more information. |
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