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| - My love of Tom Ford started when I first watched "A Single Man," his directorial debut. Not only was the film intriguing, well-written, and well-acted (seriously, Colin Firth should have gotten the Oscar for this film, instead) but it's visually hypnotic. From the sets to the costumes to the lighting, it's the work of a visionary. Clothes are so much a part of the characters in the film, why can't it be the same real life?
My boyfriend and I ventured in while strolling along the Strip earlier this year. It was more like looking at art than actually shopping. The sales staff is laid-back, but quick to offer help. One saleswoman took the time to give us rundown of all the colognes. Now, I have a very sensitive sense of smell, so I HATE most perfumes and colognes of any kind, but I must say there were a couple in there that even I loved. The Cologne Room itself is a sight to see--circular and lined with glass shelves, it has the feel of a turn-of-the-century conservatory.
The store is the epitome of Ford's aesthetic: elegant and classic, yet modern. Gentlemen, if you're looking to impress the ladies (or other gentlemen), you've found your brand.
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