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Not surprisingly, Vegas does brisk business in gambling paraphernalia – you'll find no shortage of playing cards, giant fuzzy dice, and poker chips. Over the past decade, however, Sin City's retail scene has ballooned to include virtually every big-name luxury brand, with ever-more-opulent shopping malls sprouting up in the big casinos on The Strip.
Forum Shops Head to this collection of 160 shops for all of your brand-name needs. Everyone from Valentino and Escada to Roberto Cavalli and Jimmy Choo are represented here. The Strip; Caesars Palace Hotel & Casino, 3500 Las Vegas Blvd. South; 702-893-4800
Gambler's Book Shop A virtual gaming library with thousands of titles and videos on betting strategies and Vegas history. 630 S. 11th St.; 702-382-7555; www.gamblersbook.com
Gambler's General Store This superstore will customize chips in 17 colors and over 120 symbols; it also purveys dealer’s aprons, rattan croupier’s sticks, and professional-quality blackjack tables replete with drink holders. 800 S. Main St.; 800-322-2447; www.gamblersgeneralstore.com
Grand Canal Shoppes For upscale shopping, stroll on the banks of picturesque, faux-Venice searching the wares of shops that range from Valentino’s fashion house to Houdini’s Magic Shop. The Strip; 3377 Las Vegas Blvd. South; 702-414-4525; www.thegrandcanalshoppes.com