Designers from New York and Los Angeles descend on the Triangle this weekend for the Trendsetting Fashion and Trunk Show, Saturday from 6 to 9:30 p.m., at ArtSpace in downtown Raleigh. The event's featured designer is Brooklyn native Swiyyah Akhtab whose Swiyyah Couture line is filled with street chic pieces in leather, bold prints and color block designs.
Tickets are $20 and available at 339-1605. ArtSpace is at 201 Davie St., Raleigh.
Go with hat in hand
Ladies and gentlemen, break out your hats. Even if you're not going to the Derby, you can still get in on the millinery fun at Capital Club 16's Kentucky Derby Party and Hat Contest, Saturday from 3 to 7 p.m. Hats will be judged on overall style and originality, and contestants are encouraged to be extravagant and flamboyant. The restaurant will also serve a special Derby menu, complete with mint juleps. Capital Club 16 is at 16 W. Martin St., Raleigh.
For you bag ladies
This might be the weekend to finally make that road trip to the new Tanger Outlets in Mebane, because the annual Mega Purse Sale is just down the road at the Burlington Outlet Village. The sale, Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon, features new and gently used bags from brands such as Coach, Nine West and Guess, with no bag priced higher than $75. Proceeds will benefit Alamance County area schools through the Newspaper in Education literacy program and ACE's educational services and programs. For more information, visit www.megapursesale.com.
In the trunk and beyond
Trunk shows, exclusive sales and grand openings - it's all going down this week at local stores:
Monkee's of Raleigh hosts a Leona trunk show, through Saturday. The show includes new pieces from the label's spring and summer lines. Shoppers can save 10 percent on purchases during the event. Monkee's of Raleigh is at 4158 Main at North Hills, Suite 100. 785-1400.
Gena Chandler has the latest spring and summer looks from Los Angeles designer Rachel Pally during a trunk show today, 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Pally will be in-store to meet fans and help customers choose styles. Gena Chandler is at 4209-106 Lassiter Mill Road at The Alexan North Hills, Raleigh. 881-9480, www.genachandler.com.
Help fight breast cancer and ill-fitting bras at the Wacoal Fight for the Cure event at Belk in Crabtree Valley Mall, Friday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wacoal fit specialists will be on hand to measure and fit women for bras, and shoppers will receive a tote bag with an $80 Wacoal/b.tempt'd purchase. For every woman who receives a fitting, Wacoal will donate $2 to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation and an additional $2 per woman with purchase.
Gypsy Jule, a women's boutique in Glenwood South, will celebrate its grand opening Friday, 6-9 p.m. The shop, which features casual clothes with a So-Cal vibe, will have live music, cocktails and food from The Rockford. Gypsy Jule is at 520 N. West St., Raleigh. www.gypsyjule.com.
On Saturday, it's all about shoe lovers at Macy's at the Streets of Southpoint. Starting at 2 p.m., the store hosts the Shoe Diva Shopping Party, featuring mocktails, candy and a ballet performance. Macy's shoe experts will offer one-on-one shoe style consultations, and there will be a fashion show of the latest footwear trends. Shoppers will also receive a goodie bag with the purchase of two pairs, while supplies last. For more information, call 361-7039.
Usually, store events are geared for the ladies. But Belk's Men's Night Out is all about the fellas. At the Crabtree Valley location Wednesday, men can browse the newest spring suits, suit separates, sport coats, dress slacks, dress shirts and ties at 25 percent to 65 percent off original prices. Shoppers can also register for a chance to win a $2,500 Belk shopping spree. For more information, call 782-7010.
Style and a good cause
The Spectacle and Vivace are teaming up to host the third annual Walk for Wishes to benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation, Wednesday, 6-9 p.m., on Vivace's patio at North Hills. The open-air event will feature a fashion show with models dressed in clothing and accessories from Uniquities, Whalebone Urban Surf Shop and The Spectacle, with makeup and styling by Luxe Beauty Boutique and Von Kekel Salon Spa. Admission is free, and a limited number of VIP tables are available for $100 and $200. To reserve a table, call 787-7747.
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