EVENTS
Casting Call
Sunday: Auditioning models 10 a.m.-4 p.m. for WeeCycle’s Hopscotch Hustle benefit on April 18 that helps low-income families with new and gently used baby gear. Need men and women ages 18-45, maternity models, and babies and children ages 3 months to 8 years. Curtis Hotel, 1405 Curtis St.,
Dan Sharp Trunk Show
Today-Saturday: Spring ready-to-wear collections include the Anita Ford Collection, The Michael Collection, Monique de Roc and Bessi, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. 218 Steele St., 303-333-6666, dansharpluxury
Dressed to the Nines
Saturday: Young women are invited to shop for gently used prom dresses, 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Proceeds benefit the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders at Children’s Hospital. McMeen Elementary School, 1000 S. Holly St.,
Europtics Eyewear Trunk Shows
Saturday & Sunday: The European lines Oga and Koali will be showcased at 6010 S. Holly St., Greenwood Village, on Saturday and Park Meadows Mall on Sunday. The Lafont line will be shown at 100 Fillmore St. in Cherry Creek North on Saturday and 265 FlatIron Crossing Dr., Broomfield, Sunday. Visit the website for more inforrmation.
Neiman Marcus
Today-Saturday: Gown show in Dress Collections, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Level 2; Friday: Rena Lange trunk show in the couture salon, Level 2. 3030 E. First Ave., 303-329-2600
Saks Fifth Avenue
Today: Ippolita Trunk Show, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Escada spring collection, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.. 2900 E. First Ave., 303-393-6333
Sous Le Lit/Rejuvanest
Today: Spring Wonderland Fashion Event begins at 7 p.m. at Sous Le Lit where guests will be greeted by the Mad Hatter and models will showcase items from the shoe and clothing boutique along with accessories by Kismet. Appetizers and cocktails included. The Mad Hatter will then lead the group to Rejuvanest for a spring show of lingerie, pajamas and more, at 8 p.m. Tickets are $7, $5 in advance. Reservations required. Streets at Southglenn, 6851 S. Gaylord St, Suite 240, Centennial, 303-455-1504,
BENEFITS & DONATIONS
Prom Dress Exchange
The exchange collects gently used dresses and gowns throughout the year for its annual event. Donations should be in good condition and placed in a plastic bag. They can be dropped off at the front door of Copper Fields Events Chateau. This year’s exchange is 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 20-21. Girls are not required to prove financial need. A $10 donation for cleaning, repairing and storing the dresses is requested. Copper Fields Events Chateau, 4901 Marshall St., Wheat Ridge, 720- 898-8388,
Spring for Life
Trend Fashion Show
Today: Cancer League of Colorado’s annual Fashion Show features celebrity hairstylists William Whatley, Paul Garcia and Rocco and the design team from R&P Salon, Saks Fifth Avenue’s Christian Dior Beaute with national makeup artist Sedrique, 5-8 p.m. $50 tickets include cut and style from R&P Salon. Call 303-292-8065 or visit website for details. Saks Fifth Avenue, 2900 E. First Ave., DEMONSTRATIONS
TACtile Textile Arts Center
Saturday: “Say It’s Knot Sew … Learn to Love Lace,” members of the Rocky Mountain Lace Guild will present lace demonstrations, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. You are also invited to bring your family or vintage lace collection to learn its history. Tamarac Square, 7777 E. Hampden Ave., 720-554-8886,
WORKSHOPS
Fashion Denver
Tuesday: “What Are You Worth?” presented by consultant Kathy Bacon, 6-8 p.m. $25. Reservations required. 1070 Bannock St., 720-974-2200,
UPCOMING
Garbarini
March 24: Donald J. Pliner brings his line of footwear and accessories to the store, 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 3003 E. Third Ave.,
Mail info to Fashion Calendar, The Denver Post, 101 W. Colfax Ave., Suite 600, Denver, CO 80202; fax 303-954-1679; living@denverpost.com.
Nicole Miller debuts fragrance and fashions
New York designer Nicole Miller will be in Denver Monday and Tuesday for store appearances. Her first stop is at Garbarini in Cherry Creek North, where she’ll help owner Terry Garbarini celebrate 25 years in business. Miller will present her spring-summer collection from 5-8 p.m. (you can preview the looks Saturday and Sunday). RSVP to ; 3003 E. Third Ave.; 303-333-8686.
On Tuesday, Miller visits Saks Fifth Avenue in Cherry Creek Shopping Center for a VIP Champagne meet and greet from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. in the Evening Collections department. She will also introduce her new Nicole Miller fragrance that evening. The scent doesn’t debut nationally until May, so the pre-launch is a Denver exclusive.
Miller will cap her visit by showing her collection at a mother-daughter event for Les Demoiselles of the Denver Ballet Guild, 5:30-8 p.m. Senior girls will model. A percentage of the evening’s sales will benefit the guild.
Saks Fifth Avenue, 2900 E. First Ave., 303-393-6333.
