EVENTS
Dan Sharp
Today-Saturday: Trunk shows featuring sportswear by Raffinalla, knits by The Michael Collection, casual separates by Bessi and daytime-to-dressy separates by Frank Agostino, 10 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. 218 Steele St., 303-333- 6666,
Enchantment
Sunday: Fashion Denver presents a summer fashion market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., showcasing clothing, jewelry and accessories by local designers. Also mini-manicures by Tootsie’s, live music, food and refreshments. Admission is $5; proceeds benefit educational programs at the Grant-Humphreys Mansion and the Byers- Evans House Museum. Grant- Humphreys Mansion, 770 Pennsylvania St., 720-974-2200
Bloom Jewelry’s Garden Party
Wednesday: The 2010 Collection along with shopping, specials and wine, 5-8 p.m. Garden Patio at Crú — A Wine Bar, 1442 Larimer St.,
CLASSES & WORKSHOPS
Tactile Textile Arts Center
Wednesday: “Rabari Embroidery and Narrative Applique,” taught by Judy Frater and Rabari artisans, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. $150, $125 members. Registration required.7777 E. Hampden Ave., Suite 114, 720-524-8886,
BENEFITS & DONATIONS
Soles4Souls
Through Sunday: Bring in any pair of slightly worn shoes and get 30 percent off a new pair of sneakers at Puma stores and 15 percent off at Puma Outlet Stores. Donations of $1, $5 and $10 also are accepted on the website. Every $1 gift to Soles4Souls provides a pair of shoes to someone in need. Stores in Denver, Boulder and Lakewood; visit
Reading Is Fundamental
Through July 31: RIF and Macy’s have teamed up for the fifth “Book a Brighter Future” campaign to benefit local children’s-literacy programs with books and reading resources. Those donating $3 at Macy’s will receive a coupon for $10 off a $50 purchase at any Macy’s nationwide. The store will donate all proceeds to RIF. Visit future for more information.
AUDITIONS
2010 Be Beautiful Be Yourself
Friday: Children ages 7-17 with Down syndrome are invited to audition for a Jet Set Fashion Show scheduled Oct. 2. The show is a fundraiser for the Linda Crnic Institute for Down Syndrome at the University of Colorado Denver’s Anschutz Medical Campus. Auditions by appointment only at Saks Fifth Avenue, 2900 E. First Ave. Call 303-468-6664 or visit
America’s Next Top Model
Saturday: Open casting call for ages 18-27 for the reality television series, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Must be 5’7″ or taller. Lines start forming at 9 a.m. at the Denver Pavilions. Register on Level One for an application and number. Visit for details.
Mail info to Fashion Calendar, The Denver Post, 101 W. Colfax Ave., Suite 600, Denver, CO 80202; fax 303-954-1679; living@denverpost.com.
