EVENTS
Etcetera Fall 2011 Trunk Show
Today-Wednesday: By appointment only. Call Lori at 303-886-0188 or e-mail lbaird71@comcast.net;
Neiman Marcus
Today-Sunday: Trend Event: Roxanne Assoulin cuff, gift with purchase of $350 or more of regular-price women’s apparel, accessories, shoes, handbags or jewelry; Fall cashmere trunk show; Saturday: Oxxford Clothes trunk show. 3000 E. First Ave., 303-329-2600
The Endless Summer Event
Friday: Yours Truly Cupcake presents a shopping and food celebration, 6-9 p.m. at The Walkway at Larimer Square, 1423 Larimer St. Brittney Lynn, LaFame Boutique, Denim One and Arabella Boutique offer special sales while TAG Raw Bar and Hpnotiq Harmonie provide appetizers and drinks. Festivities continue at MIX Music Lounge, 1325 15th St. yourstrulycupcake
SOL Lingerie Ad Campaign Launch Party: SOL Express
Wednesday: The lingerie store introduces its 1920s Speakeasy ad campaign, 5-8 p.m. New fall styles and videos of the shoot will be shown. Everyone who attends receives an Express luggage tag and is entered to win a $500 SOL shopping spree. A portion of the proceeds benefit the Morgan Adams Foundation for Pediatric Oncology Research. 248 Detroit St., 303-394-1060,
BENEFITS & DONATIONS
DenverWorks
This faith-based nonprofit is accepting gently used clothing for low-income men and women to use for interviews and job placement.
Assistance League of Denver
Saturday: Fall Fashion Show featuring styles from Coldwater Creek, 11 a.m. Admission is $45, which includes lunch, fashion show, door prizes and coupons. Reservations required. Proceeds benefit this nonprofit serving children and adults through various community programs. Pinehurst Country Club, 6255 W. Quincy Ave., 303-322-5205,
Summer of Hope Hygiene Drive
Through Sunday: 92.5 The Wolf, Mix 100 and KOOL 105 are joining forces with Walgreens in a benefit for the Denver Rescue Mission. Visit any Walgreens and donate items to the Hope Tote bin including soap, shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, disposable razors and more. All donations will be distributed to the five Denver Rescue Mission facilities. Donations may also be dropped off at the Lawrence Street Shelter, 1130 Park Avenue West.
Pennies From Heaven
Through Aug. 27: Inviting customers to round up their purchases and donate the difference to local organizations including the Metro Denver YMCA. Proceeds provide children in need with after-school programs.
The Altar Bridal Consignment
Through Aug. 31: Proceeds from donated bridesmaid dresses benefit the Colorado Humane Society. Those who donate two or more matching dresses receive a gift bag. 9629 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood, 303-455-3385,
& Macy’s
Through Oct. 15: A back-to-school campaign encouraging teens to volunteer in their communities. The mobile campaign asks young people to visit their local mstyle lab section in the juniors department at Macy’s and participate in a scan- to-donate program. Macy’s will donate $1 for every scan to . or text “CAUSE” to 38383
OPENINGS
Maurices
Saturday: The retailer, offering clothing and accessories for young women sizes 1-24, celebrates its opening with a ribbon cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. Grand opening sale is buy one, get one at 50 percent. Customers may register to win one of four shopping sprees through Sept. 18. Flat- acres Marketplace, 11465 S. Twenty Mile Road, Parker,
Ann Taylor
Wednesday: Celebration of new location includes music, cocktails and hors d’oeuvres with Georgia Benjou of 5280 Magazine and The White House Project, 6-8 p.m. Four Seasons Hotel Pool Terrace, 1114 14th St., RSVP: party@5280.com
CALL FOR ENTRIES
Ecco Domani Fashion Foundation
Through Oct. 14: Ecco Domani Wines of Italy hosts its 11th annual contest in which seven emerging designers will be selected to each receive a $25,000 grant to showcase their collections during New York’s Fall 2012 Fashion Week. Details at
EXHIBITS
“Cowboys & Rock Stars”
Through Sept. 4: The history and influence of Denver-based Rockmount Ranch Wear. Hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Saturday, 1-5 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $5; $3 seniors; free for students and members. Foothills Art Center, 809 15th St., Golden, 303-279-3922,
UPCOMING
Style Party
Aug. 26: Meet the style team at The Oxford Club, Spa & Salon and learn new application techniques from the Glo Minerals makeup line, 4-7:30 p.m. The salon offers haircuts for men and women, coloring, perms, straightening treatments, deep conditioning and makeup application. Guests who book their next hair or makeup service during the Style Party receive a 50 percent discount. 1616 17th St., 303-628-5435,
The Sweet Life Fashion Show
Sept. 17: Eighth annual Volunteers of America Fashion Show benefits the Brandon Center, a shelter offering food and life skills for women and children. 7 p.m. doors. Tickets — $65 for general admission and $100 for catwalk seating — include a party gift, appetizers, Voli vodka drinks and dessert. Guests may purchase $10 Sugarlicious candy bars that contain a “golden ticket” redeemable for several prizes. Suite 200, 1427 Larimer St., 303-264-3333,
Mail info to Fashion Calendar, The Denver Post, 101 W. Colfax Ave., Suite 600, Denver, CO 80202; fax 303-954-1679; e-mail living@denverpost.com.
