EVENTS
Mondo Guerra’s Viewing Parties
Today: Guerra, a finalist on Season 8 of “Project Runway,” competes in the “Project Runway All Stars” series, continuing Thursdays through March 22 on cable TV’s Lifetime. Guerra hosts weekly viewing parties that include guests, activities and prizes, all connected to the theme of that week’s show. Doors open at 6 p.m., show at 7 p.m. Free; donations accepted for the Colorado AIDS Project. Beauty Bar, 608 E. 13th Ave., lovemondotrasho.com
Neiman Marcus
Friday: Donna Karan spring trunk show. 3000 E. First Ave., 303-329-2600
What It’s Worth
Saturday:Jewelry appraiser and gemologist Bill Hoefer will give free appraisals on jewelry, one item per customer on a first come, first served basis, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Complete appraisals may be scheduled for a later date for $75. Fred Meyer Jewelers, 8031 Wadsworth Blvd., Arvada, 303-463-2297
Fashion Denver
Saturday: Hosting an “Open House Closing Party,” a goodbye celebration to the retail portion of its business to focus on seasonal fashion markets and events and the promotion of local designers, 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Entertainment and refreshments included. An after party with dancing follows, 7-11 p.m. 1070 Bannock St., fashiondenver.com
Delish Demure
Tuesday: “Makeover Extravaganza” with hairstylist Alexandria Grado, workout and nutrition tips from personal trainer Abby Corrigan, and closet and wardrobe designs, 6 p.m. Refreshments included. 8000 E. Belleview Ave., Suite D-10, Greenwood Village, RSVP to 303-740-1100, delishdemure.com
BENEFITS & DONATIONS
Coats for Cubs
Through April 22: Donate fur apparel at any Buffalo Exchange location to be used to comfort orphaned and injured wildlife. Call or visit the website for locations. 866-235-8255, buffaloexchange.com
DenverWorks
Wednesdays: The nonprofit accepts gently used clothing for low-income men and women to use for interviews and job placement, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 303-433-0300 ext. 103, denverworks.org
EXHIBITS
Tactile Textile Arts Center
Through Sunday: “Fifth Annual Member Showcase,” works by fiber artisans and members. 1955 S. Quince St., 720-524-8886, tactilearts.org
CONTESTS
Maurices Main Street Model Search
Through Feb. 13: The young women’s retailer continues its second annual search for “12 real girls” in all sizes to model upcoming fall, holiday and spring campaigns. Must be 18 and older. Entries accepted through Feb. 13, online voting is Feb. 27-March 19. Maurices will select 20 models for a final casting call in Minnesota the week of April 16. The top 12 models will be announced April 23. mauricesmainstreetmodel.com
Quilting design contest Through June 1:Swarovski Elements hosts its inaugural “Create Your Style” art quilting design contest to encourage quilters to use unique materials in their traditional quilt designs.create-your-style.com
UPCOMING
Mulberries Bakery and File-n-Style’s Valentine’s Day Special
Through Feb. 14: The two businesses have again partnered for the third annual Valentine’s Day Special offering two chocolate spa pedicures, pink champagne and treats including teacakes and fudge-dipped strawberries. The package for two people is $85. Gift certificates can be purchased through Feb. 14 and reservations may be made Feb. 9-19. Mulberries Bakery, 2027 E. Colfax Ave., 303-282-1044, mulberriescakeshop.com; File-n-Style, 2920 E. Colfax Ave., 720-941-8822,
Mail info 10-14 days in advance to Fashion Calendar, The Denver Post, 101 W. Colfax Ave., Suite 600, Denver, CO 80202; fax 303-954-1679; e-mail living@denverpost.com.
