EVENTS
Garbarini
Today: Milly trunk show for spring and summer, noon-5 p.m. 3003 E. Third Ave., garbarinishop.com
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. Jerrell Scott, fellow “All Star,” will co-host with Guerra tonight. 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
Sweetheart Boutique Crawl
Saturday: Denver Independent Boutiques (DIBS) presents a Valentine’s Day one-day shopping event offering specials, activities and refreshments, noon-5 p.m. Visit the website for a schedule and map. shopdibs.com
The Little White Dress Bridal Shop
Sunday: Hosting “Lunch & Learn With Alan Belitsky,” noon-1 p.m. Belitsky is the bridal stylist of Liancarlo and will showcase the 2012 wedding gown collection. Reservations required. 3420 W. 32nd Ave., 303-814-8972, LWDBridal.com
Colorado Mills
Through Tuesday: The mall is giving away free craft kits for children to celebrate Valentine’s Day, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. daily. Visit the management office. 14500 W. Colfax Ave., Lakewood, 303-384-3000, coloradomills.com
Mulberries Bakery and File-n-Style’s Valentine’s Day Special
Through Tuesday: 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 Tuesday and reservations may be made through Feb. 19. Mulberries Bakery, 2027 E. Colfax Ave., 303-282-1044, mulberriescakeshop.com; File-n-Style, 2920 E. Colfax Ave., 720-941-8822,
Etcetera
Wednesday-Feb. 22: 2012 Spring trunk show. By appointment only. Call Lori at 303-886-0188 or e-mail lbaird71@comcast.net; etcetera.com
Neiman Marcus
Wednesday: Armani Intimo Event, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Wednesday-Feb. 19: Ippolita Jewelry close up; Wednesday- Feb. 22: The Trend Event: Receive sterling silver earrings from Ippolita with a regular price purchase of $350 or more in women’s apparel, accessories, shoes, handbags or jewelry; Feb. 19-25: The World of YSL includes ready-to- wear, ladies shoes, accessories, jewelry and beauty. 3000 E. First Ave., 303-329-2600
BENEFITS & DONATIONS
“Beers, Brats & Bras”
Sunday: Sol hosts its ninth annual Valentine’s Day shopping event for men, noon-5 p.m. Free beer, brats, cocktails, parking and gift wrapping included. A portion of the proceeds are donated to the Morgan Adams Foundation to benefit Children’s Hospital Pediatric Oncology Research. Sol … store of lingerie, 248 Detroit St., Cherry Creek North, 303-394-1060, SOLlingerie.com
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
CLASSES
Tactile Textile Arts Center
Feb. 26: “Very Beginning Knitting,” 10 a.m.-noon. $30, $25 members, $5 kit fee; “Jewelry for Your Knitting,” 1-3 p.m. $30, $25 members, $10 kit fee. Reservations required for all classes. Tactile also hosts a SewFa Lounge, noon to 8 p.m. the third Thursday of each month. Bring your project and work on it while visiting with others. Tools, cutting tables, pressing stations and more are available for a minimal fee. 1955 S. Quince St., 720-524-8886, tactilearts.org
CONTESTS
Maurices Main Street Model Search
Through Monday: 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 or older. Entries accepted through Monday, 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
Applewood Bridal Fair
Feb. 19: Features vendors showcasing gowns, dresses, tuxedos, floral designs, photography, music, entertainment, financial planning and more, noon-3 p.m. Free. Wheat Ridge Recreation Center, 4005 Kipling St., 303-231-1300, applewoodbridalfair.net
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.
