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NOVEMBER (2010)
Thursday, Nov. 4
Popina Swimwear Pearl District Grand Opening Party – Kick off this month’s First Thursday at Popina Swimwear’s new location in the Pearl for a party featuring a fashion show; free manicures, hand massages and waxing by Studio Luxe; yummy treats by Cupcake Jones; and drinks from New Deal Vodka, Kona Brewing and Hip Chicks Do Wine. Also, enter for a chance to win two round-trip Alaska Airlines tickets to Hawaii! Party pops off from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. 318 N.W. 11th Ave.; 503-282-5159.
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Thursday, Nov. 4 through Friday, Dec. 31
Flurry Pop-Up Shop – Flurry, home to a host of local designers offering clothing, accessories, jewelry and gift items, will open its temporary holiday home in downtown Portland. Back for its second year, Flurry will show and sell goods from a stellar lineup of local designers including Michelle DeCourcy, Betty Jean Couture, Lizzie Parker, Christa Taylor, O’Pearl Jewelry, Brehan Todd Jewelry, The Opulent Project, Qunique Shoes, The Real McCoy Handbags and more. 720 S.W. Yamhill St.; 503-267-5505; Mon.-Sat. 10-7; Sun. 12-7.
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Saturday, Nov. 6 and Sunday, Nov. 7
Little Winter Market – Two of Portland’s most famous fashion and style bloggers Chelsea Fuss of the eye-candy-rich Frolic! and Abby Powell-Thompson of Abby Try Again have come together to give us lucky Portlanders a taste of shopping magic in the form of their new joint venture held at the Ace Hotel from 11 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and from 11 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday. Little Winter vendors include Twigs & Honey, Secret Pocket, Cori Kindred, Favor Jewelry, Paul Ferney, Garment House and many other standout names. The Cleaners at The Ace Hotel, 1022 S.W. Stark St.; 503-228-2277.
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Friday, Nov. 12
Mabel and Zora – The Pearl District shop for ladies who do way more than lunch will be marking down their latest holiday collections by 15 percent, including designs from Milly, Trina Turk, Bailey 44, Beth Bowley, Eva Franco, Max & Cleo and more for their Holiday Preview Party happening from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. During the festivities they will also be raffling off a Catherine Manuel Luggage set worth more than $350. Mabel and Zora, 748 N.W. 11th Ave.; 503-241-5696. Read more about this event here.
Friday, Nov. 12
Fluxus Trunk Show at Shop Adorn – Portland’s tiny but packed-to-the-brim Shop Adorn will host a designer trunk show and sale featuring Los Angeles label Fluxus from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Shop Adorn, 4759 N.E. Fremont St.; 1-888-654-0570. Read more about this event here.
Thursday, Nov. 18
Trunk Show/Designer Debut at Covet- Come celebrate the debut of Portland based jeweler Rebecca Coagan’s designs with an artist’s reception from 4 p.m.-7p.m. Handcrafted from gold fill and silk cord, Coagan’s Morse Coded necklaces are delicately unique and spell out words such as ‘love’ and ‘mom’. Meet the designer and create your own custom piece for the perfect holiday gift. Covet, 429 S.W. 10th Ave.; 503-222-6838. Read more about this event here.
Friday, Nov. 19
Pre-Holiday Sale and Studio Grand Opening at betsy & iya shop- Enjoy a happy hour drinks, snacks, and huge pre-holiday deals at the betsy & iya studio grand opening from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Meet designer Betsy Cross, check out new designs, and enter the raffle for $150, $75, and $25 betsy & iya gift certificates. Discounts up to 50% off selected items. betsy & iya, 1722 N.W. Raleigh St., Ste. 101; 503-227-5482.
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Saturday, Nov. 20
Couture Cat Trunk Show at Mabel and Zora- Get ready for a study in versatility! Former Portland designer Cat Biggar is showcasing her famous Convertible Dress from 2 p.m.-6 p.m. This sustainable travel garment can be worn in over 50 different ways, making packing for holiday travel that much lighter. Enjoy a glass of champagne and meet the designer. Mabel and Zora, 748 N.W. 11th Ave.; 503.241.5696.
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DECEMBER (2010)
Friday, Dec. 10
Beaumont Business Association Shop Hop & Tree Lighting- Don’t miss Santa as he makes a trip down NE Fremont! Shop Hop shops will be open late providing some extra hours for holiday gift buying from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Enjoy Christmas carolers and bagpipe music while you make your purchases and don’t forget to cast your vote as a part of the Holiday Window Display contest. Retailers on Fremont, N.E. 40th- 52nd Ave.
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Friday, Dec. 17
Uncommon Jewels limited edition show- Make like a V.I.P. and come view exclusive, limited run collections from Pacific N.W. jewelry artists such as Alisha Louise, Amy Bengston, betsy & iya, grayling, Lauren Harkness, Sahlia, and stone + honey from 3 p.m.-9p.m. at a soon-to-be disclosed location. The evening will include complimentary artistic gift wrapping and a hosted wine bar. More details to follow..
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