April (2010)
This page contains archived past events for April 2010. For current April events visit our Portland Style Calendar.
Thursday, April 1 through April 30
Wearable Art Exhibit – Anka Gallery presents an exhibit tailor made for those of us who have always deemed fashion an art. “The Interior’s New Clothes,” a showing of wearable art and interiors from local designers, opens with a reception from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. tonight and continues through Friday, April 30. Read more about the event and the featured designers here! Anka Gallery, 325 N.W. 6th Ave.; 503-224-5721. ankagallery.com
Friday, April 2 and All Month Long
Lille Boutique – Elegant East Burnside lingerie boutique Lille celebrates its third anniversary all month long with daily deals and giveaways you can find on the Lille Boutique blog. Right now you can enter to win a pair of chic patterened tights from Les Queues de Sardines. Other highlights this month include tonight’s First Friday art reception for local painter and gallery owner Kendra Binney. Then, come out and celebrate with an in-store party from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Saturday, April 17. Live models will show off new spring lingerie styles from Stella McCartney, Malia Mills, Erica Tanov, Eres and more. 1007 E. Burnside; 503-232-0333. www.lilleboutique.com
Thursday, April 1
Stand Up Comedy – PICA’s ongoing poster series “CoolArt,” curated by artist Rob Halverson, will be on view (and on sale!) at indie fashion shop Stand Up Comedy, along with new spring clothing designs, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Ddmission to the show is F-R-E-E. Read more about the event here! Stand Up Comedy, 811 E. Burnside St.; 503-233-3382. www.shopstandingup.us
Thursday, April 1
Lizard Lounge – Portland’s stylish streetwear source will host a First Thursday celebration with live music from local garage-pop band The Hugs, an artist reception for Chris Haberman and Jason Brown, and 20 percent discounts on all full-priced merchandise from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Also enjoy Widmer Brothers beer and Koi Fusion Korean BBQ, with 15 percent of the event earnings to benefit Mercy Corps earthquake relief efforts in Haiti. Lizard Lounge, 1323 N.W. Irving St.; 503-416-7476. www.lizardloungepdx.com
Thursday, April 1
Project Runway Season 7 – Join The Neat Sheet’s weekly viewing parties of Project Runway Season 7, featuring Portland-area designer Seth Aaron Henderson (local designer Janeane Marie Ceccanti was sent home in episode 6). Read more about last week’s episode here! Episode No. 11 starts at 10 p.m. tonight. Tanker Bar, 4825 S.W. Hawthorne Blvd.; 503-445-4635. www.tankerpdx.com
Thursday, April 1
Mercantile – Classic downtown Portland boutique department store will host a Magaschoni trunk show from Thursday, April 1 through Saturday, April 3. View the spring collection and receive a free gift with purchase. Read more about the event here! Also, find new markdowns of up to 75 percent starting today. Mercantile, 729 S.W. Alder St.; 503-223-6649. www.mercantileportland.com
Thursday, April 1
Tolivar Grand Opening Party – Stop by this new lower East Burnside boutique to check out locally made art, jewelry and clothing, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. 811 E. Burnside. www.tolivarportland.com
Friday, April 2
Frank James – Stop by the shop’s First Friday party (just down the street from Tolivar) for a viewing of art by Mackenzie Boetes, beverages, and 10 percent savings storewide all evening. Score new spring styles from Reif, Plastic Island, Mary Meyer and more. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., 729 E. Burnside St.; 503-239-3959. www.frankjamesclothing.com
Friday, April 2
Covet – Stop by and help celebrate this fave local boutique’s secon anniversary, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. tonight. Enjoy champagne while saving 20 percent storewide, and enter to win a $200 Covet gift certificate. 429 S.W. 10th Ave.; 503-222-6838.
www.lovecovet.com
Friday, April 2
Anne Bocci Boutique – It’s First Friday in Multnomah Village, and Bocci’s sweet boutique will host a party that features special guest designer Seth Aaron Henderson. Stop by from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. for wine, raffle prizes, massages, new spring dresses from Suzabelle, Christa Taylor and Henderson, who is currently starring on Project Runway Season 7. 7824 S.W. Capitol Hwy.; 503-452-3711. www.annebocciboutique.com
Friday, April 2
Union Rose – Montavilla boutique Union Rose will host a spring trunk show by Portland fashion designer Alyson Clair, who will unveil her Spring 2010 collection (right). Read more about the event here, and enter to win an original Alyson Clair design of your choice! 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. 7909 S.E. Stark St.; 503-287-4242. www.alysonclair.com
Saturday, April 3
Easter Egg Shopping Hunt – Mercantile boutique department store will hold a day-long Easter egg hunt. Find eggs filled will dollars to spend on Mercantile merch, plus enjoy mini-manicures in store al day. Also enjoy coffee and treats in the morning and tea or bellinis all afternoon. Read more about the event here! Mercantile, 729 S.W. Alder St.; 503-223-6649. www.mercantileportland.com
Saturday, April 3
Pin-Me Apparel – This sweet Mississippi Avenue boutique will celebrate its fifth birthday with 25 percent markdowns storewide Saturday, and an in-store party from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Read more about the event here, and see all the cool new stuff you can save on during the sale. 3705 N. Mississippi Ave.; 503-281-1572. www.pin-me-apparel.com
Sunday, April 4
It’s Easter Sunday! Many stores are closed today, but you can still shop Saturday Market for handmade and artisan goods from 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 4. We recommend making a beeline for the Kitty Baby Love booth, where you can pick up adorable Kitty Egg Crayons for the younguns as sweet little last-minute Easter gifts. You can choose your own colors, and they come complete with their own eggs nests and egg cartons to carry them home. Saturday Market, at Southwest Ankeny Sreet and Naito Parkway; 503-222-6072. www.saturdaymarket.com
Tuesday, April 6
AlexSandra’s Vintage Fashion Show + Sale – Help celebrate the third anniversary of AlexSandra’s monthly vintage fashion shows at Tony Starlight’s Supperclub & Lounge. Join ‘em for 33 evening of drinks, dinner and dames, 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. $5; Tony Starlight’s Supper Club Lounge, 3728 N.E. Sandy Blvd.; 503-517-8584. www.alexsandras.com
Wednesday, April 7 through Friday, April 9
Pin-Me Apparel – This sweet Mississippi Avenue boutique has tons of new spring Prairie Underground merch, and they’ll mark it down by 20 percent when you mention Facebook or Twitter at the register. (Online shoppers can get the same deal by typing “20%prairie” in the comment box on the checkout page (discount will be reflected in your confirmation e-mail). Current Pin-Me Prairie faves include long purple prairie hoodies, long and short cloak hoodies in purple and fucshia, denim leggings, tops, dresses and more. 3705 N. Mississippi Ave.; 503-281-1572. www.pin-me-apparel.com
Wednesday, April 7 and Thursday, April 8
Mario’s – Posh downtown boutique/department store Mario’s will host a joint Peter Cohen sportswear and Elizabeth Blair jewelry trunk show, featuring both designers in person, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday and 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday. 833 S.W. Broadway; 503-241-8111. www.marios.com
Thursday, April 8
Project Runway Season 7 – Join The Neat Sheet’s weekly viewing parties of Project Runway Season 7, featuring Portland-area designer Seth Aaron Henderson (local designer Janeane Marie Ceccanti was sent home in episode 6). Read more about last week’s “Sew Much Pressure” episode here! Episode No. 12 starts at 10 p.m. tonight. Only five designers left! Tanker Bar, 4825 S.W. Hawthorne Blvd.; 503-445-4635. www.tankerpdx.com
Friday, April 9
Boutiques Unleashed – DoveLewis Emergency Animal Hospital is setting up for its fifth annual benefit people and pets fashion show, featuring stylish local Portlanders (and The Neat Sheet’s Karen Vitt!) walking the runway with their pets, both dressed in designs provided by local boutiques. Local designer Seth Aaron Henderson, currently appearing on Project Runway Season 7, will also be featured in the show and will design a custom outfit for the mystery animal in the show’s finale. Proceeds benefit the DoveLewis Pet Loss Support Program. The Tiffany Center, 1410 S.W. Morrison St. $60-$100; 971-255-5938. www.boutiquesunleashed.org
Friday, April 9 through Sunday, April 11
Acey’s Closet Spring Sale – Acey’s closet will hold a spring sale to benefit Dress For Success Oregon, which helps low income women achieve career success. Save on new and gently used women’s designer clothing, handbags, shoes and more from Ralph Lauren, Georgio Armani, St. John’s, Ann Taylor, Banana Republic and much more. 12-8 Friday, 10-4 Saturday and 12-4 Sunday. Acey’s Closet 1532 N.E. 37th (off Sandy Blvd.); 503-249-7300. www.aceyscloset.org
Friday, April 9 to Sunday, April 11
Amai Unmei Red Dress Sale – In honor of the upcoming Red Dress Party, this go-to boutique for party dresses and cool accessories will mark down all red dresses by 25 percent all weekend. The Red Dress party on April 17 is an annual event put on by the non-profit organitzation Red Dress PDX, which benefits those affected by HIV and AIDS. Amai Unmei, 2275 N.W. Johnson St.; 503-234-3020. www.amaiunmei.com
Saturday, April 10 and Sunday, April 11
Urban Riders Fashion Show – Pedal Nation Events presents a bicycle fashion show of styles to wear a’peddling on your daily commute. View clothing, bike bags, helmets and bike-inspired jewelry from local and other designers in two shows: 3 p.m. Saturday and 3 p.m. Sunday. The Oregon Convention Center, 777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Tickets $7 at the door or FREE in advance with registration. Read more about the event here!
Sunday, April 11
Mountain Hardwear – Whether you need extreme mountaineering gear or you’re just a gal who likes to bike and hike, come celebrate Mountain Hardwear’s anniversary with an in-store party from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Enjoy treats, save $20 on purchases of $100 and see the new spring merch. You can also enter here to win a cute, gray Urban Lite Travel jacket courtesy of Mountain Hardwear and The Neat Sheet. 722 S.W. Taylor St.; 503-226-6868. www.mountainhardwear.com
Thursday, April 15 through Sunday, April 18
Mercantile – Chic downtown boutique department store Mercantile will introduce the Theory Spring 2010 Collection to Portland with a three-day trunk show and sale, Thursday, April 15 through Sunday, April 18. Meghan Bain of Theory will be in store to show off the new collection, plus, save $25 on Theory purchases during the event. Read more about Theory and the trunk show here! Mercantile, 729 S.W. Alder St.; 503-223-6649. www.mercantileportland.com
Thursday, April 15
Souchi – Come meet Souchi designer and shop owner Suzi Johnson and save 15 percent on new spring merch, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Plus, enter a raffle to win one of Souchi’s soft organic cotton cardigans in your choice of size and color. Read more about the event and Souchi spring here! 807 N.W. 23rd Ave.; 503-525-0043. www.souchi.com
Saturday, April 17
Red Dress 2010 “Redrum” – Red Dress PDX, a non-profit organitzation that benefits those affected by HIV and AID, presents a murderous theme for its 10th annual Red Dress Party at the Bison Building, starting 9 p.m. “Redrum” will be set up as a haunted hotel, inspired by The Shining and Timberline Lodge, with two dance floors and a spooky outdoor hedge maze. Tickets: $50-$130, includes hosted food, beverages, and red cocktails. Red dress attire required! Bison Building, 419 N.E. 10th Ave. www.reddresspdx.com
Saturday, April 17
Soho Boutique – Stop by Soho from noon to 4 p.m. for a joint trunk show of pretty print skirts from Ginza Girl and handmade enamel-with-metal jewelry from 2 Monkees. They’ll be serving up bubbly and treats, and giving away door prizes from each designer. 1605 N.E. Broadway. 503-282-4940. Read more about the event here!
Saturday, April 17
Pixie Project “All for Paws” benefit shopping day – Shop three favorite local boutiques this day for special deals and discounts, and 10 percent of all purchases will benefit Pixie Project, a local pet nonprofit providing animal adoption services. Save on handbags and leather goods at Ellington (1533 N.W. 24th Ave.; 503-542-3149); pet products and gifts at All for Paws (1430 N.W 23rd Ave.; 503-241-7788); and jewelry at Aylee & Co, 1408 N.W. 23rd; 503-421-8993). www.pixieproject.org
Saturday, April 17
Lille Boutique Anniversary Party – Elegant East Burnside lingerie boutique Lille will celebrate its third anniversary with an in-store party from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Live models show off new spring lingerie styles from Stella McCartney, Malia Mills, Erica Tanov, Eres and more. 1007 E. Burnside; 503-232-0333. www.lilleboutique.com
Sunday, April 18
Believe in past lives, much? Who cares! Whether or not you believe in past life regression (and whether or not this event belongs in a style calendar), we have to share our excitement about Brian Weiss coming to town. Brian Weiss, author of “Many Lives, Many Masters” and other such bestselling New Agey books, is one of the world’s foremost experts on reincarnation. He’ll hold a day-long workshop from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the convention center, in which he’ll help you practice meditation and discover details about your past lives. Sweet! The Oregon Convention Center, 777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Tickets: $139 at www.hayhouse.com.
Sunday, April 18
Vata Salon Fashion Show – Fashion show in the ‘Couv! Vata Salon will produce a charity fashion show to support its earth month partner Columbia Riverkeepers, featuring DJ Gigahurtz and DJ Playtime and a performance by Diana Blakeslee, 6 p.m. $5 presale tickets Available at Vata Salon or $10 at the door. Atrium Lounge, 606 Broadway, Vancouver, Wash.; 360-885-1077. www.salonvata.com
Sunday, April 18
Tumbleweed – Alberta boutique Tumbleweed is turning 10! We can credit this sweet boutique with helping to spark the Alberta Arts movement way back when, and for remaining a consistent style source as Alberta has bloomed into a full-on shopping scene. Stop by 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. this Sunday to say Happy Birthday, preview a new collection from shop owner Kara Line and save on select sale items. 1804 N.E. Alberta St.; 503-335-3100. www.tumbleweedboutique.com
Continuing through April 22, 2010 (Earth Day)
Buffalo Exchange – The popular chain of shops offering trendy new and used clothing kicked off its annual Coats for Cubs campaign last November, and will continue the fur exchange through Earth Day (Thursday, April 22). Bring any real or faux fur clothing or accessories to benefit The Humane Society of the United States. Donations of fur apparel, trim and accessories such as hats, gloves and muffs will be used as bedding to provide comfort for orphaned and injured wildlife. Then, shop the store’s Earth Day Dollar Day Sale on Saturday, April 24. Select items will be on sale for exactly $1 all day, with all proceeds going to the Don’t Trash Wildlife campaign and the HSUS. Read more about the event here!
Wednesday, April 21
Girlfriend Day at Mario’s 3.10 – Grab some girlies and head to Bridgeport Village for a day of shopping + drinks. Preview the new Paige Premium Denim line and have a Paige representative help you find your most flattering fit. There will be wine from ADEA wine company and treats from Sweetest thing, plus 10 percent off purchases from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. 17031 S.W. 72nd Ave., Tigard; 503-601-7310. www.marios.com
Wednesday, April 21
The Aveda Institute of Portland will host and Earth Month “Catwalk for Water” fashion show, or rather “evening of style segments,” to benefit Columbia Riverkeeper, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Venue Pearl, 323 N.W. 13th Ave.; 503-294-6000; $20-$100; Read more about the event + get ticket information here.
Thursday, April 22
Physical Element Fall Fashion Show – Step away from your flouncy floral skirts for just a moment, it’s time to take a peek at Fall 2010. Physical Element, Portland’s best indie source for inventive modern clothing from local and international designers, will present a smashing Fall Preview Fashion Show at Pinnacle Pavilion, 7 p.m. Thursday, April 22. Get The Neat Sheet’s event preview here!
Thursday, April 22
Mink Boutique Anniversary Party – Mink is celebrating its third birthday with a day-long sale that culminates in a shopping party from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Stop by all day to save 10 percent on your entire purchase, then hit the evening party for complimentary bubbly and treats, a Grayling Jewelry trunk show and spring collection launch. Read more about the event here! 3418 S.E. Hawthorne Blvd.; 503-232-3500. shopmink.com
Thursday, April 22
ElizaBeth Rohloff – Sneak preview show and sale of local designer ElizaBeth Rohloff’s newest collection of hats and apparel at T.Ruth ARTSPACE. Enjoy food, wine, conversation and get the first look at Rohloff’s latest offerings from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. 2403 N.W. Thurman. Read The Neat Sheet’s preview of this event here!
Saturday, April 24
Buffalo Exchange – The popular chain of shops offering trendy new and used clothing will hold a post-Earth Day Dollar Day Sale to benefit the critters. Select items will be on sale for exactly $1 all day, with all proceeds going to the Don’t Trash Wildlife campaign and the The Humane Society of the United States.
Saturday, April 24
TADA 2010 Gala – Enjoy a grownup evening of food, performance and fun bidding at the Portland Institute of Contemporary Art’s (PICA) annual live auction gala at the Bison Building, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. TADA 2010 will feature dinner by famed Portland eatery Simpatica, a live auction by Laura Michalet, cocktails, a preview performance by Noelle Stiles and live music by Delaney Kelly, Matt Jones, Marc Fischer. Unleash your inner patron and support PICA’s 15th year of artistic programming in style. Tickets are $150 for Members/General (fyi $100 of the ticket price is tax-deductible). 419 N.E. 10th Ave; 503-242-1419. www.pica.org
Saturday, April 24
Mississippi Avenue 2nd Annual Spring Greening – Businesses along Mississippi Avenue will celebrate spring and Earth Month with a day’s worth of free events, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Come for sidewalk sales, shopping and dining deals, live music, in front of Casa Naranja, green living and working demonstrations, crafts for the kids and more. Casa Naranja, 4205 N. Mississipp Ave. Read more about the event here!
Sunday, April 25
CRAVE Portland Business Chat – Stylish Portland marketing company CRAVE will host its monthly biz chat on how to increase your ROI through events using marketing and promotional strategies and collaborating with other businesses. This month’s speakers include Claudia Bowers of Pravia Wines & Events and Tiffanee Bean, owner of Mabel and Zora boutique. $20 or two for $30, or $10 with student ID. 10 a.m. to noon at Relish Design, 1715 N.W. Lovejoy St. $20. www.craveportland.com
Thursday, April 22
It’s Earth Day! There’s a world’s worth of eco-friendly fashion, sales and events around town, so we’ve created a Neat Portland Earth Day Sales + Events Guide here! Find the best environmentally friendly local sales and events taking place today through the weekend, and some through the end of the month.
Tuesday, April 27
Urban Gypsies traveling boutique and Portland Spa & Boutique will host a night of shopping and spa fun, with clothing, food, complimentary airbrush tans and an Urban Gypsies raffle, 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Portland Spa & Boutique, 0315 S.W. Montgomery St., Suite 390.www.urbangypsiesclothing.com
Thursday, April 29
Bridgeport Village presents its first-ever Fashion Bootcamp! The Bootcamp will feature style tips and trends, make up and hair updates, anti-aging strategies, eyewear trends, accessorizing help and more, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Tickets are $20 and include a $25 Bridgeport Village gift card, plus wine and nibbles, and presentations by Mario’s 3.10, MAC Cosmetics and more. Our friends over at CRAVE Portland are sponsoring the event, so you’ll save $5 when you mention CRAVE. www.bridgeport-village.com
Thursday, April 27
Last Thursday on Alberta – Shops, galleries, studios, restaurants and other businesses on Alberta Street will stay open late offering sidewalk sales, shopping specials and dining deals during the Alberta Arts District’s monthly celebration, 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Be sure to stop past Local Discoveries (1627 N.E. Alberta St.; 503-209-3956), where they’ll be out in front of the shop selling local and handmade soaps, candles, jewelry, art, purses, clothes, glass, bird houses, caramel corn and pretzels. artonalberta.org
Thursday, April 29 through Saturday, May 1
Charming dishware boutique Elsa + Sam needs to make room for new summer merchandise, which means you get to save on what they have in stock now! For three days Elsa + Sam is offering 15% off your entire purchase store wide. The sale includes items already on sale but does not include artwork. Stock up on gifts or pick up something cute for yourself. 4314 SE Hawthorne Blvd; 503.517.9942; www.elsasam.com
Friday, April 30
Model casting call for Ecouture fashion show – The American Marketing Association at Portland State University will hold an open casting call for models to walk the runway at Ecouture, the second annual sustainable fashion show happening Tuesday, June 8. Potential catwalkers are asked to bring their high heels and (presumably) fierce attitude to PSU’s Smith Memorial Student Union, Room 294 at 6:30 p.m. Read more here or visit the official Ecouture website.
Friday, April 30
Celebrate Success Auction, Dinner + Fashion Show – Dress for Success Oregon, which benefits career development and economic independence for local women, presents its annual spring fashion show, 5:30 p.m. at the Oregon Convention Center. To register and purchase tickets click here and then click Registration.www.dressforsuccessoregon.org
Friday, April 30
Power of the Purse – Dionne Warwick is one of this year’s guest designers at the fifth annual Power of the Purse fundraiser for Girls Inc. of NW Oregon. Enjoy food, entertainment and a live auction of handbags designed by local and national celebs and designers, including the lovely Warwick. 5:30 p.m. at Portland Art Museum, 503-230-0054. Tickets go on sale March 12. www.girlsincnworegon.org
Friday, April 30, and Saturday, May 1
Local independent retailer specializing in luxurious home and fashion accessories Rosabode is having a spring cleaning sale all weekend long! Stop by between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. and surround yourself in beautiful fabrics and faux fur during this two day sale. Save on everything from fabulous handmade throws to linen skirts, one-of-a-kind purses and more. 4225 NE Fremont St.; 503-493-9391; http://rosabode.com
