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The Ogden Museum of Southern Art is conducting a 4 week long jewelry making class. Jewelry Making 101 will be taught by New Orleans’ own Vitrice McMurray, an award winning jewelry designer. Students will learn basic techniques like wire bending, piercing, filing and finishing. Register by Tuesday, January 5th to reserve your spot.
Style.com, the online home of Vogue, takes a look back at the best party frocks and red carpet looks of 2009.
Need a new look for the new year? Swap Boutique, Life yoga + boutique, and Paris Parker salon are giving away a complete re-do. Just fill out an application available at all three places and enter to win a designer outfit, hair and cosmetic makeover, and a free month of yoga.
Need a fancy frock for graduation or a dance? How about a debutante ball? Yvonne LaFleur is having a trunk show Sunday, December 27th through Saturday, January 2nd. Prices are in the $200-$300 range and are appropriate for 8th graders and high school girls.
Help ring in the new year at the Freret Market on Saturday, January 2nd from noon to 5:00pm. As usual there will be live music, food, art, and plenty of handmade clothing and accessories.

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Style Lab for Men is having a holiday party this Tuesday, Dec. 22nd from 5:00-8:00pm. Defend New Orleans will be on hand selling samples as well as Renu Jewelry showcasing their latest pieces. There will be champagne, door prizes and a DJ on hand to help get you in the holiday mood.
Tomato has a new selection of 50% off merchandise just in time for the holidays as well as $10 items perfect for stocking stuffers.
This holiday season why not help your community in the form of a charitable gift card? Changing the Present and Rebuilding Together will help rebuild homes in New Orleans with the money. Denominations range from $25 to $150, which pays for the cost of bamboo flooring or a new toilet, respectively.

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N.O. Surf Shop is offering 15% off any single item or 15% off your purchase when you spend $100 or more now through Saturday, December 12th.
Freret Market is having its annual “Freretstivus” holiday market complete with 130 vendors from 12-5pm on Saturday, December 12th.
What’s more bizarre than Snake & Jakes’s holiday bazaar on Saturday, December 12th? From 6-9pm the bar will host their Christmas “Bizarre” with clothing, arts, crafts, vinyl records and more for sale.

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Voluptuous Vixen is having 50% off select holiday dresses in addition to caroling and libations for shoppers this Saturday, Dec. 5th from 11:00am-8:00pm
Canal St. stores promise discounts on December 19th from 10:00am-5:00pm for those avoiding the mall. In other words keep those $$$ on Orleans Parish!
Muse Inspired Fashion will be be hosting a Virgins, Saints, and Angels trunk show Sat. Dec 5th from 10am-8pm

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Underpinnings are the foundations of a good outfit. Bra Genie will help you shop for new items with complimentary wine and cheese from Martin Wine Cellar on Sat. Dec. 5th.
Ruby is having a “fashion funds weekend” this Friday and Saturday, December 4th and 5th. Doors open early at 10:00am and you can receive a $25 gift cards with every $100 you spend.

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Saints fever is translating into big t-shirt sales atNew Orleans retailers.
The Krewe of Muses is hosting a holiday market on Thursday, December 3rd from 5:30pm-8:30pm at Kingsley House. There will be a bevy of vendors offering up hats, jewelry, t-shirts, scarves, ties and more. Admission is $20 which includes parking, light food and wine.
The Freret Market is this Saturday, December 5th from noon-5:00pm. The market offers homegrown food, fashion, and music every month.
If you are looking for something more low key head toFlanagan’s Pub for Miss Malaprop’s handcrafted shopping party Thursday, December 3rd from 6:00pm-9:00pm. Mallory will be showcasing several crafter’s work with a focus on environmentally friendly products.

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Stop in Feet First now through Sunday, November 29th at receive discounts if you bring in canned or non-perishable food items. Bring in 2 or more items and receive 20% off your total purchase. Bring in 3 or more items and receive 30% off your purchase. All food will be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank of Greater New Orleans and Acadiana.

Stop by Buffalo Exchange for 75% off sale merchandise now until the end of the month.

Local clothing line LiaMolly will be having trunk shows on Wednesday, November 25th from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Loa in the International House Hoteland on December 16th same time, same place.

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Stop by Voluptuous Vixen, a fashionable plus sized store, to help celebrate their 3rd anniversary. On Thursday, November 19th luxe cocktail dresses will be 50% off and you can enter to win a $100 gift certificate.
Feet First is having another trunk show highlighting comfort shoe brands Born and Sofft. Enjoy complimentary wine & hors d’oeuvres on Saturday, November 14th from 10am-6pm as a brand representative helps you select the perfect pair for you.
Shoefty just got in some great kicks for guys and girls. Go snap ’em up!

Creative Recreation via Shoefty

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Style Lab, a popular men’s boutique is offering an additional 15% off all sale items. You can also browse new arrivals from G-Star, Ben Sherman, Modern Amusements, Levi’s and Woolrich.
Yvonne LaFleur is having a holiday wardrobe trunk show Nov. 12-14. Enjoy informal modeling and refreshments during the event.

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Give and receive with the Junior League of New Orleans’ gift card. The $35 card gets you 20% discount at select retailers and all proceeds from card sales goes to local projects supported by the group.
Get ready for winter (whenever that happens) at Tomato. Coats and sweaters are currently 20% off. They are also getting ready to open a Baton Rouge store so fill out an application if you’re inclined.
Coco Before Chanel, the biopic about Chanel’s life pre fashion career, comes out today.

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