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Get out and help stimulate the economy by shopping on Saturday, November 7th at the Magazine Street Retail Relief.
Ruby, the cutest boutique in Hammond, LA, is celebrating their 6th anniversary on Wednesday, November 4th. Stop in from 11am-6pm for champagne, cake, and lots of goodies. Enjoy free gifts with any $50 and $100 purchase. You can also register to win for a chance to win shopping cards and gifts all day long!
Buffalo Exchange just got a slew of women’s winter jackets, sweaters, and dresses in including cocktail party worthy frocks and a handful of Diane Von Furstenburg. Come get them before they run out!

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The New Orleans Saks Fifth Avenue would like to get you ready for holiday season with a slew of shopping events.

Enjoy a fashionable lunch at Commander’s Palace on November 5th from 12:00-2:00pm. Saks will be showing the best of the fall 2009 collections in a festive atmosphere. Call the restaurant to make a reservation.
Need a cocktail dress? Stop by on November 7th from 12:00-4:00pm to view the latest evening wear. Informal modeling and champagne are the highlights of the afternoon. For more information call 504.524.2200 ext. 5345
An Eileen Fisher representative will be on hand November 5th from 12:00-4:00pm to assist you with purchases. Anyone who spends $500 on non-sale items will receive an exclusive gift. Call 504.524.2200 ext. 5338 to set up an appointment.

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Meet Hillary and Katherine of Who What Wear in Miami, FL on October 28th.
Italy Direct, a boutique with wholesale pricing, is having a wine and cheese night on Saturday, November 7th from 6pm ’till midnight.
If you’ve ever fallen in love with a piece of jewelry while watching a movie you’re in luck. Filthy Rich is opening next month at 330 Chartres St in the French Quarter. The franchise sells high quality replicas of famous pieces of jewelry seen classic movies such as Gone with the Wind.

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So are you waiting until the last minute to get your Halloween costume? Swing by Buffalo Exchange for last minute picks and get 75% off all sale items including a selection of costumes. Hurry up!
Get your tassles ready for the Gowns and Tassles burlesque benefit on October 28th at the Always Lounge in the Marigny. There will be a fashion show and of course burlesque performances. The fashion show will showcase up and coming designers Ottilie Brodmann, John Delgadilo and Debbie Johnson.
Rubensteins is showing Agave Denim’s latest fall collection on Friday and Saturday Oct. 30th-31st. Designer Jeff Shafer will be in store to help you select the perfect pair.

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Mark your calenders and get ready for Fashion Rocks on November 6th. The show benefits underprivileged children by giving raising money for a Christmas shopping spree.
In need of a Halloween costume still? Learn how to make costumes from old clothes at The Green Project on Saturday, October 24th from 10am-noon. Admission is $5 or free if you’re a member.
Catch a fashion show featuring styles from Shop and Mirabella that same evening at 9:00pm at Republic.
The French Market promises fashion shows and costume contests the Saturday and Sunday before Halloween. Several local musicians are slated to perform.

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Stein Mart is donating 1% of their sales on Oct. 16th and 17th to the Susan G. Komen Foundation to help find the cure for breast cancer.
Jewelry maker Dominique Giordano is hosting a jewelry making class on Thursday, Oct. 15th from 6:00-8:00pm. Participants will be instructed how to create their own caviar heart pendant, no previous experience required.
Ah-ha on Magazine St. is currently having a buy one, get the second at 20% off special.
Enjoy 10% off Melissa Joy Manning’s jewelry at her trunk show Friday, October 16th at Katy Beh Contemporary Jewelry

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For all you Dallas, TX residents Scott Schumann of the Sartorialist will be conducting a book signing this month in your city. Jealousy abounds.

Lots of upcoming events happening at Feet First! Stop in on Saturday, October 17th for a surprise one day only event.
There is also a trunk show on Wednesday, October 21st from 5:30pm-8:30pm featuring Tru Colors apparel, Claire Sanchez handbags and Stella & Dot jewelry. There will be complimentary wine and hors d’oeuvres, raffle prizes, free gifts with purchase and double rewards on all frequent shopper cards.
While you’re at it mark your calender for Saturday, November 14th for yet another trunk show! This time the theme is comfort with shoe brands Söfft and Børn from 10:00am-6:00pm. National brand representatives will be on hand to guide you through the selections.

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Buffalo Exchange is celebrating Halloween all month long! Comes dressed as your favorite decade, be it the 1880s or the 1980s on Saturday, Oct. 10th and get $5 off your next $20 purchase.
The Encore Shop, a consignment store that benefits the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, is sponsoring a string of fashion events Oct. 13th-17th. There will be daily workshops delving into fall trends, accessories, and designer shoes.
Local jewelry designer Mignon Faget has released a new line of wooden shotgun house pendants. The necklaces are a collaboration with artist and urban designer Robert Tannen and 5% of sales will be donated to Global Green USA for Rebuilding New Orleans Green.

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I Heart NOLA did a great write up about Brinkman’s Menswear. If you mention the feature you can receive a 25% discount.
Are you torturing your feet in those 4 inch stilettos? The Gambit Weekly is here to help. I personally stopped sacrificing comfort and rarely break out a pair of heels. Unless I’m going to dinner or know I will be sitting all day flats comprise my everyday wear.
Create your own fashionable spring break by attending Miami Fashion Week March 18th-20th 2010.
If you are still in need of a Halloween costume check out Elysian Fleas (get it?) a new art/craft market that will be selling handmade costumes. Check it out on Sunday, 11am-5pm on the corner of Elysian Fields and Chartres.
Do you want free makeup samples and a fall fashion show? Dillard’s at Lakeside Mall is hosting their 2nd annual trend show October 10th from 8:30am-10:00am. There will be a light breakfast, product demonstrations and a free gift to all event attendees. Get there early because seating is limited.

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Bonjour Boutiques is a new website and magazine focusing on Northshore retail offerings. Be sure to check it out when it launches this November.
Magazine St. newcomer Branch Out Shop, a new vintage and sustainable goods store, is slated to open tonight during Art for Art’s Sake.
I’d like to thank my good friend Leslie of NOLA Eats for getting Slow Southern Style a Twitter mention from the Times-Picayune’s fashion editor.

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