Fashion’s Night Out, the Vogue/CFDA-supported mother of all retail spectaculars, is upon us. Herewith: Thursday’s choicest happenings. Just go easy on the free bubbly (shopping under the influence will impair your sense of style).
LIM-INALITY
3.1 Phillip Lim
What: Brace yourself for sensory overload in the form of Lim’s coveted wares, a performance by Cults, tequila, and Xoia eats.
Why: Indulge in a guilt-free shopping spree (proceeds benefit Silverlake Conservatory of Music).
When: Thurs., 7-10 p.m.
Where: 631 N. Robertson Blvd., b/t Melrose Ave. & Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood (310-358-1988).
DOWN SOUTH
Opening Ceremony
What: The purveyors of cool kick off a year of Argentine collaborations with one-of-a-kind blankets and personalized leather bracelets by RTH, vino, and dibs on collections from the country’s emerging designers (Jungle Vi.Ai.Pi, Ale Sly).
Why: Exclusive FNO merchandise from the likes of Pamela Love, Suno, and (yeah!) The Muppets.
When: Thurs., 6-9 p.m.
Where: 451 N. La Cienega Blvd., b/t Rosewood & Oakwood Aves., West Hollywood (310-652-1120).
THE RON AROUND
NSF at Ron Herman
What: Free-flowing beer, an NSF tee giveaway, and the debut of its latest denim wash (exclusive to Ron Herman) mean you won’t have to twist your boyfriend’s arm to join in.
Why: Get snapped with your schwag by Smashbox Studios on your way out.
When: Thurs., 6-11 p.m.
Where: 8100 Melrose Ave., at Crescent Heights Blvd., West Hollywood (323-651-4129).
INHABIT THE ABBOT
Fashion’s Night Out Venice
What: Shop-hop down Abbot Kinney for new collections, complimentary libations, and 10 percent off at A+R, Kendall Conrad, Strange Invisible Perfumes, and others after your first purchase at any of the participating boutiques.
Why: Trade your neglected gold baubles for cash to spend on gems from Vanessa Bruno and Isabel Marant at Heist.
When: Thurs., 6-10 p.m.
Where: Abbot Kinney Blvd. For a list of participating shops, go to abbotkinneyonline.com.
BLAME IT ON RODEO
Fashion’s Night Out 90210
What: An over-the-big-top couture carnival with 100 in-store events, a Roaring Twenties-themed cocktail party at Lanvin, flamethrowers, and a free Ferris wheel ride for two with any purchase.
Why: If the limited-edition Fiat 500 by Gucci is out of your budget, Chanel’s trio of denim-inspired FNO nail polishes makes for an equally chic paint job.
When: Thurs., 6-10 p.m.
Where: Rodeo Dr., b/t Santa Monica & Wilshire Blvds. For a list of participating shops, go to rodeodrive-bh.com.
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