October 25, 2007

The Weekend Guide

What to Do This Weekend

Five reasons to get dressed this weekend.

PRIMP
Vert
What: A new, high-end, organic beauty supply boutique for the whole family and home.
Why: Arcona, Red Flower, Buddha Nose, and so much more.
When: Tues.-Sun., 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: 1121 Abbot Kinney Blvd., b/t Westminster & San Juan Aves., Venice (310-581-6126).

PEEP
Blinging Is Just The Beginning
What: White Trash Charms hosts the launch of Disney Couture’s new XOXO Tink collection.
Why: Cookies, punch, Heartschallenger, and live music by Mellowdrone and The Tyde.
When: Sun., 4-7 p.m.
Where: White Trash Charms, 1951 Hillhurst Ave., at Clarissa Ave., Los Feliz (323-666-9585).

BOO
Seven Grand Costume Ball
What: A Halloween costume party complete with contest, candy, and a trapeze artists or two.
Why: Tricks, treats, music, and $5 whiskey drinks all night long.
When: Sat., 9 p.m.-2 a.m.
Where: Seven Grand, 515 W. Seventh St., 2nd flr., b/t Grand & Olive Sts., Downtown (213-614-0736).

SHOP
Dari Blowout Sale
What: For the first time ever the Valley shopping institution’s stock gets marked down 75-95 percent.
Why: Labels like Ksubi, 3.1 Phillip Lim, and Alexander Wang for starters.
When: Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: 12184 Ventura Blvd., b/t Laurel Canyon Blvd. & Laurel Grove Ave., Studio City (818-762-3274).

DO
L.A. Fashion Awards
What: The third annual event celebrating style and design in the City of Angels.
Why: Hit fash forward.
When: Fri., 7-9 p.m.
Where: Orpheum Theatre, 842 S. Broadway, b/t W. Eighth & W. Ninth Sts., Downtown (213-480-3232). Tickets available at ticketmaster.com.