You’ve got passion for fashion and heart for art.

SEE
Izima Kaoru
What: Large-scale photos narrate the demise of couture models against lush backdrops.
Why: On the eve of Fashion Week, contemplate the death of fashion.
When: Thurs., 6-8 p.m., opening; Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Thru Oct. 8.
Where: Von Lintel Gallery, 555 W. 25th St., b/t Tenth & Eleventh Aves. (212-242-0599).

The Art Parade
What: SoHo kicks off the gallery season with a block party. (Translation: artists on wild floats and in street performances.)
Why: A procession for art professions.
When: Sat. at 4 p.m.
Where: Grand St., b/t Crosby & Wooster Sts. For info call (212-343-7300) or visit www.deitch.com.

BUY
Angel Sanchez Sample Sale
What: Gorgeous gowns and frocks reduced from four digits to three.
Why: Rx for runway envy — before it strikes.
When: Thurs. & Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m., Sat., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 526 Seventh Ave., 9th fl., b/t 38th & 39th Sts.

City Opera Thrift Shop Fall Preview
What: Themed sale! Marc Jacobs, Prada, RL, and Gilbert and Sullivan’s Patience.
Why: Opera-tion Stock the Closet.
When: Thurs., 6-10 p.m.
Where: City Opera Thrift Shop, 222 E. 23rd St., b/t Second & Third Aves.

DO
Semi-Permanent05 NYC
What: Design show and seminars with industry all-stars (fashion, graffiti, architecture, photography, film), exhibits, and Vice’s notorious after-parties.
Why: Think of it as a design outlet.
When: Fri. & Sat., all day. Check for party times.
Where: Avery Fisher Hall, Lincoln Center, b/t W. 62nd & 65th Sts. & Columbus & Amsterdam Aves.