Commit yourself.

SWOON
Bridal Sample Sale
What: Carine’s Bridal Atelier offers 30-75 percent off gowns from Carolina Herrera, Karl Lagerfeld, Monique Lhuillier, Jenny Lee, and Melissa Sweet.
Why: Dresses start at $999, which really ought to make you fall in love.
When: Thurs., 4-8 p.m.
Where: 1726 Wisconsin Ave. NW, b/t R & S Sts., 2nd flr. (202-965-4696).

VISIT
Nana Reopens
What: The U Street mainstay moves its women’s clothing and accessories to Mount Pleasant.
Why: New additions in the bigger, brighter space include kids clothes, gifts, and furniture.
When: Mon. & Wed.-Fri., noon-7 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: 3068 Mt. Pleasant St. NW, b/t Hobart & Irving Sts. (202-667-6955).

HIT
AdMo Pop-Up Shop
What: The temporary gallery and storefront puts down shallow roots to celebrate the Cherry Blossom Festival.
Why: Cards and posters by Bookish Lady, bracelets by Fisticuffs Leather, and paintings by Matt Sesow.
When: Sun.-Apr. 10. Sun.-Thurs., noon-9 p.m.; Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-10 p.m.
Where: 2421 18th St. NW, at Belmont Rd. (202-232-1960).

HELP
Ozuki Salon’s Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Relief
What: Book an appointment for Sunday, when 100 percent of the day’s revenue will go to Red Cross relief efforts.
Why: Owner Iku Kawashita and his staff will cut, color, condition, and hydrate ($48 and up).
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: 1025 Thomas Jefferson St. NW, b/t M & K Sts. (202-342-7591).

Photo: Roc Canals Photography / Getty Images

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