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Los Angeles - Take a break from the "paparazzi vs. rehabilitated celeb" pics that are plaguing the Internet and spend some time enjoying real (and really amazing) photography at the 17th Annual International Los Angeles Photographic Art Exposition, going on this week at the Barker Hanger in Santa Monica. The opening reception is January 10th from 6-9 pm (call 323.932.5846 or email photola@lacma.org to purchase tix); or buy a 1-day or 3-day pass to check out the exhibition January 11-13. Head to http://www.artfairsinc.com/ for information and tickets.

January 11 & 12, 2008 12pm - 8pm, January 13, 2008 12pm - 6pm

Barker Hangar

3021 Airport Avenue

Santa Monica, CA 90405

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Warehouse Sale! 50-90% off retail! Over 150 boutique designers from Vivienne Westwood to Cynthia Steffe! Need I say more?

January 3 - 12, 2008 from 10am-5pm

9500 West Jefferson Blvd.

Culver City, CA 90232

310.287.0687

Houston - Bridal babes should not miss the sample sale at Casa de Novia Bridal, going on this Friday and Saturday! Whether you've always dreamed of looking like a princess on your wedding day, or want something a little less traditional, this cozy little bridal boutique has just what you're looking for. Expect to find gorgeous gowns from designer favorites like Liancarlo, Ulla-Maija, Bonaparte NY, and Palazzo Bridal, all at up to 50% off retail!

January 11, 2008 10am - 5pm, January 12, 2008 11am - 5pm

3331 D'Amico

Houston, TX 77019

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Los Angeles - Gift givers looking to score something eco-friendly for their loved ones should head to Santa Monica this weekend for the Eco Gift Expo where there'll be no shortage of eco-conscious vendors, including E Bella, Five Accessories, and Sweet Skins; organic food and drinks; live jazz; and an eco gift-wrapping station. And don't forget to enter to win a $200 gift basket of premium, green spa goodies from Green Bliss Eco Spa. Tickets are on sale at EcoGift.com and you'll be glad to know 10% of all revenue will be going to Global Green USA and the Whole Planet Foundation.

Saturday, December 15, 2007 from 9am - 8pm
Sunday, December 16, 2007 from 9am - 5pm
Santa Monica Civic Auditorium
1855 Main Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401

Philadelphia - If you're in the City of Brotherly Love this weekend head to The Flat: Philly's Designer Market. You'll find merchandise from the hottest local designers, plus a free coffee bar to warm you up, live music, and free gift wrapping. Admission is free so you can spend all your money on goodies from your favorite Philly designers.

Saturday, December 15, 2007
10am - 5pm
Store Front Venue at
11-15 N. 2nd (2nd and Market)

Girl About Town - Tuesday, Dec 11

Los Angeles - Okay ladies, this is a last minute announcement! Tonight is the GenArt Shop by Design event. Here are the specifics:

Designers: Geren Ford, Maude Carrin, Marcello Toshi, Bubola handbags, and MORE of the most fabulous local designers this city has to offer!

Time and place: Tuesday, Dec. 11, 6:30 pm - 11 pm at the Cooper Design Space (860 S. Los Angeles St., Suite 1100, Downtown)

Cost: FREE!!

There'll be cocktails and loads of amazing deals so hit the ATM and head to the Cooper Design Space after work tonight!

xoxo,

Miss Angel

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Chicago - The stars will align, Mercury will rise under Venus, and fashion and art will collide on December 16, 2007. Okay, so I know nothing about astrology and I don't have any idea what that first part means exactly, but I do know a thing or two about fashion and that bit about fashion and art colliding is 100% true. The Fashion for the Arts 2007 show raises money for Chicago Arts Partnership in Education and gives recognition and exposure to local designers on the rise such as Triple 5 Soul and Joelle Nadine. Plus there'll be food, drinks, vendor booths from local jewelry and apparel designers, and two DJs spinning all night.

Fashion for the Arts 2007

December 16, 2007, 5:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Galleria Merchetti

825 West Erie Street

Chicago, IL 60622

Ticket info

Los Angeles - Holiday shoppers seeking hand-crafted stationary, jewelry, ceramics, wearable art and toys will find that and a whole lot more at the 5th Annual Moonlight Madness on November 29, 2007. The once-a-year event features goodies from Los Angeles artists, holiday-inspired drinks, yummy hors d'oeuvres, and entertainment. Get your shop on or just hang out for a chance to win one of many original works donated by each of the artists. Stop by an ATM before you head over, as not all vendors accept credit cards.

5th Annual Moonlight Madness

November 29, 2007, 5 pm - 9 pm

KI Century City Showroom

1880 Century Park East, Suite 104

Los Angeles, CA 90067

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Last night's costume parties and candy noshing festivities were the jump start to the holiday season and you know what that means - SHOPPING! Do your friends and family right this year and head to one of these fabulous events.

Southern California - It's that time again! Sassy City Chicks is getting ready for their Holiday Fashion Bash, taking place in both L.A. and San Diego. Expect to see designer clothes, handbags, jewelry, makeup and more at deep, DEEP discounts. PLUS goodie bags stuffed with amazing freebies! This highly-anticipated event only comes around once a year so don't miss it! Click here to score 2 for 1 tickets for you and a friend.

Los Angeles Holiday Fashion Bash

Sunday, November 18, 10am - 3pm

Fairmont Miramar Hotel

101 Wilshire Blvd.

Santa Monica, CA 90401

San Diego Holiday Fashion Bash

Thursday, November 8, 5pm - 10pm

Stingaree

454 6th Avenue

San Diego, CA 92101

Chicago - Savvy shoppers should head to the Soko Fashion Grand Opening where there'll be no shortage of stylish wares for a whole lot less than you'd expect. The trendy boutique is offering up music, wine, and hors d'oeuvres to celebrate, plus you can enjoy 10% off the already unbelievably cheap prices (we're talking less than seventy bucks for a sweater people!). Click here to check out the duds, then head over to the grand opening for some retail therapy and a little vino!

Get to Know Soko - Grand Opening

Saturday, November 10, 7pm - 10pm

Soko Fashion

1925 W. Chicago Avenue

Chicago, IL 60622

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Los Angeles: Billion Dollar Babes hosts the most exclusive shopping events in the city and this Sunday, September 30, 2007, from 8am - 5pm you'll find them at the ultra-luxe W Hotel in Westwood for a one-day only sale! Featured label..t-bags!! Yep, flirty, fun, and terribly sexy t-bags dresses will be on sale up to 80% off. PLUS, UK darling Allegra Hicks has just been announced to join the t-bags sale, so you can save over 50% on her amazing designs too! And Bliss Spa will be on deck to pamper you with free massages, mini facials, and polish changes. Oh, and did I mention the complimentary bubbly from Pink Sparkling Wine? You must RSVP, so click here now!

Billion Dollar Babes t-bags One-Day Sale

W Los Angeles

930 Hilgard Avenue

Los Angeles, CA 90024

Don't miss the new Benefit Cosmetics Boutique! The San Francisco beauty shop has made its Southern Cali debut in sunny Santa Monica. Besides the adorably-packaged and kitschy-named beauty buys, get yourself waxed - we're talking everything from brows to Brazilians - or have your lashes tinted. No lashes to tint? They'll give you super-glam falsies if you need 'em. Make an appointment, or just pop in for whatever beauty fix you crave.

Benefit Boutique

1210A Montana Avenue

Santa Monica, CA 90403

310.458.6800

Dallas: Catch rapper-turned actress-turned Cover Girl spokeswoman-turned sultry songstress Queen Latifah as she performs at the Majestic Theatre tomorrow, September 29, 2007 at 7:30pm. The Pepsi-sponsored concert benefits Family Place during the Harmony in the House series. Tickets start at just $56 - click here for more details.

Harmony in the House featuring Queen Latifah
The Majestic Theatre
1925 Elm Street
Dallas, TX 75201
214.880.0137

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Los Angeles - Don't miss Happy Hour at one of L.A.'s hottest new boutiques - Philthy Ragz! On September 21, 2007 from 6pm - 8pm Philthy Ragz is opening its doors for some cocktails PLUS (wait for it...) 10% off everything in the store! That's 10% off of all Philty Ragz cuter-than-cute dresses and handbags!

Philthy Ragz

1721 Centinela Ave.

Inglewood, CA 90302

Houston - Pop into Foxworthy's Sample Shop on September 15, 2007 and be prepared for a little sensory indulgence! Besides the usual fab clothing, jewelry, and accessories (all samples so no one's seen 'em yet), the store will have a spiritual numerologist to give you a little guidance, a trunk show featuring gorgeous jewelry from Nicki N, yummy desserts, and so much more! Indulgence Day starts at noon and doesn't stop 'til you get enough at 6pm!

Foxworthy's Sample Shop

5209 Bellaire Blvd.

Bellaire, TX 77401

Atlanta - On September 27, 2007 treat yourself to an evening of music and fashion at the Impulse Fashion Party, going down at Macy's Lenox Square Mall. From 6pm - 8pm you'll get to see fab new looks from labels you adore like C&C California, Ed Hardy, Sweet Pea, and tons more! Plus refreshments, music, and a spa treatment! Want more? Spend $200 or more on some goodies for yourself and Macy's will give you $50 off! Click here to RSVP, then click here for your $50 off coupon!

Macy's Lenox Square Mall

3393 Peachtree Road NE

Atlanta, GA 30326

Have fun girls!

xoxo,

Angel