Shop your way down Damen as stores like Malabar, City Soles and Tangerine offer ten-percent discounts and drinks to wash down the savings. Damen between North and Armitage, 5pm-8pm.
I’m Dreaming of a Pink Xmas
Vive la Femme hosts the third-annual rosy-hued bash where ladies sizes 12-24 browse through pink dresses, separates and denim. 2048 N. Damen, (773)772-7429, www.vivelafemme.com, 5pm-8pm.
FRI/8
Go West 2006
Winter fest features free trolley and horse-drawn carriage rides, food and drink specials, holiday shopping sales and after parties. Complimentary Barefoot Bubbly is served on the trolley and at Aesthetic Eye, 1520 W. Chicago. Fest on Chicago Ave. between Halsted and California, 5pm-9pm. Through SUN/10.
One of a Kind Show
The Merchandise Mart’s sixth annual One of a Kind Show features sculpture, glass, photography and jewelry. On the eighth floor of the Mart, 350 N. Orleans, (800)677-6278, www.merchandisemart.com/oneofakindshow. Through SUN/10.
SAT/9
*Kristen Amato Trunk Show
Local jewelry designer Kristen Amato shows off her latest collection at Jade, 1557 N. Milwaukee, (773)342-5233, 12pm-4pm.
Hipnotiq Grand Opening
The new Bucktown boutique celebrates its grand opening, offering pieces by Citrine, Lafayette 148, Mary Frances and more. Hipnotiq Boutique, 1937 N. Damen, (773)252-9995. 4pm-8pm
SUN/10
Beauty Seminar at Urban Lift Hair Salon
A free seminar offers DIY tips on hair-curling, using a round brush and applying false eyelashes. Email john@urbanliftsalon.com to reserve a spot. 3639 N. Ashland, (773)281-5438, www.urbanliftsalon.com, 2pm-5pm.
TUES /12
Tuleh Spring Show
Get a jumpstart on spring as Saks presents a fashion show of Tuleh’s upcoming collection. 700 N. Michigan, (312) 944-6500, 12pm-3pm.
