Destination: faux motel
Dussault Apparel Motel: Terry Fitzgerald, president of the Canadian fashion brand Dussault Apparel, calls the company’s new flagship store in Los Angeles, opening Thursday, “a trip through a Rob Zombie theme show.” The shop’s interior is designed to resemble a vintage Motel 6. There’s a faux 1970s-style diner with distressed leather banquettes, boxy TVs (renovated with new LCD screens) and an old-school sit-down Tetris machine. Oh, and there’s also the merchandise, which is strewn across the faux motel room, as though cast off in a fit of passion. On display: leather messenger bags ($600), hoodies with embroidered koi fish patches ($395-$495) and premium jeans ($170) for men and women. 8010 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles, (310) 951-9215, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Monday through Friday; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday.
OPENINGS
Jane Doe Boutique Thursday: Designer Ani Lee’s new atelier-inspired boutique is a homage to the most feminine of clothing articles: the dress. The Victorian-inspired space, featuring stained-wood floors and delicate lamps, features frocks from Lee’s eponymous line and dresses from such brands as Tribute by Henri Neman, Meghan, Shelley Beckett, Joie. There are also uber-feminine accessories, including jewelry by Jenny Dayco, beauty products from Amande and lingerie from Deshabille Lingerie by Kathryn. 8478 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles, (323) 655-2630. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday; noon to 6 p.m. Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sunday. www.janedoedresses.com
Peeler: Designer Maryam Dalan has converted an old lawn mower factory into a newly opened boutique for her sporty-cum-rock ‘n’ roll apparel line, Peeler. Brand trademarks include Dalan’s self-penned cartoons, which she silk-screens onto T-shirts. For the store, the former filmmaker created hangtags using her comic-book-style pop art and funky artworks for the front window. The store also carries handbags from Dutch designer Leontine Hagoort, makeup from locally based Shiny Mama Cosmetics and Klean Bath and Body products. Tees start at $10, and the bestselling Violetta yoga pants go for $48. 1164 N. Western Ave., (323) 466-8806. Noon to 7 p.m., Tuesday-Saturday; Monday by appointment. www.peelergear.com
Kiki de Montparnasse The long-awaited store from New York lingerie brand Kiki de Montparnasse debuted this week on Melrose Avenue. The 3,000-square-foot boutique features three rooms, dubbed Act I, Act II and Act III. Act I isn’t for the prudish: It features riding crops and other dungeon-worthy accouterment, along with silky, lacy lingerie and lounge wear. Act II is an erstwhile apothecary, specializing in bedding, bath and body products and vintage books and DVDs. Act III is a private salon for events and features vintage and one-of-a-kind objects. Like the New York store, the L.A. boutique plans to hold playful salons that revolve around erotic subjects (such as blindfolded aphrodisiac food tastings). Top sellers include peekaboo panties ($125), massage candles ($45) and a personal intimacy kit ($195). 8280 Melrose Ave., (323) 951-9545, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Wednesday, 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday-Saturday; noon to 5 p.m. Sundays. www.kikidm.com
EVENTS
Kiehl’s Since 1851 Skin Care Workshop Today: Harvard-educated dermatologist Adam Shaker Geyer will introduce Kiehl’s Dermatologist Solutions Line at a workshop. Personal appointments are available with a $50 pre-purchase. Kiehl’s Since 1851, 1516 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, (310) 255-0055, one-on-one appointments, 11 a.m. to 1:15 p.m, and 4:30 to 6 p.m.; group workshop from 2 to 4 p.m.
Paper Magazine L.A. Paper Project Wednesday-Saturday: When Paper Magazine hits L.A. for its annual weeklong event, L.A. Paper Project, it brings its signature irreverence and devil-may-care attitude. This year’s will kick off Wednesday night with a Michael Jackson/”Thriller”-themed dance party hosted by the influential Parisian boutique Colette. Designer and party co-host Jeremy Scott will bring in a dance instructor from 10 to 11 p.m., and partygoers will dress as their favorite ‘80s rockers “gone bad.” The “24-Hour Department Store” exhibit Friday and Saturday, curated by Paper Magazine co-founder Kim Hastreiter, is part retail store, part art installation. It will include Hastreiter’s favorite brands. “I’m a compulsive shopper and collector,” she says. “I wanted to open my dream store for 24 hours.” Dance party: Registration, 9 p.m., Montmartre Lounge, 6757 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles; 10 to 11 p.m. dance class. 24-Hour Department Store: 233 S. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, 6 p.m. Friday to 6 p.m. Saturday. www.papermag.org.
Cle de Peau Beaute Event Thursday: Celebrity makeup artist Kyriaki Savrani has worked on some of the world’s most famous faces -- Nicole Kidman and Naomi Campbell included. Now Saks Fifth Avenue shoppers can take their turn: Savrani will demonstrate the new “Precious Metals” collection by Cle de Peau Beaute on everyday folk, with other skin experts on hand for one-on-one skin consultations. The catch? All appointments require a presale purchase of $125. Saks Fifth Avenue, the Cle de Peau Beaute counter, 9600 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, (310) 275-4211, 11 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Mexican Calendar Girls Saturday: Angela Villalba, author of the book “Mexican Calendar Girls,” will present a short film and lecture at the Museum of Ventura County about the women featured in Mexican calendars from the 1930s to the 1960s. Seating is limited. RSVP to (805) 653-0323, Ext. 10. 100 E. Main St., Ventura. $4 adults, $3 seniors, $1 children, free to members and children under 6 years old; 2 p.m. www.venturamuseum.org
TRUNK SHOWS
Elizabeth Fillmore Bridal Trunk Show Thursday-Saturday: Parsons School of Design alumna Elizabeth Fillmore crafts dresses that are subtly romantic and always elegant. Brides-to-be can get a peek at her latest collection this week. Saks Fifth Avenue, 9600 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills, (310) 887-5509, by appointment only, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Page Sargisson Trunk Show Wednesday-Thursday: Moondance Jewelry Gallery hosts a trunk show for jewelry designer Page Sargisson, featuring her gold and diamond creations, accented with sapphires and mother-of-pearl casino chips from the 1920s. 1530 Montana Ave., Santa Monica, (310) 395-5516, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
SAMPLE SALES
Billion Dollar Babes Sale Friday-Saturday: Babes’ biannual, multi-line sale will be peppered with canceled stock from Fred Segal, Saks Fifth Avenue, Barney’s and Neiman Marcus. Tocca will be included for the first time. 1011 N. Fuller Ave., West Hollywood. Friday, noon to 9 p.m. VIP preview sale; Saturday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m general sale. RSVP at www.billiondollarbabes.com.
