A BRUSH WITH DIVINE STUFF
When Divine Design began to raise funds for AIDS patients nearly 15 years ago, Donna Karan and Calvin Klein showed up at the Pacific Design Center to help shoppers try on jackets and suits. Many years later, the big-name designers are no longer on hand to button you up, but the charity shopping event is still an annual treat. This year, shoppers will be able to paw through donated clothing and accessories from Jean Paul Gaultier, Yves Saint Laurent, Versace, Monique Lhuillier, Chado Ralph Rucci and others for men, women and children. There will also be furniture, toys and beauty products. Starting at 50% off retail, prices continue to plunge over the four-day event, and 100% of the profits go to Project Angel Food, a nonprofit group that provides meals and nutritional counseling to people with life-threatening illnesses. Plan ahead for the marathon event; last year people started lining up at 6:30 a.m. on opening day, and 10,000 shoppers showed up over the four days.
Friday through Monday, 9900 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills. (323) 845-1800. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday and Monday. More information: www.divinedesign.org
OPENINGS:
Goat Men’s Thursday: Costa Mesa’s coolest women’s fashion boutique now has a companion. In a decidedly masculine space -- concrete floors, hardwood fixtures and squishy white leather lounge chairs -- men can shop for leather jackets from Ever, suits from Acne and screen printed T-shirts from Apolis Activism. In the accessories department, you’ll find Josh Podell, Morphine Generation and Literature Noir. Join owners Matthew Thomas and Christina Smith for an opening bash Thursday night. 186 E. 16th St., Costa Mesa, (949) 645-1111. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday. Party at 6 p.m. Thursday.
Martin + Osa Friday: Call it American Eagle for adults. Martin + Osa, a new brand spun off the mall favorite, opens its L.A. flagship this week at Westfield Century City. The line is aimed at 28- to 40-year-olds, which means fewer collegiate-looking puffer jackets and hoodies. 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., (310) 277-3898. 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.
Benefit Cosmetics Brow Bar in Macy’s A little shopping, a little grooming . . . You can multitask this holiday season at Macy’s new in-store brow bar. Jean and Jane Ford’s San Francisco-based Benefit line offers on-the-go brow arching ($18), facial waxing ($8 to $24) and tweezing ($20). Macy’s, 2000 Montebello Town Center, Montebello, (323) 201-2111. 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. Friday-Saturday; 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday.
Lola Couture It’s a dog-eat-dog world, so why not cater to it? At Lola Couture, you can order custom outfits for pampered pooches, as they lie about, dining on doggy pastries and banana splits. Draw the line at canine couture? In the ready-to-wear category, you’ll find Pooch Outfitters’ dressy vests with harnesses ($45) and Mascot leather collars ($38). 11026 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, (818) 509-3099. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday
Louis Vuitton Newly relocated within the Hollywood & Highland Center, the boutique has an expanded assortment of men’s and women’s shoes, sunglasses and fashion jewelry. Hot items include the Louis Vuitton leather-bound City Guides for 2008 ($99), iPhone cases ($225 to $1,120) and Neverfull totes ($575 to $665). 6801 Hollywood Blvd., (323) 962-6216. 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. www.louisvuitton.com.
Cartier L.A.’s second Cartier boutique arrives dressed to the nines in heavy oak, marble and bronze, the better to accent the opulent collection. From old-school Tank watches (starting at $3,400), to the latest sapphire cabochon Ballon Bleu (begins at $5,200), there’s plenty to stuff your stockings. 6600 Topanga Canyon Blvd., Suite 48, Canoga Park, (818) 737-3471.10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday.
EVENTS
Westfield Works Wonders Thursday through Sunday: Buy a $10 Westfield Works Wonders wristband and gain instant access to deals while raising money for local public schools. Discounts include 15% off at Ann Taylor and the Body Shop, and 20% off at Cache and . Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., (310) 277-3898, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday.
Los Feliz Village Holiday Festival Saturday: The hipster haven gets into the holiday spirit this week. Shop for feng shui boxes, glass jewelry, pottery and other artisanal gifts from local merchants such as Lisa Ann Sparks and Sheryl Tomkins. There will be trolleys and double-decker buses to transport revelers, as well as food, carolers, magicians and, of course, Santa Claus. Stores will be open until 10 p.m.. Los Feliz Village, Hillhurst Ave., Hollywood Blvd., Vermont Ave., 6 to 10 p.m., www.losfelizvillageonline .com.
TRUNK SHOWS
Decadestwo Chanel Spotlight Wednesday: Christos Garkinos’ consignment boutique launches a trunk show to flaunt the store’s carefully edited cache of Chanel jackets, coats, suits, handbags and shoes from the mid-’90s to present day. Shoes start at $250, and suits range from $1,200 to $3,500. 8214 Melrose Ave., L.A., (323) 655-1960. 11:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. www.decadestwo.com.
Stella McCartney Friday: McCartney may be deep into the eco movement, but her flowing gowns and safari-style khakis still look street smart. Check out the spring looks at her boutique. 8823 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, (310) 273-7051. 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
SAMPLE SALES
Thomas Wylde Blowout Sale Friday through Dec. 2: Paula Thomas, whose skull-infused Thomas Wylde line is classic L.A. cool, is slashing prices -- everything is 80% off. Snag printed swimwear ($5), studded leather handbags ($25), washed Barolo lamb leather jackets ($250 to $350), cashmere hoodies ($100 to $150) and more. Smashbox Studios, 8549 Higuera St. Culver City, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. For more info, contact sales@twdesignlab.com.
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elizabeth.khuri@latimes.com
