I’m really a fan of Project Runway. You too? Think you’d like to meet Tim Gunn in person? Well then you best RSVP quick for the Boston Store Fashion Show scheduled for 6 p.m. on November 12 at Brookfield Square. As the Chief Creative Officer of Liz Claiborne, Gunn will be on hand to host the event and hand out lots of tips for looking your best during the holiday season. Should you leave with a Liz Claiborne purchase of $100 or more, you’ll also take along an autographed photo of the two of you. Fun fact: did you know his dad was an FBI guy under J. Edgar Hoover? For reservations call 262-782-6888 ext. 3891.
Lovely store, lovely stuff…So why not hit the Fall Bedding Sale that’s going on at The Home Market now though the end of the month? Especially since you’ll save 30 – 70 percent on all in stock bedding including great deals on designer lines from Matteo, Pine Cone Hill, Bella Notte, House and John Robshaw. 222 E. Erie St., 414=”755-2165,” thehomemarket.net.
Speaking of sleep, the Verlo Mattress Factory Store is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a Factory Select Savings event. Expect terrific pricing on their higher end mattresses and 15 to 20 percent savings on floor model sets. They’re also offering free set up and delivery. 201 N. Water St., 414-298-9701, verlo.com.
As long as we’re chatting about well-designed stuff for the home, did you know that the National Trust for Historic Preservation has partnered with Lowe’s to create an authentic Historic Moulding Collection? Designed to enhance a variety of home decors, the exclusive line spans various periods of history and geography to add rich character to a variety of home interiors. Find crown, chair, casing and base moldings in the Federal Grand Estate, Historic American Plantation, Classical Presidential Residence, Country Estate, Southern Plantation and Italianate Mansion collections. Add style to your home while supporting a very worthwhile cause. For more info visit lowes.com or PreservationNation.org.
For women interested in preserving their best looks Bare Escentualsmineral based makeup radiantly turns back the clock a bit it so it only makes sense that they also offer shoppers a birthday shopping treat. The deal is you stop in during your birthday month and they’ll take 15 percent off the cost of any one purchase. Can’t make it in? They offer free shipping on phone orders. My advice? Stock up ladies. Bayshore Town Center, 414-962-0272, bareescentuals.com.
Speaking of the passing of years, ever wonder why some wines get better with age? Confused as to when to buy and how long to store? Think you’d enjoy sipping a few fine wines that have reached their peak? Stop in at The Waterford Wine Company on October 29 at 7 p.m. for their Cellared Wines tasting event to sample some maturity. Cost is $35 per person. 1327 E. Brady St., 414-289-9463, waterfordwine.com.
One last word, with all the mess in the economy, charities are experiencing a dip as well. So here’s a reminder that Miss Groove and Miss Groove Intimates will be holding their annual Do a Kind Deed for Women in Need clothing drive through November 2. Donate gently used clothing at either store and get a 15 percent off your purchase. The drive benefits Nia Imani Family, which offers transitional living programs for homeless or at risk moms and their kids since all donated clothing will be sold at the organization’s ‘Dress For Less’ store where the women also participate in job training. Need a better excuse to clean out a closet? 1224 & 1225 E Brady St., 414- 298-1694, missgroove.com.
And help Divna as it steps up with a feel good shopping. Throughout the month of October this plus sized store with the heart to match is teaming up with America’s Second Harvest to collect food for families in need. Bring in 5 or more canned food items and the store will give you a whopping 40 percent off any one regularly priced item. 219 N. Milwaukee St., 414-292-3977, divnaboutique.com.
