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Ongoing Pop-Up Shops & Events
Entireworld Million Dollar Pop-Up Shop (DTLA): The cool essentials label founded by former Band of Outsiders creative director Scott Sternberg is taking over the historic Million Dollar Theater for two weeks of shopping and screenings. In addition to stocking Entireworld's women's, men's, and kids clothing and accessories, the pop-up will screen '80s and '90s cult classics every Saturday; get more details here.
When: Saturday, Dec. 7 to Sunday, Dec. 22
Where: Million Dollar Theater, 311 North Broadway, L.A., 90013
Polly Wales fine jewelry pop-up (Atwater Village): Shop the London-bred, East L.A.-based fine jewelry's best-selling (and often sold-out) confetti rings in original and confetti skull styles alongside one-of-a-kind pieces, such as a stunning padlock pendant necklace covered in nearly 5 karats of salt, pepper, and champagne diamonds, a luxe link bracelet with a gem-bedecked padlock charm, and more.
When: Thursday, Dec. 5 to Tuesday, Dec. 24; Wednesday through Friday from 12 to 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. (note Dec. 23 & 24 holiday hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily)
Where: 3183 Glendale Blvd., L.A., 90039
Tamara Mellon mobile closet pop-up at The Grove (Beverly Grove): Shop the luxury footwear designer's heels, sandals, boots, and more during her limited-time mobile closet pop-up by at The Park at The Grove.
When: Thursday, Nov. 5 to Sunday, Nov. 8
Where: The Grove, 189 The Grove Dr., L.A., 90036
WearNYLA pop-up at Third Street Promenade (Santa Monica): Get your wardrobe holiday party-ready (without breaking the bank) at WearNYLA's pop-up at Third Street Promenade. Enjoy exclusive pricing, complimentary gift wrapping, and meet the female-powered team behind the contemporary cool online label.
When: Now through Tuesday, Dec. 31 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily
Where: Third Street Promenade, 1241 3rd St. Promenade, Santa Monica, 90401
Wednesday, December 4
Andrea Forhman Tattoo & Piercing Party (Sherman Oaks): Swing by celebrity-beloved fine jewelry designer Andrea Forhman's showroom in the Valley to shop her latest collections and enjoy free ear piercing by Afton Alexandra (with purchase of any stud, $98 and up) and tattoos by Ian Jones of True Tattoo Hollywood. Bites and cocktails will also be served, and valet parking is available in the back. Piercings are available both days and walk-ins will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis, while tattoos will only be offered Wednesday. RSVP to info@andreafohrman.com.
When: Wednesday, Dec. 4 (1 to 9 p.m.) and Thursday, Dec. 5 (12 to 6 p.m.)
Where: Andrea Fohrman showroom, 13563 Ventura Blvd., Upper Suite A, Sherman Oaks, 91423
Thursday, December 5
Andrea Forhman Tattoo & Piercing Party (Sherman Oaks): Swing by fine jewelry designer Andrea Forhman's showroom in the Valley to shop her latest collections and enjoy free ear piercing by Afton Alexandra with purchase of any stud ($98 and up). Bites and cocktails will also be served, and valet parking is available in the back. Walk-ins for piercings will be accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis; RSVP to info@andreafohrman.com.
When: Thursday, Dec. 5 from 12 to 6 p.m.
Where: Andrea Fohrman showroom, 13563 Ventura Blvd., Upper Suite A, Sherman Oaks, 91423
Saturday, December 7
A Current Affair (Fashion District): The two-day cult-favorite vintage bazaar returns to the Cooper Design Space with over 70 top-notch vendors. Shop pre-loved fashion and designer pieces from the Victorian era to the '90s, enjoy complimentary cocktails, and more. Tickets are $12 for single-day admission ($15 at the door), $28 for Saturday 10 a.m. early admission, or $36 for a weekend pass (including early 10 a.m. entry on Saturday); buy them in advance online here.
When: Saturday, Dec. 7 and Sunday, Dec. 8 (12 to 6 p.m. daily)
Where: Cooper Design Space, 860 South Los Angeles St., L.A., 90014
Dia de Reinas at Orly Color Labs (Beverly Grove): In addition to enjoying mini manis and nail art by Nail Art Fairy and makeup by Jessica Monzalvo, shop an all-Latinx lineup of brands, from clothing and accessories from Hija de tu Madre and tooth gems from GBY Beauty and much more. DJ Mija Doris will be spinning tunes, and a portion of proceeds from the pop-up will be donated to nonprofit org For Sanctuary. RSVP online here.
When: Saturday, Dec. 7 from 12 to 6 p.m.
Where: Orly Color Labs, 7621 Beverly Blvd., L.A., 90036
Breakfast with Santa at Nordstrom (Century City): This festive, family-friendly buffet will benefit Children's Miracle Network Hospitals, so brunchers will be doing good while partaking in holiday arts and crafts, cookie decorating, and photo moments with Saint Nick himself. Tickets are $15 for kids ages 3 to 17 and $25 for adults (children 2 and under are free); buy them online here. (Can't make it? Santa will return to the department store at Westfield Topanga for another round of brunch on Saturday, Dec. 14.)
When: Saturday, Dec. 7 at 9 a.m.
Where: Nordstrom at Westfield Century City, 10250 Santa Monica Blvd., L.A., 90067
Simply x Figat7th Holiday Style Soirée (DTLA): Score pro tips on holiday style and gift-giving, meet local influencers, and enjoy tasty bites and sips during Simply's Holiday Style Soirée at Figat7th's courtyard. There'll also be hands-on holiday bouquet crafting and custom ornaments, plus, the first 25 attendees to RSVP and check in on the day-of will take home special swag bags. Register for free in advance online here.
When: Saturday, Dec. 7 from 12 to 3 p.m.
Where: Figat7th, 735 South Figueroa St., Courtyard, L.A., 90017
Strong Flow Yoga with Marie Grujicic (Culver City): Go with the flow during this free yoga class with fitness instructor Marie Grujicic (a.k.a. @silkymariesky) at Platform's courtyard. The first 20 attendees will score goodie bags and everyone will enjoy sips by Jiant Kombucha. RSVP for the complimentary workout here and don't forget to bring your own mat.
When: Saturday, Dec. 7 from 9 to 10 a.m.
Where: Platform, 8850 Washington Blvd., Culver City, 90232
West Coast Craft (DTLA Arts District): For the first time ever, West Coast Craft is bringing its Cali-cool marketplace to L.A. The two-day event takes over Skylight at Row DTLA's south lot, where over 300 designers and makers will be offering clothing, footwear, jewelry, accessories, stationery, home decor, art, ceramics, skincare, beauty and body products, and much, much more. The event is free; see all of the participating vendors and more info here.
When: Saturday, Dec. 7 and Sunday, Dec. 8 (10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily)
Where: Skylight at Row DTLA, 777 South Alameda Ave., L.A., 90021
Sunday, December 8
A Current Affair (Fashion District): The two-day cult-favorite vintage bazaar returns to the Cooper Design Space with over 70 top-notch vendors. Shop pre-loved fashion and designer pieces from the Victorian era to the '90s, enjoy complimentary cocktails, and more. Tickets are $12 for single-day admission ($15 at the door), $28 for Saturday 10 a.m. early admission, or $36 for a weekend pass (including early 10 a.m. entry on Saturday); buy them in advance online here.
When: Sunday, Dec. 8 from 12 to 6 p.m.
Where: Cooper Design Space, 860 South Los Angeles St., L.A., 90014
West Coast Craft (DTLA Arts District): For the first time ever, West Coast Craft is bringing its Cali-cool marketplace to L.A. The two-day event takes over Skylight at Row DTLA's south lot, where over 300 designers and makers will be offering clothing, footwear, jewelry, accessories, stationery, home decor, art, ceramics, skincare, beauty and body products, and much, much more. The event is free; see all of the participating vendors and more info here.
When: Sunday, Dec. 8 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: Skylight at Row DTLA, 777 South Alameda Ave., L.A., 90021
Sunday, December 15
ThriftCon (DTLA): The massive vintage clothing and collectibles convention promises over 100 vendors offering rare, designer, and pre-loved womenswear, menswear, footwear, jewelry, accessories, home goods, and more from decades past. Tickets are $8 or $10 for early entry; buy them online here.
When: Saturday, Dec. 15 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Where: L.A. Convention Center, 1201 South Figueroa St., L.A., 90015
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