NSF, Forever 21 Sample Sales; Surfrider Event at SaMoPlace

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DOWNTOWN—NSF is having a sample sale, with deep discounts on pieces for men and women. It's Friday, from 11am to 3pm. It's on the 6th floor of the Cooper Building, 860 S. Los Angeles Street. [Racked Inbox]

DOWNTOWN—We almost could not be more excited, or curious, about the Forever 21/Twelve by Twelve sample sale. Markdowns are up to 90% off, and in addition to shopping the niche F21 collection, you can acquire display furnishings and procure num numz from a virtual flotilla of food trucks. It's Saturday, from 8am to 2pm, at 1807 E. Olympic Blvd. [Racked Inbox]

SANTA MONICA PLACE—A dude-centric event for a worthy cause: This Saturday, Bloomie's is hosting a surf style night to benefit the Surfrider Foundation. Simon Spurr, Eunice Lee of Unis, and John Whitledge of Travota will be on hand to dispense fashion advice to the sporty male. Top it all off with drinks, snacks, and gifts with purchase. It's Level 1, from 5pm to 7pm. [Racked Inbox]