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DOWNTOWN—Meet local designer and LAFC's Open Runway contestant Samantha Eng at her trunk show taking place this Thursday, September 12 at hip boutique Brigade (510 W 7th St). From 4 to 7pm, shoppers can nosh on small bites, sip wine and enjoy a 15% off discount to shop the designer's latest collection. [Racked Inbox]
SANTA MONICA—Join LA bloggers Devon of Devon Rachel, Sazan of Spaz Mag and Mara of M Loves M as they host a Nordstrom YOUphoria event this Thursday at Nordstrom Santa Monica (220 Broadway). The fashion soiree starts at 6pm and attendees can expect giveaways, makeovers, sweets, drinks and custom pop-up shops curated by each of the bloggers. [Devon Rachel]
DOWNTOWN—Also happening this Thursday, DTLA-based label Love Nail Tree is throwing a party to celebrate their 6th Edition release. The bash is going down at Warehass located at 611 Gladys Ave from 7 to 11pm and will be complete with music, drinks, food truck grub, shopping and an exclusive premiere of their film Intent. The first 25 people get a complimentary swag bag; RSVP here. [Racked Inbox]