Simply Stylist Sessions at The Grove; Black Halo Capule Collection in Costa Mesa

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FAIRFAX—Ever wondered why some peoples' fashion blogs skyrocket in popularity but you're still trying to get yours off the ground? It may not have anything to do with your personal style sense. Let a pro in the field give you a crash course on creating content, photo techniques, and more this Saturday when Simply Stylist hosts Blogging: The Creative. The $50 class, which takes place from 11am-2pm at Morels restaurant inside The Grove (189 The Grove Drive), has tapped Honey & Silk creator Stephanie Liu to give students the skinny on what spells success for a style blog. Michaela Blaney of Amore & Vita and Arzu Yonak of TARA, Ink will also be on hand as guest speakers. And to make the deal even sweeter, Racked readers get an exclusive 15% discount on the fee! Just enter "RACKED" as the promotional code when buying your ticket here.

COSTA MESA—LA-based brand Black Halo is already a favorite among celebs, having been seen hugging the bods of fashionable babes like Naomi Watts and Dita Von Teese. Now the brand teams up with another style powerhouse, Mad Men's award-winning costume designer Janie Bryant, who helped create a limited edition capsule collection. View the stunning garments that resulted from the collaboration, and meet Bryant and Black Halo designer Laurel Berman this Saturday when the duo heads to Saks Fifth Avenue at South Coast Plaza (901 S Coast Drive). The event takes place from noon to 3pm and includes refreshments and some informal modeling of the new pieces. To RSVP, just email lanna_simon@s5a.com.