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ch fans have a new chic alternative to those tired old logo bucket hats. Milliner Eugenia Kim has collaborated with the brand on a quirky, brightly hued collection of hats that hits stores Monday. Kim’s namesake line, a favorite with celebrities such as Cameron Diaz, Gwyneth Paltrow and Madonna, has a whimsical, almost cartoonish look (in a good way).
For Coach, she’s done cloche hats, equestrian caps and argyle fedoras with details that pop, such as lime green patent bands and multicolored striped scarf ties. Of course, there are a few Coach touches as well, such as the signature turn-lock closure on the brim of a Tattersall plaid driving cap.
Eugenia Kim for Coach Collection, $128 to $298. Available at Coach stores. www.coach.com
OPENINGS
Ports 1961 Thursday. Tia Cibani’s collection of stylish yet wearable clothes with a globe-trotting vibe is landing at Melrose Place. 8483 Melrose Place, Los Angeles. (323) 951-9650, www.ports1961.com.
New High Mart’s “World Fringe” Through June 7. This ever-changing pop-up shop has launched a series of themed retail experiences with rotating designers. The first, “World Fringe: An Ethno, Boho, Afro, Pow-Wow” features ethnic-inspired clothes from Society for Rational Dress, Cavern, Goddollars and Brian Lichtenberg. 741 New High St., Los Angeles. (213) 621-7822, www.newhighmart.com; Noon to 6 p.m. Daily.
Levi’s Pop-Up Shop at Fred Segal Man Through June 8. Damien Hirst’s spin art paintings may command top dollar, but he’s also taken to working with Levi’s jeans, the humblest of canvases. His spring collection for the denim giant’s “Warhol Factory X” artist series has arrived, along with a book about the project, as well as two pairs of $80,000 jeans hand-painted by Hirst to drool over. 420 Broadway, Santa Monica. (310) 395-9792. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mon. to Sat., noon to 6 p.m. Sun.
SALES
Rachel Pally Warehouse Sale Thursday to Sunday. Angelina Jolie’s been jet-setting all over wearing Pally’s flowing jersey dresses to accommodate her growing bump and looking fabulous doing it. Bump or no bump, here’s your chance to slip into Pally’s easy-to-wear pieces for 50% to 90% off retail prices. 2001 S. Santa Fe Ave., Los Angeles. Noon to 7 p.m. Thur., 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sat., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sun.
Mike & Chris Sample Sale Thursday to Saturday. The downtown chic line of leather hoodies, cropped jackets and fleece tops is holding its popular sample sale with items up to 70% off retail prices. 834 S. Broadway, 2nd floor, Los Angeles. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thur. and Fri., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat.
Seaton Parking Lot Sale Friday and Saturday. Summery dresses, beach towels and candles for up to 90% off. Seaton parking lot, 8920 Melrose Ave., Los Angeles. (310) 550-1232. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days.
Burning Torch Studio Sale Friday and Saturday. The light and airy line of hippie-inspired tops, dresses and blouses fits right in with spring’s boho trend. Shop the studio sale for pieces up to 50% off. 1738 Cordova St., Los Angeles. (323) 733-7700. 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Fri., 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sat.
Trina Turk Vintage Sale Every day. There’s nothing as cathartic as a good spring cleaning, especially when it’s designer and vintage collector Trina Turk doing the cleaning. Vintage garments she’s collected from flea markets, antique shops and yard sales over the last 20 years are on sale for $50 to $350. 8008 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles. (323) 651-1382. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Mon. to Sat., noon to 6 p.m. Sun.
TRUNK SHOWS
Joan Hornig Wednesday and Thursday. Talk about feel-good fashion. Designer Joan Hornig donates 20% of proceeds from sales of her jewelry (think bold Tahitian pearls and a Lucite cuff that reads “Keep the Giving Going”) to a charity of the shoppers’ choice. Neiman Marcus, 9700 Wilshire Blvd., Beverly Hills. (310) 550-5900. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. both days.
EVENTS
Fashion for Action Friday. “Gossip Girl” meets “The O.C.” on a runway at this benefit for the Council of Fashion Designers of America/Vogue Initiative for HIV/AIDS, featuring a fashion show and boutique of clothing donated by Marc Jacobs, Elie Tahari, Seven Jeans and others. Tickets $15 at the door or at www.hw.com/boxoffice. Harvard-Westlake School, 3700 Coldwater Canyon Ave., North Hollywood. 8 p.m.
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