• Gone are the days of the annual “A Novel Romance” fashion show since founder Elizabeth Dye signed The English Dept. bridal shop over to the capable hands of Xtabay founder Liz Gross. But don’t sweat it, brides-to-be and other lovers of lace: The shop is throwing Take Me to Church on Monday, April 20 at First Presbyterian Church (1200 SW Alder), a bridal fashion show that celebrates the Dept.’s 10-year anniversary, and represents a great opportunity to see the latest from all-stars including Dye herself, Claire La Faye, Leanne Marshall, and more.
- Claire La Faye
• The latest update on the opening of a second location for N Mississippi’s beloved Backtalk (on SW 10th, in the heart of the eminently shoppable West End)? While owner Katie Freedle originally hoped to swing the doors open in March, she’s now predicting a mid-to-late April debut. Look for the signature mix of really well curated vintage with upcoming clothing lines, excellent jewelry selections, and an inhouse designer or two (a la Alexa Stark‘s studio within the first location). We’ll be ready when they are…
• There’s a new kid in the city’s t-shirt game: Alejandra Margarita has an unusual process: “I create all my designs in pure makeup, liquid eyeliner to be exact. I paint with eyeliner and mix it with water and create designs for apparel. Once my designs are completed they are printed on garments in ink.” Here’s what the final result looks like:
- Alejandra Margarita
• Portland Garment Factory is throwing a li’l shindig at Stand Up Comedy to celebrate the launch of their spring collection. Come kick it and enjoy up to 85% off on past season back stock and archival pieces from both the brand and the shop, refreshments, and a screening of the 1991 Yohji Yamamoto documentary Notebook On Cities And Clothes by Wim Wenders. That’s Saturday, April 11 from 3-7 pm.