Lucky Shops, Vera Wang bridal show

Monday December 3, 2012 10:39 AM By Virginia Dunleavy

Photo credit: Handout | White by Vera Wang's blush strapless ball gown, with satin corset bodice, draped tulle overlay and full tulle skirt, incorporates an asymmetrical peplum with organza petals, $1,248 (now on sale for $1,198); at select David's Bridal stores and davidsbridal.com.

Dec. 4

J. Hilburn trunk show, men's custom and ready-to-wear clothing, 10 a.m.-8 p.m., at Emily Sky Fashions in Plainview (Plainview Centre, 341 S. Oyster Bay Rd.; 516-822-8200) and Commack (Peppertree Commons, 6401 Jericho Tpke.; 631-623-6607). Discounts on show orders.

Dec. 6

Nassau Networking Moms Holiday Expo offers a fashion show, mini-makeovers and lots of shopping, from clothing, jewelry and cosmetic vendors, 6-10 p.m., at Stuart Thomas Manor, 2143 Boundary Ave., Farmingdale; 516-845-1151. Admission is free; a portion of the proceeds goes to local charities for aid to storm victims.

Dec. 6, 7-8

At Bloomingdale's this week, meet Temple St. Clair, fine jewelry designer, 1-4 p.m. Dec. 6 in Huntington; 631-425-6852. On Dec. 7-8, be treated to a Parisian makeover at the Chanel counter during its makeup, skin care and fragrance event, 11 a.m.-6 p.m., at RooseveltField. Reservations suggested; 516-873-2804.

Dec. 6-8

Lucky magazine rescheduled its shopping party, with host Jennifer Hudson, for Dec 6. Fashions, shoes, jewelry and more are up to 70 percent off, 6-9 p.m., at 82Mercer, 82 Mercer St., Manhattan; 917-639-5850. Tickets are $150 online at luckyshops.com. The sales continue noon-7 p.m. Dec. 7 and til 5 p.m. Dec. 8. General admission is $30, $35 at the door ($35 and $40 for 10 a.m. entry); $50 and $55 for a two-day pass. A portion of proceeds benefit Julian D. King Gift Foundation and the Mayor's Fund for superstorm Sandy disaster relief.

Ysa Makino trunk show, beaded and embroidered hostess gowns for evening, 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m., at Filly's, 1065 Willis Ave., Albertson; 516-739-9090.

Dec. 7-9

The Wedding Salon in Manhasset hosts bridal trunk shows from Vera Wang and Victoria Nicole (with designer visit Saturday). Both events are by appointment only; 1468 Northern Blvd., Manhasset; 516-869-8455.

Dec. 8

Lafont trunk show, offers the latest collection of eyeglass frames and sunglasses, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., at 1600 Stewart Ave., suite 108, Westbury; 516-280-3646, option 2.

Sample sales

Splendid and Ella Moss Find deep discounts from both brands on women's, men's and kids' pieces, including items from the fall and holiday 2012 collections, noon-6 p.m. Dec. 4 and 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 5, at 260 W. 39th St., 12th floor, Manhattan; 212-730-7333.

Olive and Bette's The boutique is offering up to 75 percent off dresses, T-shirts, sweaters, denim and more, 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Dec. 5, at 1249 Third Ave., Manhattan; 212-206-0036.

PONO Take 50-80 pecent off Italian resin bangles, necklaces and more, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Dec. 3-7 and Dec. 10-12 (closed Saturday-Sunday) at 347 W. 36th St., suite 405, Manhattan; 212-216-0022.