Do It: This Weekend’s Fashion, Beauty and Style Events that Are Not To Be Missed

This weekend is chock-full of fun and fashionable things to do, so if you’re itching to hit the town, these events will keep you busy!

2015 Whitney Garden Parties | Thursday, May 28

The famous Whitney Restaurant will be hosting their 25-year tradition of Garden Parties starting this Thursday, lasting every Thursday until August 27. From 5 to 9 p.m., the Garden Parties will showcase some of the best bands, while sipping craft beer specials and snacking on delicious food. This Thursday’s season kick-off will feature Blaire Alise & The Bombshells, a pop/rock style band. Cover is $5, attendees must be at least 21 years of age to enter.

The Whitney Restaurant is located at 4421 Woodward Ave., in Detroit.

Joy Abendmode: Grand Opening | Friday, May 29

Joy Abendmode, an eveningwear shop, has set up shop in Royal Oak, and they are celebrating with a grand opening event from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. This is a full day of activities starting in the morning with 15% off the first 25 purchases of the day. The ribbon cutting ceremony is happening at 12 p.m., a store tour will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. and the fashion show will begin at 6 p.m.

Joy Abendmode is located at 506 S. Washington Ave., in Royal Oak.

Startup Weekend Detroit for Social Entrepreneurs Edition | Friday, May 29 to Sunday, May 31

Are you interested in launching your own product or starting a business? If so, this event is for you! The Mercado building is hosting a weekend for entrepreneurs to pitch an idea, form a team and launch a product. Ticket levels range from $75 to $100 and that will get you access to all three days of the event, seven meals and snacks throughout the weekend, time with seasoned entrepreneurs an plenty of SWAG. For more information and to register for the event, go to Eventbrite. 

Ford Resource and Engagement Center/Mexicantown Mercado is located at 2826 Bagley St., in Detroit.

WCCC Presents: Detroit Girls Can | Saturday, May 30

Wayne County Community College is hosting an empowerment event for young women between the ages of 14 and 18 years old. From 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., young ladies will learn to empower themselves by learning tools to manage money, getting on the right career pathway and to develop the power that comes from real confidence. The event is free, but registration is required. To learn more or to register for the event, visit at Detroit Girls Can.

Wayne County Community College is located at 5901 Conner, in Detroit.

Ferndale Pride 2015 | Saturday, May 30

Ferndale Pride attracts 10,00 to 15,000 per year, and it’s kicking off the summer season a bit early come 1 to 10 p.m. all around the streets of downtown Ferndale. The day will start with the 5k Rainbow Run and the 2k Fun Run at 8:30 a.m., and then attendees can head over to the main stage on the west side of downtown Ferndale for a party in the streets with dancing, shopping and so much more. Come let your hair down, and have a great time! More information can be found at Ferndale Pride. 

The Ferndale Pride will be held in downtown Ferndale (Woodward to Planavon).

Opening Reception Windows on Frida | Saturday, May 30

Café Con Leche is excited to display local art from the community for “Windows on Frida,” a visual artistic interpretation of Frida Kahlo’s artwork and life. This art installation will feature fashion, jewelry, paintings and ceramics in honor of the DIA’s special series on Friday Kahlo and Diego Rivera. From 5 to 9 p.m., come out for a special Opening Night Reception to celebrate Frida Kahlo, but also the artists who were inspired by her.

Café Con Leche Nord is located at 2990 W. Grand Blvd., in Detroit.

WALK Fashion Show | Saturday, May 30

WALK Fashion Show is putting on its 11^th edition fashion show, with the first show starting at 3 p.m. and the next starting at 8 p.m. at Garden Theatre. The show will feature the local brands such as Dana Keaton Collection, Lady Liberty, Negash, LK Bennet and so many more. For more information and to purchase tickets, head over to WALK Fashion. 

Garden Theater is located at 3929 Woodward Ave., in Detroit.

MAJIK Fashion Show | Saturday, May 30

Designer Derrick Web has launched MAJIK Fashion show from 6 to 9 p.m. Check out the local talent and view Derrick Web’s Spring/Summer collection. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit Eventbrite. 

MAJIK will be held at 4731 Grand River Ave., in Detroit.

Bar Fight at Café 78 | Sunday, May 31

Are you known in your group of friends as the best cocktail mixer? Then come out to Café 78 and test yourself at Detroit’s Iron-Chef style competition. Mix up the best drinks for the judges, and show off your best mixing skills. Bar Fight starts at 7 p.m.

Café 87 is located at 4454 Woodward Ave., in Detroit.