Do It: This Weekend's Style, Beauty and Fashion Events That are Not to Be Missed

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

Creative Salon: Debut Night | Thursday, April 27
Creative Salon Detroit is having their very first event at Bamboo Detroit from 7 to 10 p.m. Each salon is a one-of-a-kind, curated event to give everyone a chance to experience Detroit's creative talent. To see a list of featured artists and purchase tickets, click here.

Bamboo Detroit is located at 1420 Washington Blvd. #301, in Detroit.

Brunch Bites - Royal Oak | Saturday, April 29
We all love brunch, but when do you have the chance to visit 12 amazing brunch destinations in one day? Not often! From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. some of the best brunch places in Downtown Royal Oak are coming together to bring you an unforgettable event in the form of a self-guided walking tour. Some of the restaurants include Bigalora, Gayle's Chocolates, Mesa Tacos and Tequila, and many more! Tickets are $40, and you can purchase them here.

Bike and Brew Tours - 2017 Season | Saturday, April 29
Bike and Brew Tours are back for their summer 2017 season! From 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., you'll learn about Detroit history with a bike tour as you indulge in beer and food. This is for all biking abilities -- so need to worry at all. Tickets are $35 and can be purchased here. You can see all of the tour dates on the tickets page, as well as what topic will be covered during the tour. Tours will start at Traffic Jam & Snug.

Traffic Jam & Snug is located at 511 W. Canfield St., in Detroit.

NTVTY An Upscale Mixer | Saturday, April 29
In celebration of the grand opening of the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in Washington D.C., there will be an amazing night at the Charles H. Wright Museum! From 7 to 11 p.m., enjoy good food, music and conversation, while also celebrating 50 years since the Black Madonna chancel mural was unveiled in Detroit. Tickets are $50, and you can purchase them here.

The Charles H. Wright Museum is located at 315 E. Warren Ave., in Detroit.

The Art of Jazz - A Celebration of International Jazz Day | Sunday, April 30
The Dell Pryor Gallery is hosting a multimedia event from 6 to 9 p.m. in celebration of International Jazz Day. This event will be a combination of performance and visual arts, which includes Marcus Elliot on sax, Michael Malis on piano, Jaribu Shahid on bass and Kayvon Gordon on drums. There is a suggested donation of $15.

The Dell Pryor Gallery is located at 4201 Cass Ave., in Detroit.

Wear It's At: Take the Sunshine Wherever You Go

Bring some sunshine into your wardrobe by adding a pop of yellow. Yellow signifies all things summer, sun and celebration. From lunch with the girls, to a day at the lake or a backyard barbeque with family and friends; yellow will never disappoint. Kick off the summer right by bringing the sunshine wherever you go.

Brunch

1. Leith Tie Front Dress- $72, Nordstrom

2. Eric Michael Sam Wedge- $130, Sundance Shoes

3. Devoe Street Tinley Bag- $278, Kate Spade

4. The Birdy Watch- $475, Shinola

The Lake

1. Boxy T- $55, TBD

2. Destroyed Side Slit Denim Shorts- $34, Pitaya

3. Birkenstock Gizeh Sandal- $95, Sundance Shoes

4. Mar Y Sol Montauk Woven Tote with Pom Charms, $139, Nordstrom

5. Claudia One Piece Swimsuit- $168, Free People

6. Mara Hoffman One Piece Wide Strap Tank- $245, Everything But Water

Backyard BBQ

1. Free People Georgina Top- $98, Caruso Caruso

2. The Phoebe AG Jeans- $235, Rear Ends

3. Steve Madden Irenee Ankle Strap Sandal- $79.95, Nordstrom

4. Lunch bag white- $79.00, Detroit is the New Black

Do It: Social Entrepreneur to Give Talks About Ethics in Fashion

Image from Global Ties Detroit

Global Ties Detroit and the King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture are coming together to present a panel in Detroit led by Saudi social entrepreneur Shahd AlShehail. AlShehail will be sharing her fight to make the world of fashion a more transparent and ethical place for laborers and consumers.

Her passion for promoting ethical fashion started in 2013 when she heard about the Rana Plaza cotton factory collapse in Dhaka, Bangladesh, that killed hundreds of workers. When she heard the news, she was completing her fieldwork as the first Arab Global Acumen Fellow in India. The disaster inspired her and her business partners to research and communicate what happens in the fashion industry from beginning to end, leading them to create the global nonprofit Project JUST.

Project JUST is an online platform that promotes sustainable fashion policies by monitoring the supply chains of 150+ major fashion brands and tracking the social and environmental impact of the fashion industry.

In the panel AlShehail will be speaking at, she will share lessons from her own campaign on how to make the fashion industry more transparent. She will be alongside the pioneers developing Detroit's booming garment and fashion industries. She will talk about her experience working for some of the largest clothing brands in the world, including Zara, H&M, Chanel and more, to encourage an ethical, sustainable clothing industry. The panel will tackle both ends of the supply chain -- offering simple, concrete advice to producers and consumers on how to encourage more sustainable, moral-centered policies.

Other guests on the panel include moderator Rachel Lutz of The Peacock Room, Bena Burda of Maggie's Organics and Julia Rhodes of Rebel Nell. There will also be complimentary refreshments.

The panel is April 25 from 6 to 8:30 p.m. at Waterview Loft. This is located at 130 E. Atwater St., in Detroit. This is also free and you can RSVP here.

By Alex Donlin

Do It: This Weekend's Style, Beauty and Fashion Events That are Not to Be Missed

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

DGG Membership Meeting | Thursday, April 20
Held in partnership with The Loft Warehouse, our next membership meeting is this week! The meeting is free so if you're a member, or thinking about becoming one, we encourage you to come out. There will be networking, a member spotlight and even a look at the kind of living spaces The Loft Warehouse has to offer. The meeting will go from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

The Loft Warehouse is located at 3434 Russell St. Ste. 101, in Detroit.

Garage Talk: Growing Your Small Business Through Leadership | Thursday, April 20
TechTown is teaming up with Build Institute's Open City for a conversation about leadership in small businesses. You'll learn what it means to be a good leader, how leadership development benefits everyone, and so many more topics from a group of panelists. Panelists include Jess Sanchez McClary, President of McClary Bros, Emily Miller, Strategy Leader of Detroit Revitalization Fellows, and Daune Smith, Founder and Principle Designer of Visual Noise - Detroit. The event goes from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and there will be free pizza and beer! You can RSVP here.

TechTown is located at 440 Burroughs St., in Detroit.

4161 Mix | Friday, April 21
From 6 to 9 p.m., come out to the Cass Collective to experience their shops and small art gallery. You'll enjoy complimentary cocktails while viewing the designers' spring collections. The shops are Mie Radici, B'Juelz, Dolly Rockers, Kill the Hate, Not Sorry Apparel and Bleu Bowtique. This event is free but RSVP here.

Cass Collective is located at 4161 Cass Ave., in Detroit.

David Lynch: The Art Life | Friday, April 21 through Sunday, April 23
The vivid documentary "David Lynch: The Art Life" will be shown April 21 - 23 in the DIA's Detroit Film Theatre. The film gives a look at artist and filmmaker David Lynch's experiences, insights, memories and obsessions that inspired his imagination and creativity. The film shows personal interviews recorded over three years, where he discusses how he's never stopped creating, his first masterpiece "Eraserhead" and the upcoming return of "Twin Peaks." The documentary will be shown April 21 and 22 at 7 p.m. and April 23 at 2 p.m. Following the film, each day a feature-length film Lynch directed will be shown. To purchase tickets, click here.

The DIA is located at 5200 Woodward Ave., in Detroit.

Detroit Gatsby Spring Soiree | Friday, April 21
After the success of Detroit Gatsby's sold out, winter galas, they are happy to bring you their spring soiree at Belle Isle's Detroit Boat Club. Inspired by the popular novel, The Great Gatsby, the night will be a blast to the past. Guests will be immersed in 1920s culture, fashion, music and entertainment. Tickets are $115 and include free valet parking, coat check, access to Belle Isle's Detroit Boat Club, a live orchestra and a strolling supper. The event goes from 8 p.m. to midnight. The dress code is dress to impress. Tickets can be purchased here.

The Detroit Boat Club is located at E. Picnic Way, in Detroit.

Derby Shopping Party at Margaux & Max | Saturday, April 22
Margaux & Max is hosting a Derby shopping party from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.! You'll be sure to find the perfect dress, hat/fascinator and shoes, all while enjoying a fun afternoon. This is definitely a shopping event you don't want to miss.

Margaux & Max is located at 561 Livernois St., in Ferndale.

Blog Like a Boss: Brunch Workshop | Sunday, April 23
This interactive brunch workshop will expose aspiring bloggers to influencers who have successfully utilized platforms like WordPress, Squarespace, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube and Facebook to launch profitable brands and businesses. You'll enjoy a yummy brunch with mimosas, while getting to network with fellow Detroit bloggers, and learning more about social media marketing, strengthening your brand, increasing your followers, creating interactive content and converting your blog into a profitable business. This brunch will be from noon to 4 p.m. at Bamboo Detroit. Seats are limited so make sure to purchase your tickets here.

Bamboo Detroit is located at 1420 Washington Blvd. #301, in Detroit.

Do It: This Weekend's Style, Beauty and Fashion Events That are Not to Be Missed

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

Image by The Blu Kitchen

24 Hour Thrift Store | Friday, April 14
The opening reception for a new exhibition with work by Detroit-based artists Monica Dubray and Laura Finlay will be taking place at TH.Muller Galleri from 7 to 10 p.m. It will depict a world of hidden treasures and unexpected pleasures. There will be an array of merchandise and refreshments for you to enjoy. This event is free to the public!

TH.Muller Galleri is located at 2987 Franklin St., in Detroit.

Macaron Mini Pop Up | Saturday, April 15
The Blu Kitchen is hosting another pop up from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at The Detroit Mercantile Co.! In honor of Easter, there will be plenty of spring flavors including berry blush, strawberry, rhubarb and rose. Macarons will be $2.50 each.

The Detroit Mercantile Co. is located at 3434 Russell St. Ste. 109, in Detroit.

Wines of Spain - Tasting Workshop | Saturday, April 15
Join The Royce as they sample wines of Spain in their series of educational workshops. The course is designed for wine lovers of all levels and will explore the rich offerings of Spanish wine culture. You'll be able to sample a number of delicious wines, including red, white and sparkling, along with tasty Spanish bar snacks. There are different times available, and tickets are $40. You can find the times and purchase tickets here.

The Royce is located at 76 W. Adams Ave., in Detroit.

Breathe Women Empowerment Meeting | Saturday, April 15
The goal of this event is to create a safe environment for women to express themselves freely and vocally. Starting at 3 p.m. at Collective Studios, there will be motivational speaking and the chance for women to share advice and their experiences with one another. There will also be a group meditation to end the meeting. If you have any questions, email breathewomen@gmail.com.

Collective Studios is located at 13305 Capital St., in Oak Park.

Opening Reception, Austen Brantley: Black and White | Saturday, April 15
With his new exhibit, Austin Brantley will be exploring "The Social Racism in America" throughout his work. He is diving into concepts of self-examination of being black and being a black artist in America. The exhibit will be running from April 15 through May 27 at Detroit is the New Black, with a free opening reception the 15th from 6 to 9 p.m.

Detroit is the New Black is located at 1426 Woodward Ave., in Detroit.

SPARK 2017: Get to Know Media Sponsor, SEEN Magazine

As our second annual SPARK fundraiser approaches, (Friday, June 9 at The Baltimore Gallery -- make sure to get your tickets here!) we'll be telling you a little about some of our sponsors and other exciting things involved with the fashion fete. First up, get to know one of our media sponsors: Neighborhood SEEN Magazine.

Photo c/o Neighborhood SEEN

SEEN Magazine is a monthly Detroit publication with articles that reflect an affluent, socially sensitive and involved lifestyle. You can find all types of articles in their issues and website about places to eat in the city, fashion trends, event recaps and so much more! If you're a fan of Style Factory, you'll love Neighborhood SEEN.

You can also stay updated with the magazine on social media: They're on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and even have an awesome YouTube series called "SEEN Around Town."

Make sure to check out their April issue and their website!

Photo from Neighborhood SEEN Facebook

By Alex Donlin

Oh, Shop It: North End Collective

Just opened this year, the North End Collective is a retail space organized into four units featuring different stores to shop at. Located at 6513 Woodward Ave., the shops for 2017 are Bath Savvy Naturals, Purple Love, United Front and The Traveling Pants Co.!

Photo from North End Collective Facebook

The mission of the collective is to build unity and collaboration through retail sales and by creating entrepreneurial opportunities in the North End of neighborhood of Detroit. They hope to offer an accelerator experience for startups and small business owners, to not only help them gain experience, but to also sell quality products to the community.

The collective consists of over 2,000 square feet of retail space spread out into four units. Each unit is professionally designed, fully furnished and fully functioning, with below market rent. Each store owner is given keys to the space and are allowed 1-2 associates to work under their business model.

The North End Collective wouldn't be made possible without the help of The Kresge Foundation, PNC Foundation, Invest Detroit, IFF, Capital Impact Partners Midtown Inc., Rok Construction, David Cowan Consulting and Cog Studio.

For more information and to see events North End Collective is putting on, check out their Facebook page.

By Alex Donlin

Do It: This Weekend's Style, Beauty and Fashion Events That are Not to Be Missed

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

Image by: Ferndale Vintage Fashion Market

Ferndale Vintage Fashion Market Spring 2017 | Friday, April 7 through Sunday, April 9
Metro Detroit's premiere vintage shopping event is taking place this weekend at the Rust Belt Market! Some of the vendors include Babbleon Antiques, Greta's Vintage, Livin' Vintage, and Old Soul Vintage, but for a full list, click here. The Collected Collage and Detroit Vintage Collective, who have shops in the market, will also be there.

The Rust Belt Market is located at 22801 Woodward Ave., in Ferndale.

Detroit Tigers Opening Day | Friday, April 7
This Friday is the Detroit Tigers Opening Day at Comerica Park! The whole city will be buzzing, and if you don't have tickets to the game, make sure to check out some of the awesome things happening:

Opening Day Party at The Skip: Belt Alley will be taken over by The Skip with beers, cocktails, grilling, music and fun! This is located between Broadway and Library Streets.

Detroit Home Opener Festival: The largest Opening Day party is taking place at the Madison Ave. Festival Grounds. There will be giant heated tents, plenty of entertainment and music, beer tents and full bars, a food truck rally, games, and more! The festival grounds are at 440 Madison Ave. in Detroit.

Nemo's: Located in Corktown, come to Nemo's food, drinks and music by the Polish Muslims, then shuttle to the game.

Opening Day with Founders: Slows Bar Bq is teaming up with Founders Brewing Co. for a party starting at 10 a.m. There will be plenty of beer to choose from, as well as a special BBQ breakfast. Slows is located at 2138 Michigan Ave.

Dancing at the Detroit Yacht Club with the Peacock Room | Saturday, April 8
Couples and singles are invited to dance the night away in the famous Grand Ballroom at the Detroit Yacht Club. The Peacock Room is also hosting a pop-up shop with new spring dresses and accessories. Attire is vintage, cocktail and snappy. This event goes from 5 to 8:15 p.m., and tickets are $30 in advance (contact John Gibson at jgibson1074@gmail.com) or $35 at the door.

The Detroit Yacht Club is located at 1 Riverbank Rd., in Detroit.

Bacon Bash 2017 - Bacon & Brews Edition | Saturday, April 8
From 7:30 to 11 p.m., all bacon lovers should come out to the Royal Oak Farmers Market for a special celebration of all things covered, wrapped and seasoned with bacon. There will be samples from 25+ of Metro Detroit's favorite restaurants, eateries and sweets boutiques. There will also be 80+ craft beers, cocktails and wine to better the experience. GA tickets are sold out, however there are still VIP tickets for $70 here.

The Royal Oak Farmers Market is located at 316 E. 11 Mile Rd., in Royal Oak.

It Trends: April's Style Board

April is all about getting ready for the warmer weather ahead. Stripes and bright yellow are a great way to instantly make an outfit spring-y. Sneakers have been all the rage lately because they're so comfortable and casual. Take them up a notch with funky details like embroidery, pom-poms and metallics. As for beauty, the "no makeup" makeup look is where it's at. It looks completely natural and is perfect for a long day at the office. If you're heading out for drinks after work, just put on a bright lipstick.

By Alex Donlin