Wear it out.
COVET
Nino Brand Trunk Show
What: Shop Bela Shehu’s fall collection of architectural dresses, tops, and jackets at wholesale prices ($130-$450).
Why: Lightweight fabrics, like silk and jersey, mean you don’t have to wait ’til September rolls around to show off your purchase.
When: Tonight, 6-9 p.m.
Where: Matthew Izzo, 111 S. 12th St. (215-829-0606).
REVEL
American Mortals Summer Fair
What: The salon celebrates its tenth anniversary with frozen treats from Little Baby’s Ice Cream, a bake off judged by Morimoto’s Thomas McCarthy, and a cakewalk.
Why: Tenille Grider weaves in feather hair extensions ($10-$25), and Alice Tran paints mini masterpieces onto nails ($5 and up).
When: Sat., 1-6 p.m.
Where: 729 Walnut St. (215-574-1234). Admission is free.
BROWSE
Clover Market
What: Upscale vendors of furniture, crafts, and vintage clothing flock to the outdoor flea.
Why: There’s not a piece of junk in the bunch.
When: Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: 12 E. Lancaster Ave., Ardmore. Admission is free.
CHUG
Philly Beer Week
What: Oodles of opportunities to sip (or get sloshed); opt for experimental cocktails with shrubs and bitters at The Farmers’ Cabinet or a chocolate bacon beer float at The Continental.
Why: Follow the Hammer of Glory, the festival’s symbol, as it winds through the streets on pogo sticks, wheelbarrows, and other unconventional modes of transport.
When: Fri.-June 12. Hammer of Glory, Fri., 8 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Locations online at phillybeerweek.org; Hammer of Glory starts at Hop Angel Brauhaus, 7980 Oxford Ave. (215-437-1939).
Photos: Lorraine Daley / Courtesy of Nino Brand








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