DIVA DELIGHT

Wine & Cheese Wednesdays: Downtown Divas hosts its monthly event with music, wine and cheese as it showcases the latest merchandise arrivals and offers special discounts; 5 to 7 p.m. Wednesday at Downtown Divas, 1800 Biscayne Plaza, Miami. www.downtowndivasmiami.com.

WAKE UP TO MAKE-UP

Terry Jacobs of Terry Jacobs Cosmetics for the Tropics, offers a summer class from 9-11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays on how to apply the creamy and powdery stuff like a pro. Register in person at the English Center, 3501 SW 28th St., Miami or call 305-445-7731, ext. 2025. Class size is limited to 10 students per class. $45 for four-week course. More information at 305-856-4066.

WEDDING BELL NEWS

• Behind the Veil Bridal Show: Appetizers, music and bridal fashion show are featured at this event along with vendors for weddings, door prize drawings plus WHYI-FM (100.7) radio personalities Nina and Nick and Chris Cruz; 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday at Sofitel Miami, 5800 Blue Lagoon Dr., Miami; $15; $10 in advance; $5 for parking. Reservations required at 305-803-6003 or www.iibevents.com/.

• Sara Mique Sample Sale: Offers sample dresses and outfits of all sizes at 50-70 percent off. Features nontraditional wedding dresses plus special occasion dresses for destination weddings, black tie or cocktail party dresses and mother-of-the-bride gowns; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily through July 31 except Sundays at Sara Mique Showroom, 4800 W. Hillsboro, Coconut Creek. 954-531- 6800 or www.saramique.com.

AVENTURA ADVENTURES

Aventura Mall: 19501 Biscayne Blvd., Aventura. 305-935-1110.

• Kiehl's Since 1851: Free skin and hair consultations; 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Friday-Sunday through July 26 at the upper level.

• Perfumania: An extra 20 percent off Calvin Klein men's and women's fragrances and an extra 20 percent off Kenneth Cole men's and women's fragrances at the upper level; 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Wednesday-Friday through July 10.

SUMMER SAVINGS AT SAKS

Saks Fifth Avenue: 9700 Collins Ave., Bal Harbour; 305-865-1100 or www.saksfifthavenue.com.

• Etnia Trunk Show: View the line of handmade fashion jewelry that carries you from day to night. Double points with purchase; 1 to 5 p.m. Thursday; 305-865-1100, ext. 5358.

• Lancome Event -- Gift with a French Twist: Get a Lancome signature cosmetic case with purchase of $50 or more; noon to 7 p.m. Sunday and 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday and Tuesday through Aug. 1.

• Make Waves Summer Beauty Event: Dive into summer beauty collections and get a beach bag with a $75 cosmetics and fragrance purchase; 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Wednesday-Friday.

PUTTIN' ON THE RITZ

Ladies Champagne Fridays Trunk Show: In addition to the bubbly, enjoy gourmet light bites and live music as you see the lines by Miami dress designers Lynda Martin and Emmanuelle Cagol-Landrieu. Featured is their Nibbatti (meaning rebirth) Summer Collection with easy, classic silhouettes and modern edge. They promise the bold, jewel tones will carry you from day to night with just a change of heels. Portion of sales benefits Katrina-related rebuilding efforts, including this year's charity, Sweet Home New Orleans; 5 to 7 p.m. Friday at the Lobby Lounge, Ritz-Carlton Coconut Grove, 3300 SW 27th Ave.; free champagne and valet parking available. 305-644-4680.

MARK YOUR CALENDAR

IMG Fashion and Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim, July 15-19

Coincides with the swimwear industry's largest trade show, the invitation-only event provides a runway platform for designers' swimwear and resort collections with exposure to national and international media, style setters and fashionistas. Fashion, beauty, supermodels and celebrities come together in South Beach to celebrate the international swimwear designs. An opening party is slated for next Wednesday and daily shows are planned in poolside tents at The Raleigh, 1775 Collins Ave., Miami Beach. Valet parking is available for $23 per car. Call 305-534-6300 or go to www.mbfashionweek.com/miami

HOT CURVES FOR ALL SIZES

The Voluptuous You Project Fashion Event: Annual fundraiser for the African-American Research Library and Cultural Center (AARLCC), support group that provides funding for the AARLCC's community programs. Features photo shoots, fashion vendors, programs and fashion shows, including Voluptuous You Designs by Desiree, a collection for curvy women in all sizes, modeled by local area models. Doors open for vendors' showcase noon to 8:30 p.m. with fashion show show at 7 p.m., Saturday at African-American Research Library and Cultural Center, 2650 Sistrunk Blvd., Fort Lauderdale; $25 at door, $20 in advance. Reservations required at 954-465-1329 or www.voluptuousyou.com.

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