A week of chic

What: Tea, treats and models in tops by Judy Cooper Lyle and jewelry by Linda Jones.

When: 5 p.m.

Where: 5144 13th Av. S., Mpls.

Website: www.phyllisproductions .com

Concept: "Kimono meets 'Little House on the Prairie,' " said designer Kimberly Jurek. She used earth and spicy tones and crafted suede accessories such as fringe anklets, leg warmers, arm bands and necklaces to add a Native American flair.

When: 8 to 11 p.m.

Where: W Minneapolis-The Foshay, 821 Marquette Av. S., Mpls.

Website: www.kjurekcouture.com

What: "Where caffeine meets couture," says the tagline. Hosted by www.twincityscene.com, fashion fans can drink coffee and talk style.

When: 5 to 7 p.m. Where: Urban Bean Coffee, 3255 Bryant Av. S., Mpls.

Website: www.twincityscene.com/urbanbean

What: Given by Christian Erickson, a partner in the marketing company Zeus Jones, you will learn a gazillion ways to use free online services. It's networking, geared to those in fashion industry. Bring your existing materials for advice.

Where: Textile Center, 3000 University Av. SE., Mpls., www.textilecentermn.org.

Registration and website: $30, at marketing-workshop.eventbrite.com/

Who: Laura Fulk, a three-time Voltage alum, presents her first solo show.

Concept: "The idea of suffocating due to outside influences in nature and society. And then, in turn, escaping and catching one's breath," Fulk said. With art by painter Melissa Breitenfeldt and tattoo artist Jay Langer digitally printed onto eco-friendly fabrics, Fulk captures the mood of the atomic era that lasted from the 1940s to the 1950s.

Shop: Samples ($175 to $300) will be for sale on her website and custom orders are available.

Where: The Lab Theater, 700 N. 1st St., Mpls., 612-333-7977.

Tickets: $15 at the www.thelabtheater.org.

Website: www.laurafulk.com

Who: Kerry Riley

What: A dozen models dressed in leotards and bodysuits with tap shoes will parade through Minneapolis. "You'll hear them coming," Riley said.

Shop: Leotards ($100 to $200) and harnesses, belts and gauntlets for your forearms ($58 to $198), available at Cliché.

When: Walk, 2 to 6 p.m. and reception, 7 to 10 p.m.

Where: Walk starts on Nicollet Mall; reception at Cliché.

Website: www.redshoeclothing.com

What: Hosted by l'etoile magazine and Secrets of the City, this fashion-focused networking event with Fashion Group International and MNFashion members features free appetizers from Joe's Garage, wine from Sacre Bleu and Crispin cider.

Where: Eitel Building City Apartments, 1367 Willow St., Mpls.

What: 10 percent off everything in the store all day and a reception with local designers.

Concept: Via's isn't just vintage anymore. First, check out the non-pink paint. Then see the reproduction 1950s halter dresses by Vivien of Holloway, repurposed jewelry from Vintage City Classics by Holly Luke and Jen Des Lauriers and clothes from Reevolution by Sarah Holm.

When: 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., with a reception from 5 to 7 p.m.

Where: 2408 Hennepin Av. S., Mpls., 612-374-3649

What: Bring at least three clean, rip- and stain-free pieces of gently used clothing and swap with other fashionistas.

When: 7 to 9 p.m.

Where: Textile Center, 3000 University Av. SE., Mpls.

Website: www.yelp.com

What: Features designers 2709, Allison Quinnell, Amanda Christine, Arwyn Birch, Calpurnia Peach, Carmichael Claith, Emily Weich, Ivan Idland, Maritza Ramirez and Max Lohrbach and bands Mercurial Rage, Lucy Michelle and the Velvet Lapelles, Gospel Gossip, First Communion Afterparty and Marisa Isa. Bands will be dressed by Standard Issue Clothing and Branch Office Design, Grayline Clothing, Jenny Carle Designs, Jodelle Gerdes and Emily Melchert.

When: Doors open at 8 p.m. and show starts at 9 p.m.

Where: First Avenue, 701 1st Av. N., Mpls., 612-332-1775.

Tickets: $25 at First Avenue or any Ticketmaster outlet.

Website: www.voltagefashionamplified.com

What: Celebrate with Voltage designers who sell their goods at the store (Carmichael Claith, Maritza Ramirez, Amanda Christine, Ivan Idland, Emily Weich and Jenny Carle). Everything is 10 percent off and wine will be served in the evening while D.J. Talk Radio spins.

Where: Cliché, 2403 Lyndale Av. S., Mpls., 612-870-0720.

Website: www.clichempls.com

What: Champagne and spring looks from Hale Bob. If you buy from the new collection, you'll get a free velour tracksuit.

When: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Where: Il Vostro Boutique, 5045 France Av. S., Edina, 612-839-6535.

What: Cocktails and shopping from the new line by Birk Stefan Grudem, including the clothes worn by Mercurial Rage in the Voltage show.

Concept: Dresses, skirts and tops for women and shirts for men with screen-printed designs inspired by nature, symmetry, early 1900s art nouveau and childhood fascinations.

When: 3 to 7 p.m.

Where: Design Collective, 1311 W. 26th St., Mpls., 612-377-1000.

Website: www.graylineclothing.com

When: 6:30 to 9 p.m.

Where: Hot Mama, 3940 W. 50th St., Mpls., 952-746-8255.

Websites: www.elinandclara.com and www.shopmama.com

Concept: "I'm inspired by the early '80s: New Wave and Japanese designers from that era," said Bourrienne. Look for gray hues, angular silhouettes and architectural details with innovations such as a "shoulder saddle," which is a gun flap/sailor collar hybrid.

When: 7 to 10 p.m.

Website: www.russellbourrienne .com

It's a VIP event featuring an in-store fashion show and quality time with many local designers. Plus, get 10 percent off everything in the store. Note: This is a private event; call to register.

When: 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Where: Cliché, 2403 Lyndale Av. S., Mpls., 612-870-0420.

Website: www.clichempls.com

Concept: "Spring exudes a bold, punkish edge," said Zoë Foat. The two are well known for yoga clothes and dedication to recycled fabrics, sold at boutiques and yoga studios throughout the Twin Cities. They also have Foat Couture line, featuring ready-to-wear pieces.

When: 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Where: Foat Design Studio, 1828 NE. Marshall St., Mpls., 800-658-1448.

Website: www.foatdesign.com

What: Anna Lee, the founder and mastermind behind Voltage: Fashion Amplified, has her own line of biking clothes. They'll be on display during a group ride around the city.

Where: Meet at ROBOTlove, 2648 Lyndale Av. S., Mpls.

Website: www.ruby3.com

When: 1 to 5 p.m.

Where: Design Collective, 1311 W. 26th St., Mpls., 612-377-1000.

Website: www.designcollectivempls .com