RackedWire: Zara, Holiday Shops Open in Bryant Park; Trunk Show in Fort Greene; Fashion Duel in the 'Burg

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MIDTOWN—Bryant Park is bustling. The Zara at 42nd and Fifth is "almost completely scaffold-free," according to a tipster, who also saw a sign promising a November 28 opening date. And the holiday shops open Saturday. For a list of vendors, consult their blog. [Racked Inbox]

FORT GREENE—As part of its tireless campaign to support local designers, boutique Thistle & Clover hosts a trunk show tomorrow, November 22, at 7pm at their store on 221 DeKalb Avenue. Attractions include booze, food, clothing by Chulette and 2fer, and handbags by Corrente. [Racked Inbox]

WILLIAMSBURG—This Monday, watch designers go head-to-head in a timed contest to dress a model out of a mystery material. It sounds like Project Runway, but LVHRD has been hosting these events for five years, so if anything, Heidi Klum owes them. For tickets, register here, and they'll e-mail you the start time and location. [Racked Inbox]