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MIDTOWN—Get a sneak peek at Brand Assembly, one of two new shops-in-shop that's headed to Lord & Taylor this fall. At the preview, taking place on the department store's second floor tomorrow between 6pm and 8pm, you'll be able to check out its contemporary designer offerings like Sachin & Babi and Saunder while enjoying free wine and music from DJ Alexandra Richards. Though you're welcome to walk in at any time, you may want to make sure you're there in time for the 6:30pm runway show.
FLATIRON—Celebrate the start of New York Fashion Week at L'Occitane tomorrow between 6pm and 9pm at 170 Fifth Avenue. Check out the Provence collection while sipping cocktails from speakeasy Please Don't Tell and noshing on hors d'oeuvre from Fig & Olive. Limited-edition gifts with purchase will also be available—spend $25 for a small treat, or $65 for a larger one.