On the catwalk at Ethereal Boutique’s Holiday Fashion & Trunk Show, LIC

Last night Vernon Blvd boutique Ethereal threw a Holiday Fashion & Trunk Show at SHI Restaurant in Queenswest. Tables of glittering jewelry and fancy accessories were set up, a catwalk was laid out alongside the bar, tables were packed, and Ethereal models worked their designs, all dolled up with lovely hair and makeup courtesy of the ladies over at LIC’s own Primp & Tease Salon on 50th Ave.

It was a mix of classic and edgy »

In a great display of synergy (a buzz word we have managed until now to avoid on liQcity), Ethereal and Subdivision Boutiques are co-hosting a spring Trunk Show tomorrow evening, featuring local designers and store specialties. If that’s not enough to get you out, the event is being held at Long Island City’s local favorite Manducatis Rustica.

“Come enjoy a special one night shopping event, with the spins of DJ Jennifer, while sipping wine! Don’t miss the raffle, worth $1,000 of fashion!”

• Long Island City Spring Trunk Show @ Manducatis Rustica. Wednesday, May 6th, 5:30-8:30pm. 46-31 Vernon Blvd, 718-937-1312 RSVP to rsvp@subboutique.com

Ethereal Boutique is hosting a shopping event to benefit a local Long Island City organization, Hour Children.

When: Thursday, April 30th, 2009: 5:30pm-8:30pm

Where: Ethereal Boutique 47-38 Vernon Blvd, LIC

What: “Shop the luxurious, art-inspired styles of MINT Jodi Arnold and view works by local Queens artist, Vicky Barranguet.”

Ten percent of the proceeds will be donated to Hour Children, an organization dedicated to providing support to women and families involved in the criminal justice system.

To show appreciation, gift bags supporting local establishments will be given to the first 20 guests who purchase MINT Jodi Arnold styles. White wine will be served courtesy of Blue Streak Wines.

Sinks & Stones, 46-01 Vernon Blvd, Long Island City

While we’re all waiting for economic bailouts to kick in, there quietly exists at least one way to actually help our local economy, which is to patronize local businesses as much as possible. In talking with many local biz owners, there is a spectrum of struggle; some are doing great, most are hanging in there but feeling a decline, and others are operating in the red. With that in mind, and also gratitude towards liQcity sponsors, here’s some opportunities to support local biz »

Baby’s clothes at Ethereal Boutique, 47-38 Vernon Blvd, LIC

liQcity welcomes two new sponsors who also have some great stuff for Long Island City, especially if you’re staying local this weekend »