First Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest; Bump Club & Beyond Bazaar; 50% Off at Hubba Hubba; More!

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IRVING PARK - Designer Sararose Krenger has outdone herself once again. She's opening up her studio for a dash of sparkle and faux fur in the winter collection of Stix and Roses. The show is on December 8 when your pre-holiday game gets even more frilly, flirty and skirty. Runway show begins at 7PM. [Racked Inbox]

LINCOLN PARK- It's nearly time for The Bump Club and Beyond Holiday Bazaar at The Land of Nod. It happens Thursday December 6 in the evening, past the babe's bedtime. Retail partners including Galt Baby, Preggers, Sprout San Francisco, Twinkle Twinkle Little One, Psychobaby, Storkstack will be selling items straight from the BCB Gift Guide. This event benefits More than Milk, Share our Spare and the American Red Cross for Hurricane Relief. [Racked Inbox]

BUCKTOWN- Up on Damen, riley is having a men's designer showcase this weekend on the 17th. From 12-5PM three hot dudes will be "in da house", slinging holiday menswear merch from Rufus, Halsey and dibi. [Racked Inbox]

ROSCOE VILLAGE- Recently relocated to Roscoe at Southport, Hubba Hubba can't keep it in their pants. "Why wait till Black Friday," they say. This weekend there's a Shiraleah handbags trunk show and 50% off select items. [Racked Inbox]

EDGEWATER- This weekend, just as promised, the Vintage Garage is back for a special holiday market. If you check in on Yelp or Facebook, you get free admission at this special indoor edition located at 1134 W Granville at Broadway. Plus, if you wear your ugliest christmas sweater, you'll be entered into a contest for free admission to the entire 2013 season. [Racked Inbox]

GOLD COAST- The annual Shop IN Chicago event by promo duo, Cece & Melinda is happening again-for the holidays. You are hereby forewarned to save the location and date; The Drake Hotel on Tuesday, December 11th from 6-9PM. It's a mix of local designers and boutiques selling clothing, jewelry and accessories. Dior offers free makeup services for the evening. [Racked Inbox]