You have about a month before the universe will conspire to make you feel weird about buying anything that isn't a gift for someone else. Just sayin'. Here's what's happening in the wonderful world of local retail commerce this week—with bonus material that didn't make print, as usual:

• Downtown's Solestruck Showroom has been open for three years, and to celebrate the party people behind the operation are throwing a "Birthdaween" costume party! Best looks win prizes including shoe money, and none shall enter without costume! w/Princess Dimebag; Church, 2600 NE Sandy, Thurs Oct 30, 8 pm

• It's not just hometown pride: Michelle Lesniak's collection for FashioNXT has put me on Team Michelle for all things. That includes the new season of Project Runway All Stars, in which she returns to the reality TV franchise. Show her some support and come out to the weekly viewing she's hosting, where she'll award raffle prizes and share off-screen anecdotes! Back Stage Bar, 3702 SE Hawthorne, Thurs Oct 30 (and each Thurs thereafter on Lifetime), doors at 8 pm

• Xtabay is celebrating Halloween by taking 25 percent off all vintage clothing, shoes and accessories (shave off an additional five percent if you shop in costume), as well as passing out treats like champagne and Halloween cookies. Xtabay, 2515 SE Clinton, Fri Oct 31

• Animal Traffic, which has been increasingly dipping its toes outside its vintage roots to pick up brands that emphasize sturdy construction and longevity in wear, is opening the Annex, dedicated to footwear for men and women. In keeping with their rustic-leaning tastes, the shop will feature exclusives from Red Wing Heritage and the West Coast debut of Woolrich footwear. The Annex, 4018 N Mississippi, opens Sat Nov 1, grand opening Fri Nov 7, 6 pm

• Another brand that blossomed out of a vintage-heavy model, Palace is moving into a larger space, in which owner Charlotte O. Wenzel tells me she plans to further diversify Palace's offerings. Look for more home goods from off-the-beaten-path sources (with special attention to rugs), more apothecary, and even food items. Stop in to this weekend's grand opening for a first look, with "Sweedeedee Mexican wedding cookies, peach bellinis, and Tecate," as well as a live performance by White Glove. The party also features the release of a custom tote bag by Phoebe Wahl. Palace, 2205 E Burnside, opens Sat Nov 1

• The name of MadeHere PDX pretty much says it all. The new 3,000 sf retail space "epitomizes the strong values Portland holds in regards to supporting and buying local... MadeHere PDX features an unparalleled selection of products ranging from edible delights to bikes, surfboards, fine art, furniture, and beyond." MadeHere PDX, 40 NW 10th, opens Sat Nov 1, grand opening Thurs Nov 6

• Cargo has successfully settled into its new digs on the Eastside, and all that's left is a proper party to warm up the revamped, larger space! Come raise a glass to one of the city's best long-running examples of independent retail success! Cargo, 81 SE Yamhill, Sun Nov 2, 4-8 pm