Woolrich wants you to stop thinking of them solely as a resource for cold weather woolens: The brand is launching its spring/summer line of shoes, which include summer hiking kicks, canvas slides, and even clog heels—plus they created an apparel/surf line in collaboration with Almond Surfboards called Wax + Wool. So there. For further proof, they’re having a party, replete with food and giveaways (including a two-day trip in a camper van!). The Annex, 4018 N Mississippi, Thurs April 30, 5-10 pm

• New York’s Parke & Ronen menswear brand is paying a visit with their summer 2015 collection. Designers Parke Lutter and Ronen Jehezkel will be on hand as you peruse. UnderU4Men, 800 SW Washington, Fri May 1, 7-9 pm

Beach Bones jewelry has chosen a lively night on E Burnside to debut the spring/summer collection, which focuses on hand-picked stones. In addition to the cluster of stores staying open late, a series of platforms in the breezeway will be used by models to display new designs and merchandise from Haunt, Holly Stalder, Kate Towers, BOET, Liza Rietz, and 6/7, with shoes from Fortress of Inca. Beach Bones launch at Seven Sisters, 811 E Burnside, #112, Fri May 1, 6-9 pm; Spring Fashion Presentation in the breezeway, 811 E Burnside, 7-8 pm

Union Rose's monthly First Friday is in effect on the other side of Mt Tabor, too. The Montavilla shop is featuring Appetite Bags and Wonderlust Jewelry at 15 percent off. Union Rose, 7909 SE Stark, Fri May 1, 6-9 pm

Wonderlust Sonata Cuff
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  • Wonderlust Sonata Cuff

• Portland's newest salon claims to be its "first authentic Hollywood salon," but let's try to hold that claim against Oregon native Jessica Rice. Rice worked under "renowned Hollywood hairstylist Chaz Dean" for three years, and plans to import his techniques and "exclusive WEN Sixthirteen Daily Cleansing Treatment" here via Empiric, which celebrates its grand opening this week with—of course—a red carpet. Empiric grand opening, 1510 SE 44th, Fri May 1, 6-8:30 pm

• Another busy weekend at Mercantile: On Friday, celebrate May Day with 20 percent off any floral print item—and receive a "traditional May Day bouquet" with your purchase. Then Saturday through Tuesday it's the Cinco De Mayo Fiesta, with quesadillas, margaritas, and Coronitas on hand for shoppers, as well as a drawing (out of a sombrero) for money towards your purchase. Mercantile, 729 SW Alder, May Day Fri May 1; Fiesta Sat May 2-Tues May 5

• No discussion of Italian contributions to fashion is complete without addressing the importance of craftsmanship. That’s why the Portland Art Museum’s programming in conjunction with the Italian Style: Fashion Since 1945 exhibit includes a showcase of some of Portland’s own design talent, demonstrating and discussing their own techniques live in the gallery space every Saturday. This week, the guest is Nike design. Portland Art Museum’s Object Stories gallery, 1219 SW Park, Sat May 2, 1-5 pm, included with $20 museum admission

• Golden is getting in on the trunk show game this weekend, too, with Emily Jane jewelry holding court and featuring "tons of labradorite, green amethyst, and sterling silver along with spectacularly sparkling Swarovski® crystals!" Golden, 1623 NE 15th, Sat May 2, 1-5 pm