October 6, 2008
Buttoned Up
Le Bouton Handmade Clothing
Some questions are more complicated than others.
Why is the sky blue? Why are there clouds? Why do I have to wear hot pink clothes with heart patches?
Designer Lisa Dorr has the answer: Le Bouton, a small-production line of classic, understated styles for little (and big) ladies.
Beautiful fabrics and expert tailoring make each piece special. The Mexican-inspired Tradition dress conjures exotic travels. Pleated cotton tops and pull-on pants are meant to be lived in. Dress the elegant wool Outdoor Theatre Jacket up or down.
Patience is required since each garment is hand-sewn to order. But it’s worth the wait.
Plain and simple.
Available online at leboutoncatalog.blogspot.com.
VOTE
Declare Yourself
What: Make sure you, your high schoolers, and co-eds are registered to vote.
Why: Lead by example.
When: By Oct. 20.
Where: Online at declareyourself.com.
TRADE
Eden’s Green Closet
What: Swap gently used kiddie clothing and gear for recycled or new conscientious finds.
Why: Early vintage.
When: Mon., Wed.-Fri., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., noon-6 p.m. Buying by appointment only.
Where: 1423 Abbot Kinney Blvd., b/t Milwood & California Aves., Venice (310-450-2345). 
WRITE
Sunday Afternoons for Kids: Shape-Shifters
What: Pen your own supernatural character stories under the guidance of novelist Salvador Plascencia.
Why: Change is good.
When: Sun., noon.
Where: Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., at Westwood Blvd., Westwood (310-443-7000).
