Once again, New Yorkers looking to shop it like it's haute can do so in hipster indie style this weekend at the Renegade Craft Fair in Brooklyn. More than 100 designers and crafty peeps from all over the country, including Fred Flare, Etsy, Day-Lab, Austin Craft Mafia, Johnny Cupcakes, Twigs and Heather, India*Romeo and so many more, will be selling their wares from 11am-6pm in Williamsburg's McCarren Park on Saturday and Sunday. This is a fab place to score one-of-a-kind finds, like those we feature on BussBuss, in person. Plus, it's always fun to get to meet the actual designers themselves. Those not lucky enough to be in NYC can still shop indie of course. Simply head to Haute Shops to see what's new and cool by more than 50 designers and indie boutiques. Sure beats looking like the mall-ified masses and deep down we know how much you love one-upping your friends in the coolness department. But be sweet and spread the lurve – everyone deserves a DailyBuss to perk up the day (please 'forward to a friend!').

If you're in NYC and want to get awesome items by independent and emerging designers at lovely discounted prices, while sipping free drinks and scoring goody bags (does it get much better?), then head on over to the Gen Art Shopping Spree tonight from 6-10pm at the Puck Building at Houston and Lafayette. Pick up fab finds by Laurel Denise, Rena Tom and 40+ designers. Score all the deets here. DJs, complimentary make-up applications and pampering treatments are the icing on the cake.

Then, continue the shopping and partying fun Thursday night from 6-9pm as Lucky Magazine and Kodak host a party at indie designer boutique EDGE*nyNOHO. Score 20% off all merch by 65+ designers, get shopping advice from Lucky editors, free cocktails, music and more. Nab all the deets on this event and RSVP here. Designers include the fab Dedemetal, Heidi O, Charm*NYC and more.

Not in NYC? Don't fret. You can always whip up your own cocktail at home – or work! – and shop many of these designers online. The three jewelry faves we're coveting at the moment?

Laurel Denise
Rena Tom
Dedemetal

Plus, you can always nab the best indie stuff (with amazing exclusive deals) right here at our very own Haute Shops. Cheers!

*Note: You must be 21 or older to attend the above events.

Happy holiday season hauties! Here in Manhattan, we've received our first snowfall, so we are now officially declaring this the beginning of the holiday season! And for those of you lucky enough to live in or near this fabulous city of ours, we invite you to come shop in person at the BussBuss Haute Holiday Shop in SoHo! Located at 489 Broome Street (between Wooster and West Broadway), the SoHo Holiday Shop is a wonderful way to get all of your holiday shopping done in one spot, without having to face the department store crowds and indifferent salespeople – plus, the SoHo Holiday Shop features all up and coming designers so you're sure to find something unique and special for everyone on your list – in every price range. BussBuss is presenting the hautest roundup of goodies, including aMENity shaving sets for Dad, bro and beau, Corner Office Beauty gift sets for the career woman we all love and admire, Margaret Nicole knit handbags, Aila Designs belts, Sew Pretty bags, Luka Designs jewelry, Meg Carter Designs jewelry, Kristen McCloud jewelry, avalove tees and tunics, Laurel Denise jewelry, BussBuss bags and accessories and Deesh clothing and accessories. Click here to read more about the BussBuss Haute Holiday Shop and how to get 10% off your purchases when you stop by (plus all shoppers will be entered to win a $100 holiday surprise gift bag)! Check out the dates and times we'll be there and come meet BussBuss in person – we love our readers and can't wait to see you in SoHo!

Not in Manhattan but still wanna shop these great designers? Head here and click on the haute buttons! Be sure to tell them BussBuss sent you!

What better way to tell someone you care than with a personalized necklace? These cool ones by rena tom let you say anything your lil heart desires, from "BFF" to "Seth loves Summer" to "Buzz Off." Great as a sweet holiday gift, you can score a custom tag necklace on chain or red cord for just $45 at renatom.com. Know where else you can check out all of rena tom's goodies in person, along with a slew of other goodies by cool designers? At the Mixed Greens Holiday Shopping soiree this Saturday. Don't miss it!

WHEN: Saturday, December 11th, 11am-6pm

WHERE: Mixed Greens, 601 West 26th Street, 11th Floor, NYC 10001

PRICE: FREE!

CONTACT: 212.331.8888 or info@mixedgreens.com

Click here to see all participants!

Click here to visit MixedGreens.com.

If you're in New York this weekend, you must come by the coolest soiree around, the Mixed Greens Holiday Shopping Event! A super cool art gallery, Mixed Greens specializes in hip, accessible and surprisingly affordable art. But in addition to browsing and scoring scrumptious wall candy, you can pick up tons of great gifts for lurved ones and yourself as a bevy of emerging designers, including BussBuss, will be showcasing their goods!

Score Kristen McCloud jewelry, Margaret Nicole clutches, Jenerations jewelry, aMENity shaving and grooming kits for men, Rena Tom brooches, Flatlinks cufflinks, Rissy Lyn frames and, for the first time in person, scope out the new DiscoPop bags, brooches and belts by BussBuss! CosmoGirl! magazine thought them so rock 'n' roll glamtastic they're featuring them in their March music issue!

Plus, munch on free yummies by Eleni's cookies, Chef Hilly's Kitchen and Chelsea Wine Vault AND enjoy one-day-only designer discounts of up to 30% off! And for our treasured BussBuss readers, just tell us you're a BussBuss subscriber and get an additional 10% off the new DiscoPop goodies. One day only, don't miss it!

WHEN: Saturday, December 11th, 11am-6pm

WHERE: Mixed Greens, 601 West 26th Street, 11th Floor, NYC 10001

PRICE: FREE!

CONTACT: 212.331.8888 or info@mixedgreens.com

Click here to see all participants!

Click here to visit MixedGreens.com.

If you're in New York, over 21 and a true shopaholic, head to the shopping event of the year, Shecky's! A veritable mixed salad of over 100 hot designers awaits you, as does a free open bar and fun beauty stations. Tickets are $45 at the door, but you'll have the chance to pick up holiday gifts for your best gals and, let's get real, yourself, for 20-50% off. What kinds of things can you score for a mouth-watering discount? Margaret Nicole cableknit clutches, Christine Hunt jewelry, Sew Pretty bags, dedemetal jewels, Rissy Lyn custom frames, jenerations jewels, Curliegirl hats and scarves, Sistahs Harlem New York clothing, plus a ton of other goodies!

When: Tonight! October 27, from 4:30-1030pm Where: The Show Piers at 50th & the Hudson River Visit: girlsnightout.sheckys.com/fall2004

Indulge in a refreshingly eclectic flavor this weekend, Blackberry Plum. The deep purple hues and fuchsia accents make for a flavorful treat for both the mouth and the eye. Kind of like our Couture a la Mode fashion party here in Motown next Saturday, April 24th (nice plug, right?). The word needs to get out though as it, too, will be full of flavor and sass. Enjoy these delectable ingredients! And next weekend enjoy them in person here!

Ingredients:

Nour Shafi Shades in Cherry Rum at ravinstyle.com $109

Christina Caruso Acrylic Earrings $60

Ben Sherman Hendrix Twill Jacket in Wild Rose $89

Ben Sherman The Stones Raw Edge Tee in Dusky Rose $39

Diesel Denim Skirt at yoox.com $51

BussBuss Maroon Graffiti Handbag $132

Madeline Kegan Heels $49.95

Sure, craft fair. I can hear you scoffing now. But let me clarify. First of all, craft does not equal crap. I know craft fair conjures up images of grannies selling their tired, less-than-original old people stuff. But times, they are a changin'. For those who don't know, there's been this whole underground DIY movement of (gasp!) young people. Lots of twentysomething chicks making awesome accessories, bags, clothes, journals and more. The great part is that it means you can get one-of-a-kind finds, boosting your originality and style points. Like with vintage, you're not gonna show up somewhere with a bag or dress someone else is already wearing. Whew!

Here's a sampling of the vendors that will be tearing it up in Chicago's Wicker Park this Saturday, September 20th. If you can't make it in person, you can check out their great sites and buy online. Remember, the holidays are only a few months away, so start ordering now!

Your very own BussBuss.com!

Gerbera Designs

Happy Lucky Me

Ex Libris Anonymous

Lekkner

Sublime Stitching

The Walrus and the Carpenter

GlamourPuss Shop

For more info on the Renegade Craft Fair and the 75+ vendors that will be selling, visit www.renegadecraft.com.

*Please Note: The DailyBuss will be on hiatus until after the fair. Have a great week!*

This show epitomizes what BussBuss is all about – twentysomethings taking control of their lives and showing off their genius any way they can – no need to wait to be discovered. Oh no, no, rather hello world here I come, whether you're ready for me or not. What am I talking about? The latest greatest thing to hit the Web in…nanoseconds! Online art shows. Curated by Zhouvie Leclerq (is that a real person or is it not – that's just part of the mystery), the theme of the show is HOT. Artists include Paige Davidson, Ian Pedigo, Bari Ziperstein, Tatjana Sofkoska, Derrick Snyder, Barry Stone, Erika Buentello and Elaine Bradford. You can share your thoughts and have some e-wine and cheese, all for free, on the message boards. Or add screen name "Zhouvie" to your AIM Buddy List and chat all day long about these HOT artists.