Viva la Muerte, mixed media collage on paper. Emily C-D, 2009 ©

From 6-9 p.m. tonight, Shine Collective will celebrate its 7th birthday with wine, refreshments and discounts on new spring clothing, jewelry, accessories and housewares. The party will also include music by DJ Matt Kirby and new art by local Emily C-D. Emily’s series of collages, titled “Papeles por mis Ojos” are created from paper and other found materials she collected during a journey to Mexico City.

Since 2002, Shine Collective has brought cool things to Baltimore’s fashion scene. They’ve been voted Best New Boutique and Best Women’s Clothing Store by the City Paper, and Best Accessories by Baltimore Magazine. Amid Shine’s selection of high-end, celebrity designers, they make space for local artists and crafters as part of their Built in Baltimore series. So be there or be square. It’s sure to be a fashionably fun evening.

Shine Collective is located at 1007 W. 36th St. in Hampden.