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Ah, the weekend. From art installations at designer galleries to all-day brunch, there's definitely some noteworthy happenings going on the next couple days. Fall is among us and we're set for an exciting two-day vacation while the weather is still tolerable. See our mini travel picks below.

See our other weekend guides here.

BERLIN: Mon Amour Book Launch at HVW8 

Artist Jean André introduces the third and final installment to his "Ladies Collection" with "Mon Amour." The 500-page book is filled to the brim with tasteful, hand-drawn nudes inspired by the beauty of women in pop culture and everyday life. In the words of the artist, “I make drawings of women for women. I don’t do this to turn boys on.” Learn more at HVW8 Gallery.

Linienstraße 161, corner Klein Hamburgerstraße

 

TAIPEI: Ne.Sense Shop Opening 

Taipei-based boutique Ne.Sense opens up one of the best looking spaces we've seen as of late. The contemporary build-out sprawls two stories and features a wide range of labels like Soulland, Chapter and Filling Pieces. Visit them online to learn more.

Jilong Road Section 2

PARIS: Foundation Louis Vuitton Exhibition 

To celebrate the opening of the Frank Gehry-designed "Louis Vuitton Foundation," luxury conglomerate LVMH commissioned a number of famed artists to install work focused around the building's architecture. See more on Highsnobiety and reserve a ticket.

8 Avenue du Mahatma Gandhi 

NEW YORK: Illesteva Flagship Store

Eyewear maker Illesteva open their first-ever retail location, strategically located in New York's SoHo shopping district. The travel-inspired space is home to the label's full collection of optical glasses, shades, bags and umbrellas. Pay them a visit if you're in the big apple or check them out online.

49 Prince Street

TOKYO: Monocle Shop and HQ

Monocle open up a brand new office and retail space in the Tomigaya area of Shibuya-ku, Tokyo. The small boutique hosts their in-house Monocle Voyage alongside Porter, Comme des Garçons, Mackintosh and more.

1-19-2 Tomigaya Shibuya-ku

NEW YORK: Santoni's New US Flagship

Luxury Italian shoemaker Santoni open up a US Flagship on New York's famous Madison Avenue. Envisioned by Spanish architect Patricia Urquiola, the almost-1,000 sq/ft space replicates the label's historic boutique in Milan. Shop some of the finest footwear for men and women here. Learn more online.

762 Madison Avenue

BERLIN: Das Brunch

Who doesn't love a good weekend brunch? Our friends in Bernlin put us onto "Das Brunch," an all-day breakfast pop-up at the historic (former) Karl-Marx-Allee Bookshop. If you're in Berlin, learn more about the event on Facebook.

NEW YORK: Madison Avenue Heritage Week 

In honor of The Museum at Fashion Institute of Technology, 16 stores along the world-renowned Madison Avenue are hosting in-store events and exhibitions to showcase their authentic history and heritage. Look for participating brands like Calvin Klein, Missoni, and many more.

Between 57th to 78th Streets, Madison Avenue 

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