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Congrats Miss Lori!
She’s almost a mommy! We celebrated her pregnancy and her son, Jackson, at a baby shower this weekend. Isn’t she so beautiful?!
The shower was filled with ‘aws’ and ‘ohs’ per usual, but the woman behind the shower had a few ideas I found interesting enough to pass along. In addition to the silly games (measuring mommy’s tummy, guessing baby food,) there was also a random question read aloud throughout the night…i.e.: “What 1 quality do you hope your son has?” “What are you most nervous about giving birth?” And so on… All the girls in attendance also signed a beautiful ceramic-lined mirror with an adjective to describe the mommy-to-be. Then, when the future mom opened that person’s gift, they read aloud the word and explained why they wrote it and how they believe it will help her be a great mom. Cute idea!
And congrats Lori!
Best Friend’s Bachelorette Party
Bachelorette party time! My best friend, Kendall Mitchell, is getting married to the love of her life, Billy. As Maid of Honor, I had to throw a killer bach party… And with the help of the other bridesmaids, I think it was a huge success!
We kicked off the weekend in Nashville with a Burlesque Lesson at Delinquent Debutantes… I highly recommend this for any party, especially a bachelorette party! It was really affordable and SO much fun!
After that, we had a laid-back pool party and a few snacks with sangria at a friend’s rooftop pool in downtown Nashville. A little relaxing before the big night out! A few other bridesmaids threw our bride-to-be a shower that night, which was a blast! Then, we rented a bus and took Nashville by storm, in wigs, of course! Congrats Kinks!
Los Angeles!
This post is long overdue… For my birthday and to celebrate another friends birthday, we decided to venture out west to LA! It was my sixth trip to the city of angels, but I still managed to do things I’ve never done before!
We stayed at the Grafton on Sunset, a gorgeous hotel (with surprisingly affordable prices)! We hiked up to the Hollywood sign, had drinks at Chateau Marmont, fun at Saddle Ranch, spent time in Malibu, walked the Hollywood Hills and Beverly Hills, and of course enjoyed a bit of Cali’s best night life spots! We even spotted a few celebs: Eva Longoria, Dane Cook, “Sloane” (Emmanuelle Chriqui) and “E” (Kevin Connolly) from Entourage, and “Mrs. Taylor” (Connie Britton) from “Friday Night Lights!”
The main reason for our trip was a friends birthday party! It was a hippie/70′s themed party, so we donned our best long hair and flowy dresses and headed out to the Hollywood Hills. The “Spazmatics,” an amazing cover band, played all night. What a blast! Hope to visit Cali again soon!
Below are a few of my favorite pictures!
L.A.: Here I Come!
I’m going, going, back to back to Cali, Cali! Going to Los Angeles for a mini-vacay! A birthday party in Beverly Hills is the real reason, but why not make a little trip out of it? Will post pics when I return!
Decisions, Decisions
In preparation for my Los Angeles trip, I went shopping! Not for bathing suits…for hippie costumes! I’ll be attending a birthday party in California next week, and the theme is the 70′s!
I found an awesome local costume shop that rents authentic 70′s garb. Problem is, I found several I like! Need help deciding…Option #1:
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Option #3:
Only 1 Week Left!
Hurry! Get your tickets to Tails & Ales! A great event benefitting the Lexington Humane Society, that allows you to drink & help puppes and kitties! Win…win…
Tails & Ales Right Around The Corner – Order Your Tickets Now!
Sponsored by: Hilton Lexington/Downtown
Radio Partner: Z Rock 103.3
The 4th Annual Tails & Ales beer tasting, sponsored by Hilton Lexington/Downtown, is right around the corner and tickets are NOW ON SALE!
On Friday, February 25, 2011 from 7-10 pm, join us at our new venue, Hilton Lexington/Downtown, and enjoy samplings of nearly 35 different beers, wines from a Napa Valley vineyard, delicious hors d’oeuvres, and live music by Kenny Owens!
Tickets are $55 and limited, so order your tickets online now! If you are purchasing more than one ticket please include the names of your guests (if applicable) in the “Special Instructions” box on the payment screen – this is needed for accurate check-in. **Must be 21 to attend**
RESERVED TABLES – LIMITED AVAILABILITY
This year we are offering a limited number of reserved tables at Tails & Ales. ONLY 6 TABLES REMAIN for $850 each on a first-come first-serve basis. If you are wanting to have a reserved spot to crash your feet and enjoy all the great beer and hors d’ oeuvres during the fundraiser, this is a great option. These ten tables are available for purchase in advance by contacting Alisa Oerther at aoerther@lexingtonhumanesociety.org This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
In order to go a little more green, we will not be printing or mailing physical tickets. You will receive an email confirmation that your purchase processed and you and/or your guests will check in by last name the night of the event.
CHECK OUT PICS FROM LAST YEAR’S TAILS & ALES!
For questions please call Alisa Oerther at 233-0044 x 231 or email aoerther@lexingtonhumanesociety.org This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Congrats to Doug & Caroline!
The happy couple, Doug and Caroline…
While I couldn’t attend the wedding in Nashville, I was able to go to the rehearsal dinner and the festivities in downtown Nashville after. A fantastic time, thank you to Mr. & Mrs. Parker for letting us be a part of your special day! We love you!
Fashion For Paws Is Throwing A $500,000 Party Full Of Models! And You’re Invited…
Nice article from Revamp.com on the impending Fashion for Paws bash! Can’t wait for the big event! Get your tickets ASAP, they will sell out! Buy your ticket HERE.
Thanks to Revamp for the publicity!
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NORTHWEST — Washington’s most fashionable fundraisers packed the walls of K Street darling Teatro Goldoni on Thursday night, for the kick-off reception celebrating the start of the 2011 Fashion For Paws fundraising campaign.
The city’s top-ranked ‘Fashion & Beauty Event’ of 2010 according to BizBash, Fashion for Paws is a high-end fundraising program for the Washington Humane Society (WHS) that pairs cutting-edge fashion events with an amazing group of actors, athletes, musicians, politicians, and, of course, animal lovers throughout the year, culminating in a blowout runway show held each spring.
The 2011 runway show will take place on April 9th at the National Building Museum and will feature more than 65 individual models sporting the latest fashions from Tysons Galleria, including pieces from Saks Fifth Avenue, Betsey Johnson, Seven for All Mankind, Ermenegildo Zegna, and Nicole Miller.
In order to walk the runway at this year’s show, however, each model will have to raise a minimum of $3,000. And over the next 8 weeks, close to 100 Washingtonians will face-off in a friendly competition to see who can raise the most amount of money, in support of the area’s furriest, four-legged friends.
Last night’s party served as the official start of this year’s fundraising campaign and brought out a crowd of models, supporters, sponsors, and media personalities.
94.7 Fresh FM radio host & Executive Committee Co-Chair Tommy McFLY served as the master of ceremonies and, after welcoming everyone to the party, promptly introduced Fashion for Paws Executive Director Tara de Nicolas, Washington Humane Society President & CEO Lisa LaFontaine, 2011 runway show Co-Chair Amanda Polk, Executive Committee Co-Chair Wendy Gordon, Committee Fundraising Chair Windy Shepard, Tysons Galleria General Manager Rich Dinning, and Syzygy Event Productions head Julie Shanklin, the show’s biggest sponsor, who each spoke as to the enormous impact of the Fashion for Paws program.
Guests were free to enjoy a sea of complimentary bottles of vitaminwater zero, one of the runway show’s major sponsors, while SVEDKA vodka mixed-up batches of specialty drinks made especially for the occasion, with names like the “Pineapple Pug”, “Bubbly Bulldog”, “Cherry Chihuahua”, and “Cranberry Cocker Spaniel”.
A table full of sweet treats courtesy of the Georgetown Cupcake chain was also made available (and swiftly ravished by hungry two-legged animals). The storied cupcakery has generously agreed to stock a new line of Fashion for Paws-inspired cupcakes, in all of its locations from now through April 9th, with 100% of the proceeds benefiting the WHS.
To say that Fashion for Paws has a famed following would be an understatement. Among the models and supporters at Thursday evening’s reception were: Andrea Montone-Rinaldi and husband Dr. Peter Rinaldi, District nightclub’s Glenda Fu, Todd Flournoy and Allison Prescott, 8112 Studios’ Nicholas Cambata & Douglas Sonders, The Aba Agency’s Aba Kwawu and Micky Farivar, ICRW’s Lindsay Kin, philanthropist Lawrence O’neal, Microsoft’s Dr. Mark Drapeau, Federal Realty’s Vanessa Lopez-Isa, Quinn Gillespie & Associates’ Christopher S. Brown, W Washington D.C.’s Kaitlyn Ferrara, one80 salon’s Shannon Marie Cusello, MyDC Style’s April Jones Firoozabadi, PCAOB’s Nina Snow, RepEquity’s Tiffany Carter, Toka Salon & Spa’s Nuri Yurt & Teresa Beeman, Aesthetic Dental Spa’s Dr. Alex Naini, Luke’s Wings’ Kristen Murdock & Rachael Glaws, WTOP ‘Man About Town’ Bob Madigan, artist Don Patron, epgPR’s Erika Paola Gutierrez, A.B.E. Networks’ Michelle Goldstein Benaim, Tribal Fusion’s Stefanie Snider, PR maven Jill Collins, Garrison & Sisson’s Matt Schwartz, Evolution Look’s Paul Wharton, media guru Brendan Kownacki, beloved photographer Moshe Zusman, NTCA’s Jessica James Golden, O’Neill Studios’ Maggie O’Neill, and Washington Life’s John Arundel (many of the F4P models were simultaneously celebrating their election to the magazine’s recently announced “Young and the Guest List” for 2011).
Fashion for Paws was founded in 2007 and has since raised more than $1 million for the Washington Humane Society. As impressive as that may sound, this year’s campaign alone is expected to raise close to $500,000 and only continues to draw even larger crowds. Indeed, less than 24 hours after last night’s launch party, the program has already raised more than 10% of its annual goal!
As in past years, the 2011 runway show is guaranteed to sell-out. Grab your tickets today to get in on all of the furry fashionable fun!
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To learn more about Fashion for Paws or to make a donation, please visit the organization’s website.
