On Thursday, October 30, amid a media storm and public outcry critical of bad behavior by NFL players, Washington-area professional athletes will step out as fashion models and step up as role models at the 6th Annual Walk This Way Charity Fashion Event. DC-based nonprofit organization Becky’s Fund, returns to the Italian Embassy (3000 Whitehaven St. NW) to host its highly anticipated annual fashion show, featuring global luxury clothing brand, GANT. Washington Redskins’ wide receiver Pierre Garçon and Washington Nationals’ pitcher Gio Gonzalez are just a few of the stars confirmed to hit the catwalk in support of this year’s event. Ticket sale proceeds will benefit Becky’s Fund’s “Men of Code” program — training high school athletes to become leaders in the movement to end violence against women. The show will also showcase cocktail and black-tie attire from notable designer, Karen Millen.
Moët Nectar Impérial Rosé and Belvedere will serve as the official spirits for the VIP and Players’ Lounge, adding an air of elegance to the always beautiful main atrium at the embassy.
Attendees will have the chance to rub elbows with the DMV’s favorite professional athletes, Grammy award winning performers, politicians and elected officials, business leaders and fashion influencers. Tickets for the high profile event start at $150 for general admission and $300 for VIPs, and will include specialty drinks, gourmet food and tasty desserts, as well access to the night’s buzz-worthy feature show.
For more information about Becky’s Fund and the Men of Character and Ownership, Dedicated to leading by Example, please visit www.beckysfund.org.
EVENT DETAILS:
Thursday, October 30, 2014
6:30 p.m.
Embassy of Italy
3000 Whitehaven St. NW
Washington, DC 20008
General Admission Tickets – $150
VIP Tickets – $300
Tables – $1,200 to $5,000
Sponsor Packages – $5,000 to $25,000
Event Chair – Michelle Schoenfeld of Renu Medical Spa
Fashion Group International of Greater Washington, DC, Inc.
presents
Spring/Summer 2015 Trend Presentation at THE ANGELIKA Pop Up At Union Market
Friday, November 14, 2014
*Doors Open at 5:30 PM
*FILM begins promptly at 6PM
All ticket holders will receive EXPEDITED ENTRY to
GILT CITY DC Warehouse Sale & John Varvatos Pop Up
Doors open for private shopping experience at 7 PM
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Join Fashion Fights Poverty and Karen Millen at Tysons Galleria for a special brunch and shopping event.
Saturday, November 15, 2014 10AM – 1PM.
10% of sales will be donated to Fashion Fights Poverty.
WHAT: Approach the holiday season with style and grace courtesy of härth Restaurant and Saks Fifth Avenue! Filled with plenty of good cheer, this day of pampering offers some of the finest holiday shopping and dining in Tysons Corner. Kicking off at Hilton McLean Tysons Corner, guests are treated to complimentary parking and an elegant champagne toast in the warm and inviting härth bar. After the festive bubbly, Hilton McLean will provide private shuttle service to Saks Fifth Avenue for a holiday-themed Master Make-up Class with Laura Mercier’s top, make-up artists. Artists will share tricks of the trade for perfecting the quintessential holiday look before presenting a special gift bag of Saks Fifth Avenue goodies and a $50 gift card towards any Saks Fifth Avenue purchase. Following the make-up class, each guest will have an hour of shopping at Saks Fifth Avenue before shuttling back to härth for a private, three course dinner. Highlighting Executive Chef Luc Dendievel’s hearty, seasonal fare, the prix-fixe menu will be served in the intimate private dining room surrounded by the restaurant’s signature, glass-encased fireplaces. This ultimate holiday shopping event concludes with one last surprise: a gift bag of delicious goodies from Chef Luc and his talented team!
WHEN: Saturday, December 13, 2014
2:00pm – 8:00pm
2:00pm: Arrive at Hilton McLean for complimentary parking and champagne toast
3:00pm: Take Hilton shuttle to Saks Fifth Avenue Tysons Galleria
3:15-4:45pm: Laura Mercier Holiday Master Make-up Class, presentation of Saks Fifth Avenue gift bags and gift certificate
4:45- 5:45pm: Holiday shopping
5:45pm: Take Hilton shuttle back to härth
6:00-8:00pm: Private dinner at härth, presentation of härth gift bags
WHERE: härth Restaurant
Hilton McLean Tysons Corner – Overnight accommodations can be secured for $89!
7920 Jones Branch Drive
McLean, VA 22102
COST: $100 ticket includes the following:
· Champagne toast
· Laura Mercier Master Make-up Class at Saks Fifth Avenue
· $50 Saks Fifth Avenue gift card
· Saks Fifth Avenue gift bag
· Three course dinner at härth
· härth gift bag
HOW: To purchase tickets, contact Tracy Thomas or Candice Tinner at (703) 761-5200 on weekdays between 8:00am and 5:00pm.
THE 63rd ANNUAL MISS DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA USA PAGEANTS
“GODDESS OF THE THROWN”
WHO: Miss District of Columbia USA and Miss District of Columbia Teen USA
WHAT: The 63rd Annual Miss District of Columbia USA pageants will showcase 39 of the most elegant, poised and professional women in the District of Columbia as they compete for the coveted titles of Miss DC USA & Miss DC Teen USA 2015. In commemoration of the beauty and strength of our Nation’s Capitol the pageant will be honoring several service men and women throughout the weekend. The Grecian Goddess theme pageant will also feature a special performance by a local artist during the final show on December 21st. Miss Teen USA 2010, Kamie Crawford and Chris Saltalmacchio, owner and operator of “Pageantry by Chris” will be returning hosts
WHEN: Preliminary Show Saturday, December 20th 6:30 p.m. (doors open at 6 PM)
Final Show & Crowning Sunday, December 21st 3:30 p.m. (doors open at 3 PM)
WHERE: The Renaissance Hotel, 999 9th Street NW, Washington D.C 20001
The 2015 Miss District of Columbia USA & Miss District of Columbia Teen USA titleholders will be available throughout the evening of December 21st for press interviews.
2015 Miss DC USA & Miss DC Teen USA Ticketing Information
December 20th and 21st
The Renaissance Hotel
Washington D.C
Preliminary Show: Saturday, December 20, 2014 General Admission $30
Final Show and Crowning: Sunday, December 21, 2014 General Admission $40
VIP: Diamond Circle Tickets: Two Day Event Passes $95
Tickets now available on Eventbrite!
Click the link: Eventbrite: 63rd Annual Miss District of Columbia Tickets
About Miss District of Columbia USA Pageant
Since 1952, the Miss District of Columbia USA & Miss District of Columbia Teen USA pageant has served as a platform for young women to pursue their goals and dreams with the support of educational scholarships and career development opportunities. Miss District of Columbia USA is a subsidiary of the Miss Universe, Miss USA and Miss Teen USA pageants, a joint venture of Donald J. Trump and NBC Universal. For more information visit www.missdcusa.com.
Simon Doonan
Monday, February 9 at 7:00 pm
In The Asylum: True Tales of Madness From a Life in Fashion—an unabashedly hilarious collection of autobiographical essays now out in paperback—Simon Doonan, creative ambassador for Barneys New York, gives us the inside scoop on the kooky, cut-throat—but always fabulous—fashion world.
Gilt City Warehouse Sale:
Date: Friday, June 12th and Saturday, June 13th
Location: Dock5 at Union Market (1309 5th Street NE)
Tickets are on sale now at: www.gilt.com/DCWHS
- Sip cocktails with your friends during this two-day shopping party, where you’ll find designer clothing and accessories from Gilt’s top brands for women, men, and kids, plus home décor and more – all at up to 80% off retail.
- Shop hundreds of the most coveted brands, including both up-and-coming designers and the most venerable fashion houses like Zac Posen, Helmut Lang, Missoni, Vera Wang, Oscar de la Renta, Badgley Mischka, Carolina Herrera and more. For the guys, think Tom Ford, Paul Smith, John Varvatos, and GANT, just to name a few.
- Enjoy complimentary drinks and snacks while you shop!
- Plus – we’re opening up our exclusive media session on Friday night to Gilt City members. A very limited number of tickets are available for this session, so be sure to snag one quickly!
- To attend, guests can purchase tickets for the following dates and times:
- Early Access media session (limited number of tickets available for Gilt City members): Friday, June 12, 7PM-9PM, $25
- Late Night Entrance: Friday, June 12, 9:30PM-11:30PM, $20
- Saturday, June 13, 9AM-11AM, $10
- Saturday, June 13, 11AM-1PM, $10
- Saturday, June 13, 1PM-3PM, $10
- Saturday, June 13, 3PM-5PM, $10
- Saturday, June 13, 5PM-7PM, $10
- Saturday, June 13, 7PM-9PM, $10