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Black Tie

    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • July 8, 2018
Samantha's Friends get together for brunch

The annual Southeastern Guide Dogs fundraiser was hosted July 8 at Lakewood Ranch Golf & Country Club.

  • Black Tie
Karlenn Peluso in the Billabong Black Magic skirt and True Blue Vibes Seas the Day tank at T.Georgiano’s Boutique.
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • July 4, 2018
Fashion Insider: Denim Miniskirts

Here's how to bring back miniskirts in the sophisticated way.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • June 28, 2018
Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix Festival celebrates start of the weekend

The Kickoff Party was hosted June 28 at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • June 27, 2018
The Junior League of Sarasota enjoys the summer sunset

JLS hosted a summer meet and greet June 26 at Siesta Key Beach.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • June 27, 2018
Fashion Insider: Hats with "hat-itude"

Let your hat do all the talking with these summer finds.

  • Black Tie
Mara Huard started working with fashion and design when she was 13.
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • June 20, 2018
Local fashion designer creates one-of-a-kind clothing

Mara Huard, owner and designer at Aerial Clothing SRQ, shares her love for bold prints, bright colors and free-flowing designs.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • June 17, 2018
Florida's leaders come together for annual meeting

Leadership Florida's Annual Meeting hosted a dinner June 16 at the Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
Photo by Cliff Roles.
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • June 13, 2018
Inside her bag: Saks Fifth Avenue hosts beauty shopping experience

The Beauty Symposium was held June 9 in the Saks Fifth Avenue Atrium.

  • Black Tie
President and CEO Elizabeth Melendez-Fisher with host Elizabeth Moore
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • June 10, 2018
Selah Freedom thanks top donors

An Evening of Gratitude was hosted June 10 at Elizabeth Moore's home.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • June 10, 2018
Denis V. Cooper Foundation serves drinks and dishes for veterans

Red, White & Brew was held June 9 at Gold Coast Eagle Distributing.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • June 5, 2018
Guests sing Disney tunes for All Faiths Food Bank

The Adult Disney Karaoke Fundraiser was hosted June 5 at Escape Reality Sarasota.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • June 1, 2018
The Realtor Association of Sarasota and Manatee host casino night

The Black & White Casino Night was held June 1 at the Art Ovation Hotel.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • June 1, 2018
Take Stock in Children celebrates high school graduates

The Celebration of Hope was hosted May 31 at The Francis.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • May 22, 2018
Students show film festival for their families

A 4th grade class at Southside Elementary hosted the 2nd annual Film Fest.

  • Black Tie
Ryoko Sadoshima, Danielle Brown, Sara Rachon, Ellen Overstreet, Kate Hone and Victoria French. Photo by Lauren Meyer.
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • May 21, 2018
Socialites enjoy a week of celebrations

This week honored a baby on the way, a royal wedding, and of course, the end of Black Tie season.

  • Black Tie
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