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Black Tie

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  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 16, 2018
Sponsors celebrate the upcoming Asolo Gala

The pre-party gala was held on Jan. 16 at the Dimmitt Automotive Group.

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Hermitage Artist Retreat Executive Director Bruce Rodgers, Chairwoman Debbi Benedict and Bill T. Jones, speaker
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 16, 2018
Muse Luncheon returns for its second year

The Hermitage Art Retreat's Muse Luncheon was held Jan. 16 at Michael's On East.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 15, 2018
Patrons gather in anticipation of the Opera Gala

Sponsorship party was held on Jan. 15 for supporters of the Opera Gala

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 15, 2018
Friends of the Sarasota Ballet host first Showcase Luncheon of 2018

Former prima ballerina Margaret Barbieri, assistant director of The Sarasota Ballet, shared her experience staging productions.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 13, 2018
SMHF starts 2018 on a high note with successful Hospital Gala

The inaugural Hospital Gala raised more than $800,000 on Jan. 13 at The Ritz-Carlton, Sarasota.

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Graci McGillicuddy, Ernie Kretzmer and Dorathea Sandland
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 8, 2018
New center opening honors lead donor

The Kretzmer Center held its opening night on Jan. 8 at Aviva - A Campus for Senior Life.

  • Black Tie
The Kebero New York top will be available at Clever Rose, $255.
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 5, 2018
Local fashions go bold

Here’s how to make a fashion statement in 2018.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 5, 2018
A warm welcome

From chilly North Dakota to sunny Sarasota, I'm here to stay.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Kayleigh Omang
  • January 4, 2018
Standing ovation rounds out Perlman Winter Residency

The Celebration Concert was held on Jan. 4 at the Sarasota Opera House.

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Guests take to the dance floor at Asolo Rep Gala 2017. Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 3, 2018
Events to Attend in 2018

Here are our picks for the most anticipated events of the season.

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I love you all, but the highlight of this job was definitely meeting Aly Raisman. Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 3, 2018
Black Tie & Tales 01.04.18

A final farewell from a very grateful black tie reporter-turned A&E managing editor.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Cliff Roles
  • January 1, 2018
Selby's Lights in Bloom ends with New Year's Eve gala

The annual New Year's Eve at Selby Gardens was held Dec. 31 at Michael's on the Bay at Selby Gardens.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 27, 2017
2017: Best of Black Tie

Let's take a look back at our favorite moments from the 2017 event season.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 19, 2017
Selby patrons get first look at Lights in Bloom

The Chairman’s Preview was held on Dec. 19 at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens.

  • Black Tie
Ashley Dooley hosted a cookie exchange for her closest friends on Dec. 15 at her home. Courtesy photo
    By
  • Black Tie Staff
  • December 18, 2017
Black Tie & Tales 12.21.17

From sweet celebrations to an unforgettable gala performance, here's what happened on the social scene last week.

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