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Black Tie

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  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 8, 2017
Artists travel from Italy to open the 2017 Basch Glass Exhibition

The exhibit opened with a private reception at The Richard and Barbara Basch Gallery on Jan. 7.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 7, 2017
Born to be Wild Party kicks off Thunder by the Bay

The annual event was held for the first time at Fête Ballroom on Jan. 6.

  • Black Tie
Co-Chairwomen Edie Chaifetz and Audrey Robbins
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 5, 2017
Perlman Music Program Sarasota Winter Residency goes out with a bang

The PMP Sarasota Residency ended with “Event Under the Tent” on Jan. 5.

  • Black Tie
Linda Lipson and Ellen Echales
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 4, 2017
Jewish Federation of Sarasota - Manatee welcomes newcomers

JFSM held the reception at The Francis on Jan. 4.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 4, 2017
2016: Best of Black Tie

Let's take a look back at our favorite moments from the 2016 event season.

  • Black Tie
Gia Ventola says her "My One and Only Diamond" pewter flip flops are the perfect way to dress down an ensemble for daytime events. Photo by Niki Kottmann
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 4, 2017
New year, New Trends: 2017 brings fresh must-have fashion pieces

Here’s what you need to add to your wardrobe this year.

  • Black Tie
The 15th Annual Van Wezel Foundation Gala featuring Josh Groban was held on Sunday, Feb. 28 at Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall. Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 4, 2017
Events to Attend in 2017

Here’s a look at our picks for the most anticipated events of the season.

  • Black Tie
Kelly Oatsvall and Brad Good
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • January 2, 2017
Selby Gardens hosts sparkling New Year's Eve soirée

The annual black tie affair featured dancing, performances and a four-course meal.

  • Black Tie
The Goodwill Ambassador Holiday Party and Concert was held at the Music Compound on Dec. 6. Photo courtesy of Veronica Brandon Miller
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 21, 2016
Black Tie & Tales 12.22.16

From international holiday soirées to hungry whiskey drinkers, here's what's been happening on the social scene.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 17, 2016
Debutante Ball honors young women of Sarasota and Manatee counties

The ball marks the end of the year-long debutante program.

  • Black Tie
Ashley Kozel and Donna Koffman shine at the Asolo Rep’s ‘Cabaret at the Tropicana’ Gala After Party at Louies Modern on March 5, 2016. Photo by Cliff Roles
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 16, 2016
Fa La La Fashion: Sarasota's most stylish scenesters give festive fashion advice

‘Tis the season for festive fashion — but nothing that blinks, please.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 16, 2016
Men sip and shop to raise money for Child Protection Center

CPC supporters flocked to the Edson Keith Mansion on Dec. 15.

  • Black Tie
Ann Logan and Ann Wurlitzer
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 15, 2016
Lights in Bloom brings holiday cheer to Selby

Selby Chairman’s Circle members got the first look at the gardens’ light display Dec. 15.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 15, 2016
Designing Daughters presents 15 philanthropic organizations with grants

The annual grant ceremony awarded over $60,000 to local philanthropies.

  • Black Tie
    By
  • Niki Kottmann
  • December 14, 2016
Embracing Our Differences supporters gain insight from program participant

The philanthropy held its annual luncheon at Michael’s On East on Dec. 14.

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