The Parasol Party Wrap-Up

Tonight, Melissa and I headed East to the Clise Mansion in Redmond to attend the Parasol Party put together by Courtney Russell of Half Past Lavish Events.

The Clise Mansion is tucked away in Marymoore Park, perfectly hidden by lush, bright kelly green trees. The grounds are very well manicured which only enhanced the parties setting. I can see why people get married there!

When we walked in, we were greated by several vendors selling jewelry, candles, adorable aprons, Lush soaps, handbags, cupcake decor and more. There was a table setup with candy and cupcakes - a delicious candy bar, anyone with a sweet tooth's mecca. (Um, yeah, that would be me!)

We headed outside to the bar and tried a pink champagne cocktail and loved EVERY second of it! Mingling ensued and pictures were taken... Women were getting manicures by Julep, foot rubs, massages and more. There were a lot of great things to do!

At around 8:30pm an announcement was made by Courtney for us all to head outside for the show. We all meandered to the back yard to grab our spots for the fashion show. After she gave away all of the door prizes (which I totally did not sign up for - whoops!) the fashion show began.

The first 3 models came out to a lovely French song in very adorable girly aprons made by Party Girl Aprons and the girls were carrying cupcakes decorated by Bella Cupcake Couture. It was hard not to buy one of those aprons at the end of the night - they really are cool!

Next, the Marie Antoinette inspired fashion show began - the girls were wearing clothing from Deco Modiste and carrying parasols by Bella Umbrella. The clothing was really fun and colorful!

It was a very enjoyable show and I'm glad I was able to attend. Thank you Courtney!

Check out my photos so you too can experience the evening.

Win Free Tickets!

Haven't bought your tickets for the Parasol Party yet? Well, here's your chance to win a free pair for this Half Past Lavish produced "girl's night out!" Go to www.halfpastlavish.com/ParasolParty to check out the details and then leave a comment here with which sponsor you would be most excited to see and you just might win a pair of tickets to the event. All comments must be posted by Tuesday at midnight (pacific time).

The winner will be announced Wednesday morning.

Winner will be added to the Parasol Party guest list.

The Parasol Party is on Thursday 6/11 from 7pm - 9pm at the Clise Mansion in Marymoor Park in Redmond, WA.

Project Red Dress 2009

I am thrilled to announce that tickets for the Second Annual Project Red Dress event are now on sale for the February 13th, 2009 event held at The Fairmount Olympic Hotel. Regional Director, Monir Zandghoreishi's annual event is again partnering with FGI Seattle to offer FGI Seattle Scholarships to winning students in this design competition. Some proceeds of the event will also be donated to our charity partner, American Heart Association's Go Red Campaign.

To purchase tickets, sign up to volunteer (send an email from the Contact page), or to get more details on this year's event, please go to projectreddress.com.

Please note, only 100 VIP seats for the event are available and tickets are already going fast!

Project Red Dress would like to thank our sponsors - Seatle Metropolitan Magazine, The Fairmount Olympic Hotel, Macy's, Pacific Fabrics and Crafts, Half Past Lavish Event Production, Renton Sewing Company, and IADT Seattle.

Something fun for a Wednesday & a Thursday Night...

I don't know about you but I tend to plan out my weeks in advance as much as possible. My little cell phone serves as my planner - THANK GOD! I'm one of those people who if I didn't write it down I would double book myself and forget where I was supposed to be every second of every day (imagine chicken with it's head cut off)... Thank God for my cell phone!

So, according to my calendar there are 2 events this week that are a must attend.

First we have the CRAVE Summer Spa Party on Wednesday at Shilshole from 6-10:30pm. (Honestly, if you need details after that title...)

Here ya go: A $35 ticket gets you: Salmon bbq, S'mores and a fab goody bag ~ Complimentary beverages by MGD 64 ~ Enjoy a breathtaking sunset over Shilshole Bay ~ How about some retail therapy, provided by local boutiques and designers?! ~ The Firefighters are coming! (Firemen!! I am sooo there!). Go here to buy tickets for this event.

The second event is the Eastside Summer Industry Mixer!

Some fabulous pals of mine are having a mixer on the Eastside for those in the design and fashion industries, it sounds like a fun event to attend! I'll definitely be stopping by with a few friends.

Make sure to bring your business cards!


Here are the details:
Eastside Summer Industry Mixer
Thursday Night, August 14, 2008
Wine Tasting, BBQ Cooking Class + Music & Networking
6pm-10pm at the Senoj Estates
Entry: 21+ID , $5 door cover. Includes free wine tasting and networking.

This is the networking event for Eastside movers and shakers in the entertainment/beauty/fashion/media/event/design industries. Come enjoy a glass of wine, catered snacks, and the opportunity to network with other Eastside Industry professionals. Go here for more details!

See you there - make sure to say "hello" if you see me! ;)

Urban Fashion Network is turning 1!

It's so exciting yet also so stressful to plan a party... Will people come? Will it be fun? The answers to that have to be yes!! They just have to be. Thankfully everything seems to be falling into place very nicely - I'm still way stressed though!!! If you see me, hug me, I need it!! ;)

Ok, so here are the details:
Location: Karma Lounge & Bistro ~ 2318 2nd Ave, Seattle
When: Friday, August 22, 6:00 - 10pm

We all need an excuse to party so why not help us celebrate our birthday with a bash. We survived the first year and it's because of all of you!

Come to Karma in Belltown for drinking, dancing, and dessert - our favorite 3 Ds! We'll have DJ Darnell Sue spinning tunes, a pink signature drink, happy hour pricing all night, gift bags for the first 50 people, an amazing raffle and some of the coolest people in town!

Tickets are $20 at the door (cash only) which includes two drink tickets and dessert! You can also buy tickets online at Brown Paper Tickets.

Several local designers and businesses have donated items for a raffle. A portion of the proceeds will go to the Seattle Goodwill. Raffle tickets will be $1 (cash only) and it will begin at 8pm.

Our featured sponsors are:
Half Past Lavish
Bouncing Wall
DJ Darnell Sue
Girl Power Hour
Clutch
Goodwill & the Goodwill Glitter Gala

Our sponsors are:
D List Magazine
Greenfire Candles
Senoj Estates
Seattle Picks
Dry Soda
Crave Party

Friends of UFN:
Seattle Picks
Dean Zulich
Urban Botanic
Coops Candles
La Rousse
Anna Perrone
Red Delicious Handbags
Bunny's Bath
Sawatou
Stir Boutique

There are more to come!! If you are interested in being a sponsor, donating to the gift bags or just being involved; shoot me an email!