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OBSESSION: Oscar Resort 2013

May 21, 2012 (New York, NY) - At his show in February, Oscar de la Renta solicited design tips from the audience (remember this post?).  At his Resort 2013 presentation, program notes announced that the green and white silk sequin baseball T-shirt he sent down the runway with a gingham skirt in billowy tulle and organza (pictured below) would be available for preorder immediately on TheFancy.com. This is a true testament that Oscar has fully embraced social media and it’s influence. 

Out of all of the fabulous ODLR pieces, there is one element of the show that has stuck in my mind since watching live pinning of the pieces from OscarPRGirl on Pinterest.  RUNWAY HAIR!  The colorful streaks of pink, green, red and purple in the models’ hair were further proof that he has his compass pointed toward the future.  

View the full Resort 2013 Collection HERE.

EVENT: ‘Jazz In The Garden’ Season Starts Friday!

Washington, DC - My favorite event of the spring/summer season, Jazz in the Garden, begins it’s 12th season on Friday, May 25 with it’s return to The Sculpture Garden at The National Gallery of Art.  The free concert series features an array of jazz artists performing a wide variety of styles—including salsa, blusion, vibraphone, and Afrofunk—every Friday evening from 5:00 to 8:30.

Guests may purchase food and beverages from the Pavilion Café and its carts located around the Garden or bring their own picnics. Alcoholic beverages may not be brought to the premises from outside and are subject to confiscation. Security officers reserve the right to inspect all items brought into the Sculpture Garden. For the safety of visitors and works of art, access to the Sculpture Garden will be limited if the space becomes too crowded.

Concerts may be cancelled due to excessive heat or inclement weather.

To learn more about Jazz in the Garden concerts and performers, please call (202) 289-3360. Please see the current listing of concerts and other musical events at the Gallery.

2012 SCHEDULE

Opening: Tel’veh Cafe & Wine Bar

(Photo credit: EaterDC.com)

As a resident of Mt. Vernon Triangle (and more specifically 30 feet away from this location), I am very excited to hear that Tel’veh Cafe & Wine Bar is slated to open TODAY, Monday, May 21.  Latif Guler and the team behind Agora in Dupont Circle has brought their Mediterranean flair to Mt. Vernon Triangle with a beautifully designed cafe, a Mediterranean-influenced menu as well as 300 wines by the bottle, 50 by the glass and a Vinotemp wine dispenser.  

Chef Ghassan Jarrouj, the chef behind the menu at Agora, has prepared a delectable menu for Tel’veh Cafe & Wine Bar.  The cafe will serve breakfast, lunch and dinner with menu items such as roasted lamb and a prosciutto sandwich with fresh mozzarella and fig jam. 

The design of the cafe is meant to evoke a nautical feel with ropelines above the bar, wood beams and blue accents.  There are 12 seats at the bar, 60 seats in the cafe and the option to dine al fresco as you ‘people watch’ at the corner of 4th and Mass, NW.

Follow Tel’veh Cafe & Wine Bar on Twitter: @Telveh

Reservations can be made on OpenTable

EVENT: Steal Style Tips From DKNY’s Ultra-Popular Publicist

Photo: Courtesy of DKNY PR Girl

You may be familiar with DKNY PR Girl, the Internet fashion sensation that has taken the blogosphere (and Twitter) by storm. The brand’s well-heeled publicist (real name: Aliza Licht) doles out fashion advice and offers a behind-the-scenes look at the life of an NYC PR girl — and her followers love her for it. Now, the team at DKNY is taking their expertise on the road, and they’ll head to Bloomingdale’s in Tysons Corner to share the wealth. DKNY Style Director Anthony Conti will be on hand to present the season’s top trends to shoppers, as well as share DKNY PR Girl’s favorite pieces from the new collection. Stop by to check out the line and absorb a bit of awesomeness from some of fashion’s biggest names.

When: Saturday, May 19, from 1-3 p.m.

Where: Bloomingdale’s, 8100 Tysons Corner Center, McLean; 703-556-4600.

(As reported by Seija Rankin of Refinery29.com)

EVENT: Hitched Salon Fete

You’re Cordially Invited!

Hitched is having quite the celebration on Friday, May 18th, and they would love all their loyal blog followers to join the festivities! Hitched will be announcing the winner of our ‘Upon A Star’ wedding gown giveaway with Jorge Manuel at this fabulous soiree, which wouldn’t be possible without the folks at The Fairmont Hotel, who will be hosting the lucky winner for the evening! Featuring sips and snacks provided by Design Cuisine, gorgeous florals by Sidra Forman, stunning calligraphy by Meant To Be, and Ralph Alswang snapping away with his camera, it’s an affair you’ll certainly remember!

Please RSVP if you’re planning to attend— info@hitchedsalon.com.

‘Like’ Relish Decor to Win!

Relish Decor, a fabulous boutique in Frederick, Maryland, will be giving away their popular Ikat Market Totes (A $44.00 Value) this weekend!  Entering is EASY AS PIE! 

Go to Relish Decor’s Facebook Page by clicking the image of the Ikat Market Tote below.  ‘Like” their Facebook Page (that’s one entry to win) and then ‘Share’ the post for additional chances to win!  If you referred someone and they win, you will win a tote too!  The drawing will be held at midnight on Sunday, May 13.  Good luck!!

EVENT: Spring Fashion in Style!

Join The Normandy Hotel, Zoe Boutique and DC magazine to celebrate spring fashion in style. Enjoy light refreshments and a preview of Zoe Boutique’s spring collections.

DATE: Tuesday, May 1, 2012 (5 to 7)

LOCATION: The Normandy Hotel, 2118 Wyoming Avenue, NW, Washington DC

RSVP: RSVPDC@ModernLuxury.com