Frye Presents The Whiskey Gentry Holiday Caroling Event

The Frye Company Atlanta Presents an Afternoon of Holiday Caroling with The Whiskey Gentry

Live Acoustic Show, Hot Drinks and Cookies from Farm to Ladle, and Holiday Wreaths with Purchase from Adaptation Floral Design

Celebrate the spirit of the season this Saturday, December 12, 2015 at The Frye Company at Ponce City Market during a rockin’ holiday caroling event with The Whiskey Gentry.

From 1 to 4 p.m., shoppers are invited to a experience a high-energy, live acoustic show outside the store from the catchy, toe-tapping band, shop Frye’s Holiday Collection, and enjoy hot drinks and cookies from Farm to Ladle.  Shoppers will also receive a fresh holiday wreath with purchase from Adaptation Floral Design.

The event is open to the public by RSVPing to RSVP@TheFryeCompany.com.  

The Frye Company’s Atlanta flagship store is located in Ponce City Market at 675 on Ponce de Leon. Visit The Frye Company online at www.TheFryeCompany.com.

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What:              The Frye Company Presents a Holiday Caroling Event with The Whiskey Gentry

Where:            The Frye Company Atlanta
                        Ponce City Market
                        675 Ponce De Leon Ave NE  Atlanta, GA 30308

When:             Saturday, December 12, 2015
                        1 to 4 p.m.

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PHOTOS: Victoria's Secret Fashion Show 2015

The annual Victoria's Secret Fashion Show aired last night on CBS... or as I like to call it, the Victoria's Secret soft-porn fashion show, which wouldn't be too far of a stretch considering when the company first launched, select stores came with an adult toy section, hence, Victoria's "secret."

While I don't care much for the underwear line, I do love and appreciate the extravagant wings, costuming and accessories, all the feathers, bling, shoes and the overall themes. And the fact they opened to show with Pat Benatar's Heartbreaker scored big points [with me]. Gigi Hadid and Kendall Jenner were crowd pleasers of course. They looked fabulous. I believe it was Victoria's Secret president who said the show has become more than a fashion show, it's entertainment. Enjoy the slideshow!

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Art Basel Week Recap & Photos: Art Hearts Fashion Opening Gala Spectrum

On Wednesday December 2nd, bi-coastal fashion platform "Art Hearts Fashion" brought its talent and glamour to the Art Loves Fashion opening night gala of Art Basel Week Miami at Spectrum Art Fair. The fashion show, produced by Erik Rosete, featured designers House of LiJon, Diana Couture, and Mister Triple X. The event presented by Planet Fashion TV and LaCroix sparkling water proved to be a wonderful kick off to Art Week Miami.

The night featured an incredible partnership with Spectrum Art Fair, which was home to 150 international art galleries. During the night, models delighted the crowd in designer fashions from renowned international designers. Opening the showcase was House of LiJon Sculpted Couture. Designer Lia Mira hand crafted each unique piece of wearable art. Diana Couture followed with an elaborate presentation of beutiful gowns featuring exquisite craftsmanship. The finale designer was none other than Mister Triple X, the sexy streetwear brand by Erik Rosete. The brand's unique and sexy aesthethic is always a crowd pleaser and a wonderful way to close out the night. Sony recording artist Cris Cab joined the stage for a final musical performance as he serenaded the girls of Mister Triple X. 

Despite record rainfall and a steamy warm Miami night, over 500 guests came out to the gala to celebrate the art of fashion and to support the Glory House charity in the fight against human trafficking. LaCroix Sparkling water was the welcome refreshment of choice by all the chic attendees. Other sponsors and supporters included designs by Tui, gourmet catering by Coya, Lulu's ice-cream, Burberry, Whispering Angel Rose, 50 Pounds Gin Vodka, and Ron Viejo Rum.  Beauty was provided by The Organic Face, and hair was provided by Duchess and Duque Salon. Photo Credit: Sean Paul Franget  

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Holidays at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta

Jonathan Adler

The Shops Buckhead Atlanta

Les Copains

Brunello Cucinelli

La Perla

Christian Louboutin

Bella Bag

Scoop NYC

The Shops Buckhead Atlanta's

Director of Marketing, Mary Kathryn Wells and I toast the evening!

Brunello Cucinelli

Brunello Cucinelli

Planet Blue

Alice & Olivia

Alice & Olivia

The Shops Buckhead Atlanta at dusk.

It's one of the most beautiful properties in the city with its impeccable landscaping, fine dining and upscale shopping. And now, as they embrace the holidays with twinkle lights and festive showroom windows, The Shops Buckhead Atlanta is beyond stunning - holiday spirit perfection! 

Last week, The Shops Buckhead Atlanta hosted a blogger mixer and shopping tour that was absolutely fabulous. We were greeted with champagne and chocolates by Planet Blue, Scoop NYC, Alice + Olivia, Brunello Cucinelli, La Perla, Christian Louboutin, Bella Bag, Jonathan Adler and Les Copains. As we strolled through [and shopped a little, of course] it was wonderfully clear that the holiday season was among us. Beautiful clothing and accessories, friendly associates and a sale or two, made for a perfect evening. 

When the shopping adventure came to an end, the party didn't stop. [Everyone] made their way to Gypsy Kitchen for a cocktail reception, tapas and mingling.

Thank you, The Shops Buckhead Atlanta, for hosting such a delightful evening. The take-away: You too can experience this... valet, shop and dine. And for the most visual bang, do it at dusk.

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Photos & Recap: The 8th Annual Reindog Parade at the Atlanta Botanical Garden

The Reindog Parade at the Atlanta Botanical Garden

All dogs were attracted to Rodney Ho (and me by default) since I sat next to him. Loved it!

Not a Pug - but and Elf on a shelf!

Hansel & Gretel

in their golden years.

This classy girl wore a vintage mink stole and pearls.

Not every doggie wanted to walk across the stage.

Best In Show

This is the missing child rescuing Angel Dog!

Best Dog-Owner Dress-a-Like Winner

Maho - the Nightmare Before Christmas German Shepherd who was as sweet as she is beautiful! 

Two hundred doggies took the opportunity to visit the Atlanta Botanical Garden for the one time, every year, our tail-wagging' friends are allowed admission onto the grounds. This could only mean one thing - the Reindog Parade! For the third year in a row, I was thrilled and overjoyed to be one of the judges of this puppy-lovin event. There are five categories: Best Adult -Dogs older than 18 months; Best Puppy -Dogs under 18 months; Best Botanical - Dress up in a plant themed costume, such as a flower, Christmas tree, poinsettia, and mistletoe; Best Dog Pack - Two or more dogs walking across the stage together; Best Dog-Owner Dress-a-Like - Dog and owner dressed similarly. And then there's a category for those pups that don't want to compete but just show off their striking good looks and charming personality. They take to the stage as well and pose for the audience and judges.

Victoria Stilwell of It's Me Or The Dog on Animal Planet co-emceed with CNN's Holly Firfer, who can moonlight as a comedienne because she's so funny. The judges: Rodney Ho, Blogger and Columnist, AJC, Kimberly Lacy, Co-Host of HGTV’s Curb Appeal (The Block) and Lifestyle Expert, John Lemley, Host of City Café on 1690/WMLB-AM, yours truly, E. Vincent Martinez and Angie Woods of Atlanta Dog Whisperer, U.S. Canine are each given one category to judge and choose 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners. This is no easy task - In my opinion, they are all winners. After each category has been chosen, the judges deliberate and choose a "Best in Show." This year's winner went to a sweet doggie who searched (and found) a missing boy! For real... this dog had no search training... appropriately, her mom dressed her as an angel, wings and halo included! I was given the Best Dog -Owner Dress-a-Like category to judge and I must say that the contenders really went full force, making it difficult to choose, but I did. [My] winner went to a black German Shepherd named Maho and her Nightmare Before Christmas parents. Very well done guys! 

Happy Holidays to all!

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Holiday Music: "Come On December" by Patty Smyth

If you love the 80s and you love Christmas music, then Come on December is for you. Okay, it's not very 80s but its artist, Patty Smyth is and this album is terrific. I put my Christmas tree up and decorated my home with Come on December in replay!

After helping define the 1980s new wave aesthetic with her band Scandal, singer-songwriter and performer, Patty Smyth, continued her triumphant run throughout the 1990s, writing and performing chart-topping and award-winning singles. But since 1999's greatest hits package, Patty hasn't issued any albums. Just in time for the holiday season, Patty is gifting her fans with her first release in 16 years.  

The album puts Patty's signature pristine and emotive vocals front and center within this cozy, elegant, acoustic pop-rock collection of cherished standards and spirited originals. Patty's eloquent, signature sense of phrasing and melody make this album both a holiday classic and unmistakably a Patty Smyth record. On Come On December, she sings defining modern versions of "Have Yourself A Merry Little Christmas," "The Christmas Song," "Do You Hear What I Hear," and "Auld Lang Syne." Her newly minted originals, "Come On December," "Walk With Me" and "Broken" exquisitely conjure up feelings of instant nostalgia and heartwarming emotionality brought on by the cherished canon of holiday music. In conjunction with the album, Patty launched a PledgeMusic campaign that ran from Friday, Oct. 23rd thru Thursday, November 19th.  One hundred percent of the money from the campaign benefitted Headstrong Project, a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide cost-free, stigma-free, and bureaucracy-free mental healthcare to post-911, and Iraq and Afghanistan combat veterans. Come On December is available on Patty's online store and digital stores (via Tunecore).

You can also get your copy on Amazon. Just click the link below. (Buy 2, one to keep, one to give!)

Come on December

Parallel 22 Records

Buy on Amazon

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CHARLOTTE TILBURY’S NAUGHTY CHRISTMAS PARTY & LAUNCH OF HER FLAGSHIP BEAUTY BOUDOIR IN COVENT GARDEN

Charlotte Tilbury & Kate Moss

Charlotte Tilbury, the world’s #1 make-up artist throws the party of the year to celebrate the next phase of her beauty revolution – her first, one-of-a-kind flagship beauty boudoir on James Street in Covent Garden, London.

Charlotte celebrated with a host of famous friends, including Kate Moss, Amal Clooney, Salma Hayek, Naomi Campbell, Kate Bosworth, Samantha Cameron, David Gandy,  and Dominic West. Guests enjoyed Casamigos Tequila ‘Casa Daybreak’ cocktail, Belvedere Vodka cocktails ‘Raspberry Rascal’ and ‘Skinny Bitch’, Champagne Jacquart and Gingeralla Ginger Ale. British classic pub food was served including Mini Cumberland Sausages, Quail Scotch Eggs, Mini Cottage Pies and Apple Crumble Tartlets. 

Tilbury called upon friend and long-time collaborator Chris Levine to create a psychedelic light installation which was projected onto the store and party building. Levine’s work considers light not just as a core aspect of art, but of human experience more widely and a spiritual and philosophical edge permeate his work.

The after party took place at The Nag’s Head Pub where the Christmas spirit was in full flow with a Mistletoe Wall, burlesque Tequila girls offering Casamigos Casa Daybreak cocktails and a Kiss-n-Tell All Wall where guests could write messages in lipstick and leave lip prints.

Charlotte’s team of expert makeup artists ‘Team Tilbury’ were stationed in the bathrooms providing makeup touch ups for guests. And DJs Ben Bridgewater, Dan Lywood, Hugo Heathcote and Antz provided tunes that kept the dance floor filled all night.

Guests left the party with a goody bag filled with Charlotte Tilbury x Norman Parkinson Bathing Beauty Bag & Filmstar on the Go in two shades.

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