Society Magazine - Fall 2015

FALL 2015

EVENTS • FASHION • WEDDINGS

LOVELY LEATHER

COMPLETE YOUR ENSEMBLE WITH OUR TOP PICKS

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FOR THIS YEAR’S CATTLE BARON’S BALL CHAIRS, THE CAUSE IS PERSONAL

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43 Events you can’t miss fall & winter

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A HEARTFELT CON GR ATU L ATIONS TO THIS YEAR’S CRYSTAL CHARIT Y AND CAT TLE BARONS CHAIRS AND COM MIT TEE. YOU R DEDICATION AND ACCOM PLISHM ENT CONTINU E TO BRI GHTEN OU R CIT Y.

ON THE COVER: A special thanks to Highland Park Village and Cattle Baron’s chairs Mary Martha Pickens and Tia Wynne. { PHOTO: MATT SHELLEY}

Publisher Patricia Martin EDITORIAL

CONTENTS

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CATTLE BARON’S Learn why this boot-scootin’ event means more to its chairs.

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PEOPLE WATCHING Smile for the camera — we captured this season’s events.

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MARK YOUR CALENDAR Circle these dates in your planner — Laura Bush says so.

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LOVIN’ LEATHER Add some grit and a dash of style to your wardrobe this fall.

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HOMETOWN STYLE Highland Park Village shakes things up with new vendors.

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FOREVER FRIENDS Middle-school friends find love after college.

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WEDDING RESOURCES Need a photographer, florist, or caterer? Check these listings.

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SPICED UP Bowen House mixologist brings fresh flavors to fall cocktails.

Editor Todd Jorgenson Assistant Editor Sarah Bennett Art Director Elizabeth Ygartua Asst. Art Director Curtis Thornton Consulting Editor Jeff Bowden Interns Karly Hanson, Hannah Williams, and Danielle Garcia O P E R AT I O N S

Business Manager Alma Ritter Distribution Manager Don Hancock ADVERTISING

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LETTER FROM THE EDITOR

Celebrating Boots, Brides, and Birthdays This Fall

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ociety Magazine is all about celebrating life’s big moments, so we’d like to say “happy birthday” to, well, this magazine. One year ago, we expanded Society Weddings to include fashion and social features. We hope you’ve enjoyed this new endeavor as much as we have.

This fall, we have boots and leather on the brain. Maybe that’s because the annual Cattle Baron’s Ball, benefiting the American Cancer Society, is coming up on Oct. 3.

We sat down with this year’s chairs, who both have deeply personal ties to the cause. It’s a story you won’t want to miss.

To help you get ready, we’ve pulled together a chic collection of leather goods for men and women with everything from jackets and belts to boots and bags.

Then, local retailers such as Luxury Garage Sale and Allie Coosh shared their thoughts on how to look your best this season, from the tips of your toes to the bag on your shoulder. Speaking of fashion, we even took a peek into the evolution of Highland Park Village.

Of course, we’d be remiss if we didn’t mention the heart of our issue — weddings and engagements. (See what I did there?) We’re loving one couple in particular who grew up as school friends and found out later they were meant for each other. Flip to page 18 to learn how they’re still connected to the very place they met — hint: it’s right in our backyard. Isn’t that precious? It’s stories like this that make us love seeing our refrigerators covered in invitations and save-the-dates.

Finally, we help you prep your fall menu cards with sweet treats from local vendors and a few specialty cocktails from one of our favorite spots. After all, we’ve got plenty of events on the calendar to look forward to as the season grows cooler.

As always, thank you for reading and participating in this issue. We appreciate it more than you know. If you have any thoughts to share, please drop us a line.

We’d love to hear from you.

SARAH BENNETT

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CBB CAUSE HITS HOME FOR 2015 CHAIRS

By Sarah Bennett

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he annual Cattle Baron’s Ball is known among Dallasites as a boot-scootin’ good time. But for this year’s chairs, the cause behind the party — fundraising for the American Cancer Society — means so much more than an excuse to polish their boots.

Co-chair Tia Wynne’s cousin, Jacque Wynne, founded the Dallas ball in 1974, and then another cousin, Catherine Wynne, chaired the 2009 ball.

“It’s kind of a family thing to be involved in,” she said.

But her reasons go beyond just the ball.

“Personally, my husband lost his first cousin to colon cancer within the last year,” she added.

“That makes the cause even closer to home. My life has been touched by it a lot closer.”

Her co-chair is someone who also takes the cause to heart. Wynne and Mary Martha Pickens both joined the Cattle Baron’s Ball committee in 2007, making this their ninth year to work on the event together.

Pickens was diagnosed with a rare form of bone cancer at 12 years old.

“There was an only 18 percent survival rate at that time,” she said.

Pickens endured a leg amputation and multiple years of strong chemotherapy in order to achieve a full recovery. But facing that trial so early in life motivated her to work toward a better future for all cancer patients.

“That needle has moved from 18 percent to maybe 27 or 30 percent,” she said. “It hasn’t gone nearly as far as we need it to go, along with many other types of cancer like pancreatic, stomach, and ovarian. We’ve moved the needle, but not nearly enough on cancer research.”

Armed with their personal stories and experiences, Wynne and Pickens work on a committee of 100 women to help give back through Cattle Baron’s. Underwriting funds from the event go toward cancer research within the North Texas region.

“It’s in hopes that someone else does not have to suffer with a loved one who is lost or has to go through this ordeal,” Pickens said.

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S A V E T H E D A T E : The Cattle Baron’s Ball is on Oct. 3 at Gilley’s. { PHOTO: MATT SHELLEY }

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2015 BALL COMMITTEE Abby Gregory

Carolyn Goelzer

Holly Hutchinson

Kristi Bare

Merrick Huckin

Adriane Crosland

Chazz Fritz

Isabell Novakov

Laura Jorgeson

Michelle Meadows

Amanda Johnson

Christi Houser

Jamie Jo Hayes

Laura Reeder

Missy Wyszynski

Amanda Shufeldt

Christina White

Jamie Singer

Lauren Chapman

Monti Konen

Amy Camp

Christine Danuser

Janet Fresquez

Lauren Snyder

Nancy Gopez

Amy Green

Claire Kinzy

JB Hayes

Leigh Friend

Natalie Fogiel Moon

Andrea Nayfa

D’Andra Simmons-Lock

Jean Liu Hansen

Lisa Bhattacharya

Andrea Weber

Danielle Sealy

Jennifer LeLash

Lisa Haddow Shirley

Anne McPherson

Dawn Greiner

Jennifer Walters

Lisa Ogle

Anne Stodghill

Dawn Spalding

Joanna Clarke

Lora Farris

Annika Cail

Deidre Bacala

Jonika Nix

Marjon Henderson

Ashley Allen

Destin Shore

Juliana LeBlanc

Mary C. Corrigan

Ashley Lyon

Diana Hamilton

Julie Clancy

Mary Martha Pickens

Becky Palm

Dolores Volkman

Kameron Westcott

Marybeth Conlon

Bina Palnitkar Patel

Elizabeth Fischer

Karen James

Meg Florence

Brynn Bagot Allday

Elizabeth Gambrell

Kathryn Henry

Megan Filgo

Sunie Solomon

Callan Harrison

Elizabeth Tripplehorn-

Katie Layton

Megan Flanagan

Teffy Jacobs

Cammie Heflin

Laurenzi

Katy Bock

Meghann O’Leary

Terra Najork

Cara French

Gini Florer

Kim Quinn

Melissa Sherrill Martin

Tia Wynne

Carol Holmes

Hillary Gilbert

Kris Johnson

Meredith Ferrell

Wendy Messmann

Natalie Siegel Nikki Hunt Nikki Webb Nina Sachse Paige Westhoff Randi McParlin Robin McMonigle Samantha Wortley Shelby Goff Stacey Relton

Entertainment

S I N G A LO N G I F YO U K N OW I T n TIM MCGRAW will perform on the Andrews Distributing Main Stage at 10:10 p.m. n AARON EINHOUSE will perform at the Group 1200 Media VIP Baron Party at 6 p.m. n THE RAY JOHNSTON BAND will perform on the Bank of America/Merrill Lynch/U.S. Trust Live Auction Stage at 7:15 p.m. n STUDIO 54 BAND will perform at the After Party at midnight.

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GOING ONCE, GOING TWICE

C AT T L E B A R O N ’ S R A F F L E

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Five live-auction packages top the list of items to watch:

5. “Steak Your Claim”

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Enjoy the ultimate poker night with 11 of your closest friends — and Dallas Cowboys favorites Troy Aikman, Tony Casillas, Charles Haley, Daryl Johnston, and Darren Woodson. Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse will provide food and drinks while you play. Donated by: Aikman, Casillas, Hayley, Johnston, Woodson, Del Frisco’s, and Wynne Transportation.

4. “Ready to Rock” Get your groove on with three guitars hand-selected by Gibson Custom Historical Shop, including a 1958 Les Paul Standard historical recreation, a 1959 Les Paul historical recreation reverse lemon burst, and a Gibson Les Paul custom cherry sunburst. Donated by: Gibson Custom Historical Shop, David Hinson, and Dave Cook of Killer Vintage Guitars Dallas.

EISEMAN JEWELS AND ROLEX 5 tickets for $100 or 1 for $25 Value: $10,000

2015 MERCEDES SLK ROADSTER OR ML SUV 6 tickets for $500 or 1 for $100 | Estimated value: $55,000 Donated by Park Place Motorcars

PLAINS BANK $10,000 DEBIT CARD 5 tickets for $100 or 1 for $25 Value: $10,000

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2. “Down the Runway”

1. “Passage to India”

$ 1 0 , 0 0 0 P E R S O N A L S H O P P I N G AT

Value: $10,000

Fly off to Los Angeles with three friends to mingle with actors and athletes at VIP parties before attending the 2016 ESPY Awards — with floor-level seats, no less. Donated by: Grey Goose Vodka, Omni Hotels and Resorts, American Airlines, and Wynne Transportation.

Fly to New York with a friend for tea with designer Prabal Gurung and work with him to create a oneof-a-kind gown worth $12,000.

Then enjoy seats at his show during the 2016 New York Fashion Week.

Donated by: Prabal Gurung, Neiman Marcus, The Carlyle, American Airlines, and Wynne Transportation.

C A P I TA L

H I G H L A N D PA R K V I L L A G E 5 tickets for $100 or 1 for $25

3. “All-Access Pass”

CELINE HANDBAG BY F O R T Y F I V E T E N | 5 tickets for $100 or 1 for $25 | Value: $4,250

You and a friend can experience an 11-day adventure in India, traveling to five-star hotels and soaking in sights like the Taj Mahal, the Red Fort in Agra, and the jungles of Kanha and Pench. Donated by: &Beyond India, Khashana Travel, and Wynne Transportation.

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C AT T L E B A R O N ’ S L I V E A U C T I O N P R E V I E W P A R T Y : Aug. 26, Bachendorf’s 1. Wendy and Boyd Messmann and Maggie Kipp. 2. Nikki Webb and Lisa Bhattacharya. 3. Tracy Settimi and Leslie Merrill. 4. Lawrence and Katy Bock. 5. Amber Richey and Michelle Uselton. 6. Megan Steinbach, Laura Sullivan, and Joan Wynne. { PHOTOS: CLAIRE CASNER } 4

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D S O L H O N O R S PA S T B A L L C H A I R S : Aug. 27 fashion show, Tootsies 1-5. Claire McCormick (1), Melissa Lewis (3), and Tincy Miller (5) and models from Tootsies show off dresses perfect for the season. 6. Sarah Frazee and Claire McCormick. 7. Leslie Chaplin, Paige Elliott, Mary Sue Cullins, and Mia Davis. 8. Joanne McCullough and Caryl Keys. { PHOTOS: CLAIRE CASNER }

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MUTT’N BUT A PURRFECT NIGHT A SPCA Fur Ball pre-party, Aug. 27, Grand Spa International 1. Kristen Greenberg, Joani White, and Phyllis Comu 2. Keri Sullivan and James Bias 3. Vicki Lawrence and Barbara Johnston 4. Katy Murray, Jocelyn White, and Stacey Kivowitz

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4. Michaela Dyer, Paige Flink, and Layne Pitzer. 5. Summer John and Mary Catherine Cesarini. 6. Melissa Sherrill and Shivangi Pokharel. { PHOTOS: CLAIRE CASNER }

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N O R T H P A R K K I C K S O F F 5 0 D AY S O F G I V I N G Honoring NorthPark Center’s 50th Anniversary, Aug. 19 1. NorthPark owners David Haemisegger and Nancy Nasher surrounded by representatives of the 50 organizations to which NorthPark will donate.

2. Catherine LeBlanc, Andy Smith, and Michelle Kinder. 3. Mike Devlin and Ryan Anthony. 4. Tucker Enthoven and Michal Powell. 5. Suzanne Felber and Maria Machado. 6. Lori Villarreal and Catherine LeBlanc. 7. Ryan Anthony, Dallas Symphony principal trumpet player and founder of Cancer Blows. { PHOTOS: CLAIRE CASNER }

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SOCIAL CALENDAR SEPTEMBER

22 KidneyTexas Inc. Runway Report Luncheon and Style Show, Brook Hollow Golf Club, 10:30 a.m.

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SMU Centennial Commemoration Ceremony, McFarlin Auditorium, 10 a.m. convocation concert, 10:30 a.m. commemoration ceremony, noon pealing of bells.

24 Metrocare Meal for the Minds Luncheon, Hilton Anatole, 11 a.m.

24 St. Jude’s Gold Luncheon, Lakewood Country Club, 11 a.m. — 1 p.m.

OCTOBER

3 Cattle Baron’s Ball, Gilley’s Dallas, 6 p.m. VIP party, 7 p.m. open to all guests

5 Annual CARE Breakfast, Frontiers of Flight Museum, 8 a.m.

9 Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America’s Fourth Annual Dinner, Omni Hotel, 6:30 p.m.

12 25th annual Genesis Golf Classic benefiting Genesis Women’s Shelter & Support, Las Colinas Country Club

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Women of Distinction Luncheon benefiting the Girl Scouts of Northeast Texas, Hilton Anatole Chantilly Ballroom, 11 a.m.

15 Treasure Street benefiting Scottish Rite, Old Parkland,

For a full calendar, visit parkcitiespeople.com/events or prestonhollowpeople.com/events.

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Women’s Council of the Dallas Arboretum’s Writer’s Garden Literary Symposium and Luncheon, Rosine Hall, 9:30 a.m.

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Texas Discovery Gardens Flora Award Gala, Grand Hall of Texas Discovery Gardens, 6:30 — ­ 10 p.m.

7 Big Brothers Big Sisters Black Tie Ball, Omni Hotel, 6 p.m.

9 Council for Life Celebrating Life Luncheon, Hilton Anatole Chantilly Ballroom, 11 a.m. reception, noon luncheon

11 Friends of Wednesday’s Child Golf Classic, Topgolf at The Colony, 11 a.m. — 3 p.m.

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Junior League Dallas Milestones Luncheon, Hilton Anatole, 11 a.m. check-in, noon luncheon

14 Night at the Museum, Perot Museum of Nature and Science, 7 p.m. – midnight

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Chi Omega Christmas Market, Centennial Hall at Fair Park, check website for hours

21 Idlewild Club Ball, Renaissance Hotel 22 New Friends New Life Home Tour, Park Cities, 2 — 5 p.m.

23 Senior Source Spirit of Generations Luncheon, Hilton Anatole 30 SMU’s Centennial Celebration of Lights DECEMBER

6:30 ­— 10:30 p.m.

2 Light Up Lee Park, Arlington Hall, 6 p.m.

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3 Hope Cottage Leadership Council’s Ugly Sweater Party

Baylor’s Celebrating Women Luncheon, Hilton Anatole, 11:45 a.m.

17 Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, NorthPark Center,

5 Crystal Charity Ball, Hilton Anatole

6 a.m. registration, 8 a.m. start

19 Calyx Club Winter Ball, Fairmont Hotel

17 Dallas Zoo To Do, Dallas Zoo, 5:30 —­ 11 p.m.

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9 Terpsichorean Club Ball, Ritz-Carlton

23 Each Moment Matters Luncheon, Hilton Anatole, noon

Great Adventure Hunt benefiting the ChildCareGroup, Perot Museum of Nature and Science, 6:30 — 10:30 p.m.

24 Young Friends of Wilkinson Center Silent Disco,

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Young Texans Against Cancer BubblyQ, Fearing’s at the Ritz-Carlton, 7 — 10 p.m.

Candleroom, 9 p.m. — 2 a.m.

24 Evening Under the Stars benefiting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Omni Hotel’s Dallas Ballroom, 6 p.m.

26 St. Jude Golf Classic, Stonebriar Country Club, 8:30 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. tee times

27 Stand Up for Heroes Luncheon benefiting Army Scholarship Foundation, Brook Hollow Golf Club, 11:30 a.m. reception, noon luncheon

30 30th annual Dallas Women’s Foundation luncheon, Hilton Anatole, 10:30 a.m. VIP reception, 11:30 a.m. luncheon

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20 Junior League of Dallas Ball, Hilton Anatole 20 30th annual Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Presentation Ball, Meyerson Symphony Hall, 7 p.m.

27 Slipper Club Gala benefiting “I Have a Dream” Foundation MARCH

Lunching With First Lady Laura

By Sarah Bennett

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h e E a c h Mo m e n t The luncheon Matters Luncheon is starts at noon a special event each on Oct. 23 at the year, but this one will be even Hilton Anatole. more memorable due to its key{ COURTESY note speaker: former first lady PHOTO } Laura Bush.

The luncheon, put on by the Presbyterian Communities and Services Foundation, highlights the importance of hospice care for Dallasites in their final years of care. After all, the Faith Presbyterian Hospice Caring Fund has been helping this cause since 2003.

“We are deeply honored to have Mrs. Bush speak at our luncheon,” CEO Godwin Dixon said. “She will be the highlight of this event that honors 38 distinguished leaders and quiet heroes who exemplify through their daily lives the impact that faith and love can have in our community.”

The 38 honorees are chosen for their dedication to improving the lives of those around them.

“They each have demonstrated their passion for making each moment matter to someone every day,” said luncheon chair Harriet Gibbs.

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FA S H I O N

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Try these luxe leather goods. { PHOTOS: TANNER GARZA STYLING: ELIZABETH YGARTUA }

W O M E N : Escada climbing flower cropped leather jacket, Neiman Marcus, $3,595. Leather, red and yellow gold, and diamond bracelets, Eiseman Jewels, (left to right) $3,475, $6,775, $2,175. Patent leather micro flower bag, Tod’s, $1,595. Vince Addie leather bootie, Neiman Marcus, $395.

W A T C H E S : (Top to bottom) Vacheron Constantin Harmony dual red gold watch, Eiseman Jewels, $40,000. Ulysse Nardin red gold women’s dual watch, Eiseman Jewels, $24,500.

Weiss men’s field watch with latte dial, STAG Provisions, $1,250. Audemars Piguet Millenary men’s watch, Eiseman Jewels, $40,300.

M E N : Antique lamb blazer by Scully, Pinto Ranch, $425. Tanner belts, STAG Provisions, $105 each. Frye Logan antiqued flap briefcase, Neiman Marcus, $528. Rios of Mercedes Remuda boots, Pinto Ranch, $495.

Garage Brands New upscale consignment shop hits Snider Plaza

A LL I E - C O O S H LENDS A H A N D ( B AG ) Allie-Coosh founder Paulette Martsolf is no stranger to fashion. But she’s taken on a new task — designing handbags.

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lot of buzz has been building in Snider Plaza around a garage sale — Luxury Garage Sale, that is.

The Chicago-based luxury consignment store first hosted a slew of pop-up shops and preview events through March and April at Mecox, Blue Print, and Ceylon et Cie to get Dallas shoppers familiar with their brand. The events showered attendees with muffins, mimosas, and Chanel for sale while they perused.

Finally, the store’s owners, Brielle Buchberg and Lindsay Segal, decided it was time to open up their own brick-and-mortar shop in Dallas.

“You never know what you’re going to get, so it’s kind of fun,” said store manager Angie Barton. “Working here is like being a kid in a candy store.”

Segal and Buchberg co-founded Luxury

LEFT: Co-founders Lindsay Segal and Brielle Buchberg.

ABOVE: New digs at Snider Plaza. { PHOTOS: RHI LEE AND BRYNN BAGOT PR}

Garage Sale in Chicago in 2010 out of a love of fashion and with the goal to “redefine what resale meant,” according to Segal.

LGS, as it is nicknamed, receives new shipments of merchandise every day.

“There are a lot of fashionable ladies in Dallas,” said Buchberg, who explained the pair chose Dallas because they felt it was “an underserved market” for curated consignment.

The store sells new and vintage pieces from Chanel, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Celine, Carolina Herrera, and Oscar de la Renta, to name a few. The merchandise — including clothing, jewelry, shoes, and bags — is discounted anywhere from 10 percent to 90 percent off original retail prices. They aim for what they call “white-glove customer service” for their shoppers.

“What’s great about [LGS] is the fact that we have Hermès handbags that you can just come in and buy, instead of have your name on a waiting list for years,” Barton said.

Though the shop launched in June, the owners celebrated in a big way with an opening party on Sept. 16.

The fete wasn’t just an excuse to shop, however — it was also a chance to do good.

Ten percent of proceeds was donated to The Salvation Army Fashion Show and Luncheon, which is a Dallas favorite on fall calendars.

“We cannot imagine a better place to open our second boutique,” Segal said.

The line will launch during Allie Coosh’s 23rd anniversary fashion show on Sept. 23.

“It’s been kind of a fun endeavor,” she said.

The bags run from $295 to $595, but worry not: Allie-Coosh will donate 100 percent of proceeds from a select purse to a new philanthropy each month for one year.

“If along the way I can do something to give back, I love to do that,” Martsolf said.

n F R O M T O P : Marilyn, textured tundra sheepskin clutch, $395; Morgan, red springbok hair with leather interior lining, $495; Sharon, alpaca dyed, $425. { COURTESY PHOTOS }

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T O W N C E N T E R : For more than 80 years, Highland Park Village has been the town’s center of commerce and community.

Owner Ray Washburne, middle left, seen with vintage photos in 2011, said he wants to keep it that way. { PHOTOS : COURTESY HIGHLAND PARK VILLAGE AND DROESE PR, AND FROM FILES }

HP Village Thinks Global, Acts Local

By Sarah Bennett Highland Park Village has been a key player in the town since developers Edgar Flippen and Hugh Prather opened it in 1931. Over the years, it has evolved from mostly mom-and-pop shops to incorporate more high-end, luxury retailers — while keeping a few neighborhood classics such as Deno’s of Highland Park.

The Village’s growing popularity brings national attention. Last year, even Gwyneth Paltrow saw the stylish, sophisticated value of the Village when she opened her pop-up shop, Goop, within its boundaries for one month and caused quite a local stir.

Yet while attracting extravagant retailers such as Giuseppe Zanotti and Tom Ford, one question comes to mind: can Highland

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Park Village keep its old school “neighborhood center” feel?

“Highland Park Village was a staple of my childhood,” managing director Ray Washburne said. “You always ran into someone you knew and there was something here for everyone.”

It’s true that the Village is famous among residents for carriage rides in the winter and other seasonal events such as the Gingerbread Stroll and Holiday Tree Lighting. So how can that down-home friendliness be maintained even with the chic, straight-off-the-runway additions?

“We want our children to have the same experience we had and provide a go-to destination for the community’s everyday needs, as well as offer what’s in demand,” said Stephen Summers, managing direc-

tor of leasing. “Highland Park Village is a fixture in the Park Cities and we want the neighborhood to feel as invested in the Village as we are.”

Today, visitors to the Village can experience more than 55 shops and 10 restaurants, as well as take advantage of a number of services from cobblers to coiffeurs.

“You can grab one of the best burgers in town, stop in and purchase a luxury handbag off the runway, get a haircut, and even shop the newest hunting gear,” Washburne said.

And all this takes place amid the same Spanish-inspired architecture the town’s original founders had in mind.

“While we hope to continue evolving, our focus will always remain on our hometown,” Summers said.

NEW ON THE MENU: Five Creeks Tavern opened on Sept. 1, and Royal Blue Grocery is slated to open by the beginning of October, giving shoppers at the Village new culinary options.

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FRIENDS FOREVER TAKES NEW MEANING SEPTEMBER 19, 2015

By Meredith Carey

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aelor Peters and Robert Fisher have been friends for nearly 15 years. But after returning home to Highland Park after college graduation just three years ago, something changed.

“I thought he had a girlfriend at the time of the party where we reconnected, but we spent all night talking, and at the end I asked how she was,” said Taelor.

“I was so confused,” said Robert. “I wanted to say to her, ‘I’ve been flirting with you all night long and I don’t have a girlfriend.’ That same night I asked her out on our first date.”

The two have known each other since their days at McCulloch Intermediate School, sang in the Highland Park High School choir together, and ran with the same crowd. The two even accompanied each other to a sophomore dance.

“When we first started dating, I

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would introduce him and say that we knew each other from high school choir. He always said, ‘can you at least tell people I played football, too?” said Taelor, laughing.

Taelor, an art teacher at the very middle school the two met, and Robert, a law student at SMU set to graduate in May, were engaged July 4, 2014, after a year of dating.

But even the engagement, just like the first date ask, didn’t come without its complications. Robert’s family has a house at Gull Lake in Minnesota, a summertime home that has held a dear place in his heart.

“I had been thinking about it for a while and since she had been to the lake with me the year before, I wanted to propose that weekend on the dock.

I took her out there and was just starting when she said, ‘I know you love me but we need to get back to your family.’

She had no idea what was going on,” said Robert.

After she realized what was happening, Taelor’s “yes” came quickly.

Taelor Peters and Robert Fisher have been friends for what seems like forever, but they didn’t find that they were each other’s soul mates until after college, many years after they went to a HiLites dance at Highland Park High School dressed as McDreamy and Meredith Grey. { PHOTOS: ANNE FISHER }

“I think we both knew within the first couple of months of dating that the other was the person we wanted to spend forever with,” said Taelor.

Just over a year later, the two were married on Sept. 19 at Highland Park United Methodist Church, a location that holds a lot of memories for their families. Both of their parents, Dr. and Mrs. Paul Conrad Peters Jr. and Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Lee Fisher, were married at HPUMC. “This area is really special. We both went away but were both drawn back to it. It’s cool going full circle and setting roots back in the same place where we grew up, that holds so much meaning to our families,” said the groom.

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WEDDING

{ Natalie Brickman & Drew Wellsfry } JUNE 13, 2015

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atalie Frances Brickman and Andrew Lowell We l l s f r y w e r e m a r ried June 13, 2015 at The Chapel at Beaver Creek, Beaver Creek, Colo. Scott Leonard officiated their ceremony. Dining and dancing followed at the Four Seasons Resort in Vail, Colo. with music provided by East Coast Entertainment. A rehearsal dinner at Larkspur Restaurant was hosted by the parents of the groom.

The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. James Roger Brickman of Highland Park. She is the granddaughter of Mrs. Roger E. Brickman, and the late Mr. Roger E. Brickman; and the late Gov. and Mrs. Edward T. Breathitt. The groom is the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Lowell Wellsfry of Wichita Falls, Texas. He is the grandson of Mr. and Mrs. Delbert

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Leroy Borders, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Maurice Wellsfry.

The bride was given in marriage by her parents. For her wedding, the bride wore an elegant gown of candlelight lace from the Vera Wang Luxe Collection.

The mermaid silhouette was fashioned with a fitted bodice of Chantilly lace and finished with soft layers of organza and tulle. To complete her ensemble Natalie wore her mother’s diamond and pearl drop earrings and a magnificent Chantilly lace veil which swept beyond her chapel-length train.

The matron of honor was her sister, Jennifer Roberts. Bridesmaids included the groom’s sister, Brittany Bandy; the bride’s sister-in-law, Claire Brickman; Mollie Crosby; Caroline Davis; Christina Dietz; Haley Hall; Ashley Holmes; Virginia Scharf; Wesley Wilson; and Kelly

York. Among the members of the house party were Annesley Cole, Abby Decker, Mary Catherine Miller, Ruthie Morrison, and Laurel Pugliese. The scripture readers were Mary Catherine Miller and Laurel Pugliese. Margo Brickman, Julia Brickman, and Lyla Roberts, all nieces of the bride, were flower girls.

The best man was the groom’s brother, Grayson Wellsfry. Groomsmen included the groom’s brother-in-law, Michael Bandy; the bride’s brothers Blake Brickman and Trevor Brickman; Cody Canafax; Austin Cobb; Jonathan Hiemenz; Don Johnson; Eric London; and Jeffrey Ordner. Holt Roberts, the bride’s nephew; Luke Stone; and Justin Tolentino were ushers. The ring bearers were Wells Bandy, Cort Roberts, and Rhett Roberts, all nephews of the bride and groom.

The bride is a graduate of Highland Park High School. She received a Bachelor of Arts in both English and Spanish from the University of Virginia where she also served on the Honor Committee and was a member of Kappa Kappa Gamma. Natalie works for Sisters Ink Studio, a company she and her sister have recently started. The groom is a graduate of Wichita Falls High School. He received a Bachelor of Arts in finance from Southern Methodist University, where he was also a member of Pi Kappa Alpha, and a Bachelor of Science in petroleum engineering from Texas A&M. Drew is a reservoir engineer at Matador Resources Company.

Following their wedding trip to Italy, the couple have made their home in Dallas.

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WEDDING

{ Caroline La Rash & Brian Kerr } APRIL 18, 2015

Caroline Jordan La Rash and Brian Christopher Kerr were joined in holy matrimony Saturday, April 18, at Park Cities Presbyterian Church.

The Rev. Mark Davis officiated their evening ceremony. The Rev. Joshua Whitfield read from scripture and offered the benediction and blessing. A reception followed at the Belo Mansion.

The rehearsal dinner was hosted by the parents of the groom on the eve of the wedding at the Dallas Petroleum Club.

The bride is the daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Stephen J. La Rash of University Park, the granddaughter of Mrs. Martha Scott and the late Dr. Robert A. Scott, and Mrs. Betty La Rash and the late Mr. Joseph La Rash.

The groom is the son of Dr. Vivian Kerr and Mr. Kenneth Kerr of Plano, Texas. He is the grandson of Mrs. Helen Windsor and the late Dr. Zoltan W. Windsor, and the late Mr. and Mrs. Ernest L. Kerr.

The bride was presented in marriage by her father. She wore an ivory gown designed by Nardos Imam and a lace capelet worn by her mother when her parents married 38 years ago.

Matron of honor was the bride’s sister Lindsay La Rash McKinney and the maid of honor was in loving remembrance of her younger sister Christena Lindstrom La Rash. Bridesmaids included Elizabeth Shuford Conroy, McLean Brittingham Fairchild, Michelle Gillespie Hunt, Lauren Elizabeth Kerr, and Jordan Ashleigh Meridith. Among the members of the house party were Avri Morgan Brousseau, Betsy Houseman Fisher, Elizabeth Oates Goodyear, Melissa Sue Oates, Gabrielle Alexandria Sztamenits, and Kaitlin Jane Van Dyk. The flower girl was Stella Kate McKinney.

Assisting the groom as best man was his brother, Robert Windsor Kerr. Groomsmen included Jack Frances Fabick, John Gregory Grinnan, Robert Joseph La Rash, Elliott Thomas Marshall, and Michael Blayze Woodlock.

Serving as ushers were Ernest Lee Kerr III, Nathan Swain Kerr, Phillip Patrick McKinney, and Michael Anthony Sinacola II. The ring bearer was Austin Patrick McKinney.

A Highland Park High School graduate, Caroline received a Bachelor of Business Administration in marketing from Southern Methodist University.

A Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas graduate, Brian received a Bachelor of Business Administration in finance from Southern Methodist University. He is a CFA charter holder.

Following their wedding trip to Antigua, the couple have made Dallas their home.

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ENG AG EMENT

{ Watters - Pedersen } Donna and John Watters of Dallas are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Meaghan Christine Watters, to John Andreas Pedersen, son of Nancy and Mikal Pedersen of Great Falls, Va. The bride is a 2008 graduate of The Hockaday School. In 2012 she graduated with honors, receiving a BA in the history of science and medicine from Yale University in New Haven, Conn. She was also a member of the varsity swim team during her undergraduate years at Yale.

Meaghan is now the director of operations at Memory Science in Dallas.

The groom graduated with honors from Langley High School in Great Falls, Va. in 2007. He graduated from Yale University in 2011, receiving a BA in economics. He also played on the varsity football team during his undergraduate years. John is an associate at Riveron Consulting in Dallas.

The couple will exchange sacred wedding vows on Oct. 24, 2015 at

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St. Rita Catholic Community Church with Father Philip Postell officiating.

A reception at the Northwood Club will follow.

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VENUE SPOTLIGHT

OUT OF THE BOX

{ McDowell - Hunter }

Location can really help define your theme. Want something a little less traditional, but still classy? Love science and nature? Or do you want your big day to be a little rock n’ roll? These venues can help add a little personality to your wedding.

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Ellen and Rex McDowell are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Mary Susan McDowell, to Samuel Ellsworth Hunter II, son of Elizabeth and Eric Vines Hunter, of Montgomery, Ala. The bride is a 2008 graduate of The Hockaday School. She graduated in 2012 from Texas Christian University with a degree in mechanical engineering. She was a George Mitchell scholar, a member of the Kappa Kappa Gamma sorority and the Energy Club. Mary Susan works for Baker Hughes in Houston.

The groom is a 2005 graduate of the Montgomery Academy in Montgomery, Ala. He attended Belmont University in Nashville, Tenn. and graduated from Auburn University in Auburn, Ala. in 2009, receiving a BA in psychology and a minor in business administration. Sam is employed by Exterran in Houston.

The couple will be married in October at the Church of the Incarnation, Episcopal with Bishop Anthony Burton officiating. A reception will follow at the Belo Mansion.

They will reside in Houston.

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thekessler.org { PHOTO: JAMES EDWARD } 4. Perot Museum of Nature and Science: 214-756-5758 { PEROT MUSEUM OF NATURE AND SCIENCE/HARRY PHOTO }

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Mr. and Mrs. Bruce John Stensrud of University Park are pleased to announce the engagement of their daughter, Sterling Anne Stensrud, to Robert Markham Evans, son of Mr. and Mrs. Mark Cumbie Evans of Houston.

The bride is a 2008 graduate of Highland Park High School. She received a Bachelor of Science in elementary education from The University of Texas at Austin in 2012. Sterling is a kindergarten teacher at Highland Park Presbyterian Day School.

The groom is a 2008 graduate of St. John’s School in Houston. He received a Bachelor of Business Administration in finance from The University of Texas at Austin in 2012. Rob is an associate at Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors in Houston.

The couple will exchange vows on Dec. 19, 2015 at Highland Park United Methodist Church.

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SAMBUCA 214-744-0820 2120 McKinney Ave. Dallas, Texas 75201 sambucarestaurant.com Sambuca’s new American menu will not only tempt you with an array of savory food, we also feature a variety of live music every night. Any evening is great for dining, drinking, and enjoying the show, but on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, high-energy

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The Galleria 13350 Dallas Parkway, Suite 1415 Dallas, Texas 75240 972-392-9900 The Shops at Legacy North 7401 Lonestar Drive, Suite B100 Plano, Texas 75024 972-596-2090 DE BOULLE 6821 Preston Road Dallas, Texas 75205 214-522-2400 deboulle.com EISEMAN JEWELS Northpark Center 8687 N. Central Expressway, Suite 514 Dallas, Texas 75225 214-369-6100 eisemanjewels.com SUSAN SAFFRON JEWELRY BOUTIQUE 5550 West Lovers Lane, #149 Inwood Village | Dallas, Texas 75209 214-373-6602 saffronjewelry.com Located in Inwood Village, one of Dallas’ premier shopping boutique destinations, the newly designed store features many new jewelry designers. On-site custom jewelers can help you design a perfect engagement ring, or re-design a piece from a family collection. In business since 1985, Susan Saffron and staff pride themselves on high quality and personal service to their clients.

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VENUES THE FAIRMONT DALLAS 1717 N. Akard St. Dallas, Texas 75201 214-720-2020 fairmont.com/dallas THE KESSLER THEATER 1230 W. Davis Street Dallas, Texas 75208 214-272-8346 thekessler.org The historic Kessler Theater is eclectic yet elegant, trendy yet timeless. Described by the New York Times as “an Art Deco gem” the theater specializes in private events for those with the most stylish taste. If you’re looking for a cookie cutter, country club affair: please do not inquire.

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Above all, photographer John Cain Sargent values being trusted. He works with his clients with a professional yet personal attitude, understanding the full significance of his work.

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John Cain Photography offers couples an experience that’s just as memorable as the images they create. A bride can expect intuitive service and attentive correspondence. With a kind presence, editorial style, and an appreciation for effortless portraiture, his relaxed demeanor is matched by an acute attention to detail.

WARWICK MELROSE HOTEL 3015 Oak Lawn Ave. Dallas, Texas 75219 214-521-5151 warwickhotels.com

KARLISCH PHOTOGRAPHY INC 214-224-9995 karlischstudio.com With over 17 years experience as a wedding photographer, and many more as a commercial and editorial photographer, Stephen has been widely recognized across the country as one of the best choices for crafting a volume of honest imagery from any event. Clients trust his vision, patience and thoughtfulness with any situation.

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CARAMELIZED: Clockwise from top: Blum’s coffee caramel crunch cake, City Café, $50 full cake, $5/slice.

White chocolate topped coconut cream pie, La Duni, $35. Crème caramel turtle, Breadwinners, $37.99.

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Add something seasonal to your cocktail menu to spice things up.

MEET THE TEAM Cocktail consultant Andrew Vice was friends with Bowen House owner Pasha Heidari for years before the Preston Hollow native asked him to help out with a new beverage menu. The pair admits they frequently think of a cocktail name before building its ingredients and putting it in the Uptown hot spot’s repertoire. Catch these three favorites at Bowen House this fall. (Left to right: Heidari, chef Graham Dodds, & Vice)

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D AY S O F W I N E AND ROSES

TIGER M I LL I O N A I R E

T H E CYC L E O F VIOLENCE

INGREDIENTS:

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Gin, prosecco, lime juice rose syrup, & muddled strawberries

Light rum, amber rum, sour orange juice, & lemongrass syrup

R E C O M M E N D E D F O R : Wedding receptions

R E C O M M E N D E D F O R : All types of events

Amaretto, Angostura bitters, homemade toasted coconut-infused tequila, cinnamon syrup, pineapple juice, lime juice, & club soda

S T O R Y B E H I N D I T : Vice says his wife asked for a cake for her birthday that included strawberry, lime, and rose: “I thought the flavor profile worked and I asked myself, ‘how would you do this for a cocktail?’

It’s a great fit for a wedding based on that flavor profile.”

He describes it like “a French 75 swapped out” because of its gin-and-prosecco base, giving it a classic taste.

And, he adds, “it’s just a good name — I’m definitely very proud.”

S T O R Y B E H I N D I T : Vice calls this one a summer-to-fall transition drink. Why? “It’s straightforward and delicious. When you don’t want to let summer go, it’s easy to make a pitcher for the poolside,” he said. But what about that name? Vice says it came from a cartoon. “After my daughter was born, we had cartoons on and there’s one called ‘Steven Universe’ with awesome names and characters. Tiger Millionaire is a kick-ass name, and the drink kind of fits — it’s Eastern meets islands with the lemongrass and rum.”

Staff favorite

R E C O M M E N D E D F O R : Fall cocktail night S T O R Y B E H I N D I T : Be careful with this one — the name sounds dangerous. But it’s not the ingredients that inspired its moniker. So what was? “It was one of those Pasha conversations where we had just seen A Most Violent Year — the Oscar Isaac movie — and we were talking about escaping the cycle of violence and we thought, ‘Bam! That’s a cocktail,” Vice says. Fitting for Dallas’ late transition to cooler temperatures, Vice calls it “tiki-island style with fall flavors.”

E X T R A C T : If you’re going to mix it up at home, Vice points out it’s the details that make the cocktail. For The Cycle of Violence, Vice toasts his own cocunut flakes before infusing the tequila. And he uses Angostura bitters — “they’re the classic.”

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GET A MAMMOGRAM

LIKE YOUR LIVES DEPEND ON IT. 16th Annual Baylor Health Care System Foundation Celebrating Women Luncheon Thursday, October 15, 2015 Hilton Anatole Hotel, Dallas www.BaylorHealth.com/CelebratingWomen Presented by:

* Breast cancer survivor, Amy Marcontell, with her family.