SG *FASHION FIX* – Storm’s Brewing: What to Wear + Drink

“Storm’s Brewing” – these two magic words garnered entry to Pat O’Brien’s
speakeasy in New Orleans during  Prohibition. These two words are
gaining currency now as we  wait in anticipation to see what
Hurricane Earl might bring our way.

Luckily, it appears that Earl may flirt with the coast but he may just
take a pass. So, if you’re gearing up for a Hurricane party now or for
another drizzly day, you may need a few fair-weather finds to keep you
both dry and drop-dead gorgeous.

GLAMOUR RAIN GODDESS

Victoria Beckham wearing a Burberry Prorsum knotted-skirt gabardine trench from the Spring 2010 Collection, Vintage 1960s rose umbrella $49 from thepuddingstorevint on Etsy, Vintage Rhinestone Parasol Brooch $7 from Chechecouture on Etsy , Valentino Black Bow Rainboots

RAIN PARADE PIXIE

Rainwave Tribal Waterproof Festival Poncho $93 from ASOS, Vivienne Westwood Rainboots $150 from Edge of Urge, Rain Parade Mini Umbrella $32 from FredFlare

In honor of Hurricane Earl, you’ve got your outfit down. Now, how about that drink?

Award-winning
mixologist and resident bartender at Caffe Phoenix Joel Finsel shared
with us the recipe for the classic  “Hurricane,” cocktail which
originated at Pat O’Brien’s but is enjoyed locally at Caffe Phoenix.

Rain Glass $16 from Mod Cloth, Hurricane made by Joel Finsel

1 ounce Light Rum (Bacardi White Label)

1 ounce Dark Rum (Myers)

1 ounce Simple Syrup (boiling hot water + sugar)

1.5 ounce pineapple

1.5 ounce orange juice

Fresh Lime Juice (half a lime)

3 dashes of Angostura Bitters

1/2 ounce Galliano (optional)

Shake & Strain over ice, Serve in a Tall Glass and Garnish with a lime wheel

and cherry. Enjoy!

Pink may be the navy blue of India (as stated by Diana Vreeland),
but last Sunday navy was the color of the evening at The Emmys with
several stars taking a turn down the red carpet in navy organza,
midnight blue embellished with bugle beads or in cascading ruffles.
Bring on the blues!

Birthday Girl Lea Michele of Glee in Oscar de la Renta

Jane Krakowski in a one-shoulder Escada

Juliana Margulies in L’Wren Scott midnight blue beaded deco-style dress

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September 10

Bargain Box Bop Fun-raiser

Church of the Servant

WILMINGTON

WHAT: Bargain Box of Wilmington,
located at 4213 Princess Place Drive, celebrates 10 years of sharing
with a night of fun and fashion. Come dressed in threads from your
favorite decade (and get your vintage gear at the Bargain Box, natch),
dance and sing along with DJ and Karaoke master Jerry Surprise, enjoy
light refreshments and fun for the entire family as well as a prize for
“Best Dressed,” chosen by “Style Girl” Jess James of “Fashion Fix” as judge.

WHEN: September 10 / 7-10pm

WHERE: Church of the Servant / 4925 Oriole Drive

WANNA GO?

Tickets
are $10/person or $25/family. All net proceeds provide “Gift Bargain
Bucks” to help those in need. Call 910.362.0603 for more details.

September 10

Art Soup Conglomeration

Bottega Gallery

WILMINGTON

WHAT:
Art Soup,  a local nonprofit arts organization presents:
Conglomeration an evening of music, art and poetry. Enjoy live poetry
readings from accomplished poets as well as live music from local six
stringed sophisticants Lucian & Jules, Steven Gibbs and Perry Smith
and Friends. Live artists and an evening drum circle, open to the
public. This is an event in collaboration with Artblast, an annual arts
festival in downtown Wilmington September 8-12, 2010. Free. www.artblastwilmington.com

WHEN: Friday September 10th / 8pm

WHERE: Bottega Gallery at 208 North Front Street / Downtown Wilmington

September 16

128 South Fall Preview Open House

128 South Front Street

WILMINGTON

WHAT:
Local vendors are collaborating to create a holiday-inspired experience
in a unique downtown venue!  “Signature” Bites and Beverages
provided by 128 South.
Featuring: DJ Brian Hood and Active Entertainment, Fiore Fine Flowers,
A Boxed Event, KMI Photography, Matt McGraw Photography, Indigo Silver
Studio, and more… Open to the Public.

WHEN: Thursday September 16th / 5pm to 9pm

WHERE: 128 South Front located at 128 S. Front Street Downtown Wilmington

For more information, call 910.399.1709 or email info@128southevents.com

September 17

FashionSPARK

RALEIGH

WHAT: The fashionSPARK
Fashion Show, now in its 5th year, showcases the area’s top local
fashion talent with fashion shows featuring 25 fashion designers.

WHEN: Friday, September 17th 8pm

WHERE: City Plaza in Downtown Raleigh

WANNA GO? General admission to the fashionSPARK Fashion Show is free
& open to the public. Standing room is limited. Arrive early.

September 18

Walk a Mile in Her Shoes

WHAT:
The international men’s march to stop rape, sexual assault and gender
violence, is coming to Wilmington! Calling all boyfriends, husbands,
fathers, brothers and sons  – we need YOU to walk a mile in
downtown Wilmington – while donning a pair of high-heeled shoes!

WHEN: September 18

WHERE:
Starts at Elijah’s (2 Ann Street in Downtown Wilmington) and ends at
Elijah’s with a reception, awards, refreshments and live music.

WANNA WALK?: Contact Ashley Garner at agarner@intracoastalrealty.com today!

More details coming soon at www.walkamilewilmington.com. Need some style tips on where to wear with your heels? Style Girl’s got ya covered. Give me a holler.

October 14

James + Dunne’s Fall Fashion Preview

Blue Hand Home / The Forum

WILMINGTON

WHAT: Fall is right around the corner so “Style Girl” Jess James and Shannon Dunne of  James + Dunne Styling
are gearing up for their annual Fall Fashion Preview, featuring
must-have looks for fall, style secrets, age-appropriate essentials
& deals you won’t wanna miss!  Beauty tips & tricks from Bangz Hair Salon & Spa owner Frank Potter as well as de-lish bites from Private Chef Lori Eaton.

MODELS:
J+D will select fall’s most fabulous pieces from your favorite local
boutiques to create fashion forward, age appropriate “looks” for every
age group with favorite features such as “1 Fall Essential, 3 Different
Ways and “Runway to Real Way.” From 30 and thriving to 70+ and
sensational, we are looking for local women to “work it!” If you would
like to recommend a local model (age 30-80), please post a photo and
contact info on the James + Dunne Facebook page. Click HERE.

WANNA GO?: Tickets are on sale NOW at www.jamesanddunne.com

First 50 guests to get tickets are registed to win the “Fall Fabulous” package!

To watch the video (produced by CapeFearTours.com) from the Spring Fashion Preview, please click HERE.

October 15

4th Annual Rock for the Cure

The Reel Cafe

WILMINGTON

WHAT:
The fourth annual Rock for the Cure breast cancer benefit concert
presented by the UNCW Communication Studies Society will feature The
Schoolboys, a local classic and modern rock band. The event is held to
support the Pink Ribbon Project and recognize breast cancer awareness
month, which is October.

WHEN: Friday, October 15 from 7-10pm

WHERE: The Reel Café in Downtown Wilmington / 2nd floor

WANNA
GO?: $5 and all proceeds benefit the New Hanover Regional Medical
Center Foundation’s Pink Ribbon Project. For more information, please
visit student.uncw.edu/rockforthecure.