National Black Arts Festival Gala 2016

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The NBAF Gala is the premier event of the summer social season… and the spotlight is on THEATER!

The hallmarks of the annual gala are lively entertainment and great performances, a live and silent auction of unique items presented in a spectacular venue where hundreds of our supporters and fun-loving patrons come together to celebrate and to sustain NBAF’s operations, programs and rich cultural legacy.

The Gala will be held on Saturday, July 9, 2016, 7 o'clock in the evening at Flourish. The attire for the ladies should be something in platinum or purple; gentlemen - black tie.

Reserve your seat!

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Runway Photos: Doggies on the Catwalk 2016

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The 9th Annual Doggies on the Catwalk at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta set the evening on fire with the latest looks by some of the properties chicest brands. Our philanthropic models and guests raised over $70K for Canine Assistants - a nonprofit that provides service dogs to children and adults with physical disabilities and special needs. Models showed off SS/AW looks by Akris, Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet, Christian Louboutin, COS, Les Copains, Tod's, Theory and Planet Blue. The models sizzled in their show-stopping looks but the Goldens and Golden puppies stole the show and we're okay with that. Some strutted their stuff and others were a little shy and had to be tempted with Milkbone treats.

Another show-stopping moment to Doggies on the Catwalk came from emerging designers from the Art Institute of Atlanta who showcased three dynamic runway looks. So much talent!

Bai drinks kept us cool and hydrated near a swanky a seating area by Roche Bobois. And speaking of swanky, the stage set up for emcees Monica Pearson and Grace Murphy, furnished by Jonathan Adler was fabulous. A Porsche 911 and 718 Boxter S gave an "it" factor to the event, the florals were exquisite and guests came to impress in their best summer looks. Great beats from DJ Rasyrious and perfect weather... the countdown to year 10 begins!

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Fittings Day 1: Doggies on the Catwalk

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Yesterday started what will be a very long week for me of fittings for Doggies on the Catwalk. Of course, I'm on the beautiful Shops Buckhead Atlanta property so that makes the day feel a little  more luxurious. The first fitting was with director of development for Canine Assistants, Grace Murphy. We went to COS where we style her in a very chic, layered dress. At 1PM I met up with Faven Ressom at Planet Blue - OMG - Faven was "built" for the brand. Everything she wore fit like a glove. Gorgeous.

After being stopped by security for filming - we got it all sorted out - I had prior approval, we went into Les Copains to wait for Monica Pearson (and cool off!) Monica entered the room and Les Copains lit up with her amazing energy. She loved the brand and loved her looks. We caught all of fit on video for a documentary I am producing about Doggies on the Catwalk.

The last fitting of the day took me back to Planet Blue, this time with my friend Holly Firfer. We determined her personal style leans towards the Boho chic. We played in the dressing room. A lot.

Today I'll spend all afternoon between Alice + Olivia, Akris, Theory and Les Copains. Yay fashion!

Hurry and get your tickets to the show! Your $50 ticket includes signature cocktails, lite bites, a silent auction, DJ and fashion show. BUT most importantly, it helps children and adults with disabilities by providing them service dogs.

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PHOTOS: Doggies on the Catwalk 2015

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Whether you missed it and / or just wanted to relive the best fashion moments from the 8th Annual Doggies on the Catwalk, our photographer Scott Reeves did a great job of capturing the evening at Buckhead Atlanta. Enjoy! 

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CONNected with Conn Jackson & Doggies on the Catwalk!

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Earlier this week, Conn Jackson, pictured above with Theory Bulkhead GM Kelly Miller, came into the showroom for his fitting for the 8th Annual Doggies on the Catwalk. If you know Conn, then you won;t be surprised that we had a blast! He wore two hats that day, one of a model and the other as the host and producer of his on TV show Get Connected with Conn Jackson; CONN TV. Lucky for us, my last fitting of the day was the one and only Monica Pearson and the super clever Conn Jackson jumped on the opportunity for a quick promo video for Doggies on the Catwalk. I love it!!! Conn will be producing a segment about the show but sooner than that, you can see him strut a pup on the 'Catwalk' Saturday night at Buckhead Atlanta. *Secure your tickets because this event is almost sold out.

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Doggies on the Catwalk moves to Buckhead Atlanta

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As I sat on the upstairs patio at Shake Shack in Buckhead Atlanta in early Fall of 2014 my eyes travelled across the spectacular property and my imagination began to wander. I said to my friend Jeff, who was dining with me, that Buckhead Atlanta would make an incredible venue for a fashion show. When a couple of other friends said the same thing about a week later, I knew. I knew!

I am thrilled to announce that the 8th Annual Doggies on the Catwalk will be at Buckhead Atlanta! The Doggies Board, Buckhead Atlanta and I share the excitement over this amazing partnership. This year will definitely be the most posh, most fabulous Doggies on the Catwalk. Thank you to so many supporters, past and present who have brought us to this point.

High fashion, celebrity models and influencers, and the real stars of the evening, doggies for adoption, carried and strutted down the catwalk, all together for one fab-fun evening at the city's trendsetting Buckhead Atlanta. We are equally excited to welcome our benefitting partner, Atlanta Pet Rescue & Adoption. When I visited them last year, I knew in my heart, from the moment I entered, this was it. Such a wonderful organization.

Doggies on the Catwalk will be held on Saturday, June 13th. Monica Pearson returns to emcee, we love that! Tickets can be purchased through the Atlanta Pet Rescue & Adoption website and will be available soon.

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The Southeast EMMY Awards 2013

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It's a tie! It's a tie! Oh, it's a tie...

AND

it's a tie.

That seemed to be the recurring theme of the evening. A trend started at the beginning of the awards ceremony for the 2013

Southeast Emmys

. But hey, the message I took away from all the "ties" is that there's just that much talent and excellence in the South. So more power to us!

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Former WSBTV anchor,

Monica Pearson

hosted the event and opened with a song. Such a treat!

As always, Monica was engaging, funny and a total pro. [We tweeted throughout the evening and later chatted about fashion- you know- the important stuff, like the beautiful, fitted, orange lace dress she wore and that men should wear proper tuxedo shoes.]

The Southeast Emmy Awards hosted a very well attended crowd at the Grand Hyatt in Buckhead, Atlanta.

WXIA-TV - 11 Alive Atlanta were big winners this past Saturday. For a complete list of all the winners, visit the NATAS Southeast Emmys website,

here

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View photos:

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I would be remiss if I didn't acknowledge the catering. Dinner was delicious and as for dessert, wow!

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Sorry for all the pictures of me, but I couldn't resist taking photos with some of Atlanta's finest news ladies.

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Nyssa Green

, owner/founder of

The Green Room Agency

is one of

my

leading ladies. Multiple Emmy winner herself, The Green Room Agency keeps me looking GOOD at all my shoots!

Congratulations to all the recipients of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Southeast EMMYS.

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