An Evening in the Highlands

On Friday, November 21st, 310 Rosemont, Winter Wren and William Wren presented Play for Patrick - An Evening in the Highlands – a night of shopping, strolling, sipping, and dining for a great cause. A benefit for Press On to CURE Childhood Cancer, the evening is inspired by Patrick Chance – who was diagnosed with neuroblastoma in 2006. 

In an effort to make a difference, all three boutiques hosted a special shopping experiences from 6 to 9 p.m.featuring complimentary cocktails and lite bites, a dessert bar with The Ice Cream Bar spirited ice cream flavors, a photo booth, silent auction, giveaways, and special guests including Patrick’s mom Erin Chance, and much more. 20% of sales from all three stores along with 100% of proceeds from the silent auction will be donated to the Play for Patrick fund for Press On. 

Neighborhood favorites including Murphy’s, Genki Noodles and Sushi, Moe’s and Joe’s, Atlanta Activewear, TWELVE, Dakota J's, and Toscano & Sons Italian Market were also participating in An Evening in the Highlands and donating a percent of proceeds to Press On.  Additionally, golf lovers were invited to take advantage of a custom putting green at William Wren throughout the event where they can "Putt for Patrick" for the chance to win prizes.

Photos: Tomas Espinoza

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You're Invited: William Wren Grand Opening Celebration

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The best way to elevate any outfit is through your shoes and accessories. With that said, I am thrilled to be hosting the Grand Opening to the hottest shoe and accessory boutique [for men & women] in the city, William Wren in Virginia Highland. Marc Jacobs, Vince, Michael Kors, Alice + Olivia and Sperry are just some of the amazing brands waiting to embrace your feet and lift your style. Like these lovelies by Vince:

I hope you will join me on Thursday at William Wren. Enjoy complimentary signature cocktails, lite bites and music by DJ Pat O'Brien and of course, loads of fabulous, high end footwear & accessories! William Wren is the third Atlanta offering from Winter Hodges - a veteran retailer who also owns Winter Wren and 310 Rosemont in Virginia Highland (Winter Wren is across from Murphy’s. 310 is right by Genki and William Wren is located further down the street, but on the same block). 

*Make sure and also pop in at Winter Wren and 310 Rosemont who are both joining in the celebration and let's make it a Fashion Party Thursday in the Highlands!

But first,let's take a selfie ... NO, just kidding! You do however need to RSVP. Let us know you're coming... rsvp@carentwestpr.com

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My kind of WINTER!

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The Winter Wren grand opening: Live jazz, with a three-piece band set the soundtrack for the evening as guests sipped on complimentary Cathead Vodka cocktails and wine while enjoying fresh sushi and bites by Genki Noodles and Sushi. In addition to offering a 20% discount throughout the evening, Winter Wren also did special Free People giveaways throughout the evening. And, to help celebrate the opening of its sister store, 310 Rosemont (offering high-end men's and women's apparel located just steps away) treated shoppers and partygoers to Wild Heaven Craft Beers and delicious fare from Ocean Catering Company.  

The energy

at Winter Wren last night was as

fresh

as the clothes themselves. It was an amazingly fun evening...

Take a look!

[All photos:

Tomas Espinoza

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Season to season, Winter Wren will offer customers an array of expertly merchandised inventory from brands like Michael Stars, BB Dakota, Ella Moss, BCBGeneration, French Connection, Wildfox, Aryn K., Joie Soft, Double Zero, Addison, Tuile, Charlie Jade, Kensie, MM Couture, Greylin, Jack, Karlie, Umano, and Seven For All Mankind, as well as jewelry, shoes, and handbags from designers like Sam Edelman, Michael Kors, Rebecca Minkoff, UGG, Minnetonka, Jessica Wren, Hobo and Ty Jewelry.

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Free People's Diana Vaughan & Winter Hodges

Meeting the man of the hour, Winter Wren owner,

Winter Hodges

was also the highlight of the evening for me.

WOW

, doesn't even begin to describe this guy. Winter is the most charismatic person I may have ever met. We spoke and carried on for some time. His spirit, energy and demeanor is so pure, so authentic. Yes, I'm been captivated by Winter and I can't wait to return to Winter Wren and visit  310 Rosemont as well, just so we can chat some more. And shop of course! YOU must stop by both locations. 

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