#WeAreOrlando

Like most of the nation, I woke up Sunday morning to the news of the Orlando shooting. I watched CNN in shock, horror and disgust as the nightmare at Pulse nightclub unfolded. I've shed many tears over the lives stolen by this murderer. I changed my Facebook profile pic, "liked" many statuses and retweeted many tweets. And while this may not change anything, it is a part of my mourning process - a way to show solidarity. The Orlando shooting is an absolutely heartbreaking event and today before I publish any fashion posts, I felt it was more important to honor the victims by sharing Anderson Cooper's emotional CNN tribute.

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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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Street Style: Doggies on the Catwalk

Stylish looks went beyond the runway and onto the streets at the 9th Annual Doggies on the Catwalk. The Shops Buckhead Atlanta boasted a crowd of fitted blazers, designer shades and red-soled heels. Dressing for an outdoor event in Hotlanta in June is not the easiest thing, but these fine folks did and did it well. *Photos by Kennyatta Collins / Premier XI Photography.

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Best Instagrams of #DoggiesonTheCatwalk 2016

Because I'm a little speechless and a lot of tired after a very successful Doggies on the Catwalk, for now, I'll let Instagram do the talking! Thank you to everyone for the support!!

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Happening Tonight: Doggies on the Catwalk 2016

The 9th Annual DOGGIES ON THE CATWALK struts its stuff tonight at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta! Our wonderful, philanthropic models will be in the latest looks by Akris, Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet, COS, Christian Louboutin, Les Copains, Theory, Tod's and Planet Blue. But it's their best accessory who'll steal the show, the DOGS! We have Service Dog Golden Retrievers, Doodles, Black Labs, Red Retrievers, a black Golden Retriever AND the crowd pleasers - PUPPIES!

Online ticket sales have closed but no worries... We'll be set up at check-in to sell $50 tickets for entry to Doggies on the Catwalk! You'll enjoy tuna poke from Doraku, signature cocktails and wine, an amazing silent auction and of course, the fashion show!

See you tonight!

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CAMPUS MOVIEFEST ANNOUNCES DATES FOR TERMINUS, JUNE 16 - 19, 2016

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Campus MovieFest, the world’s largest student film festival, has announced the dates for the inaugural TERMINUS - a four-day event dedicated to bringing together young creatives and industry professionals for the best of film, TV and gaming. Taking place June 16 through 19, 2016 at the Marriott Marquis in Downtown Atlanta and throughout the city, TERMINUS will feature hands-on workshops, educational panels, game design expos, exclusive film and TV screenings, live-play tournaments, awards, chances to rub elbows and network with celebrities and industry leaders, and much more. Ideas United, producers of TERMINUS and creators of Campus MovieFest, chose Atlanta to launch TERMINUS based in large part to the city’s ongoing dedication to supporting and cultivating the entertainment industry.

“We are excited to bring the TERMINUS experience to Atlanta, where we started Campus MovieFest 16 years ago" says David Roemer, CEO & Co- Founder of Ideas United. “We’re thrilled to create an unforgettable opportunity for thousands of students and professionals from across the country that are looking for new ways to create and share with the world.”

The four-day experience creates the ultimate platform for emerging talents and industry professionals alike to take their art and careers to the next level. TERMINUS grew from Campus MovieFest (CMF), the world’s largest student film festival that started in 2001 when four students at Emory University provided their peers with everything they needed to make movies in one week. CMF has since featured more than 1,000,000 students at colleges and universities worldwide. Each participant in the inaugural TERMINUS film festival will also receive all the necessary technology and training to tell their stories for free, thanks to corporate partners and schools. Past winners have walked away with over $2 million in prizes and seen their films on screens big and small. Campus winners will move on to compete at TERMINUS, earn professional and educational opportunities, and see their work at the Cannes Film Festival, in-flight on Virgin America, and much more.

Attendees will receive an all-access badge, giving them first-come, first-served access to participate in hands-on workshops, educational panels, game design expos, exclusive film and TV screenings, live-play tournaments and so much more. Certain activities may require pre-registration and/or additional fees. Badges are available online at www.terminusevent.com

TERMINUS is produced by Ideas United and sponsored by Adobe, Panasonic, Google, Sennheiser, The Elfenworks Foundation and more. Visit www.terminusevent.com for the most up-to-date information.

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The CABANA SOUTHAMPTON POP-UP is BACK!

CABANA SOUTHAMPTON, the summer popup at 53 Jobs Lane in Southampton, returns for a second summer season. Cabana is a conceptual store where fashion, art, and culture coexist. 

Cabana serves as a resource for expertly curated luxury items for the sophisticated and educated consumer who finds themself in The Hamptons during the summer season. The shop, which first opened in May 2015, carries a mix of women’s, men’s, and home designers brought to you from cities around the globe like Hong Kong, London, Los Angeles, Marrakech, Paris, and Tokyo as well as our fashion capital hometown, New York City. 

Cabana’s minimal gallery-like interiors are outfitted with works by Chris Martin, Leo Gabin, Rob Pruitt, Tony Lewis & Walead Beshty. 

Frequented by a celebrity clientele including the likes of Nicola Peltz, Kelly Ripa, Hilary Rhoda, Sean Avery, David Arquette, and Tory Burch the summertime shop is a must-stop destination for any East End bound shoppers this summer 2016 season. 

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