THEORY Shopping Party

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Come out to THEORY on Saturday to shop & save while giving back to Doggies on the Catwalk and their benefiting charity, Canine Assistants. I have a little intel for you - I've been in THEORY a lot this week fitting models for Doggies on the Catwalk and I can tell you they just received a shipment  from NYC - lots of fabulous new clothes that will get you ready for the season! happy Shopping!

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Eat, Drink, Give with MetroFresh and SWOOX

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swoox doggies on the catwalk

Enjoy an art-full weekend of eating, drinking and giving from Midtown to Buckhead. Kick off your TGIF at MetroFresh in Midtown with "Tacos and Sangria." MetroFresh owner Mitchell Anderson is supporting Doggies on the Catwalk with his rockstar husband Richie Arpino, who is walking in the show on May 6, by donating 10% of the day's sales to Canine Assistants. Join us! We'll have service dogs there and a really really good time.

On Saturday, head over to SWOOX in Buckhead where the fun continues! Join Jenn Balcos as she presents the mixed-media works of artist Todd Alexander. Sip on champagne while giving back to Doggies on the Catwalk and on May 6, come to The Shops Buckhead Atlanta and see Jenn rock looks by COS and Akris.

Support Richie and Jenn by donating to their campaigns or buying tickets to Doggies on the Catwalk!

JENN: https://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/jennifer-balcos/doggies-on-the-catwalk-2017

RICHIE: https://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/richie-arpino/doggies-on-the-catwalk-2017

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Kendra Scott Gives Back for Doggies on the Catwalk

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Modern Luxury publishers D'anne Cagle Heckert and Jenna Muller are ready to take to the catwalk in the 10th annual Doggies on the Catwalk but first, they invite you to a fabulous pawty they are hosting at Kendra Scott! 

Join D'anne and Jenna on Wednesday April 19th for a Kendra Gives Back party. Buy yourself something pretty at Kendra Scott or customize your own piece! 20% of the proceeds benefit Canine Assistants. (So buy a lot!)

Support in style and come shop with us! Make sure and get your tickets to Doggies on the Catwalk and cheer on D'anne and Jenna as they sashay in the latest looks by Alice + Olivia, Theory and Les Copains on May 6 at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta.

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Prepping for Doggies on the Catwalk 2017

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I walked into Nars, Les Copains, Tod's Theory, Monck Mason, Louboutin, Alice + Olivia, Canali, Planet Blue and Kit and Ace yesterday, Saturday April 8. I wasn't shopping but I was on a mission. But let's back this up first. [My] day started with a visit to doggie couture boutique Bark Fifth Ave. It's located in Buckhead and the showroom is a designer hotspot for all things canine. Owner, Ashley Daniele is walking in Doggies on the Catwalk and threw a "Pawty" to raise funds for Canine Assistants. She served "bark-tinis' for the pups and bubbles for her guests.

My partner, Alex Page, who is also waking in Doggies on the Catwalk and is its co-chair, was with me. From Bark Fifth Ave, Alex and I headed over to The Shops Buckhead. Our goal was to visit all the brands who've partner with me for the event. We perused the showrooms and there are some very fabulous clothes in all of them! Looking through it all gives me a better idea about the runway theme and line up.

It's going to be a great runway with 20+ models and over 40 looks! This is the biggest runway show to date for Doggies on the Catwalk. [And if I'm excited] YOU should be too! Tickets are selling fast and they are only $50. Buy them HERE and see you on May 6, 2017!

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Meet & Greet with the Service Dogs from Doggies on the Catwalk

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(l-r) Tracye Hutchins, Michelle Crosland, Alex Myvett, Ashley Daniele, Corey Danga, Rebecca Walden, E. Vincent Martinez, Alex Page. [photos by David Scott Photography]

(l-r) Tracye Hutchins, Michelle Crosland, Alex Myvett, Ashley Daniele, Corey Danga, Rebecca Walden, E. Vincent Martinez, Alex Page. [photos by David Scott Photography]

Last weekend, a small group of models walking in the 10th Annual Doggies on the Catwalk, met Grace Murphy and myself at the Canine Assistants farm. [We] wanted everyone to meet the amazing doggies... these service dogs and future service dogs that are just so wonderful.. but of course, we all got a massive case of puppy fever! Look through the slide show below and you'll see why!

I felt it was important for models to get a tour of Canine Assistants, meet their dogs and learn from Grace about their mission. While Doggies on the Catwalk is a fun time, our cause runs much deeper than fashion and cocktails. Understanding the role of service dogs and how they help, improve and impact lives gave models a better perspective about their own role in respect to Doggies on the Catwalk.

If you haven't purchased your tickets for Doggies on the Catwalk on May 6 at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta OR you simply wish to make a donation, just click on the button below. 

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#BTS with Doggies on the Catwalk at Swoox

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The Doggies on the Catwalk photo shoot is always one of my favorite parts leading up to the event. It's fun and spontaneous, regardless of how much planning, because the pups often want to strike their own pose.

We scheduled the shoot for the ad, which will run in several of Modern Luxury's publications and in various media outlets, last week at Swoox. The curated consignment boutique, located in Buckhead, served as the ideal backdrop for the shoot. I wanted a casual look in a posh setting - Swoox was perfect - Jenn Balcos from Swoox, who is walking the 'catwalk' this year, made sure of that. Alex Page, also walking the 'walk' was there to oversee, manage, style, curate and most of all, support his boyfriend - Me!

This would be the third time photographer Tomas Espinoza shoots the Doggies on the Catwalk ad. He's got a keen photographic vision and the talent to back it up. The final image will most definitely be out-of-this-world! 

Last, but most certainly not least, Grace Murphy of Canine Assistants brought her army of handlers and furry friends - two Golden Retrievers and one Golden Doodle - all service dogs of course. When the doggies weren't modeling, they just laid on the Swoox floor and napped.

I styled the shoot to embrace an athleisure aesthetic by wearing a cashmere hoodie from Kit and Ace, slim cut trousers by Theory and for a pop of color and wow factor, tapestry-made kicks from Monck Mason. My jewelry was David Yurman. I reclined on the Swoox sofa while Tomas strategically placed the dogs around me. They loved the camera and posed like the rockstars that they are!

Doggies on the Catwalk is on May 6 at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta. I'm very proud to announce that it is our tenth anniversary! Please support us and buy your tickets. HERE

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Holiday Shopping at The Shops Buckhead Atlanta

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Give the gift of designer luxury this holiday season and get back some... This year, The Shops Buckhead Atlanta is excited to announce a spend $500 get $100 promotion. There is something for the entire stylish family, even the kids! See below:

Gifts for Her:

·       Alice + Olivia: RIC Hello Goodbye Sweater - $330

·       Alice + Olivia: Stace Face Sequin Sweater - $330

·       ETRO: Hand painted floral leather biker jacket with dragon embroidered back patch - $2380

·       Brunello Cucinelli: Cashmere Boucle Houndstooth Sweater - $3,575

·       Brunello Cucinelli: Alpaca, wool, cashmere and silk striped cardigan with lurex - $2,095

·       Christian Louboutin: Tudor Sandal - $1,295

·       Christian Louboutin: Jacqueline De - $1,095

·       Montcler: “Annette” long red coat - $2,815

·       Montcler: Coronide bomber - $1,370

 

Treat Yo’ Self:

·       ETRO: Dragon embroidered cross body purse - $5,920

·       Georgetown Cupcakes: Christmas and Holiday Collection Dozen - $35/dozen

·       Brunello Cucinelli: Alpaca Check Scarf - $795

·       Brunello Cucinelli: Monili Bucket Bag - $3,745

·       Christian Louboutin: Shoepeaks Clutch - $3,500

·       Christian Louboutin: Panettone Wallet - $570

·       Davidoff: Lounge Membership - Visit or call for pricing

·       Davidoff: Aniversario No.3 Tubos - $27.35 - $547.00

·       Davidoff: Royal Release - $60.30 - $1975.00

·       AKRIS: Signature textile small leather goods – starting at $275

 

Gifts for Him:

·       ETRO: Blue ocean silk pocket square - $125

·       ETRO: Mixed media patchwork monk strap shoes - $900

·       Bonobos: Velvet Burgundy Blazer - $500

·       Bonobos: Donegal Suede Elbow Patch High Crew – Navy - $128 

·       Vilebrequin: Moorea Snowboard Bunnies swim trunk - $250

·       Vilebrequin: Moorea Bears on Ice swim trunk - $250

·       Vilebrequin: Moorea Christmas swim trunk - $250

·       Montcler: “Anthony” wool coat - $7,925

·       Moncler: “Charles” ski jacket - $6,550

·       Lindbergh: Pile Collar Jacket - $252

·       Lindbergh: The Biker Jacket - $711

·       Lindbergh: Roll Rib Neck Knit - $81

 

For the Kids:

·       Vilebrequin: Moorea Snowboard Bunnies swim trunk - $120 - $140

·       Vilebrequin: Moorea Bears on Ice swim trunk - $120 - $140

·       Vilebrequin: Moorea Christmas swim trunk - $120 - $140

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