It’s like a handbag convention and shopping mecca, only better! Join the fun at Old Bags, the ultimate girls night out, April 28 at the Hilton Frontenac, to benefit the Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition. Co-chairs are Holly Demerath and Connie Lohr. This year, the Coalition is celebrating its 25th anniversary and there will be a surprise addition to the party.
Guests can look forward to more than 500 new or gently used designer handbags in a silent auction, including bags from Louis Vuitton, Prada, Dior, Gucci, and Marc Jacobs, among many other sought-after labels. Ticket price includes hors d’oeuvres, an open bar and decadent chocolates. Mystery bags add to the fun, with chances to win a brand new designer bag costing $250.
Proceeds from the event support the Coalition’s important mission of finding forever families for children in foster care. It is dedicated to matching nurturing, caring families with all kids, no matter their age, emotional or developmental concerns, and to providing critical support services and training for foster/adoptive parents. Since 1989, the Coalition has found families for 2,500 children.
So, what to wear? The event is on a Tuesday night, and many will be coming from work. So work attire or a short evening dress is acceptable. The theme is pink and green—happy and bright colors. That means you should think floral prints—and, of course, be sure to bring your favorite handbag!
For more information on the Foster & Adoptive Care Coalition or Old Bags, please visit foster-adopt.org.
[tricks of the trade]
Q: Mod is back. what will that mean for curvier women?
A: This trend can be fun and easy to interpret. Look for pop-art prints, black and white patterns or solids, collared dresses, shift dresses, double-breasted jackets, fishnet tights, chunky low heels and patent leather boots. Take a retro piece and mix with a modern style. At a certain age, it’s probably best to leave the mini-skirt in your wardrobe archives.
[Ellen Soule is a public relations and fashion consultant. she is the St. Louis regional director for Fashion Group International.]
