What to Wear Where: Lambert St. Louis Airport’s Art of Travel

Did you know you can enjoy local artist displays at our airport? Lambert-St. Louis International Airport has launched the Lambert Art and Culture Program, which strives to feature more art and cultural works in its terminals through permanent installations and temporary exhibits. This year, four artists have been commissioned to create a custom jewelry collection made out of reclaimed pieces of copper from Lambert’s original terminal roof, which was replaced in 2014. Why not make a point of ‘traveling’ to their exhibit the next time you’re en route somewhere?

The one-of-a-kind commissioned jewelry debuts at the fifth annual Art of Travel event, 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 1 in Terminal B. This year’s theme will celebrate the romance, glamour and mystery of Paris and feature local artists Lisa Colby, Peg Fetter, Adam Foster and Jenny Walker. Co-chairs are Susan Barrett, Kelly Peck and Dorte Probstein.

Be sure to catch the current exhibition, ‘Art of Travel: St. Louis Metalsmithing and Jewelry Design,’ featuring previous jewelry creations from the artists, on display in the Terminal 1 Ticketing Lounge through this fall.

Now, what to wear to the event? The evening will have a French theme, however, I predict most people will be coming after work, so business attire is certainly appropriate. Cocktail attire also is acceptable. If you want to incorporate the Parisian theme, an easy accessory would be a beret or a chic French-inspired outfit.

For more information about the event and the art and culture program, go to artoftravelstl.com.

[tricks of the trade]
Q| What do I need to know about successfully wearing the hot fashion trend, flared pants? Are there some do’s and don’ts for wearing them?
A| The flared pant, reminiscent of ‘70s bell bottoms, should be worn with high heels. Pointy toes are best, or even a platform wedge. The advantage of wearing this silhouette is that it lengthens the legs, creating height and a slim look. What to wear with it? A short/cropped top or fitted jacket, elongated tunic, or belted cardigan. It’s important to have a balanced look from head to toe, especially since the pants are wider below the knee.

[Ellen Soule is a public relations and fashion consultant. She is the St. Louis regional director for Fashion Group International.]