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Join Us For Past Perfect’s Red Carpet Reception

In Designers, Events, Fashion, Updates on September 19, 2011 at 5:47 pm

As Fashion Week Tampa Bay 2011 begins, it is only appropriate that we take a day to pay a tribute to all the fashion designers that have become before us. Tomorrow (Tuesday, September 20) at 7pm Tampa Bay Fashion Week 2001 will be kicking of its week with Past Perfect: A Celebration of Vintage Designs 1820. Join us to celebrate some amazing vintage fashion, while enjoying hors d’oeuvres and champagne at the Art Institute of Tampa.

With an assortment of garments from Halston, Ceil Chapman, Chanel and so many more this evening will truly be Past Perfect. This evening of vintage garments will leave you speechless and craving more of Fashion Week Tampa Bay 2011. With so many breathtaking garments, dating all the way be to 1890s, this event is not one to miss!

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Terri Funaro ~ Fashion Designer

In Designers, Events, Fashion on September 16, 2011 at 2:04 am

This fall Tampa Bay Fashion week is please to have Terri Funaro showcasing on the runway again. Last year’s showcase of elegant evening and bridal wear was a true pleasure to watch!

Having 15 years in the fashion industry, Terri is truly a veteran in the game and one to watch. Terri began her career in New York and since relocating to Tampa, Terri has spent her time designing bridal wear, all while instructing at the International Academy of Design and Technology. Terri has used her talent to create some breathtaking, sophisticated bridal gowns, pageant dresses, prom gowns, mother-of-the-bride and bridesmaid dresses. Her ability to make beautiful gowns that are flattering and wearable brings beautiful designs to all women. From the length, to the color and style, any one of Tampa’s socialites can find the perfect gown for whatever event she has on her fall/winter calender.

Last year’s use of neutral, beautiful shades of champagnes and grays leaves us wondering what amazing gowns Terri will grace us with at this year’s show. Can’t wait!

~ Yolanda

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Pretty City in Our City

In Events, Fashion on September 15, 2011 at 10:38 am

Tampa Bay Pretty City

Pretty City is a website devoted to the belief that beauty is more than skin deep and that taking care of the physical body is just as important as taking care of the soul. We couldn’t agree more. With values such as honesty and truth in beauty, and a commitment to giving back, we are proud to have Pretty City as a sponsor of Tampa Bay Fashion Week 2011 for the fourth year! Founder Carolyn Brundage and her team at Pretty City are committed to making women prettier in some small way all while saving us money on products and services we need to look and feel our best.

The comprehensive database on the Pretty City website includes many of the country’s top spas, salons and med spas.  A variety of products and services are offered, plus a list of upcoming events at each of these venues in cities such as New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Boston and Tampa Bay.  It is a complete beauty, leisure and wellness website where you can check out editorial reader and product reviews as well as service discounts and read about current trends. Serious beauty aficionados can even register on the Pretty City website as a VIPretty contributor – I hear the perks are lovely!

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House of Donshey

In Designers, Events, Fashion on September 14, 2011 at 9:36 am

Dolly Donshey

As every fashionista knows, no outfit is complete without accessorizing. That is exactly what Tampa Bay Fashion Week featured designer, Dolly Donshey, creates. From unique hats to a jewelry collection launched earlier this month, her work can best be described as one-of-a-kind wearable art.

Piece from Fall 2011 Lola Collection

Dolly Donshey began her career studying under the renowned Jan Wutkowski, alumni of the Melbourne School of Millinery in Australia. This is when Dolly discovered her passion for hat making and designing which eventually led to the establishment of House of Donshey Custom Millinery in January 2009.

Dolly Donshey Headpieces

Upon completion of her first full collection, Dolly began to heavily promote her inventive hat lines while working towards the goal of becoming Florida’s number one milliner and introducing her designs around the world. Since debuting, her designs have been featured on Fox 13 as well as in several local and regional fashion shows and magazine publications.

We look forward to seeing Dolly Donshey’s unique pieces on the runway as her Fall 2012 “Cycles” collection premieres on September 23rd at Tampa Bay Fashion Week.

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Model Behavior Cocktail Reception

In Events, Fashion on September 12, 2011 at 1:32 pm

Element Downtown Tampa

Tampa Bay Fashion Week 2011 is almost here and that means it’s almost time for the Model Behavior Cocktail Reception. On Wednesday, September 21,  from 6-9pm we will be celebrating Tampa Bay Fashion Week’s signature mixer event at Element Luxury Hi-Rise Apartments on 808 N. Franklin Street in Downtown Tampa. Join us and meet Cambria spokesperson Cheryl Tiegs – the iconic supermodel who has graced the pages of magazines such as Vogue, Glamour, Elle and Sports Illustrated.

Cheryl Tiegs

Mix and mingle with Fashion Week sponsors, designers, models and the fashion glitterati. Snag a photo opportunity with one of the featured models or designers while enjoying hors d’oeuvres, a complimentary bar and an amazing view of downtown. You may even walk away the recipient of a fabulous raffle prize. The Model Behavior Cocktail Reception is an event that you won’t want to miss!

Visit http://fashionweektampabay2011-autohome.eventbrite.com/ to purchase tickets before the big night.

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How I Celebrate A Birthday

In Events on September 6, 2011 at 10:59 am

About a week ago, I said farewell to one of my most favorite years to date and hello to another birthday. My birthday involved three celebrations (unsure how that happened – but no complaints): 1. Attended a Tampa Bay Rays game with my family, 2. Ate an Italian dinner and tiramisu cake with my boyfriend, and 3. Went out to Ciro’s Speakeasy and Supper Club with friends. Ciro’s is a 1930s prohibition-era restaurant/bar located in South Tampa. It was perfect for a classy birthday celebration! After we gave the password at the door, they brought us inside to our booth. The booths are curtained-off lounge areas with nesting cocktail tables, L-shaped benches and a lot of pillows. Quite cozy! To top it off, all of their food and drinks go with their 1930s speakeasy theme. Cheese fondue, duck fries and the Tryst cocktails were my top three faves! Overall… I love their efforts on being a hidden bar during the prohibition era! Totally recommend going there for a date night or girls night out! Just be sure to make a reservation.


Sometimes all you really need are those fun nights with friends. You know… the ones you’ll chat about over and over again. That’s one of the reasons why I’m on the Tampa Bay Fashion Week team – to help create memorable moments for not only myself, but for everyone to enjoy!

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Havana Nights a Huge Success!

In Events, Updates on July 23, 2009 at 5:17 pm

Young professionals gathered on Saturday night, June 18th, at the Tampa Bay History Center in downtown Tampa for Havana Nights, hosted by Business Buddies.

Havana Nights

Havana Nights

Havana Nights

Business Buddies, a social networking organization that provides opportunities for young professionals through special events and fundrasiers, benefits Best Buddies Tampa.

The venue mirrored a casino with BlackJack, Poker, Roulette and Craps tables, along with a full bar, delicious hors d’oeuvres and casino slots.

Havana Nights

Havana Nights captured a festive evening full of coveted prizes via silent auctions and raffles, live entertainment, lots of mingling, networking and fabulous style!

Havana Nights

Havana Nights

Havana Nights

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Business Buddies Bring Havana to Tampa Bay

In Events on July 14, 2009 at 12:22 am

Business Buddies, a social networking group that benefits Best Buddies of Tampa (one of Fashion Week Tampa Bay’s beneficiaries) will host their 2nd annual Havana Nights casino party at The Tampa Bay History Center this Saturday, July 18th. Young business professionals will have the chance to mingle, win prizes and have a great time all the while supporting a great cause! Best Buddies of Tampa contributes to the well-being of the citizens of our community so come with your salsa shoes and poker face ready to help support this fabulous event.

After all, helping others and having fun at the same time is always in style!

For more information and to purchase your tickets CLICK HERE

Business Buddies Havana Nights EMB

Check out pics and fun from the 2008 Havana Nights event:

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