Charleston Fashion Week Finale Gala
Charleston Fashion Week 2008 ended in style with the much anticipated red
carpet finale gala. If you could make it past the masses flooding the
front door, you found yourself in what people kept calling “The Party of
the Year.”
As I made my way inside the party with CFW celebrity emcee Finesse
Mitchell, I immediately knew something great was about to happen. Not only
was I hanging out with a former SNL cast member, but the place looked
amazing.
Heather Barrie Ahern of Gathering Event + Floral Design filled the The night began with a fantastic hip-hop routine to Janet Jackson’s (SHE’S The finale gala was a perfect combination of socializing, paparazzi See ya next year(March 24-28 2009) under the tents.
tent with natural tones, organic-themed lounges, and creative decor. The
overall bungalow feel of the party gave guests a perfect ending to a busy
week. Cozy elevated lounges, outside seating, and warm lighting throughout
the tent made you feel like you were in a tropical getaway.
Catering provided a delectable assortment of sushi, oysters, mussels,
gazpacho shooters, and savory hors d’oeuvres. I asked the talented
Heather about her inspiration behind the party theme, and she replied, “The
party was an eclectic mix of sleek elements and organic style.”
BACK) “Feedback” by the sexy USC dancers that I almost missed, but received
a text message from Charleston Magazine’s style editor
informing me to make my way to the dance floor. After witnessing this wildly entertaining performance, DJ Arthur Brothers continued the party spinning hot tunes while keeping the dance floor packed all night long.
photo-ops, and dancing from start to finish, which gave guests an out of
A portion of the proceeds from the entire week went to Dress for Success,
