The Black Dress Traveler

Little Black Dresses & Red Hot Jazz: Divas Night Out at Jazz at Lincoln Center

Wow, what a night - little black dresses and red hot jazz are a sizzling combination! Last night, The Black Dress Traveler was thrilled to host an elegant divas night out at Jazz at Lincoln Center. A dynamic and diverse group of ladies, many decked out in stylish little black dresses, joined me for pre-concert cocktails and hors d'oeuvres in the private Patrons Lounge. We mixed and mingled while enjoying delicious red velvet cupcakes courtesy of Desserts by Sasha and mini-makeovers by Brown Candy Designs. I worked with my friends at Bath Junkie (voted Best Beauty Store by NY Magazine) to custom blend a special Jazz Diva scent for the occasion and each guest was able to spritz themselves with this sexy fragrance and received a gift of bubbling bath crystals.

After the reception, we sashayed over to our seats in the first three rows of the orchestra section to enjoy a lively musical tribute celebrating the centennial of the First Lady of Jazz, pianist and composer Mary Lou Williams. Tennis legend Billie Jean King hosted this phenomenal performance by Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra. Maybe it was my imagination, but I think that the sight of gorgeous women filling the front rows and our intoxicating Jazz Diva scent inspired the JALC orchestra to swing just a bit harder!

What a Party: Shop & Sip in New York City

Last night I had a great time hosting Shop & Sip: The Ultimate Retail Escape.  The New York Post correctly called the soiree the “girliest event of the week.” A diverse group of dynamic ladies gathered at the private and elegant Williams Club for an evening of retail therapy paired with wine, chocolate, hors d'oeuvres, and networking. Attendees also enjoyed mini-makeovers and other pampering treatments and consultations.

The fantastic participating vendors featured Om Aroma & Co. anti-aging luxury organic spa and skincare, selve custom shoes, Neero & Ana Satin Hydration Therapy Pillowcases, American Laser Centers, Rainey Day New York artisan jewelry and accessories, She's Got Papers inspirational stationary, Eve's Eye Candy, and R. Williams fashionable preppy tote bags and backpacks, Brown Candy Designs makeup artists & stylists, and Belles Fleurs de Daiva gift items for the home and semi-precious jewelry.

Enjoy a few photos from this great evening!
(photos: Glenn Mann)

    

 

So Chic and Fun: Riviera Rendezvous at Allegretti

Thank you to all of the gorgeous bon vivants who attended my Riviera Rendezvous at Allegretti restaurant in New York City. Not even a pesky rainstorm could dampen our spirits!  For 2 hours the hustle and bustle of the Big Apple disappeared as we enjoyed Chef Alain Allegretti's delicious hors d'oeuvres, sipped Riviera Rum Splash cocktails & Rose wine, and were pampered with mini facial and hand treatments courtesy of Lierac Paris skincare. Merci to Allegretti for hosting this very special evening.

  

 

 

 

  

 

Selve Swept Me Off of My Feet!

The Black Dress Traveler was absolutely delighted to be the guest of honor at an elegant champagne reception at selve shoes in Red Bank, New Jersey. The perfect little black dress deserves a perfect pair of shoes and selve specializes in made-to-measure bespoke footwear. Headquartered in Munich with a second store in London, the Red Bank store is selve's first location in the U.S. 

I had such a great time oohing and aaahing over the gorgeous selve footwear and meeting so many of the dynamic and gracious Red Bank businesswomen. Even Mrs. Red Bank attended! Thank you selve for an unforgettable and special evening!

DonnaLyn Giegerich (Mrs. Red Bank), The Black Dress Traveler, and Karin Lund (Owner, selve)

What a Party! The Black Dress Traveler Launch Party

Adventure loving dressaholics (and the men who love us) joined the Black Dress Traveler on March 13th for an evening of Hot Dresses and Cool Drinks at the Kathlin Argiro Showroom in the heart of New York City's Garment District.  Thank you to everyone who attended my launch party and made it a night to remember!

In addition to dress designer Kathlin Argiro, special guests included Shaye Strager (Celebrity Stylist & CBS 2 Trends Tracker), Sarina Jain (the Jane Fonda of India and Creator of the Masala Bhangra Workout) and Trish Rubin (Brand Manager for Bath Junkie and author of Trish Rubin's New York Minute).  

Guests sipped delicious Barefoot Wine and Bubbly, feasted on gourmet cheeses from Nolita House, prettied up with 5-minute makeup touch-ups from Thevi Cosmetics, and ended on a sweet note with decadent brownies from the Treats Truck.

All guests received a special gift from Bath Junkie (New York Magazine's 2009 pick for Best Beauty Store) of scented bubbling bath crystals and fortune cookie soaps. Bath Junkie also presented the Black Dress Traveler with a special gift: a black robe in a traveling case that is perfect for my next getaway! STG Tours and Italian Days provided guests with information on exciting travel destinations.   

Enjoy the photos!

       

 Duvall O'Steen ( World Gold Council), Wanda Mann (The Black Dress Traveler) and Shaye Strager (Celebrity Stylist and CBS 2 Trends Tracker)

 

Kathlin Argiro, Elizabeth Derbes, and Wanda Mann.  

 

Sarina Jain (aka the Jane Fonda of Bollywood and creator of Masala Bhangra fitness) with 2 admirers.

 

What a pretty trio!

 

More gorgeous guests!

 

Trish Rubin (Bath Junkie) and Wanda at the treats tree!

Bath Junkie presents Wanda with a little black travel robe.

 

   

 

Thevaki Thambirajah, founder of the fantastic THEVI Cosmetics.

 

Join The Black Dress Traveler for Hot Dresses & Cool Drinks at the Kathlin Argiro Showroom

SOLD OUT!

Don't miss The Black Dress Traveler Official Launch Party!

Friday, March 13

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Kathlin Argiro Showroom

265 West 37th Street, 7th Floor. New York City.

Wine & Cheese will be served.

Courtesy of Bath Junkie, NYC's best beauty store, guests will receive a sample of Spicy Georgia Peach scented bubbling bath crystals. (while supplies last) Read about how this scent was inspired and created.

THEVI Cosmetics will offer 5 minute makeup touch-ups.

No charge to attend. RSVP required. To reserve your space, please send an e-mail to wanda@blackdresstraveler.com by Friday, March 6.

Communicating in cyberspace is great but the Black Dress Traveler is all about getting out and enjoying life! Yes, I am encouraging you, my wonderful readers, to leave the computer behind for a few hours and join me for a fun and chic evening of hot dresses and cool drinks at designer Kathlin Argiro's showroom in the heart of Manhattan's garment district.

       

A dressaholic's best friend, Kathlin Argiro's designs have been worn by many celebrities, including fashion authority Stacy London and news anchor Katie Couric. Designs from her ready-to-wear collection have been featured in VOGUE, In Style, Women's Wear Daily and The Washington Post. I am a big fan of Kathlin's chic and travel-friendly jersey wrap dresses that flatter all figures and are priced at a recession-friendly $95. Argiro has also earned rave reviews for her bridesmaid, graduation, and evening dresses.

Have dress - will travel, I always say, so I have invited STG Tours and  Italian Days (Iyengar Yoga Retreat in Sicily) to the party to give us inspiration for our next getaway!

Hope to see you on March 13!