Support the good being done by and for your community, in style. We collected the lovleiest looks for a fall season filled with charity galas, enlisting the help of four local event committee members and chairs to show you how to wear them best. Plus, Harrisburg-based company The JDK Group displays hot event design trends in The Bond, a new industrial-chic York venue. Read on to see all the elegant ensembles and to find out where to buy them locally.
In repose or on the dance floor, the perfect gown makes you feel comfortable at any event.
On Stacey: Nude mesh gown, $205, from Posh Bridal. Earrings, $226, and cuff bracelet, $244, from Tiger’s Eye. Shoes, $130, from Plum Bottom.
Let the dress stand alone. There is no need to over-accessorize when your gown has the perfect proportion of glamorous sequins.
On Carolyn Staszak: Beaded gown, $358, from Creative Elegance Boutique. Earrings, $22, and bracelets, $16-30, from Clemintines. Shoes, $180, from Plum Bottom.
A good cocktail dress and a great friend are all you need for the perfect night out!
On Carolyn Witwer: Red cocktail dress, $158, from Creative Elegance Boutique. Necklace, $58, and ring, $32, from Clemintines. Shoes, $190, from Plum Bottom. Gold beaded clutch , $120, from Tiger's Eye.
On Carolyn Staszak: Black silk pleated dress, $274, necklace, $280, and earrings, $115, from Tiger’s Eye. Square clutch, $65, and shoes, $180, from Plum Bottom.
Strike a more modern balance by pairing this bold red statement gown with minimalist metallic accessories.
On Lesli:Red lace dress, $475, from Renaissance Bridals. Rose gold cuff necklace, $244, and gold beaded clutch, $120, from Tiger’s Eye. Earrings, $22, from Clemintines.
Subtle lace details provide the perfect balance of classic and modern.
On Lesli: Black and gold lace dress, $450, from Renaissance Bridals. Earrings, $16, from Clemintines.
On Stacey: Black lace halter dress, $198, from Posh Bridal. Bracelets, $30, earrings, $22, flower brooch, $50, square brooch, $46, and circle brooch, $46, from Clemintines.
A woman’s gown should make a statement when she enters and when she leaves a room.
On Carolyn Witwer: Eggplant gown, $194, from Posh Bridal. Earrings, $22, from Clemintines.
Masterfully placed beadwork makes this cocktail dress a work of wearable art.
On Lesli: Nude and black beaded cocktail dress, $495, from Renaissance Bridals. Earrings, $22, from Clemintines.
When the scene is minimal,this sequined stunner offers maximum glamour.
On Carolyn Witwer: Metallic sequin gown, $495, from Renaissance Bridals. Earrings, $24, and ring, $40, from Clemintines.
Celebrate in timeless black lace.
On Carolyn Staszak: Black and nude lace cocktail dress, $399, from Renaissance Bridals. Rings, $12-40, and earrings, $22, from Clemintines.
Resources:
Clemintines Lititz / www.clemintineslititz.com / 717-626-6688 Creative Elegance Boutique Camp Hill / www.creativeeleganceboutique.com / 717-737-5400 Plum Bottom www.plumbottom.net / 717-651-1600 Posh Bridal www.poshbridal.com / 717-291-9894 Renaissance Bridals www.renaissancebridalsandprom.com / 727-846-0515 Tiger’s Eye www.tigerseyelititz.com / 717-627-2244 Hair and Makeup: Envy Studio / Lancaster / www.bnvied.com / 717-435-9343 Set Design: The JDK Group / Camp Hill and Lancaster / www.thejdkgroup.com / 717-730-4661 Venue: The Bond of York / 134 E. King St., York / www.thebondofyork.com
Special thanks to our models:
Stacey Wilson and Carolyn Witwer Co-chairs of American Cancer Society’s 23rd Annual Legacy Ball, “Mapping Out Cancer—Think Global, Give Local” Saturday, October 24 Lancaster Marriott at Penn Square Register at gala.acsevents.org Lesli Binford Publicity chair of Greystone Manor Therapeutic Riding Center’s The “Mane” Event Gala, “Ponies and Pearls” Saturday, October 24 Bent Creek Country Club, Lititz Register at www.greystonemanortrc.org Carolyn Staszak Committee member for Lancaster Day Care Center’s 100th Anniversary Night on the Town, “Night of the Century” Saturday, November 7 / Lancaster Country Club Register at www.ldcc.org
By Hilary Arthur / Photography by Donovan Roberts Witmer
