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You’ve heard it before: less really is more
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Jim Howard and Lulu
Phoebe and Jim Howard hosted a fun book signing and cocktail reception at Max & Company to celebrate the release of “Lulu,” by designer-socialite Lulu de Kwiatkowski.
“I think everyone inside them has a little bit of style,” said de Kwiatkowski, owner of New York-based Lulu DK Fabrics see the site. “They need confidence.”
The mistake many folks make when trying to create inviting interiors?
“Not editing enough,” she said. “You want to feel like you can breathe.”
Phoebe Howard, who gave a quick tour through Max & Company, had similar advice. Her guidance brings to mind Coco Chanel’s famous advice before stepping out for the night - take one thing off. Likewise, Howard says people ought to think about displaying the best or favorite of their collection, not the whole collection.
The sipping and browsing crowd included David Coursey, Ann Davis, Paul Hagedorn, Kelly Hansen, Jesse Harrison, Suzanne Laurita, Liz McDermott, Angela Patrick and Mimi Williams.
The ‘Fly loves bow-ties
Since Memorial Day officially rings in seersucker weather, what better time to tell you about the latest doings of the Atlanta Bow Tie Society? Launched in 2007 to support teen-focused organizations during the December holiday season with gifts and gift certificates, held an April 20 reception at the home of Eleanor Ringel Cater, the AJC’s renowned former film critic.
Founding member Scott Willett, president of Willett Honda South, noted the important function the ABTS serves by reaching out to at-risk teenagers.
“I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard during the holiday season that Atlanta area shelters are full of Barbies, and children’s toys, with nothing for teenagers,” said Willet, who attended the reception with wife Kelly. “Someone needs to show these teenagers they care. More often than not, if we don’t, local gangs will.”
Tom Barton, from left, Scott Willett, Bill Tush and former U.S. Rep. Bob Barr at the Bow Tie bash at the home of Eleanor Ringel Cater in Atlanta.
Last December, ABTS donated gifts and gift certificates valued at more than $10,000 to three local charities. Guests at the reception included Libertarian Party presidential candidate Bob Barr, Tom Houck, Chris and Leanne Shaw, Ellenwood and Tom Barton, Lisa and Bill Tush and Anne and Dave Sapp.
The ABTS wants to recruit up to 150 members this year and plans to hold a membership reception this August, and a gala, the Atlanta Bow Tie Ball, in early December. To get involved e-mail atlantabowtie@hotmail.com.
Jean Marie Quarterman, from left, Nan Haverty, and Jennifer Christie-Gee at the event in Serenbe. Photo by Greg Newington
The scene down south
A fun crowd of ATL fabsters hit the road for the Serenbe community in Palmetto for the opening of the Newington Gallery, featuring the photography of Greg Newington, who greeted guests along with wife Maripat.
The weather was great so everyone stepped outside to enjoy Stephen Satterfield’s spread of wine, honeycomb, gourmet cheeses and nuts.
The crowd included Steve and Nancy Fallon, Meridy and Woody King, Katie and West Johnson, Michael and Deborah Bald, Christine and Curt Mann, Jean Marie and Alan Quarterman, Nan and Rawson Haverty, Laura and Jay Saad, Weedie and Mark Stowers, Sally and David Hopkins, Shelly and Cole Sawyer, Elizabeth and Neil Dobbs, Ann Marie and Vance White, Marie and Steve Nygren and Diana Conway.
Here and there
Silk, the Asian fusion restaurant in Midtown, hosted a farewell dinner for United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-Moon as he wrapped up his recent trip to Atlanta. Ban was joined by Korean Consul General Kwang Jae Lee. The dignitaries enjoyed a six-course meal of prosciutto salad, shark fin soup, assorted sushi, kobe steak, inaniwa udon noodles, and green tea mousse with gold flakes.
Suzanne Boas,left, with trip winner Elizabeth “Libby” Johnson and Peggy McCormick at the “Purse Strings” event. Photo by Ellen Nolen
Attorney Elizabeth Johnson will be jetting off to Tuscany after submitting the winning bid during “Purse Strings,” held April 30 at the Biltmore to benefit Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Greater Atlanta. More than 100 handbags, wallets and accessories from local artists and boutiques were auctioned during the event. The crowd included Atlanta Gas Light President Suzanne Sitherwood, Atlanta Development Authority president Peggy McCormick and Suzanne Boas, president of the CCCS of Greater Atlanta. …
Comments
By Mike
May 23, 2008 11:03 AM | Link to this
Why were none of the guests pictured at the Bow Tie Bash actually wearing bow ties?
By Social Butterfly
May 24, 2008 12:52 PM | Link to this
I wondered that myself!
By jim
August 15, 2008 2:11 PM | Link to this
does anybody but these pretencious jerks who are shown on this page actually give a flip about this?