Designs by Kara Kihm

Sip and Shop

Come out to support The Clothes Rack and The Junior League May 19th

J McLaughlin Sip & Shop benefiting The Clothes Rack - Thursday, May 19th

J McLaughlin will offer 15% off an entire purchase to anyone who brings in a gently used J McLaughlin item, AND the item will be donated to The Clothes Rack. In addition, 15% of anything purchased during the event will be donated to the Junior League of Richmond!

As an added bonus, join us from 4-7PM for a glass of wine and treats from Champagne Taste Catering, compliments of Whitney Fero while you shop!

Jazz

Last night The Richmond Jazz Society hosted Wallace Roney. He was mentored by Miles Davis and has been performing since the age of 16. His Quintet certainly put on an Amazing show!

Mac was very excited that the restaurant not only served his favorite beer, but that you got to keep the glass.

Needless to say John and Mac left with boxes full of glasses.

The Girls.

Thanks John and Diana for the invitation! It was a wonderful evening!

The Erin Has Arrived

The Erin has arrived and my dear friend Mary B was sweet enough to throw it on for a pic right before our one hour power walk! I'm sure the last thing she wanted to do was change out of her sweats to take pics, but I am so grateful! It's always easier to get a feel for an outfit when somebody is modeling it! Thanks Mary B :)

The Erin in Navy and White is made of pique and cotton sateen.

Also not shown, the Erin will come in Tan Seersucker with a Pink Bow Belt.

Derby Day

Even though my favorite choice-Derby Kitten did not win, I have to say Derby day was a lot of Fun! Five friends and I attended the Richmond Ballet's Derby Party and we could not have asked for a better day! The Annapolis made it's debut in Black and White.

Of Course they served my favorite drinks- Mint Juleps, which were delicious and also made with Makers!

All the Girls bet on their favorite horse; however, I have to admit we chose our favorites based on the names and jockey uniforms! Good Choice Alden!

The People watching is always my favorite part of going to a festive party and this jacket definitely took the cake!

I loved the sitting arrangements. Perfect for the theme!

The Balcony over looking the James was beautiful!

After the race the dancing began and one gentleman was so happy to find a dance partner that he quickly forgot about his cane and tossed it onto the ground as he entered the dance floor!

Amanda must have that affect on men! I'm thinking the cane was just a prop after checking out his moves!

It was a wonderful Derby Day and I will definitely be attending next Year!

The Kentucky Derby

Tomorrow Millions of Fans will look forward to-The Kentucky Derby. The Derby is about Tradition and Fashion as much as it is about the sport.

"Over its 136-year history, the Kentucky Derby has amassed dozens of traditions that millions of Derby fans worldwide hold dear. From the iconic Twin Spires that overlook the track's famous homestretch to the potent mint juleps that infuse Derby Day with "spirit," traditions are an important part of the Derby experience. Every year, the Kentucky Derby Nation of fans looks forward to observing these storied rituals leading up to the "Greatest Two Minutes in Sports."

The Trophy of the Derby. It is made of 18 karat gold

The Garland of Roses

The Mint Julep is the Traditional Drink of the Derby, which happens to be my Fav! Good thing Mac has perfected a Mint Julep Recipe-Ready for this weekend!

Derby Style Watch

"When it comes to horse racing's premier event, the competition isn't limited to the track itself. The Kentucky Derby and its sister event, the Kentucky Oaks, are the only sporting events that are also fashion events. Derby attendees spend as much time and money on their race-day apparel as they do at the betting window -- maybe more!"

This Year Vineyard Vines is the official style of The Kentucky Derby! Do you have your Derby outfit?