Game Change Brings Movie's Top Players to DC
The Newseum hosts the much-anticipated Game Change premiere.
April 30, 2012
Sarah Paulson and Julianne Moore
Washington and Hollywood joined forces at the Newseum for the premiere of the HBO film Game Change. Based on the best-selling book of the same name by Mark Halperin and John Heilemann, the film centers on the historic 2008 presidential campaign. Julianne Moore, who portrays Sarah Palin, arrived on a blue carpet abuzz with paparazzi, glowing in a plunging green Tom Ford dress alongside costar Sarah Paulson. Screenwriter Danny Strong, director Jay Roach, and executive producers Tom Hanks and Gary Goetzman were also in attendance. Washington power players and celebs enjoyed a cocktail reception before the screening, where notables like Steve Schmidt, John McCain's head campaign strategist (portrayed in the film by Woody Harrelson), White House Social Secretary Jeremy Bernard, and MSNBC's Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski were spotted among the crowd.
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Big Miracle Premieres in DC
The District draws a crowd with a big miracle for whales.
February 27, 2012
Drew Barrymore made flashbulbs pop, after arriving in style at AMC Loews Georgetown for the premiere of Big Miracle, a film based on a true story of efforts to free trapped whales in Alaska. Barrymore, stunning in Ports 1961 column dress, stayed close to fiancé Will Kopelman all evening long. Post-screening, the couple headed to Sequoia for the after-party, hosted by Universal Pictures and the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors—a national non-profit organization which provides services to military families. Local celebrity chef Robert Wiedmaier served up sea-inspired dishes, including Alaskan sockeye salmon.
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Recap: The Meridian Ball
One of the District’s most noteworthy evenings delivered plenty of glitz and glamour.
December 01, 2011
Susanna Quinn and Mary Ourisman
It was an evening of dinners, desserts, and dancing as guests reveled at the Meridian Ball. The 43rd annual event, held at the stately Meridian House, drew VIPs and a significant cross-section of Washington’s powerful elite, many of whom enjoyed the gorgeous fall evening under twinkling lights on the expansive patio, sipping Champagne and cocktails and nibbling delectable treats. However, plenty of guests also flocked to the tented dance floor, where DJ Pitch One had partygoers excitedly grooving to the music, everyone from media heavyweights to business leaders (even political notables and diplomats weren’t shy about taking a spin). The Meridian Ball always proves to be one of the most festive events of the social season, and the fashionable set never fails to impress with floor-length gowns and dapper tuxedoes as far as the eye can see. Proceeds from the ball go toward events and programs designed by Meridian International Center to strengthen international understanding and to foster the open exchange of cultural ideas in the spirit of a unified global existence.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY TONY POWELL
Shopping Savant: District Sample Sale
DC stylistas prowled through District Sample Sale to benefit the E.L. Haines Charter School
April 05, 2011
A whirlwind scene of fashion frenzy unfolded on L Street, Northwest, as a swarm of D.C.’s style-hungry bargain hunters flocked to the 2011 District Sample Sale to scoop up massive deals and steals and, of course, to support a charitable cause. The sold-out shopping extravaganza featured 27 stores vowing to clean last season’s goods off shelves and provide a sneak peak of spring trends. While scanning the racks, shoppers also nibbled hors d'oeuvres, sipped cocktails and participated in a fashion-focused silent auction and raffle.
Since its 2006 founding by Shannon Haley, Liberty Jones, Jayne Sandman, Barbara Martin and Mary Amons, DSS has donated $216,500 to its causes. At this year’s event, every $500 raised provided an E.L. Haines Charter School student with a laptop.
Helping Hand: Donna Karan
Donna Karan received a Humanitarian of the Year award for her work with ShelterBox.
March 04, 2011
Bill Decker, Donna Karan and Tom Henderson
An exclusive group of VIPs and notables gathered at the Liaison Capitol Hill to honor American fashion designer Donna Karan, recipient of the Humanitarian of the Year Award for her philanthropic efforts with ShelterBox USA and the disaster in Haiti. “This was a call to action,” Karan said, enlisting celebrities and fashion designers like Mary J. Blige and Ralph Lauren to launch an ongoing initiative to assist the cause. “It’s not about the clothes you’re wearing, it’s about making a difference,” she said.
ShelterBox is the largest international disaster relief organization that provides shelter, clean water and lifesaving amenities for those in need. The American fashion icon joined ShelterBox founder Tom Henderson and board chariman Bill Decker in spreading awareness about the foundation’s mission..
A Fashionable Night
Nicole Miller Helps Highlight Mission of Children’s National Medical Center
December 03, 2010
Right: Rich Dinning and Nicole Miller
More than 200 guests attended a private cocktail event with fashion designer Nicole Miller as she unveiled her design concept for an exclusive jewelry collection directly benefiting Children’s Medical Center. Guests sipped bubbly while shopping Miller’s jewelry and ready-to-wear collection at the in-store event at Tysons Galleria. “I was excited to partner with [Children’s National Medical Center] and to create some unique pieces that could bring awareness to their mission,” she said.
