29th Annual Globe Guilder's Fashion Show To Celebrate Couture 2019

The Globe Guilders are pleased to announce Celebrating Couture 2019, their 29th annual fashion show and luncheon, presented by Neiman Marcus, to benefit The Old Globe's artistic and arts engagement programs and to support the impact the Globe makes in our community and across the nation. Neiman Marcus is producing a special treat this year of a rare exclusive for our audience -they will be privileged to be the first fashionistas to view the West Coast debut of fabulous couturier Marchesa's 2019 Fall Couture Collection, following the initial show presented at New York Fashion Week.

Vicki Zeiger, past Chair of The Old Globe Board of Directors, is Honorary Chair of this extraordinary and memorable event, joined by Co-Chairs Elizabeth Helming and Jo Ann Kilty, and Kim Neapole, President of the Globe Guilders. Celebrating Couture 2019 will take place on Friday, March 22, 2019* at the Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine, with festivities beginning at 10:00 a.m.

*Please note new date, as previous shows took place in August!

Guests will be greeted with a sunlit champagne reception at 10:00 a.m. in the glass-enclosed Vicino Ballroom with the chance to bid on silent auction items. Smartphones will be at the ready for the very popular virtual bidding opportunity through Gesture's Give Smart mobile application (www.Gesture.com) that was introduced last year, and selfies will be shared at glorious Globe costume displays curated by Resident Design Associate Charlotte DeVaux Shields. The live auction and opportunity drawing will begin at 12:00 noon in the Aventine Ballroom, followed by the fabulous Marchesa fashion show and delicious lunch. After the show, Neiman Marcus will present a one-of-a-kind boutique for browsing and shopping in the foyer.

Marchesa's Fall 2019 collection was inspired by Scandinavian folk art, ranging from Rosemåling-a traditional form of decorative floral- and scroll-motif painting on wood, originating from Norway and Sweden-to the poetic and groundbreaking work of Karin Larsson (1859-1928). Married to painter Carl Larsson, Karin herself was an accomplished artist who, throughout her life, embraced and translated her contemporary culture into vibrant textiles, daring interior choices, bold colors, and beautiful plant and flower motifs. Bright yellow and green accents, and contrasting black and white in a variety of techniques-ranging from delicate threadwork lattice lace to oversized floral prints-mirror the eclectic traditions in hand-painted furniture, while delicate floral motifs reflect on Karin's attention to detail and use of colors such as red, blue, and orange accents-and combinations of them all-in ornate scroll and floral threadwork embroideries.

The proceeds from Celebrating Couture 2019 will expand the impact the Globe makes in the community and will help make theatre matter to more people. Over 500 supporters of the Globe-including prominent philanthropists, heads of corporations, and representatives of major organizations-are expected to attend this important event benefitting the Globe's artistic and arts engagement programs.

"The Old Globe and the Globe Guilders are so grateful for the support of and partnership with Neiman Marcus," said Honorary Chair Zeiger. "Neiman's offers so much for everyone, no matter the person's style. I am absolutely delighted to serve as the Honorary Chair of Celebrating Couture 2019."

All serious arts lovers and fashionistas are invited to support this can't-miss staple of San Diego's fashion calendar. Tickets start at $165. For information on reserving a table or a seat at the event, please call Joydelee Marrow at (858) 382-1672 or visit www.guilders19.givesmart.com or www.globeguilders.org/celebrating-couture-2019. The Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine is located at 3777 La Jolla Village Drive, San Diego, 92122.

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