The QG’s annual charity fundraiser, Bourbon & Bowties, will take place on May 7 from 6 to 9 p.m. at the Baltimore Museum of Industry. The event raises money to benefit a local Baltimore charity, with beneficiaries including Health Care for the Homeless and Semper Fi Fund.

1415 Key Highway, 410-727-4808

Suit-A-Palooza 2015

Suited to Succeed, a non-profit women’s organization, is hosting Suit-A-Palooza on May 14 from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. This fundraising event will include a fashion show, casino gaming, vendors, and food. There will be honorary Chairpersons, including U.S. Senator Barbara A. Mikulski, Baltimore City’s State Attorney Marilyn Mosby, and Baltimore City Councilman, Nick Mosby. Tickets are $60, and will also be available at the door for $70.

The Modell Performing Arts Center at the Lyric, 140 W. Mount Royal Ave., 410-528-1799

Boulevard of Chic

Boulevard of Chic is returning to Pierce’s Park on May 30 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for a kickoff event. Guests will experience multiple mobile boutiques, fashion retailers, beauty products, and food. Admission is free and the event is open to the public.

Pierce’s Park, 650 S. Exeter St. #200, 410-825-8500

Kelly Coleman also contributed to this article.

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Charm City Run and Under Armour present I Will What I Want Spring Fashion Show. On April 9 at 7 p.m., Charm City Run Annapolis will host the show, which will feature men’s and women’s apparel, shoes, and accessories from Under Armour’s spring 2015 run and studio lines. After the event, refreshments will be served and Under Armour gear will be offered at 15 percent off.

1910 Towne Centre Boulevard #120, Annapolis, 410-224-9771

MEDIUMRARE: An Experimental Fashion Event

On Saturday, April 18 starting at 5 p.m., students from MICA’s Fiber Department Multi Media Event class are transforming Baltimore Lithuanian Hall into a venue for inventive fashion and costume design. This annual event involves a variety of concepts and skill sets, with work influenced by the nature of fashion and the merging of runway and street fashion.

Lithuanian Hall, 851 Hollins St., 410-225-2300

Spring Awakening

On April 23 from 6 to 8 p.m., Babe. (a boutique) and MAKE TRIBE (a pop-up craft workshop), are merging together to kickoff their Spring Awakening event. With the purchase of a $30 ticket, attendees will be make their very own air plant wreaths (supplies included), while shopping new spring merchandise (an exclusive storewide discount will be offered) and enjoying cocktails and snacks.

Babe. (a boutique), 1716 Aliceanna St., 410-244-5114

Kelly Coleman also contributed to this article.

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The budding designers will get the chance to experience Fashion Week from head to toe. Not only will they have the opportunity of a lifetime to display their work in a runway show, but the students will also work with professional models, stylists, and make-up artists, such as Jane Bellis, a popular UK Stylist. Stevenson will be collaborating with PLITZS Fashion Marketing, a New York-based company dedicated to promoting and showcasing the unique and diverse work of emerging designers, both locally and internationally.

“The partnership between Stevenson University and PLITZS Fashion Marketing is going to highlight the talents of our students, and provide them with the opportunity to connect with industry leaders,” shares Sally DiMarco, program coordinator and associate professor of Fashion Design.

The runway show takes place in the midst of Fashion Week on Thursday, February 19 in the grand ballroom of the historic Hotel Pennsylvania, 401 7th Avenue, New York, NY, in the center of the garment district.

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“We are downtown residents who have always identified ourselves with Mount Vernon, its history, culture, and charm. With the trend toward urban living, it makes perfect sense for us to be here, near the popular City Café, and other growing downtown businesses,” says co-owner Whitehead about the company’s desire to move back to the city.

Nouveau offers a mix of contemporary home décor combined with vintage items, including radios, telephones, and cocktail sets from the ’40s and ’50s, news-print style prohibition artwork from the ’60s, as well as watches and other personal accessories.

Nouveau has made a name for itself, furnishing the city, both residential and commercial properties, as well as homes of celebrities living outside of Baltimore, such as Johnny Depp and Julia Roberts. In addition to household items, Nouveau also offers Whitehead & Appel interior design services, which range from full service interior design to accessory redesign.

Additional reporting was provided by Kelly Coleman

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Q: Explain the process of creating the scene for our Gift Guide opener. 

I’m really inspired by vintage things and have been since I was a small child. I’ve always been a collector of things. I like being able to mix simple and vintage with current and modern items. When I talked to Amanda [the art director] about the different gifts that were going to be featured, I immediately knew I pretty much had something vintage that could represent each category.

Q: What is your favorite part of the whole design process?

I think my favorite part of the design process is watching what I see in my mind come to life. It’s like when you picture something in your head and then it actually comes out the way you want it to in person. The satisfaction of being able to express your vision—I think that’s probably my favorite part.

Q: Where did you find the items you used for the shoot?

Some of them were actually mine, from my home. I borrowed [the majority of] pieces from Esther & Harper and Becket Hitch (where I work now). 

[See below for credits.]

Q: Was there a funny moment while creating the display?

I borrowed a [real] deer head from a friend and I didn’t want it to get damaged, so I belted it in the front seat of my car—it looked like a passenger. On my way to the studio to unload, it was during the morning rush hour, so everyone was sitting in traffic. It was a very exciting moment for a lot of people going to work—everyone was waving at me. I didn’t realize why until a couple in front of me turned around and gave me the thumbs up, and then I was like, ‘Oh my gosh.’ Definitely a good start to the day for me. 

Credits: Vintage wagon and skis courtesy of Becket Hitch. Potted trees and fire wood courtesy of Green Fields Nursery and Landscaping Company. Vintage sled and axe courtesy of Esther & Harper. Vintage snowman and green pine trees gift wrap courtesy of Simply Noted. Holly gift wrap courtesy of Curiosity. 

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