The Women’s Symphony League’s annual Fashion Luncheon, “Une Invitation à l’Élégance”—An Invitation to Elegance—was held September 18 at the Palmer Events Center. The event welcomed Alicia Silverstone as its guest speaker and included a haute fashion show with designs from luxury Austin boutiques. .
Attendees were greeted by a marketplace that offered shopping from local vendors Personally Yours, Primavera, House of Shan, Hibiscus Needlepoint, and more. The VIP reception featured Vogue Vignette, an Austin-based on-site sketch studio that created personalized fashion illustrations as memorable keepsakes of the French-themed afternoon.
Guests also enjoyed a seated lunch and a signature French 76 cocktail courtesy of Tito’s Handmade Vodka.
Silverstone is a New York Times best-selling author and award-winning actress and producer whose career spans film, television, and stage. She is also known for her advocacy for animal rights. Wroe Jackson interviewed Silverstone, who emphasized her commitment to sustainable living and shared information about her blog and initiative, The Kind Life.
The couture-inspired runway presentation was produced by Sue Webber of Webber Designs and included fashions from Estilo Boutique, St. Bernard, and The Garden Room. Guests also had the chance to win raffle prizes from Wendy Wells Jewelry and St. Bernard.
The luncheon was chaired by Melissa Billman and Amanda Pettitt, with Lauree Moffett and Corinne Moffett serving as honorary chairs.
Photo credit: Buster Jetter Photography
