One North Texas philanthropy vet described the black-tie crowd entering Brook Hollow Golf Club on Saturday, April 29, this way: “This is the honey pot!” The Sweetheart Ball actually was sweet, and rightly so, since the fundraiser's purpose was something everyone has a vested interest in: cardiology research and treatment at UT Southwestern Medical … [Read more...] about The Sweetheart Ball’s Elegant Garden Party Flourished With Florals, Fashions And Philanthropists
Nancy Dedman
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Sweetheart Ball
For decades The Sweetheart Ball has raised funds for North Texas researchers in their efforts to battle heart disease. On Saturday, April 29, 280 guests in black tie and gowns celebrated 2023 Chair Amy Prestidge's fundraising leadership with the ball at Brook Hollow Golf Club. Instead of a battlefield, the Club was transformed into an exquisite garden setting from … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: 2023 Sweetheart Ball
Cold, Wet Weather Didn’t Dampen The Sweetheart Ball Patrons’ Spirits In A Palatial Setting
Who would have believed that North Texas weather was still chilling, barely hitting 70 on Thursday, April 28? That alone, plus the threat of rain, might have resulted in guests just staying at home rather than attend a patron party. Happily such was not the case for The Sweetheart Ball gathering on the eve of the legendary fundraiser for heart disease research in North … [Read more...] about Cold, Wet Weather Didn’t Dampen The Sweetheart Ball Patrons’ Spirits In A Palatial Setting
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Sweetheart Ball Patron Party
Despite a late spring chill coupled with the threat of rain, nothing could hold back The Sweetheart Ball patrons from attending the cocktail reception on Friday, April 28. In addition to supporting Ball Chair Amy Prestidge’s fundraising for heart disease research, the setting for the party was a sight to behold. Thanks to family connections that included Amy’s dad being … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: The Sweetheart Ball Patron Party
Pi Phis Lifted Literacy With A Runway Filled With Butterfly Sisters, Fashions And Scene-Stealing Kiddos
Before North Texas was hit by all types of dark clouds and stormy stuff, the Pi Beta Phi butterflies clustered at Brook Hollow on Tuesday, April 25. The gathering of the sorority was its Style Show and Luncheon with fashions provided by Betty Reiter, Kid Biz/The Biz, MaryBeth, Mi Golondrina, Saint Bernard and Tootsies. Instead of well-heeled professional models on the … [Read more...] about Pi Phis Lifted Literacy With A Runway Filled With Butterfly Sisters, Fashions And Scene-Stealing Kiddos
Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Show Honorary Chairs, Hall Of Famers Celebrated At The White(s’) House
As an added plus to the Crystal Charity Ball’s 70th anniversary, CCB Chair Susan Farris and 2022 Fashion Show Chair Jennifer Dix decided to keep the good vibes of the recently held fashion show going. To do this they held an invite-only buffet reception underwritten by IBC Bank on Wednesday, September 14, at the home of Lee Ann and Alan White. The occasion was to … [Read more...] about Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Show Honorary Chairs, Hall Of Famers Celebrated At The White(s’) House
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Crystal Charity Ball Honorary Chairmen And Hall Of Fame Party
While some of the Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Show Honorary Chairs and Hall of Famers were unable to attend the private buffet on Thursday, September 8, at Lee Ann and Alan White’s home, the turnout was still as one person described as a “gathering of philanthropic eagles.” And fashionable eagles they were with past Honorary Chairs Nancy Dedman (2008) … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert: Crystal Charity Ball Honorary Chairmen And Hall Of Fame Party
Dolce & Gabbana’s Designs For 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Shows Served Up Food For Talk
The last time there was this much excitement over a fashion event it was for the late Karl Lagerfeld’s 2013 “Chanel Métiers d’Art” at Fair Park, which had the sartorial set licking their lusciously plumped lips over an extravaganza that included Anna Wintour, Andre Leon Talley, actress Lily Collins joy-riding a mechanical bull and shipped-in models and notables like Hamish … [Read more...] about Dolce & Gabbana’s Designs For 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Shows Served Up Food For Talk
MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Shows
Since 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Susan Farris had announced the theme for the ball on Saturday, December 3, would have an Italian flavor, “Italiano Splendido,” it delighted fashion lovers that Dolce & Gabbana would be featured at the CCB Fashion Show chaired by Jennifer Dix on Thursday, September 8. When the big day came, it was … [Read more...] about MySweetCharity Photo Gallery Alert!: 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Fashion Shows
Deadline For 2022-2023 Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Membership Sign-Up Draws Near
There’s a mistaken idea that The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary just puts on a gangbuster fashion show and sale-athon. Well, yes, they’ve been doing that for ages but a lot more, too, ever since the Auxiliary was the brainchild of Margot Perot, Joanie Slaughter, Betty Harlan, Nancy Dedman, Millie Cooper and Carol Hailey back in 1991. In addition to the 2023 “Giving In … [Read more...] about Deadline For 2022-2023 Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary Membership Sign-Up Draws Near
JUST IN: Crystal Charity Ball 2022 Ten Best Dressed Women Of Dallas Fashion Show(s) Plans Announced
Tonight the 2022 Crystal Charity Ball’s plans for its annual Ten Best Dressed Women Of Dallas Fashion Show were revealed at a private reception at Neiman Marcus NorthPark. Unlike years past, when the announcement was made at a morning event, 2022 Crystal Charity Ball Chair Susan Farris and Fashion Show Chair Jennifer Dix decided to change things up a bit. They moved the … [Read more...] about JUST IN: Crystal Charity Ball 2022 Ten Best Dressed Women Of Dallas Fashion Show(s) Plans Announced