Dress & Cover
The Veterans Museum was the location for the first annual charity “Dress & Cover” for the National Women Veterans Association of America (NWVAA). Monserrat Yakimowich, events director was on hand to greet the guests, Pinups for Patriots were host and the program creator was Kalen Arreola. Gia-Nina Badaracco sang an amazing rendition of the National Anthem. Tara Jones, founder & president of NWVAA, spoke about all facets of this organization, which benefits women veterans. Chris Apodaca from Broadview Mortgage also spoke about how wonderful it was for them to support the veterans and sponsor this worthy cause.
The event featured a vintage fashion show with Bettie Page designs, which offers a twist on 40s clothing with a modern flair. They support animal welfare and none of their clothing is made of fur or leather. Erin Fader Jewelry and headwear by Diana Cavagnaro Couture Millinery complimented the garments. The show was produced by ABIDE Fashions. For more info, visit pinupsforpatriots.com.
Puppy Love
The latest new fashion trend is bringing your dog to events and San Diego is a very dog-friendly town. City Dog hosted “Puppy Love” at the Hotel Indigo on Feb. 13, featuring Valentine Canines & Cocktails. A huge crowd congregated with their dogs on the rooftop overlooking the San Diego skyline to enjoy the Valentine cocktails. Each guest received a fabulous goody bag with doggie treats. A raffle was held with all proceeds going to the Humane Society.
Veterinarians Dr. Marla Saltzman & Dr. Crystal Van Lom was on hand to answer questions and talk with people about Amicia Pet Hospital, a new veterinary clinic in Little Italy. Additional information was given for upcoming dog events. Get more dog news by visiting SanDiegoHAPPYDOGS.com.
Earthborn Holistic was also on hand with samples of their natural food for dogs, and Small Batch spoke about their organic dog food. The Honest Kitchen carries dehydrated food for both cats & dogs — just add water and it becomes four times the original weight. If you missed this Canine Cocktail event, visit facebook.com/hotelindigo for upcoming dates.
Love your pet day
Alexander Salazar Fine Art Gallery held a special exhibition to celebrate Love Your Pet Day showcasing Artist Stephen Fishwick on Feb. 20. Everyone was invited to bring his or her pet and enjoy Fishwick’s animal art collection. Guests arrived with Fido and had a chance to chat with the artist, enjoy his paintings or commission him for a special painting of their pet. As a special bonus Fishwick treated everyone to a live portrait of a cute black and white puppy (Eduardo). The painting was created right before their eyes in a matter of minutes using a black canvas with acrylics, and the crowd was in awe of the finished product.
Fishwick has a list of professional clients that include Disney, the San Diego Zoo, Elvis Presley’s Graceland, and more. The Fishwick’s for Life collection raises awareness to save habitats and animals. A percentage of his artwork and merchandise go to Stephen’s non-profit conservation partners, such as San Diego Zoo, Wild Wonders and San Diego Humane Society. For more information on this talented artist visit stephenfishwick.com.
Upcoming events
March 7 | Fashion Redux! — at the San Diego History Center. This Finale Party will announce the winner from the 4 top designers from San Diego Mesa College. These contemporary garments were inspired by 1930’s and will be on exhibit through March 9. To RSVP call: (619) 232-6203, ext. 129.
April 4 | Gold Diggers “Hats off to San Diego, there’s no place like home” — Includes the Betty Mabee Hat Parade and the beneficiary of the event will be Polinsky Children’s Center Auxiliary. For more info contact Leslie Carter at 858-750-1832.
April 27 | Spring Bridal Bazaar — Fashion show presented by Gretchen Productions at the Del Mar Fairgrounds, with three shows presented throughout the day. For more info: 760-334-5500.
May 2 |All you Need is Fashion — Vista Hill Foundation will present a luncheon and fashion show at the Hilton Bayfront, located at 1 Park Blvd., Downtown. For information call 858-459-1685.
—Diana Cavagnaro is a nationally recognized hat designer and milliner, and has been in the fashion business for 30 years. The last 20 of those years she’s operated her business from Downtown San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter, while moonlighting in the Fashion department at San Diego Mesa College. She can be reached at [email protected].
