News
 
Gravatar
Pin on Pinterest

Kat + Noelle, a new boutique on Lovers Lane offering a curated collection of resort-inspired women’s apparel and accessories, fragrances, home de´cor, and gifts will hold its first annual End of Summer Sale from Tuesday, August 1 through Monday, August 7. The sale will be in-store only and will include resort, spring and early summer clothing, as well as accessories, home de´cor and jewelry.

Kat + Noelle is a family owned and operated boutique offering a unique, curated collection of resort-inspired women’s apparel and accessories, fragrances, home de´cor, and gifts. The beautifully appointed boutique features contemporary ready-to-wear focused on women-owned and sustainably smart brands offering a mix of new, popular, and mostly international designers. A few notable brands include: Custommade, Bamboliera, Beatrice b, De Loreta, Tallulah & Hope, No Pise La Grama, Gissa Bicalho, Neubyrne, Laura Foote, Nette, Poolside, The Jacksons London, and The Wolfgang. 

Located at 5710 West Lovers Lane, Suite 102, Dallas, Texas, 75209, Kat + Noelle is open Monday through Wednesday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 12 to 4 p.m. To shop online or for more information, visit https://katnoelle.com/ and follow @katnoelle_boutique on Instagram to stay up-to-date with the latest arrivals.

Gravatar
Pin on Pinterest

 

SCARLET REAGAN IS NOW OPEN ON LOVERS LANE, OFFERING

 A CURATED COLLECTION OF UNIQUE GIFTS, HOME DÉCOR, AND ORIGINAL

ART BY DALLAS-BASED ARTIST AND DESIGNER KRISTI KENNIMER

 

Dallas-based artist and designer Kristi Kennimer recently opened maximalist art and home décor store, Scarlet Reagan, adjacent to the Pavilion on Lovers Lane. Named after Kennimer’s daughter, Scarlet Reagan offers a curated collection of unique gifts and home décor, including original art, jewelry, throw pillows, candles, furniture, and home accessories. In 2018, Kennimer opened her first retail space in Lakewood, with customers including interior designers and homeowners with an elevated yet fun sense of style. Kennimer consolidated the Lakewood location with the new 2,100-square-foot flagship store.

 

Balancing form and function with comfort and usability, Kennimer has an eye for the exceptional and takes a passionate, design-driven approach. “Whether I’m curating jewelry collections or assembling a room, I look for sculptural pieces that aren’t forgettable. They have to be inspiring, interesting, and fun. I love an element of surprise,” Kennimer said. “At Scarlet Reagan, we are a neighborhood store where everyone who visits feels welcome and at home. And, we want our patrons to be inspired and happy, whether purchasing a truly unique gift, art, or something special for their home that will brighten their lives.”

 

Kennimer’s most coveted offerings are her custom large-scale oil paintings, crafted with a special process she has honed in her more than 25 years as a professional artist. Her unique process connects the commissioner to the work’s meaning on a personal level, creating a catalyst that will allow your space to give back to you.     

“When I paint a custom piece, I am thinking about you [the customer] the entire time… how we connect, the trajectory of your life, what’s next in your path. Your painting becomes the story of you in abstract form,” she adds.

In addition to custom art of all types, Kennimer creates museum-quality archival prints from her paintings, which are available in a variety of sizes and frame options to make her art more accessible. She has also been designing custom furniture, throw pillows, and other home accessories for more than 20 years. Kennimer is currently developing a line of Scarlet Reagan home décor products and accessories, as well as a collection of wallpapers and signature textiles derived from her original paintings.

Scarlet Reagan is located at 5710 West Lovers Lane, Suite 101, Dallas, Texas 75209 and is open Monday - Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, please visit https://www.scarletreagan.com/. To stay up-to-date with the latest inventory and original art pieces, follow @scarletreagan on Instagram.

  

Gravatar
Pin on Pinterest

 

                                                                                                                                                                

ALAIR TAKES HOME A TOTAL OF SEVEN NARI 2023 COTY AWARDS,

INCLUDING NATIONAL, REGIONAL, AND NORTH TEXAS WINS

 

The National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI) named three Alair Dallas-Fort Worth offices as National, Regional, and North Texas 2023 Contractor of the Year (CotY) winners in a total of seven categories.

 Alair | Lowry received the National CotY Award for the Residential Kitchen $60,000 - $100,000 category in its annual awards competition. Alair | Hatfield brought home two Regional CotY Awards in the Residential Interior $250,001 - $500,000 and Entire House $500,000 - $750,000 categories. Alair | Hammel Snider won a total of four North Texas CotY Awards: Entire House Over $1,000,000 (a team entry with Active Granite, Davis-Hawn, and Facets), Residential Exterior Over $200,000, Residential Detached Structure, and Residential Addition Over $250,000.

 Each year, NARI presents CotY Awards to members who have demonstrated outstanding work through their remodeling projects. The CotY Awards are the highest form of recognition by industry leaders and peers. NARI received nearly 455 entries from across the United States representing more than $134 million in remodeling projects.

 “This year’s submissions were outstanding, making the job of our esteemed judges very difficult,” said Tracy Wright, Senior Director, Member Engagement and Governance at NARI. The judging panel representing industry experts, selected winners based on problem-solving, functionality, aesthetics, craftsmanship, innovation, and degree of difficulty.

 The CotY Awards allow NARI to celebrate its members who are committed to design, best practices, integrity, high standards, and professionalism. Visit nari.org for more information.

 

###

Gravatar

Dallas 24 Hour Club welcomed 200 guests to its second annual Tea for Recovery, co-chaired by Dr. M. Joan Terry and her daughter Rev. Tiffany Wright, on Thursday, May 4, at the Dallas Woman’s Forum. The event benefitted Residents of Dallas 24 Hour Club, which has been providing transitional living, support services, and essential life skills for homeless alcoholics and addicts, so they can embrace long-term sobriety and become contributing and self-supporting members of the community since 1969.

The idea of Tea for Recovery was brewed in 2022 as a way to blend a love of high tea and a passion for the mission of Dallas 24 Hour Club. Dr. M. Joan Terry and her daughter, Rev. Tiffany Wright, knew the mission of Dallas 24 Hour Club was one they wanted to support after having a loved one come through the program. Tea for Recovery is now an annual event that creates a charmingly unique way to support the Residents of Dallas 24 Hour Club.

This year’s Tea for Recovery kicked off with Dr. Terry and Rev. Wright welcoming attendees, followed an inspiring invocation by Rev. Wright. With concurrent programs on two levels in the historic Alexander Mansion, Marsha Williamson, CEO of Dallas 24 Hour Club, kicked off the program on the first floor and shared more about The 24 and its programs.  

Marsha shared that in 2022, The 24 helped over 600 individuals get off the streets, find employment, reconnect with family members and embrace Recovery, all with a 31% success rate. She shared that one of her favorite parts of the work done at The 24 is reconnecting Residents with their loved ones and seeing them embrace a healthy, sober relationship together. Marsha noted that addiction affects not only the individual, but all of their family and friends as well, so it's an absolute joy for everyone at The 24 to see families reunite.

Marsha then introduced alumna Stephanie Crawford, who shared her experience about the programs and support offered by The 24 and how this impacted her life. Stephanie spoke about the vulnerability of being a homeless woman and how her life changed the moment she stepped foot in Dallas 24 Hour Club seven years ago. During her moving testimony, Stephanie expressed her gratitude to Marsha and The 24 for helping her reunite with her daughter and find peace in her life.

Simultaneously on the second level, Dallas 24 Hour Club Development Director Adrienne Santaularia welcomed the audience and shared a similar message about The 24 and its success in our community. She then invited Valerie Niebrand to share her testimony about her experience going through the program and her life now.

During the powerful testimonials from these former Residents, guests enjoyed an elegant luncheon featuring of a variety of tea sandwiches and quiche, along with delicious deserts. This year’s culinary team included Chef Jason Martin, Chef Shon Johnson-Tripp, Chef Eric Dreyer, and Terry Kranz.

Thanks to a generous supporter and friend of The 24 who underwrote the event expenses for Tea for Recovery, 100% of the monies raised will directly support The 24's mission of supporting its Residents. Along with fundraising success, Tea for Recovery provided an opportunity for the female Residents who were in attendance to enjoy fellowship with The 24's family-like community and have sober fun! Prior to the event, the women were treated with a gift card to shop for tea attire at Ross Dress, so they could step into the event in style! 

This year’s sponsors included:

Earl Grey Presenting Sponsor: A Friend and Supporter of The 24

Orange Blossom Sponsors: Lauren Adler & Colbie Brazell Campbell; American National Bank of Texas; Anonymous; Brandy Baxter-Thompson; Burning Tree Programs; Dallas Mavericks;
Holly Greef; Grinke Stewart Law, PLLC; Guaranty Bank and Trust; Greg & Maggie Hatfield; Dr. Maureen Jamieson-Quilling; Carrie Pickell; Betsy Rector; The Reynolds Family; Alliance Bank of Rockwall; Chuck & M.J. Stahl; Dr. M. Joan Terry & Reverends Alan & Tiffany Wright

Ginger Tea Sponsors: Lauren Sahliyeh; Texas Instruments Foundation

Hibiscus Tea Sponsors: Origins Behavioral Healthcare; KDC Real Estate Development & Investments

Event Supporters: Ben E. Keith Company; Cavallini Coffee & Tea; Laurie Connell; Jennifer Grant; Denise Knitch, D.J Joel Morris, and Trader Joe’s.

The 2023 Tea for Recovery host committee was comprised of Libby Albritton, Lauren Adler, Brady Baxter-Thompson, Colbie Brazell Campbell, Tracie Frazier, Dr. Maureen Jamieson-Quilling, and Laura Sahliyeh.

Gravatar
Pin on Pinterest

Matthews Southwest and South Side on Lamar held a celebration to commemorate a permanent installation honoring the memory of local music icon Bill Wisener of Bill’s Records, which was created by Dallas-based artist Jennifer Morgan, on Thursday, April 27. The event kicked off with a cocktail reception and remarks from Jack Matthews, president of Matthews Southwest and developer in The Cedars, along with creator Jennifer Morgan.

Jennifer recently completed the mixed-media installation centered around a portrait of Bill that also featured memorabilia from Bill’s Records, including: concert posters, photos (some autographed by notable celebrities), personal notes, tchotchkes, and of course, records. She spoke at the unveiling about the difficulty in choosing from among the many special pieces of memorabilia, especially from the iconic collage behind the counter of Bill’s Records that included personal and heartfelt notes to Bill, and is the reason for the green balcony in the installation.

“I had a perfect timing moment with Bill one night when I was working on a different mural in the basement [of South Side on Lamar]. He shuffled by in the wee hours and passed as I was stepping back to evaluate if I was finished or should add more, a difficult crossroads for an artist... making the call to walk away. Unprompted, he said, ‘I like this and all the negative space that you left in the composition,’ as if to vocalize the answer to the question in my head,” Jennifer said.

While creating the mural in the installation, people strolling through the artist quarters would regularly stop to chat with Jennifer and share their own personal connection to Bill or how he touched their life in some way. He was everyone's ray of sunshine, and the celebration brought everyone together to honor Bill’s legacy.

Members of Bill’s family including Jennifer, Atticus, and Barbara Wisener attended the celebration, along with Dallas City Council member Jesse Moreno, and current and past residents of South Side on Lamar who had a connection to Bill. Guests included: Justin Parscale, Ben Mackey, Gina Norris, Anne Bothwell and Kent Barker, Cris Worley, Jeffrey Yarborough, David Card, Melanie Ferguson, and others.

Gravatar
Pin on Pinterest

DALLAS 24 HOUR CLUB TO HOST ITS MONTHLY STEAK NIGHT AND 54th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION ON JUNE 3, 2023

 

Dallas 24 Hour Club – a nonprofit organization that provides transitional living, support services, and essential life skills for homeless alcoholics and addicts so they can embrace long-term sobriety and become contributing and self-supporting members of the community – will host its monthly Steak Night on Saturday, June 3, 2023. Held on the first Saturday of each month, Steak Night is a great time for fellowship with Residents of The 24 and local community members.

The June Steak Night will also celebrate The 24’s 54th anniversary.  Singer Tom Gilchrist will entertain guests and help ring in this monumental birthday!

 

Saturday, June 3, 2023

5 p.m. to 10 p.m. 

 

Dallas 24 Hour Club

4636 Ross Avenue

Dallas, Texas 75204

 

Founded in 1969, Dallas 24 Hour Club provides transitional living, support services and essential life skills for homeless alcoholics and addicts, so they can embrace long-term sobriety and become contributing and self-supporting members of the community. The main facility on Ross Avenue offers a six-month program for men and women to help them embrace recovery, find employment, reconnect with family members, and learn to live independently. Tillman House, Dallas 24 Hour Club’s program for Successful Graduates, is a yearlong program that helps Residents transition into living independently. Throughout their stay, Residents can receive scholarships to further their education through Texas Tech University or Dallas College’s WorkReadyU program. More than 35 12-Step Meetings are hosted weekly at Dallas 24 Hour Club on Ross Avenue. The public is welcome and encouraged to attend Recovery Meetings and to provide fellowship and support to the Residents. The Hubcap Café, located inside Dallas 24 Hour Club, is open daily to the public from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. For more information about Dallas 24 Hour Club, please visit www.dallas24hourclub.org.

Gravatar
Pin on Pinterest

The Selby House, a modern design studio located in the Dallas Design District, will host a two-day Artist Market and shopping event June 9-10, 2023. The studio will be open to the public to shop vintage furniture from The Selby House, watercolor and acrylic artwork by Brie Milam, floral arrangements by Dossier, and unique ceramic goods by Nicole Bernard of NB Makes. 

“There are so many talented artists and creators in Dallas, and we are excited to open our studio for shopping and community, showcasing fabulous art, ceramics, floral designs, home furnishings and décor. It is an opportunity to support and meet local artists behind the work and learn about their techniques and inspiration,” said Cat Carothers, founder of The Selby House. 

Dallas-based watercolor and acrylic artist Brie Milam will feature her expressive and illustrative pieces that draw inspiration from nature, architecture, and her inner world of thoughts and emotions. Brie’s work is often centered around mindfulness, empowerment, and mental health, mainly because these subjects were important in her journey to becoming an artist. Her most recent works have focused on landscapes and cityscapes from real and imagined places.

Dossier Studio, founded by J’Mia Oliver, specializes in boutique floral styling and event design for intimate gatherings and weddings. The design approach to floral styling is inspired by both nature and art, resulting in unique creations for each client. On Saturday, June 10, there will be a collection of curated blooms available for purchase. In honor of this event, Dossier studio will also offer a special where guests will receive a personal floral arrangement with the purchase of a pot that holds water.

Founder and chief maker Nicole Bernard of Dallas-based NB Makes will showcase her handmade ceramic jewelry, colored-porcelain pieces, and tableware. Nicole’s goal is to help people believe that a good life is worth making, either through her personal ceramic practice or by elevating the inspiring stories of her fellow makers, doers, and dreamers. 

The Artist Market will be held Friday, June 9, 2023 from 4:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. and Saturday, June 10, 2023 from 11 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. at The Selby House located at 2042 Irving Blvd. Suite 140, Dallas, Texas 75207. 

Gravatar
Pin on Pinterest

The Junior League of Dallas (JLD) recently announced a new partnership with the Office of Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson to provide volunteer training and overall planning support for the 27th Annual Dallas Mayor’s Back to School Fair, which will be held Friday, August 4, 2023, at Fair Park. Hosted by Mayor Johnson, this signature event is a collaborative partnership between his office, the Dallas Independent School District (Dallas ISD), nonprofits, corporations, and community volunteers. Each year, over 10,000 Dallas students in grades Pre-K to 12 and their families are provided essential school supplies, valuable services, and resources.

“The goal of the Mayor’s Back to School Fair is to help alleviate the financial pressures Dallas families encounter by ensuring the cost of school supplies is not one of them,” Mayor Johnson said. “This annual event has equipped thousands of kids with the materials and services they need to succeed during the new school year, including school supplies, immunizations, eye exams, haircuts, and more. Building for the future of Dallas begins with preparing our kids to return to the classroom.”

This year, Junior League of Dallas will power the event, overseeing the 300-400 event volunteers from training to placement, as well as creating a community outreach plan and improving the overall participant experience.

“We are excited about this new partnership with the Office of Dallas Mayor Eric L. Johnson, as it will allow us to do what we do best – provide trained volunteers to serve within our community,” Junior League of Dallas President Emily Somerville-Cabrera said. “Further, education is one of our key issue areas, and we strongly believe that our children deserve to be set up for academic success. This annual fair provides us a perfect way to use our manpower

and volunteer training experience to help families who can’t afford the added expense of school supplies and other preparations required for students to achieve and excel throughout the school year.”

For more information about the Dallas Mayor’s Back to School Fair, please visit mayorsbacktoschoolfair.com. If you have questions about volunteer opportunities, please contact us at mbtsf@jldallas.org.

Gravatar
Pin on Pinterest

 KAT + NOELLE BOUTIQUE OPENS IN THE PAVILION ON LOVERS LANE

AND OFFERS A CURATED COLLECTION OF WOMEN-OWNED AND SUSTAINABLY SMART BRANDS, HOME DECOR & GIFTS

 

DALLAS – April 24, 2023 – Park Cities resident Shannon Jud recently opened Kat + Noelle, a family owned and operated boutique located in The Pavilion on Lovers Lane, offering a unique, curated collection of resort-inspired women’s apparel and accessories, fragrances, home décor, and gifts. The boutique is named after Shannons’s two daughters, Hannah Katherine and Harper Noelle, who frequent the shop if they aren’t found working there. 

Kat + Noelle has been a lifelong dream for Shannon. After leaving corporate America five years ago with little to no retail experience but driven by her love of fashion, shopping, and her own personal, unique style, Shannon started her journey in the retail industry.  In 2018, Shannon and her husband, Tom, bought the popular upscale resale shop, Clothes Circuit, located in Preston Center. Together, they updated the more than 35-year-old shop and overhauled the consignment area. This endeavor allowed Shannon to pair her love of fashion and retail with her business acumen from her corporate days. Yearning for her next retail adventure, Shannon took the leap into retail once again with Kat + Noelle, which opened in January 2023.

The beautifully appointed boutique offers a thoughtfully curated collection of contemporary ready-to-wear focused on women-owned and sustainably smart brands offering a mix of new, popular, and mostly international designers. A few notable brands found at Kat + Noelle include: Custommade, Bamboliera, Beatrice b, De Loreta, Tallulah & Hope, No Pise La Grama, Gissa Bicalho, Neubyrne, Laura Foote, Nette, Poolside, The Jacksons London, The Wolfgang, VIETRI, and Ortigia Sicilia.

“We carry brands you won’t find anywhere else and offer a boutique shopping experience that is end-to-end for our fashion-forward clients, with clothing ranging from swimwear to cocktail and a wide array of amazing accessories such as footwear, handbags, and jewelry,” Shannon said. “In addition, we carry fragrant candles, popular coffee-table books, glassware, and home décor accessories that can be packaged to create a beautiful, thoughtful gift for that special someone. As a lifestyle boutique, we want to be a go-to spot where people of all ages can shop for everything they need, whether it is a knock-out outfit for a special occasion, a one-of-a-kind gift, or outfits for a week-long vacation.”

When thinking back on why she was inspired to open Kat + Noelle, Shannon added,  

“I was feeling like Dallas can be saturated with the same looks and styles. My goal is to provide an exceptional shopping experience for our customers so that each time they visit Kat + Noelle, they see new and different additions to our collections of brands, designers, and artisans. My hope is that Kat + Noelle brings something special to Dallas as the true destination boutique, and when you shop with us, you are sure to walk out with true treasures that will stand out.” 

Located at 5710 West Lovers Lane, Suite 102, Dallas, Texas, 75209, Kat + Noelle is open Monday through Wednesday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Thursday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Sunday from 12 to 4 p.m. To shop online or for more information, visit https://katnoelle.com/, and follow @katnoelle_boutique on Instagram to stay up-to-date with the latest arrivals.

Gravatar
Pin on Pinterest

Give the gift of style to the woman in your life this Mother’s Day! Dallas-based personal stylist and author Bobbi Schwartz can help select essential pieces and create a complete capsule wardrobe through personal shopping and outfit styling services. 

It is a well-known fact that one of the fastest ways to increase self-confidence and a new world outlook is a change in one’s wardrobe. Whether you’re putting the same pieces together or you’re just bored with what’s in your closet, your confidence can take a hit when you don’t feel comfortable in your clothes. What we wear has an incredible impact on how we feel and how others perceive us. Bobbi has witnessed firsthand the dramatic changes that occur in people’s lives when they find confidence in their personal appearance. 

Gift one of Bobbi’s personal styling packages and services to your mother, or that special lady in your life, and provide her the confidence to rock a new style. In addition, be sure to check out Bobbi’s weekly blog posts on her website, Be Iconic Style, and her books on Amazon! The first in her Style Essentials series, Style Essentials: Build Your Ultimate Wardrobe, will introduce you to Bobbi’s philosophy on how having an essential wardrobe can be a game-changer for your life and career.  Her second book, Chic Casual Dressing: The Budget Guide, focuses on the secrets of chic, casual dressing with budget-friendly pricing. 

For style secrets and personal wardrobe services, visit https://beiconicstyle.com/styling/.