Tory Story at the Philadelphia International Flower Show
Fashion designer Tory Burch returns to her hometown for the Philadelphia Flower Show.
April 23, 2012
Steven Bessellieu, Tory Burch, and Drew Becher
The Philadelphia International Flower Show at the Pennsylvania Convention Center is a worldwide attraction that pulls in droves of attendees each spring, but one of its most famous visitors this year was Main Line-born fashion designer and philanthropist Tory Burch. In town for the Flower Show Preview Night Black Tie Gala on March 3, Burch met with Philadelphia Style’s VIP guests during a cocktail hour before the official dinner. Here, she poses in a Christian Dior dress with Pennsylvania Horticultural Society president Drew Becher and Flower Show chair Steven Bessellieu, who both played an influential role in the planning of this year’s event.
Tory Burch kicked off the Philadelphia International Flower Show’s Preview Night Black Tie Gala on March 3. This year’s theme, “Islands of Aloha,” was honored with Hawaiian cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and potted orchids in the private VIP area. Key players from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society stopped in to meet the special guest, including president Drew Becher and senior vice president of business development Kate Wilhelm, as well as event chair Steven Bessellieu.
Tory Burch kicked off the Philadelphia International Flower Show’s Preview Night Black Tie Gala on March 3. This year’s theme, “Islands of Aloha,” was honored with Hawaiian cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and potted orchids in the private VIP area. Key players from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society stopped in to meet the special guest, including president Drew Becher and senior vice president of business development Kate Wilhelm, as well as event chair Steven Bessellieu.
Tory Burch kicked off the Philadelphia International Flower Show’s Preview Night Black Tie Gala on March 3. This year’s theme, “Islands of Aloha,” was honored with Hawaiian cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and potted orchids in the private VIP area. Key players from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society stopped in to meet the special guest, including president Drew Becher and senior vice president of business development Kate Wilhelm, as well as event chair Steven Bessellieu.
Tory Burch kicked off the Philadelphia International Flower Show’s Preview Night Black Tie Gala on March 3. This year’s theme, “Islands of Aloha,” was honored with Hawaiian cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and potted orchids in the private VIP area. Key players from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society stopped in to meet the special guest, including president Drew Becher and senior vice president of business development Kate Wilhelm, as well as event chair Steven Bessellieu.
Tory Burch kicked off the Philadelphia International Flower Show’s Preview Night Black Tie Gala on March 3. This year’s theme, “Islands of Aloha,” was honored with Hawaiian cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and potted orchids in the private VIP area. Key players from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society stopped in to meet the special guest, including president Drew Becher and senior vice president of business development Kate Wilhelm, as well as event chair Steven Bessellieu.
Tory Burch kicked off the Philadelphia International Flower Show’s Preview Night Black Tie Gala on March 3. This year’s theme, “Islands of Aloha,” was honored with Hawaiian cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and potted orchids in the private VIP area. Key players from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society stopped in to meet the special guest, including president Drew Becher and senior vice president of business development Kate Wilhelm, as well as event chair Steven Bessellieu.
Tory Burch kicked off the Philadelphia International Flower Show’s Preview Night Black Tie Gala on March 3. This year’s theme, “Islands of Aloha,” was honored with Hawaiian cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and potted orchids in the private VIP area. Key players from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society stopped in to meet the special guest, including president Drew Becher and senior vice president of business development Kate Wilhelm, as well as event chair Steven Bessellieu.
Tory Burch kicked off the Philadelphia International Flower Show’s Preview Night Black Tie Gala on March 3. This year’s theme, “Islands of Aloha,” was honored with Hawaiian cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and potted orchids in the private VIP area. Key players from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society stopped in to meet the special guest, including president Drew Becher and senior vice president of business development Kate Wilhelm, as well as event chair Steven Bessellieu.
Tory Burch kicked off the Philadelphia International Flower Show’s Preview Night Black Tie Gala on March 3. This year’s theme, “Islands of Aloha,” was honored with Hawaiian cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and potted orchids in the private VIP area. Key players from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society stopped in to meet the special guest, including president Drew Becher and senior vice president of business development Kate Wilhelm, as well as event chair Steven Bessellieu.
Tory Burch kicked off the Philadelphia International Flower Show’s Preview Night Black Tie Gala on March 3. This year’s theme, “Islands of Aloha,” was honored with Hawaiian cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, and potted orchids in the private VIP area. Key players from the Pennsylvania Horticultural Society stopped in to meet the special guest, including president Drew Becher and senior vice president of business development Kate Wilhelm, as well as event chair Steven Bessellieu.
Cover Party: Melania Trump
Craig and BJ Spencer welcome Melania Trump into the posh Center City Hotel.
February 27, 2012
Craig Spencer, Melania Trump, and BJ Spencer
It isn’t every day that you see the flashing smile of a Trump in the City of Brotherly Love, so it is no surprise that Melania Trump was a huge hit at Philadelphia Style magazine’s holiday soiree and cover party this December. Decked out in holiday sparkle, The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia welcomed the courteous host into its chic lounge area filled with some of the city’s most recognized faces. With grace and style, Melania made her rounds through the guests, happily shaking hands and posing for pictures. Among those Philadelphians on whom she made an impression? Socialites and philanthropists Craig and BJ Spencer. Spencer Philadelphia Style celebrated its Holiday 2011 issue with cover star Melania Trump on December 13. The soiree was hosted by The Ritz-Carlton, Philadelphia, which served up a breathtaking spread of fine cheeses and charcuterie followed by to-die-for Parisian macarons and other sweets. Guests sipped on champagne provided by Perrier-Jouët, while Philly’s most recognizable media personalities made the rounds: John Clark, Jennaphr Frederick, Sheinelle Jones, and Howard Eskin were all present. DJ Inga D’Angelo provided music.
Nicole Miller Celebrates with Philadelphia Style
Internationally renowned designer Nicole Miller brings high style to Philadelphia.
October 10, 2011
Outfitting Philadelphians with two boutiques across the city, from the Bellevue to Manayunk, Nicole Miller’s designs can be spotted daily on high-powered publicists, city reps, and stylish socialites. Her local popularity was the inspiration behind Philadelphia Style’s Fall Fashion Issue cover, and on September 12 she made an appearance at The Palm to celebrate the well-received issue. Here, Miller poses with two very familiar Philadelphia faces, former Governor Ed Rendell and the Philadelphia boutiques owner Mary K. Dougherty.
Miller’s visit to Philadelphia also helped ring in the start of The Philadelphia Collection, a 10-day celebration of Philadelphia fashion, for its second year. Well-dressed guests, many in Miller’s designs, walked the red carpet at the event and stopped to pose with a motorcycle from Barb’s Harley-Davidson, then enjoyed delicious drinks and bites that included a raw bar and other classic fare from The Palm. Miller unveiled and signed a caricature of Philadelphia Style’s Fall Fashion Issue cover, painted on the famous wall for the occasion. Special guests included media personalities such as John Bolaris and Mike Jerrick, and Flyer Chris Pronger.
