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The 4th Annual Emerald Tie Gala

02/26/16 | New York City

On Saturday night I went to the Hark Society’s 4th Annual Emerald Tie Gala and had a wonderful evening dancing the night away.  I attended the fundraiser last year, which you can see here, and this year the event was even better. Up until an hour before I was stuck on what to wear, torn between two beautiful gowns, but decided to go with the royal blue one and I am quite pleased with my decision.  The dress had so much going on that I chose these dainty earrings I purchased in Vienna, my silver David Yurman bracelet, and black pumps as my only accessories for this floor length stunner. 

Emerald Tie Gala Gown 03Emerald Tie Gala Gown 02

Emerald Tie Gala Gown 05One friend joked that this event, the annual Emerald Tie Gala, is like adult prom only it is not a joke –  it really is.  I spent the day leisurely getting ready for the black tie soirée first working out then showering, doing my makeup, getting a hair cut and blow out, and then having the wonderful people at Sephora apply my fake eyelashes before heading downtown. Before arriving at the actual gala I stopped at a friend’s apartment for a few appetizers and a pre-party glass of champagne. And of course it was all on Snapchat. 

Pre Emerald Tie Snapchat

After an hour we jumped into Uber’s and headed to the event space, Capitale, an old converted bank, on the Lower East Side.  We wanted to be there right when it started as while the five hour event featured an open bar, hors d’oeuvres, a band and a great DJ when you arrive promptly there is no line for photographs or for the photo booth.  After dozens of shots it was five hours of fun, from 10pm to 3am. 
THE HARK SOCIETY'S 4TH ANNUAL EMERALD TIE GALA.Hark GalaCapitale DrinksHark Gala PhotoHark Society BandAndrew and KellyEmerald Tie Snapchat

I loved getting the chance to dress up and spend the evening both with close friends and with many Georgetown alumni I had not seen for a few years, some even since we graduated! 

Happy Friday and happy Oscar weekend!

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Comments

  1. LindaLibraLoca says

    February 29, 2016 at 5:55 am

    It looks like you really had a great time, and the dress you went for is lovely.

    Linda, Libra, Loca: Beauty, Baby and Backpacking

  2. Kate Flint says

    February 29, 2016 at 2:19 am

    You look gorgeous, I love that colour on you! X

    Kate | themintedblog.com

  3. Jessica says

    February 28, 2016 at 11:06 pm

    you look so gorgeous in your dress!

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

  4. Jessica says

    February 28, 2016 at 11:05 pm

    you looks so lovely in your dress!

    Jessica | notjessfashion.com

  5. Caitlin says

    February 28, 2016 at 10:11 pm

    Absolutely gorgeous dress! That color is fantastic on you! Glad you had a good time!

    xx, Caitlin

  6. Carrie @ Curly Crafty Mom says

    February 28, 2016 at 10:06 pm

    That dress is just gorgeous on you. I love the color and the skirt!

    Carrie
    curlycraftymom.com

  7. Kate @ Green Fashionista says

    February 28, 2016 at 8:04 pm

    Love going to galas! Your dress was absolutely gorgeous, such a beautiful color <3

  8. Emily Billing says

    February 28, 2016 at 7:42 pm

    You look stunning! What a fun night it must have been 🙂 I love how you’ve paired the sparkly earrings with the dress, it really ties it all together so well!

    http://www.blueumbrellalane.com

    Em xx

  9. Uzo O says

    February 28, 2016 at 7:38 pm

    I love your ear rings and your dress is so gorgeous, looks like it was a fun event. Have a great week.

    http://www.stylenbeautylounge.com

  10. Jacqueline says

    February 28, 2016 at 6:25 pm

    LOVE your dress and the earrings! <3 You and your friends all look so gorgeous! 🙂 Sounds like a great evening! xx

    Jacqueline | Sail Away to Neverland ♡

  11. Paola Lauretano says

    February 28, 2016 at 6:07 pm

    Stunning dress, cool event!!!
    Kisses, Paola.

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  12. Julieanne says

    February 28, 2016 at 2:42 am

    you look so pretty!! looks like you had a good time!! 🙂 xx
    http://www.jboomsroom.blogspot.ca

  13. Mimi Santa Cruz says

    February 27, 2016 at 9:25 pm

    Fantastic look. Love it.

  14. Alecz says

    February 27, 2016 at 5:11 pm

    What a beautiful event! And your dress is a stunner. That colour is amazing!

    https://forsevenseasons.wordpress.com

  15. KayElle says

    February 26, 2016 at 2:31 pm

    You look beautiful! The color looks great on you!!

    xo,
    KayElle

    http://www.MissKayElle.com

  16. gemma says

    February 26, 2016 at 12:51 pm

    Oh wow such a gorgeous dress. You look so pretty. Gemma x
    http://www.jacquardflower.uk

  17. Quinn says

    February 26, 2016 at 7:38 am

    Such a beautiful formal dress! That color blue is stunning on you xx

    http://www.qustomquinns.com/blog

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