Parties with a purpose are among the most anticipated and celebrated events in Fort Worth year after year. These glamorous galas and breathtaking balls are more than just grand dinners and nights of dancing; the annual events help to support some of the city's most important non-profit organizations and serve to introduce new event attendees to the mission behind the fun.
Hair and makeup provided by Lemongrass Salon. Special thanks to stylists Abbey Huneycutt and Kelley Upton. Creations from Dallas designer Esé Azénabor will be featured at the 2015 New York Fashion Week. For more on this designer, check out FWTX.com for an interview with the designer.AFR Furniture Rental provides sleek and modern furnishings for any event or special occasion.To begin planning for your next gathering, visit afrevents.com or call 972.400.4233.
Fashion Takes Flight The Fort Worth Zoo Ball
Theme: The Flamingo, Sept. 26, Benefiting: Fort Worth Zoo, fortworthzoo.org
140MM Tribute Leather Sandals, Yves Saint Laurent; $925; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
Goddess Hammered Gold-Plated Cuff, Stephanie Kantis; $445; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
24 k Gold-Plated Bronze Classic Link Necklace 18", Stephanie Kantis; $275; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
Coronation 24 k Gold-Plate Large Bracelet (as necklace), Stephanie Kantis; $185; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
24 k Gold-Plated Bronze Classic Link (as necklace), Stephanie Kantis; $155; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
Vintage 1960 Gold Drop Earrings; $85; Vintage Martini Dallas; vintagemartini.com
Beaded Cocktail Dress with Fringe Hem; Blush, Aidan Mattox; $395; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
Angelic Glow Jewel Charity Ball
Theme: Jewel Charity Angels, Dec. 12, 6 p.m., Benefiting: Cook Children's Medical Center, jewelcharity.org
Hermia, Pearl Gown, Esé Azénabor Couture Collection; $7,500; eseazenabor.com
Simulated Pearl Long Tassel Necklace, Lulu Frost; $295; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
1960 Large Vintage Ball Earrings; $32; ReVint Boutique; revintboutique.com
Special thanks to Bayer Brothers Sets for the custom created set pieces. For more visit bayerbros.com.
Stately Style The Fort Worth Opera Ball
Theme: The 2015 Presidential Gala, Sept. 19, 6:30 p.m., Benefiting: Fort Worth Opera, fwopera.org
1960 Brown Lace and Velvet Ball Gown, Pierre Balmain; $1198; Vintage Martini Dallas; vintagemartini.com
Camoscio, Calzautura Donna, Negro, Prada; $950; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
Bold Caviar Round Clip Earrings, Lagos; $695; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
1960 Sable Stole; $1495; Vintage Martini Dallas; vintagemartini.com
1960 Vintage Pearl Necklace with Silver Rhinestone Clasp; $57; ReVint Boutique; revintboutique.com
Floral design created by Blossoms on the Bricks. To custom order your own specialty creation, visit them at blossomsfortworth.com.
Voodoo Magic The Women's Center Gala
Theme: Monster Mash – It's a Voodoo Bash, Oct. 17, 7:30 p.m., Benefiting: The Women's Center, womenscentertc.org
Custom Designed Beaded Silk Chiffon gown with Japanese glass beads, Esé Azénabor Couture Collection; $2,500; eseazenabor.com
Silver Hand Harness, Eddie Borgo; $385; Vintage Martini Dallas; vintagemartini.com
Wheaton Ring with Black Onyx and Diamonds, David Yurman; $775; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
Lucite and Rhinestone Skull Necklace; $245; Vintage Martini Dallas; vintagemartini.com
1950 Black Glass Bead Earrings; $32; ReVint Boutique; revintboutique.com
Pigalle Follies 100 Patent Pollock, Black/Red, Christian Louboutin; $695; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
Rockstud Leather T-Strap Pump, Black, Valentino; $1,095; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
Crystal Drop Clip Earrings, Oscar de la Renta; $390; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
Govanti Adjustable Off the Shoulder Twist Gown, Silver, Talbot Runhof; $1,595; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
Grey Stingray Bangle; $72; ReVint Boutique; revintboutique.com
Catherine of Aragon, Black Mini; Esé Azénabor Couture Collection; $1,900; eseazenabor.com
Silver Hand Harness, Eddie Borgo; $385; Vintage Martini Dallas; vintagemartini.com
Wheaton Ring with Black Onyx and Diamonds, David Yurman; $775; Neiman Marcus FW; neimanmarcus.com
1950 Black Glass Bead Earrings; $32; ReVint Boutique; revintboutique.com
One-of-a-kind props and vintage set pieces provided by Gold Dust Vintage. For more information or to start designing your dream party,visit their website at golddustvintage.com or shoot a note to [email protected].