Let me tell you a story.... Back in February I received a message from a girl named Megan. She introduced herself to me, and said she is a photographer. Bells were already going of in my head; photographer.... vintage clothes...fashion shoot! We made plans to meet in person, and a week or so later we came face to face at a local coffee shop. We talked about her business, 689 Photography, and her background. I told her the history of Perch Travelling Boutique. We ended that meeting with an agreement to come up with a project we could do together. Later that night I sent her this message: "I have three words for you ~ Alice In Wonderland!" Her response? "I have four words for you ~ You read my mind! " And the rest, as they say, is history! Megan and I pooled together an amazing team of talented artists and designers, and this photo shoot took place at the beginning of June, right after my mother passed away. I am so grateful I had such a creative project to focus all my energy on, instead of falling into a depression over my mother's death. I did miss telling her all the wonderful details of the day's progress, but I do believe 'she knows' how happy I was to be a part of something so artistic and imaginative. Some might even call it 'magical'! So without further ado, feast your eyes on the very best tea party the Okanagan has ever seen! Bon Appetit! (Don't you wish you could've been there?)Photography and Creative Concept – Megan Hartridge 689 Photography
Photography Assistant – Kim Cederholm
Wardrobe Styling (Alice/Dormouse/Mad Hatter) & Props – Robyn Flinn Perch Travelling Boutique
Alice’s Earrings – Little Buttons
Floral Design/Location/Props & Set Design – Darquise Patenaude Blue Sage Farm - Floral Design
Hair Styling (Queen/Mad Hatter) – Gillian Jones Midtown studio
Makeup (Alice/Dormouse/Mad Hatter) – Courtney Ellis Robinson Courtney's Cosplay & Cosmetics
Models: Becca Beatch (Alice), Kristin Stratulat (Red Queen), Angel Roth (Dormouse), Maria Elige Aliaeva (Mad Hatter)
Do you ever dream of a time and place where the music was swanky, the women had 'it' and the nightlife was the cat's meow? Make that dream a reality, June 18th at Capone's Underground Affair. The night is guaranteed to transform you to another world~ one of opulence, excitement and maybe a little bit of danger (don't be surprised to see a few fellas from Capone’s gang, flapper girls, beggars, the town crier, and many more characters loitering around the grounds).
Bottega
Kip Jon Productions accepted the challenge of revamping the fabulous Bottega Farm Inn and Studio into a slick 1920's speak easy, complete with dancing girls, live music and 'forbidden' booze. Imagine stepping into another era, losing track of time and place. That is the goal of this world class production company.
A first class calibre fashion show featuring clothing from local boutiques and designers, performances by local musicians and performers, and appearances by the very best choreographers, make up artists and stylists from around the world will bring you face to face with the top movers and shakers in the entertainment industry. Prepare to be treated to performances featuring local jazz musicians Aidan Mayes with Justin Glibbery, as well as jazz vocalist Alexis Leycraft, jazz, opera and EDM singer, Lisa Bissonnette, and EDM songstress Natalia Kormish with guest DJ EBAR. While sipping a cocktail from Okanagan Spirits, feast your eyes on Kardinal Offishall, De’Arte, and Willy B, performers from Toronto who are teaming up with a special guest from the Okanagan. Nosh on appetizers from Gumtree Catering and sip wine from Hillside Winery, all while taking in the sights and sounds of the very best jazz music, fashion design and visual entertainment in the Okanagan. Be surrounded by two hundred of your closest friends while you experience the world of Al Capone's notorious speakeasys.
Hillside Winery
Okanagan Spirits
Gumtree Catering
Alexis Leycraft
Support for Capone's Undergraound Affair is provided by the Centre For Arts And Technology. Kip Jon Productions strives to encourage regional art, design, music and dance by including as much local talent in 'The Affair' as possible. The Okanagan Boys an Girls Club is the charity that will receive a portion of the evening's proceeds this year.
Rio Branner fascinators
Rumour has it that guests will be dolled up in their best glad rags, but in case you are looking for that something special to complete that keen look, be sure to find the girls from Perch Travelling Boutique. They will have handmade French style fascinators and gorgeous earrings dripping with vintage crystals from Rio Branner to finish your 1920's ensemble.
Rio Branner
Don't delay. Tickets to this once in a lifetime event are selling fast, and exclusively available now at the Centre for Arts and Technology (Kelowna), Square One Apparel (Vernon), Big Sun Beachwear & Tanning (Vernon), Influence Clothing (Kelowna), and Bia Boro Boutique (Kelowna) or ONLINE at http://www.Ticketor.com/theaffair. No tickets will be sold at the door, so no regrets! Get your tickets NOW!
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