Talking FNO on DFW Close Up with Ashley Roberts

Fashion's Night Out is just days away and this morning I sat down with CW33's Ashley Roberts to talk about the hottest places to hit on this exciting evening. I hope to see everyone at NorthPark Center on Thursday, September 6.  I will be at The Fashionistas lounge to catch the runway shows at 6, 7 and 8PM. In between, I will be wandering from one end of NPC to the other checking out the happenings at Neiman Marcus, Pinto Ranch, Aveda, Gregory's and more!

To see a complete listing of events, download NorthPark Center's FNO brochure here. 

The Ladies of Big Rich Texas Go Nude

"If you are not wearing the right accessory, then you might as well be nude." That is the philosophy of the Accessories in the Nude (AIN) event.  Flair for Fashion produced the AIN kick-off party held Saturday, January 14 at The Spa Bar, which was hosted by Fashionistas founder, Heidi Dillon.

Daylon Pereira and Heidi Dillon

Perched on a high-back white chaise,  I teased Heidi that her high-collared, black leather top by Rick Owens made her look like the Evil Queen in Snow White.  She was anything but, as loyal fashion subjects took their turn for a few words with the benevolent ruler of Dallas' fashion scene.

The AIN competition showcased fabulous accessory designers Maria Day, Shirley Zago, Khrome, Paula Parish, Morgan Moss, Trudi Bell, & Becca Jett.  Judging their works were Eddie Nelson Barnett fo Eddie & Co. Showroom, Debra Jones of Jones 2000, Toni Duclottni of CW33 and House of Haute, Andre Terry of IMG Designs and Sallie La Blanc of Visual Advantages.  The winner will be announced at the AIN - Fashion Show on March 17, 2012, hosted by Courtney Kerr and Daylon Pereira from Bravo’s Most Eligible Dallas.

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Dillon told me, "I am very passionate about supporting emerging fashion and accessories designers in our area.  There is so much undiscovered talent in Dallas  and it thrills me to be able to participate in providing a platform for them to showcase their work. Fashion is commerce, after all, and it brings beauty, excitement and glamor to our city."

Leslie Birkland and Cynthia Smoot

Providing another layer of entertainment for me, was the fact that they were filming scenes for the upcoming season of Big Rich Texas. I can't believe that as much as I have written about this show, this event was my first time to meet Leslie Birkland and her god-daughter, Kalyn Braun.  Leslie is even more gorgeous in person and after seeing the new commercial for Season Two that just hit the airwaves - I can't wait to see more of her!!

PS: Pardon the pink glow on all of the photos. But that's what the zillion lights that BRT crew were toting did to my camera.

Holiday Wrap Up: Danielle Vollmar

 As the New Year approaches, I asked some of Dallas' most famous faces to reflect back and tell me what they most enjoyed about this holiday season and if they have set a New Year's Resolution for themselves.

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Danielle Vollmar

KDAF/CW33 Host of Eye Opener

"My favorite part of this Christmas holiday was for the first time in almost 5 years I got to go home and spend it with family and friends in Philadelphia and DC.  I normally have to work on TV during the holiday but since it was on the weekend I got the chance to eat yummy turkey and homemade chocolate chip cheesecake!

Danielle with Zoey

My New Years Resolution is that I am really going to try to eat healthier and also get involved with more charity work here in Dallas since I recently moved!  I am so excited to be in this amazing city and I really want to pay it forward in 2012!"

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Holiday Wrap Up: Amanda Salinas

The holidays have ended and New Year has arrived, so I asked some of Dallas' most famous faces to reflect back and tell me what they most enjoyed about this holiday season and if they have set a New Year's Resolution for themselves.

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Amanda Salinas

KDAF/CW33 News Anchor

“It was a quiet Christmas at the Salinas house this year, and that’s just how we wanted it to be. Because of my work schedule, I don’t see much of my children except for breakfast. Spending quality days with my 7 year old daughter and 5 year old son was the only present I wanted. Of course we can’t forget the hubby! One of my hobbies is cooking. This year I made Roast Beef with Yorkshire pudding and gravy for our Christmas dinner. My husband is British Canadian and this was my way of honoring his heritage.

As I look ahead to 2012, I fall into the usual clichés. I hope for a year filled with great things, filled love, and hope for a good America. Happy New Year!!”

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