Sometimes waiting patiently is the price we pay to get what we want.  When that doesn't work, frequently there are alternatives (other than internal road rage). If only the Lilly Pulitzer fans who recently stood in line at a certain big box store knew, they'd be at Designing Women Boutique in a heartbeat perusing our collection of original Lilly Pulitzer designs, including dresses, skirts, and tops - S, M, L, priced from $39 to $59.  Add some pearls and you're good to go.  Now that's an alternative for your "must have" list!

In the Upper Level Galleries:

 
The latest Christian Louboutins?  No, but these whimsical, historically-inspired shoes have their own fanciful way about them - and each resides in its own uniquely crafted shadow box for wall hanging. A very special interpretation of decorative arts.



For the Outdoorsman

This late 19th century chromolithograph is by renowned maritime artist
Frederic Schiller Cozzens (American, 1846-1928).  Framed, it can be seen in our Upper Level Galleries with other fine yachting, hunting, and wildlife prints.

Space Considerations
Looking for that "Voila!" moment?  From Mexican wrought iron and leather, to Danish modern teak, to Swedish antique inspired, DWB has recently received an intriguing range of furniture styles. For accents or major anchors to a room, you may find that just-perfect piece to embellish your redecoration or newly-acquired space. Come envision with us!

On the Calendar
THURSDAY APRIL 30TH
DWB SALON SERIES 2015

SheriNadelman
Sheri Nadelman
SHERI NADELMAN
Professional Songwriter, Lead Singer soulRcoaster Band
Songs of Purpose, Passion and Pleasure
Mini-Lecture, Lunch, & Style Show - Thursday, April 30, 11:30 AM

Want to be inspired?  
Click HERE for a preview of Sheri's presentation. You won't want to miss hearing Sheri in person!!


At Designing Women Boutique - 1226 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota

Tickets: $20 per person - Available in person at the Boutique; call and order at 941-366-5293; or order online at www.designingwomenboutique.org.  
Click on "Purchase Tickets" in the top line.

Benefiting local arts and human services.
Salon Series 2015 Sponsor

DWB Salon Series 2015 Sponsor

Judith Skornicka Schwartzbaum
Financial Advisor
Morgan Stanley

Thank You!!

 

WEDNESDAY, MAY 13, 2015

PLAYDATE 
AT THE ASOLO
Come join us for an evening at the Asolo's Mertz Theater for this World Premiere,

conceived and directed by 

Gordon Greenberg.


 

Frank Loesser's songs earned him four Tonys, a Pulitzer, a Grammy, an Academy Award, and an iconic place in American music history. From his Broadway musicals Guys and Dolls and How To Succeed In Business Without Really Trying - to his enormously popular hits "Heart and Soul" and "Baby, It's Cold Outside",  Luck be a Lady

will feature some of Broadway's finest, singing and dancing their way through the songbook of this incomparable composer. 


Buffet at 6pm; "Scoop" with a member of the cast giving production insights at 7 pm; performance at 8pm. Tickets:  $75, includes orchestra seating and buffet.  Available in person at the Boutique; call and order at 941-366-5293; or order online at www.designingwomenboutique.org.  Click on "Purchase Tickets" in the top line.


Asolo Repertory Theatre:  5555 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, Florida
 


First Annual Founders Luncheon


Designing Women Boutique's First Annual Founders Luncheon was held at the Francis on April 8, 2015.  Margaret Wise, Jean Weidner Goldstein, and Diane Roskamp cajoled and reminisced, while thanking the many supporters of DWB over the years.   

To read about the Luncheon, please click HERE. (Thank you, Molly Schechter! )  To see additional photos from the luncheon, please click HERE. (Thank you, Cliff Roles! )
         SPEAK EASY
Ringling College of Art + Design, Graphic + Interactive Communications Class of 2015

Recently Designing Women Boutique fulfilled a request from Ringling College's Graphic + Interactive Communication Class of 2015.  In keeping with the Speak Easy theme of their upcoming Senior Show, the young ladies of the class were styled with borrowed designer fashions from the Boutique befitting 1920's glam.  

 

Assisted by long-time local fashion maven Jeanne Peterson who volunteered her expertise for the fittings, we think you'll agree the results say "Speak Easy"!!


 
Exhibition Friday, May 1st, 2015, 7-10PM.

Ringling College Campus, Exhibition Hall

 

Note:  This is part of our ongoing short stories about the arts and human services organizations you support through your Designing Women Boutique donations, consignments, and purchases.




Designing Women Boutique is a 501(c)3 organization that has granted over 
$1.75 million to more than 70 arts and human services organizations in Sarasota County since 2002. Please consider making a donation to us at any time.   www.designingwomenboutique.org or call 941-366-5293. 
Thank you.