Après Ski Houston Style

Après ski Houston style: Chic European outerwear label stakes a claim at River Oaks District

What:Moncler opening.

Where: River Oaks District.

The scoop: Close to 200 fashionistas and supporters of the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) gathered for opening festivities of the boutique that specializes in the chicest of outerwear. Think puffer jackets, fur-trimmed accessories, boots, bags and more, just the thing for ski vacationing. Plenty of options in down.

Who: Jessica Simon, Kathryn and Jeff Smith, Elizabeth Hoff, Meredith and Fielding Cocke, Roslyn Margolis, Elizabeth Vittor, Cathy Kagle, Sarah and Steven Deutser, Claire Cormier Thielke and Dr. Tarif Abboushi.

Emerson Hankamer, Cecilia Hankamer.

News, Moncler opening, Dec. 2015, Emerson and Cecilia Hankamer

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Emerson Hankamer, Cecilia Hankamer.

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Party Watch

Houston schmooze soirée dazzles while honoring Jackson Hicks’ legacy

Legacy Community Health Holiday Schmooze

Photo by Daniel Ortiz

Lisa Foronda and Greg Harper.

What: Legacy Community Health’s Holiday Schmooze

Where: The North Boulevard residence of Richard Holt

The Scoop: In true holiday spirit, Legacy Community Health’s Holiday Schmooze unfolded on December 12 at Richard Holt’s North Boulevard estate. Picture this: Glittering yuletide wonderland decor and a canopy of twinkling lights and festive garlands. That’s the scene where more than 250 revelers sipped cocktails and savored a lavish buffet, all while supporting The Jackson Hicks Endowed Fund for the Awareness, Prevention, and Treatment of HIV/AIDS at Legacy.

Founded by the late Jackson Hicks — Houston's "Prince of Parties" who catered A-list events for more than 30 years — this beloved annual soirée has become a must in Houston’s philanthropic calendar.

Robert Palussek, Legacy’s interim CEO, and Chree Boydstun, chief development officer, greeted a crowd of well-heeled Houstonians donning their holiday finest. Guests mingled in the glow of sparkling holiday trees, their spirits high as they toasted to the cause and the season. Every detail of the event paid homage to Hicks’ legacy of generosity and panache.

Who: Wanna Hadnott, Chree Boydstun, Shannon Hall, Vivian Wise, Tripp Carter, Hallie Vanderhider and Bobby Dees, Richard Werner, Tony Bravo, Kari Findley, and Ken Sill.

Photo by Daniel Ortiz

Lisa Foronda and Greg Harper.

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