Shelby's Social Diary

The shoes fit and these ladies bought them at the Jimmy Choo re-launch benefitparty

Roswitha Vogler
Photo by Roswitha Vogler/photosbyrovo.com
Dr. Michael Yafi displays his penchant for fancy footwear in these Jimmy Choos.
Photo by Roswitha Vogler/photosbyrovo.com
Photo by Roswitha Vogler/photosbyrovo.com
Photo by Roswitha Vogler/photosbyrovo.com
Photo by Roswitha Vogler/photosbyrovo.com
Photo by Roswitha Vogler/photosbyrovo.com
Photo by Roswitha Vogler/photosbyrovo.com
Photo by Roswitha Vogler/photosbyrovo.com
Photo by Roswitha Vogler/photosbyrovo.com
Photo by Roswitha Vogler/photosbyrovo.com

Fresh — that was the feel in the Jimmy Choo boutique in the Galleria, which unveiled a youthful ambiance on Thursday two weeks after closing for a pre-spring facelift. After 10 years of selling some of the most sought-after pumps and sandals on the planet, the shop was boosted by a subtle refresher.

In celebration, the boutique, along with Susan Plank and Sarah Simon, hosted a night of benefit shopping with a percentage of proceeds shared between Heroes for Children and Dec My Room. No worries over dividing the spoils. The ladies seriously shopped and at $750 and up for the prized, iconic footwear, the charity dollars rolled in. Store manager Sonya Shernak was clearly pleased.

It wasn't all about the ladies, however. Among the gents checking out the Jimmy Choo offerings was Dr. Michael Yafi, a pediatric endocrinologist with a penchant for high style. He wore a pair of embroidered Jimmy Choo slippers from the Men's Collection that he had purchased in Italy. He allowed that he has two other Jimmy Choo pairs (per the photos on his iPhone) that he had ordered from the Internet. And, no, there are no Men's Collection Jimmy Choo boutiques in the U.S. — yet.

Among those loving the alluring shoes and handbags were Amy Lee, Sarah Deutser, Lori Geshay, Donae Chramosta, Kalie Gusemano, Christine Hoffer, Celina Stabell, Ted Loch-Temzelides and Beata Loch, Diane Lokey Farb and Susan Litts.

unspecified

Party Watch

Distinguished Houston gents gather for Brioni’s grand opening

What: Brioni Grand Opening with Men of Distinction

Where: Brioni Boutique in River Oaks District

The scoop: Italian menswear designer Brioni celebrated the grand opening of its Houston flagship at River Oaks District with a luxurious evening that merged high fashion with philanthropy. The November 7 event featured a private preview of Brioni's Bespoke Trunk Show, spotlighting the brand’s tailored craftsmanship. Men of Distinction, a nonprofit honoring Houston's community leaders, took the opportunity to recognize its esteemed researchers and honorees, celebrating milestones in raising funds for critical medical research at Texas Medical Center.

Dr. Michael A. Belfort of Texas Children’s Hospital delivered remarks that highlighted Men of Distinction's contributions to pioneering medical procedures, such as life-changing surgeries for spina bifida. Guests enjoyed Italian prosecco, old-fashioned cocktails, and tastings from The Macallan’s 12- and 15-year single malts, along with Italian bites by Bari Ristorante. Attendees left with luxurious parting gifts, including a Brioni crocodile leather keychain and a spa experience at The Post Oak Hotel.

Photo by Gary Fountain

A.J. Williams with Andi and Ballard Infante.

Who: Jesse Tudor, Gary Peterson, Mike Linn and Carol Linn, Keith Mosing and Alice Mosing, David Wurthrich, Tom Perich and Debra Perich, Dancie Ware and Jim Ware, John Serpe, Molly Crownover, Kevin Gilliard and Frank Billingsley, Tracy Dieterich, Robert Bernard, A.J. Williams, and Andi and Ballard Infante.

brioni river oaks district fundraisers men of distinction