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Designer trees by national celebs win high favor at Children's Assessment Centerholiday coffee

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Kenneth Cole contributed this unusual tree decorated with wooden shoe lasts andsilver baby booties.
Photo by © Katy Anderson
Photo by © Katy Anderson
Photo by © Katy Anderson
Photo by © Katy Anderson
Photo by © Katy Anderson
Photo by © Katy Anderson
Photo by © Katy Anderson
Photo by © Katy Anderson
This fanciful tree, designed by Rachel Roy, went on the auction block forChildren's Assessment Center.
Photo by © Katy Anderson
Photo by © Katy Anderson

It isn't every day that a non-profit can claim such celebrity affiliation as that of Kenneth Cole, Rachel Roy and Jessica Simpson. But that's just was the Children's Assessment Center enjoyed for its holiday guild coffee, thanks to Jane Dale Owen, who donated three whimsical Christmas trees decorated by those stars.

The trees were on display in the River Oaks home of Stephanie and Bill Perkins, where guests arrived loaded with toys, gift cards and donations for those served by CAC. In addition to bidding on the trees, fundraising continued throughout the mid-morning fête as guests shopped the wares of Tiffany Natkin with Tickleprint, the taste sensations of Natkin Cooks and the jewelry offerings from Elizabeth Irvine. All were offered with a percentage of sales going to the non-profit.

Stephanie and Ursaline Hamilton chair CAC's annual Spirit of Spring luncheon and reminded guests to save the date — April 5 — for the fundraiser at the Westin Galleria Hotel.

The gathering included a load of CAC Guild board members such as Ericka Bagwell, Anne Carl, Kimberly DeLape, Tena Faust, Amy Lee, Stephen Lewis, Lucinda Loya, Bruce Padilla, Merele Yarbrough, Nancy Golden, Kim Moody and Alicia Smith.

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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.

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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.

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