In the presence of Her Serene Highness Princess Charlene of Monaco, the Princess Grace Foundation USA Board of Trustees, Wednesday October 30 2013, will mark the Princess Grace Awards Gala, celebrating the winners of this year’s Princess Grace Awards. The extraordinary Gala Chairs Serena and William D. Lese and Sandra van Essche have put together an evening of excellence in entertainment as 2012 Princess Grace Award Winner, Tap Choreographer, Michelle Dorrance will open the Gala with a special performance and Paula Zahn, will host the event that continues the legacy of Princess Grace of Monaco who helped emerging artists pursue their artistic goals during her lifetime. The Gala begins at 6:30pm with a Reception, followed by 7:30pm Awards Ceremony, diner and auction, don’t forget the After-Dinner Dancing with DJ Clockwork. For tickets and for information, please to to PGFUSA AWARDS GALA.
For what to wear to this elegant, royal engagement, we took our cue from the deep rich shade of the invitation then found two gorgeous Notte by Marchesa gowns that will take you to black tie events now, through the holidays and well into the New Year. This Notte by Marchesa One-Shoulder Organza Bow Gown $895 and Notte by Marchesa Embellished Strapless Silk Gown $895 capture the glamour of the evening and of the season. The dazzling jewels are by Graff, a generous sponsor of the event Graff Icon Earrings, Graff Infinity Ruby Earrings. To carry the sparkle, we chose the Prada Paillettes Fringe Clutch $1195 and the Diane von Furstenberg Sutra Metallic Canvas Convertible Clutch $325. Need to warm your shoulders darling? Let the RED Valentino Rabbit Fur Cropped Jacket $1795 keep you cozy while looking smashing. And of course, every princess needs her sparkling slippers to dance the night away Jimmy Choo Elaine Strappy Glitter Sandals $595, Jimmy Choo Capri Glitter Cap-Toe Pumps $695.
The Princess Grace Foundation-USA was founded 30 years ago by Prince Rainier III of Monaco in honor of his wife, Princess Grace. The Foundation’s mission, that mirrors Princess Grace’s in Her lifetime, is to support emerging artists in theater, dance and film through the awarding of scholarships, apprenticeships and fellowships. Since the Foundation’s inception, more than 800 Awards have been given to recipients, totaling more than $10 million.
