Tampa Bay METRO Magazine hosted its annual Summer with Style event at Neiman Marcus International Plaza—Thursday, May 1st. The event benefited the Children’s Dream Fund, a charitable organization whose primary mission is to bring the dreams of seriously ill children to reality. Founded in 1981, the organization has been at the forefront of serving the Tampa Bay area community for more than 30 years….one dream at a time. The night included delicious rounds of hors d’oeuvres, martinis, great conversation, a presentation by fab jewelry designer Stephanie Kantis and was wrapped up with a fabulous fashion show. In the end, we all came together to support a great cause. I encourage you to contact the good folks over at the Children’s Dream Fund to find out how you can contribute to their wonderful cause. Our children are our future. Check out some scenes from this fabulous event below.
:::The host and hostess of the evening:::
8 Year-old Marissa of the CDF who is battling leukemia, performed a song co-written with her BFF Kayla. Her dream is to sing on the Ellen Show. This performance literally had me in tears. Ellen, if you happen to be reading this, please give the little cutie-pie a call.She is such a sweet spirit. Oh and can sing her heart out too.
I had the pleasure of chatting it up with the fabulous Stephanie Kantis about her bold, luxe and sophisticated-chic jewelry line sold at Neiman Marcus. You can check out her fabulous line at your local Neiman Marcus or stephaniekantis.com
:::Stephanie’s mom was right by her side to show support. Two beautiful and very sweet women:::
:::I rocked black & white with a pop of Florida sunshine:::
:::The fabulous models ripped the runway:::
:::Marissa closed the show:::
“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.”
-Harriet Tubman
