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HIluxury Anniversary Gala

August 2008 - September 2008 HILuxury
HILuxury marked its one-year anniversary with a celebratory event on June 3, 2008. Ruth's Chris Steak House in Waikiki buzzed with activity as HILuxury's contributors toasted to the magazine's milestone.

Symphony Ball

August 2008 - September 2008 HILuxury
Honolulu Symphony held its 11th annual "Ports of Call" Symphony Ball to the tune of orchestral music, dancing and festivities. The event serves as a fund-raiser for the symphony's music education and community outreach initiatives.

Maui Film Festival

August 2008 - September 2008 HILuxury
This year's Maui Film Festival drew cinema aficionados and A-list celebrities to the beautiful community of Wailea. Events were held from June 17 to 21, with honors being bestowed on Pierce Brosnan, Felicity Huffman, Virginia Madsen and Dennis Quaid for their work in film.

Ballet Hawaii Benefit

October 2008 - November 2008 HILuxury
Ballet Hawaii hosted a fundraiser Sept. 6, treating attendees to "Music of the Night." Held at a historic Nuuanu home owned by Stanford Carr, the benefit featured performances by stars of Return of the Three Phantoms, fine dining and an "unequaled, up-close Broadway experience."

Nordstrom Gala

April 2008 - May 2008 HILuxury
Local fashionistas, celebrities and VIPs turned out en masse on March 5, 2008 for the opening celebration of Nordstrom in Ala Moana Center. The retailer’s first Hawaii store debuted to the fanfare of a full runway fashion show, and guests were treated to an exclusive “sneak preview” shopping spree through Nordstrom’s three-floors of designer wares. Proceeds from the event went to benefit Bishop Museum, Hawaii Theatre Center and HUGS.

Dior 60th Anniversary

February 2008 - March 2008 HILuxury
The famed couture name celebrated a milestone anniversary in December 2007. Festivities held at the Dior store in Ala Moana Center unveiled Dior’s 60th anniversary book and showcased the designer’s influential style.

C.S. Wo Holiday Party

February 2008 - March 2008 HILuxury
Under the theme “At Home for the Holidays,” C.S. Wo and Neiman Marcus collaborated for an unforgettable event at the C.S. Wo Gallery in downtown Honolulu. The celebration featured table settings and holiday fashions from Neiman Marcus, as well as gourmet food and wine.

Indashio Fashion Show

February 2008 - March 2008 HILuxury
Hot young designer Brad Batory — self-dubbed “Indashio” — showcased his Spring 2008 line at the Honolulu Design Center in January. Indashio’s “Viva Las Vegas” collection debuted at last fall’s New York Fashion Week, marking the arrival of the 23-year-old on the couture scene. From leopard- print frocks to slinky cocktail numbers, Indashio’s style savvy — he’s dressed Nicky Hilton and Tyra Banks, among others — lit up the night. The event also raised funds for the Hawaii Adult Friends for Youth and the Hawaiian Development Community Board.

2100 Kalakaua Fine Arts Exhibit

December 2007 - January 2008 HILuxury
Waikiki’s “Luxury Row” on 2100 Kalakaua Ave. opened a fine arts exhibit Nov. 3 with a night of festivities. Retailers — including Gucci, Yves Saint Laurent and Tiffany & Co. — opened their doors to showcase in-store exhibits of work from noted artists like painter Alan Leitner and ceramist Daven Hee.

Contempo at Neiman Marcus

June 2008 - July 2008 HILuxury
The Contemporary Museum held its annual "ConTempo" black-tie event at Neiman Marcus, featuring an art sale and entertainment to benefit the local art institution. Under the "Latin Nights" theme, 500 guests danced to the sounds of Son Caribe and enjoyed a "Wines and Beyond" silent auction.

Hawaii Theatre Fundraising Gala Celebration

June 2008 - July 2008 HILuxury
Held at the Kahala Hotel and Resort, the Hawaii Theatre Center's annual black-tie fund-raiser drew guests for an evening of fine dining, auctions and stunning table favors from Tiffany & Co. ENCORE! was chaired by theatre board member Linda Ahlers. "Past guests have told us that our gala has some of the most selective and creative auction packages of any Honolulu fundraiser," Ahlers said. "Many items are so special that they otherwise could not be purchased at any price."

Theater Marquee

August 2007 - September 2007 HILuxury
Manoa Valley Theatre's annual fundraiser featured entertainment by Jimmy Borges, Alethea Train and Cathy Foy. Under the title Manoa Marquee: A Celebration of the Arts in Hawaii, the fundraiser honored Mark Wong and Guy Merola of Commercial Data Systems for their dedication to the arts.

East-West Center Foundation Dinner

August 2007 - September 2007 HILuxury
The Honorable U.S. Sen. Daniel K. Inouye received the East-West Center's Asia Pacific Community Building Award on Friday, June 1, 2007. The Center's annual fund-raiser, held this year at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Coral Ballroom, was themed "The Magic of East & West," and raised money for East-West Center Scholarships.

Symphony raises funds for school program

June 2007 - July 2007 HILuxury
Honolulu Symphony benefactors toasted the "Ports of Call," the 10th annual ball at the Hawaii Convention Center. The affair boasted an interactive electronic auction, to bid and help bring music to thousands of Hawaii schoolchildren.

Governor’s Ball

December 2007 - January 2008 HILuxury
The March of Dimes 2007 Governor’s Ball was held at the Sheraton Waikiki Ballroom Saturday, Oct. 27. A fundraiser for March of Dimes’ efforts in the prevention of birth defects, the event featured entertainment and a presentation of the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Award for Distinguished Community to former Governor Ben Cayetano.

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