Austin Way Magazine - GreenGale Publishing - There is a place beyond the crowds, beyond the ropes, where dreams are realized and success is celebrated. You are invited.
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Dealership owner Jim Snell cuts the ribbon for the grand opening. Chris Marchand with Nancy, Jim, and Jimmy Snell Kristie Bates and Robin Reed Bryan and Charlotte Sanders Julie Frank and Rob Brazi el Season Dionne and Angela Stewart Pen Taylor, Tara Looper, Sharon Arteaga, Jaclyn Moffa, and Ellie Kotaphis Rebecca Campbell and Bobi Garland Tim Martin and Joe Kucharski Ashley Garmon and Lisa Reile Michael Wilkinson with the dress he designed for Amy Adams in American Hustle. Ana Defrates and Augustina Rodriguez THE AUSTIN FILM SOCIETY hosted an intimate event in honor of the creative works of Oscar-nominated costume designer Michael Wilkinson. The evening began with a fabulously curated cocktail hour with the designer. Alongside freeze models dressed by Julian Gold, guests sipped on Tito's Handmade vodka and noshed on bites from Olamaie. Attendees were given exclusive access to the Harry Ransom Center, where they viewed Wilkinson's costumes from critically acclaimed film American Hustle. Bobi Garland then led a discussion with Wilkinson, during which he illuminated his creative process from the conceptualization to the realization of his designs. JAGUAR LAND ROVER celebrated its exciting expansion into the heart of downtown Austin with nothing less than a "British by birth, Texan by choice"-themed soirée. The luxury car brand treated its guests to premium Texas brews and spirits, local wild game and hors d'oeuvres as well as traditional British treats—English teas, crumpets, and scones. Chris Marchand, Jaguar Land Rover's executive vice president of operations, was in town to welcome revelers to the dealership that has been downtown since 1997. The state-of-the-art show- room was outfitted with a long line of classic Jaguar and Land Rover automobiles to celebrate the manufacturers' long history. JAGUAR LAND ROVER GR AND OPENING AFS HONORS MICHAEL WILKINSON AUSTINWAY.COM 117