June will be here next week, Birmingham! Can you believe we’re nearly halfway through 2018? It’s officially time to celebrate the arrival of summer in the Magic City, and this June there are plenty of fantastic events to get you excited for the season. For this edition of “What to Wear,” we pulled style suggestions from two of our favorite local boutiques, The Clothes Tree by Deborah and Zoco Boutique, to inspire your fashion choices for three fabulous upcoming events: Slicefest, Art on the Rocks and the U.S. Women’s Open Championship at Shoal Creek.
Today’s models are two hardworking ladies from the USGA who are helping to make this year’s U.S. Women’s Open a hole-in-one. Jenna Harmer is this year’s Championship Coordinator. She oversees and manages the day-to-day operations of the volunteer program, a 1,000+ group who will assist with the duties of over 17 volunteer committees throughout the championship weekend. “This is so exciting not only for the state and for the city of Birmingham, but also for a place like Shoal Creek that has such rich championship golf history,” says Jenna. “I am extremely proud and honored to be a part of this team, and I look forward to what I know is going to be a fantastic week of golf for the players, fans, volunteers and everyone else involved.”
Our fabulous models, Jenna Harmer (right) and Taylor Holly (left) of USGA, are all smiles at one of the gorgeous residences in the new development, Troon Hamlet at Shoal Creek.
Player Services intern Taylor Holly will assist with the player registration process as well as player hospitality. Essentially, Taylor is the go-to girl for answering any questions about the surrounding area, the championship play and will offer support to all 156 of this year’s golfers. “I am really excited to see a big world championship come to Alabama and make history, especially with it being the U.S. Women’s Open Championship,” Taylor shares. “I think that our volunteers are going to make this year extra special. They are really wanting to show everyone just how great Birmingham and Alabama are, as well as showing true Southern hospitality.”
Our stunning backdrop is the idyllic Shoal Creek Community, where the Women’s Open will take place. This luxurious community was founded 40 years ago with a world-class golf course at its center. Now, with more than 100 residences, Shoal Creek is an enclave of walking trails, lakes for fishing and kayaking, state-of-the-art horse stables and stunning move-in ready homes, including in the beautiful new development, Troon Hamlet, which we had the opportunity to explore during this photo shoot.
The Event: 73rd U.S. Women’s Open Championship at Shoal Creek
- May 31 through June 3, 2018
- Gates open at 6:30 a.m. each day.
- Tickets start at $20 per day. All juniors under 18 get in free with a ticketed adult.
- For more information, visit usga.org.
Come out to the breathtaking Shoal Creek May 29 through June 3 for the 73rd Annual U.S. Women’s Open Championship! Attendees will enjoy the ultimate test in women’s golf for 156 of the best female players in the world with a focus on shot-making, course management and physical and mental endurance. This is the ideal event for enjoying the Alabama sunshine while witnessing some of the best athletes in the world compete for the coveted championship title. Grab the whole family and enjoy an unforgettable weekend at Shoal Creek!
What to Wear: For this event, we suggest cool, comfortable and lightweight clothing. Our models, Taylor and Jenna, are rocking ensembles from USGA, which will be available for purchase at the U.S. Women’s Open. A breezy skirt paired with the USGA polo, tennis shoes and a light jacket for layering is the perfect outfit for enjoying this event.
Look #1:
On Jenna from USGA: JOFIT white short sleeve polo, $75; Mina skort, $78
Look #2:
On Taylor from USGA: Annika by Cutter & Buck performance skort, $88; lime polo, $78
Look #3:
On Jenna from USGA: Navy pullover with pink trim, $88; Mina skort, $78
How darling is Jenna in this pullover with Shoal Creek proudly listed on the championship logo?
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Look #4:
On Taylor from USGA: Annika by Carter & Buck sleeveless stripe polo, $72; performance skort, $88
This 2018 U.S. Women’s Open Championship will bring 156 of the best female golfers in the world to Shoal Creek for the ultimate golf competition. All of these USGA styles will be available for purchase throughout the weekend.
The Event: Art on the Rocks
- June 8, 2018
- 7 p.m. to 11 p.m.
- Tickets are $15 for members and $24 for non-members.
- For more information, visit artsbma.org.
Art on the Rocks is back for its 14th year of summer celebration! On June 8, attendees can enjoy artist collaborations, interactive performances, delicious bites, fun cocktails and hot musical guest, The Suffers, all while exploring the Birmingham Museum of Art after dark. This is a great and unique option for date night or an evening out with the girls. See Birmingham through a different light at this art-forward event.
What to Wear: Take advantage of the vibrant artistic atmosphere at this event by wearing a statement style. We teamed up with the fashion gurus at The Clothes Tree by Deborah to come up with four fabulous looks that will make you feel amazing. We suggest a dress or skirt in a vibrant shade with unexpected details, like ruffles, feathers or standout accessories. Don’t hold back — this is the event for dressing creatively!
Look #1:
On Jenna from The Clothes Tree by Deborah: Ruffled pink dress, $495
On Jenna from The Clothes Tree by Deborah: Turquoise and gold drop earrings, $66; gold chain necklace, $78
Look #2:
On Taylor from The Clothes Tree by Deborah: Black shift dress with feather trim, $275
On Taylor from The Clothes Tree by Deborah: Open choker necklace, $84; gold bar and circle earrings, $72
Look #3:
On Jenna from The Clothes Tree by Deborah: Blue skirt, $396; white blouse, $132
From The Clothes Tree by Deborah: Silver handbag, $212
Look #4:
On Taylor from The Clothes Tree by Deborah: Yellow dress, $275
On Taylor from The Clothes Tree by Deborah: Tassel earrings, $12
On Taylor from The Clothes Tree by Deborah: Vibrant bohemian clutch, $120
The Event: SliceFest
- June 16, 2018
- Gates open at 1 p.m.
- Tickets are $30 in advance and $35 at the gate.
- For more information, visit slicefest.com.
The biggest block party in Birmingham returns for a day full of music, food and fun! SliceFest will hit Lakeview this June 16 for its seventh year celebrating local and regional music talent, as well as local craft beer, food trucks and specialty pizzas from the host, Slice Pizza & Brewhouse. This year’s lineup includes favorites, The Original Wailers and The Vegabonds, plus local artists, Tragic City, Will Stewart, The Brook & The Bluff and more!
What to Wear: Festival attire is all about bohemian-inspired fashion and light fabrics. After all, June in the Magic City is hot, hot, hot! Our friends at Zoco Boutique in Mountain Brook helped us pull together four fun and festive ensembles to ensure you look and feel your best at this year’s SliceFest.
Look #1:
On Jenna from Zoco Boutique: Black tank, $49; white shorts, $60
On Jenna from Zoco Boutique: Blush bag, $229; dalmation-patterned wedged boots, $115
Look #2:
On Taylor from Zoco Boutique: Black and white Aztec-pattern dress, $45
On Taylor from Zoco Boutique: Lilac tassel earrings, $45
From Zoco Boutique: White crossbody bag, $54.80
Look #3:
On Jenna from Zoco Boutique: Tropical romper, $65
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On Jenna from Zoco Boutique: Navy feather earrings, $25; white-and-gold choker, $35
From Zoco Boutique: Tan booties, $89.50
Look #4:
On Taylor from Zoco Boutique: Rust-colored romper, $58
On Taylor from Zoco Boutique: Gold circle earrings, $63; gold necklace with triangle pendant, $30.50
Have a fun — and stylish — June!
Thank you to Jenna Harmer and Taylor Holly of USGA for modeling today’s looks!
Thank you to Shoal Creek for allowing us to use their gorgeous space as the backdrop of this fun fashion shoot. Shoal Creek residents enjoy privacy and an unspoiled natural setting in which to live and explore through a multitude of outdoor activities, including kayaking in one of the many lakes and boarding and training your horse at the Inanda Stables. To learn more about Shoal Creek Properties and the new Troon Hamlet development, visit liveatshoalcreek.com.
And thank you to Eric & Jamie Gay of Eric & Jamie Photography for the fabulous photos of Jenna and Taylor.
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