September in Birmingham delivers cooler weather along with some truly exciting events. We have chosen three upcoming events, from casual to formal, and paired them with selections from the style mavens at Monkee’s of Mountain Brook, Stella Blu and Village Sportswear. For each event, these local boutiques offer up some seriously stylish looks to help you decide what to wear. So whether you’re cheering on the U.S. Women’s National Team on their Victory Tour, enjoying a little culture at the Birmingham Artwalk or dancing with your beau at the ZooGala 2015, we’ve got a wardrobe solution for your September social calendar!
Event: Birmingham Artwalk—September 11-12
Birmingham Artwalk is an arts festival that transforms Birmingham’s loft neighborhood into an arts district, featuring the work of more than 100 visual artists, live musicians, street performers, food and drink vendors, and children’s activities. While the event spans Friday and Saturday, it’s the Friday night festivities we’re dressing for. The evening’s events have been compared to a huge gallery opening with a street festival atmosphere, and, as such, we need some playfully chic options. To learn more about the free event that draws thousands to downtown Birmingham, visit birminghamartwalk.org. And if you’re stumped for what to wear, keep scrolling …
Look #1:
From Stella Blu: Yumi Kim short floral romper, $228; pearl beaded necklace with black geo stone, $78; black booties with wooden platform heel, $178
Look #2:
From Stella Blu: Charlie Jade long, tie-dye romper, $198; metallic hoop earrings, $28
Look #3:
From Stella Blu: Quinn long white blouse, $228; clear beaded tassel necklace, $78; black NYC pants, $98; black booties with wooden platform heel, $178
Event: ZooGala 2015—Friday, September 18
This formal event under the stars is the Birmingham Zoo’s largest annual fundraising event, and this year, the event will also celebrate the zoo’s 60th anniversary. Enjoy cocktails and a lovely dinner among the stunning decor, dance to live music, and take part in animal walkabouts and a silent auction. The VIP Party begins at 6 p.m. with patron-level tickets at $600 per couple, and the main event begins at 8 p.m. and is open to friend-level ticket holders for $250 per couple. You’ll need to wear your most elegant attire for this gorgeous gala, and Village Sportswear has the perfect fashion fix!
Look #1:
From Village Sportswear: Red Halston Heritage dress, $495; silver handbag, $90
Look #2:
From Village Sportswear: Nicole Miller cap-sleeve gown, $950; metallic gold handbag, $45
Look #3:
From Village Sportswear: Maria Coca dress and jacket, $1,255; check glitter box, $60
Event: U.S. World Cup Victory Tour—Sunday, September 20
Celebrate the U.S. Women’s National Team as they take on Australia right here in Birmingham for their World Cup Victory Tour! Tickets range from $30 to $600 for VIP packages. The game starts at 1:30 p.m. at Legion Field, so you’ll be facing some midday sun and crowds, as the stadium will most likely be packed with enthusiastic supporters of our soccer champs. You need to dress casually for comfort, and be ready to contend with the hot sun or cool breezes. Our friends at Monkee’s of Mountain Brook have assembled the perfect ensembles, so you can root for our gals in style!
Look #1:
From Monkee’s of Mountain Brook: Ivory blouse, $158; gray 7 for all mankind skinny jeans, $198; Splendid gold bootie, $178; Jen Boaz tusk necklace, $107
Look #2:
From Monkee’s of Mountain Brook: Pleated-back blouse, $275; 7 for all mankind mid skinny jeans, $225; Chocolat Blu shoes in gray leather, $188; french necklace, $110
Look #3:
From Monkee’s of Mountain Brook: Black-and-white palm tunic, $250; black pants, $155; tassel necklace, $82; gold metallic shoe, $74
For more on what’s going on in Birmingham this September, visit our Happenings page. And for more on the boutiques that provided these what-to-wear looks, visit our SB Guide or download our FREE SB App (for the best of local!).
