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A Special Luxury Edition of What to Wear: December Events in Memphis

December brings celebrations galore, but what to wear? We've got you covered with fabulous looks for December events, plus a sneak peek at 2019 Lexus models!

Β· By Katelyn Caughron
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Ready or not, the holidays are here, and tons of events are happening in Memphis! From Christmas parties to concerts to charity events, you’ll be dressed to the nines and ready to face your social agenda in style. We have fabulous style solutions for three awesome events: Georgia O’Keeffe: Visions of Hawai’i at Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, Magic of Memphis at the Cannon Center for the Performing ArtsΒ and New Year’s Eve at the Peabody Hotel.

This special edition of What to Wear not only features gorgeous, brand-new 2019 Lexus models, but it also features representatives of local nonprofit organizations that Lexus of Memphis supports with each car sold. Courtney Smith is the cofounder and chairman ofΒ Southern Reins, a charitable nonprofit center for equine therapy, serving individuals with physical, cognitive and emotional disabilities. She is joined by her colleague and the Executive Director of Southern Reins, Jill Haag. From Memphis Brooks Museum of Art, Major Gifts Officer Lindsey Hedgepeth and Visitor Services Representative Khalifa West are our gorgeous models. And last but not least, our two beautiful models from Le Bonheur Children’s HospitalΒ are Director of Epilepsy Patient Services Lai Brooks and Occupational Therapist for Outpatient and Inpatient Rehabilitation Services Amanda Cobb.

The models rocked gorgeous (and a few super-luxe) garments from Sachi, Oak HallΒ andΒ Dazzle, stunning accessories fromΒ Mednikow, and the entire shoot took place at Southern Reinsβ€˜ beautiful 28-acre Collierville campus.

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Special guests from Southern Reins made an appearance to pose with our models and Lexus of Memphisβ€˜ 2019 cars.

The Event:Β Georgia O’Keeffe: Visions of Hawai’i at Memphis Brooks Museum of Art

  • December 1, 2018 to February 24, 2019
  • Hours: Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Closed Monday and Tuesday
  • Museum admission is $7 for adults, $6 for senior citizens and $3 for students and children ages 7 to 17.
  • For more information visit, brooksmusuem.org.

Take a trip back in time at the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art to see a rare exhibit of Georgia O’Keeffe’s depictions of a nine-week commissioned journey to create images for a Hawaiian Pineapple Company promotional campaign. Grab your pals and head on over to see some beautiful art by a world-renowned artist!

What to wear:Β This is an art-forward exhibition of one of America’s greatest female artists, a bold woman who took chances and broke barriers with her modernist works. So take a bold, art-forward approach with minimalist lines in bold colors and statement accessories. Express yourself!

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Khalifa West ofΒ Memphis Brooks Museum of Art and Lai Brooks ofΒ Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital are ready to ride to the Memphis Brooks Museum of Art in this beautiful 2019 Lexus GX460 in Starfire Pearl.

Look #1:

Lai is ready with spicy handbag and bright mustard sweater. Pin
On Lai fromΒ Sachi: Mustard sweater, $66; velvet pants, $52 | From Dazzle: Margo Rebecca necklace, $45; Jason Rose earrings, $12.50; Thacker handbag, $118

Look #2:Β 

Khalifa is ready to roll in her red sweater and fun accessories. Pin
On Khalifa from Sachi: Red sweater, $118; leather pants, $98 | From Dazzle: Simon Sebbag necklaces, $280 and $298;Β Daniella Lahavi handbag, $640 | Khalifa is beside the elegantΒ Lexus LS500 in Manganese Luster.

RELATED:Β 21 Memphis Events & Happenings: December 2018Β 

The Event: Magic of Memphis at The Cannon Center for the Performing Arts

  • December 22, 7:30 p.m.; December 23, 2:30 p.m.
  • Tickets start at $15.
  • Cannon Center for the Performing Arts
  • For more information visit,Β thecannoncenter.com.

The Memphis Symphony Orchestra will be putting on a sparkling celebration of the holiday season. The orchestra, chorus and soloists will be joined by America’s premiere female illusionist Lyn Dillies. Come celebrate Christmas with amazing magic, along with classic hymns and tunes.

What to wear:Β This symphony orchestra performance-meets-magic show is formal with a fun twist, so we recommend getting creative with your favorite LBD. Make your β€œLBD” look a jumpsuit for a modern take, dress it up with gorgeous jewelry or and maybe even give it an edge with aΒ pair of booties.

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Amanda Cobb and Lai Brooks ofΒ Le Bonheur Children’s Hospital and Khalifa West ofΒ Memphis Brooks Museum of Art are elegant and classy with their looks from Oak Hall and Mednikow. They stand beside the stunning 2019 LexusΒ LX570 in Atomic Silver.

Look #1:Β 

Amanda's look features a green velvet dress, keeping it classy but with a fun texture. Pin
On Amanda from Oak Hall: Dark green velvet dress, $750
From Mednikow: David Yurman 18-karat yellow-gold and diamond pave pendant necklace, $8,400; David Yurman pave bezel 18-karat yellow-gold and diamond triple drop earrings, $9,500Pin
On Amanda from Mednikow: David Yurman 18-karat yellow gold and diamond pave pendant necklace, $8,400; David Yurman pave bezel 18-karat yellow gold and diamond triple drop earrings, $9,500

Look #2:Β 

Your favorite LBD just took a twist with a spunky pattern and flattering cut. Pin
On Khalifa from Oak Hall: Black and gold dress, $695
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On Khalifa from Mednikow: David Yurman 18-karat yellow gold and diamond pendant necklace, $11,500; David Yurman Renaissance 18-karat yellow gold and diamond bracelets, $18,500 and $10,800

Look #3:Β 

You can never go wrong with a jumpsuit, especially one with lace! Pin
On Lai from Oak Hall: Jumpsuit, $510Β | From Mednikow: Elizabeth Locke 19-karat yellow gold dome diamond and pearl drop earrings, $3,850; Elizabeth Locke 19-karat yellow gold orvieto chain, $8,050, with pearl drop pendant, $4,625; Elizabeth Locke 19-karat yellow gold hammered bee bracelet, $8,250; David Yurman Super Nova 18-karat yellow gold and diamond cuff bracelet, $8,500

RELATED: 5 Tips for Layering Without Looking BulkyΒ 

The Event:Β New Year’s Eve at the Peabody Hotel

  • December 31, 2018
  • Hours: 8 p.m. to 2 a.m.
  • General admission tickets start at $40 online during the pre-sale and are $50 at door. VIP Passes are $150.
  • The Peabody Hotel
  • For more information visit,Β peabodymemphis.com.

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at The Peabody Hotel. This year’s party will include performances by Garry Goin Group, Seeing Red and DJ Epic. The party will be hosted throughout the hotel in the Grand Lobby and Mezzanine room with bands playing in the Continental Ballroom. The Rene Koopman Trio will also be performing classical music in the Corner Bar.

What to wear: Get all gussied upΒ for this fabulous New Year’s Eve soiree! We say you mix and match velvet to create a sophisticated look, then add just a hint of pizzazz. Ring in the new year with a sophisticated yet sparkling statement.

Stunning in their elegant attire, these ladies are ready to paint the town red! Laura Armstrong of NLA ProjectsPin
Lindsey Hedgepeth ofΒ Memphis Brooks Museum of Art and Courtney Smith ofΒ Southern Reins are stunning in their elegant outfits for New Year’s Eve. They are ready to hop in this sumptuous 2019 Lexus LS570 and head to The Peabody Hotel. Image:Β Laura Armstrong of NLA Projects

Look #1:Β 

Keeping it fun with textures, Jill is ready to hit the road for NYE!Pin
On Jill Haag ofΒ Southern Reins from Sachi: Metallic pleated skirt, $85; black sweater, $88 | From Dazzle: Thacker handbag, $148
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On Jill from Dazzle: AV Max Hoop earrings, $40; Thad Cline necklace, $180

Look #2:

All dressed up in white, Courtney is ready for NYE. Pin
On Courtney from Oak Hall: Chalk dress, $1,695 |Β From Mednikow: David Yurman Stax 18 karat yellow gold and diamond hoop earrings, $2,500 | Image: Laura Armstrong of NLA Projects
On Courtney from Mednikow: David Yurman Stax 18-karat yellow and diamond pendant necklace, $6,900 | Image: Laura Armstrong of NLA ProjectsPin
On Courtney from Mednikow: David Yurman Stax 18-karat yellow and diamond pendant necklace, $6,900 | Image: Laura Armstrong of NLA Projects
On Courtney from Mednikow: David Yurman Cable Classics 18-karat yellow-gold and diamond bracelet, $4,800 | Image: Laura Armstrong of NLA ProjectsPin
On Courtney from Mednikow: David Yurman Cable Classics 18-karat yellow gold and diamond bracelet, $4,800 | Image: Laura Armstrong of NLA Projects

Look #3:Β 

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On Lindsey from Oak Hall: Satin top, $390; leather skirt, $795Β | Image: Laura Armstrong of NLA Projects
From Mednikow: David Yurman 18-karat yellow-gold hoop earrings; David Yurman sterling silver and 18-karat yellow-gold cable medium chain necklace, $2,950 | Image: Laura Armstrong of NLA ProjectsPin
From Mednikow: David Yurman 18-karat yellow gold hoop earrings; David Yurman sterling silver and 18-karat yellow gold cable medium chain necklace, $2,950 | Image: Laura Armstrong of NLA Projects
From Mednikow: David Yurman sterling silver and 18 karat yellow gold cable chain link bracelets, $1,500 and $1,850 | Image: Laura Armstrong of NLA ProjectsPin
On Lindsay from Mednikow: David Yurman sterling silver and 18-karat yellow gold cable chain link bracelets, $1,500 and $1,850 | From Oak Hall: Silver envelope clutch, $276 | Image: Laura Armstrong of NLA Projects

Thank you toΒ our models from all of the wonderful nonprofit organizations serving theΒ Memphis area,Β the ever-fabulous Alexandra Nicole from City Chic LivingΒ for serving as our stylist, to Southern ReinsΒ for being such gracious hosts and to Lexus of Memphis for bringing their jaw-dropping vehicles!Β 

Thank you to the wonderfulΒ Mary Kate SteeleΒ for the gorgeous photos, unless otherwise noted.

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Katelyn Caughron

Katelyn Caughron

Katelyn is a Memphis-based freelance writer and certified fitness trainer. She loves fitness, the Memphis Tigers, and a good brunch.

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