Fest-Of-All Fashion Show Line-Up

Fest-Of-All Fashion Show 2009 - Danielle Maggio

The 7th Annual Fest-Of-All Fashion Show will showcase new looks from Federal Hill's retail businesses, modeled by loyal customers from around the neighborhood!

Monesha Phillips, owner of Pandora's Box, is coordinating this year's event with the help of fellow business owners and fashion lovers: Phina's For The Home, Seleh's De Federal Hill, Love Lace Showroom, The Bridal Suite, Vanessa's Vintage Treasures, and American Apparel Federal Hill.

Carla Wing (L), Phina's; Model (2012 Fashion Show) - Isabell Triemer

Under Armour will also join the show roster--look out for their new yoga and athletic apparel in Charm City Yoga studios across Baltimore, including their expanded space soon to open in Federal Hill!  Trainers from Federal Hill Fitness and instructors from Charm City Yoga will be modeling their gear.

Luxurious coats, courtesy of Seleh's - Isabell Triemer

Bridal Suite owner Jodie Fair, along with make-up artists from Glow To Go, will get the amateur models runway ready with professional make-up, and M Salon will provide hair styling fit for a top model!

7th Annual Fest-Of-All: Fashion Show, Live Band, Open Bar & More!

Federal Hill Main Street’s 7^th annual FEST-OF-ALL Party & Fashion Show is on Saturday, February 22nd, 2014, 7 to 11 pm, at the Baltimore Museum of Industry.

Tickets are on sale now at historicfederalhill.org, but can also be purchased at the door (if any remain). Don't wait until the last minute to get your pass to the most exciting party of the season. This event has sold out the last three years!

FEST-OF-ALL is a showcase of the best of Federal Hill, featuring fine food and drink from many great local restaurants and taverns. Be sure to try the new Fest-of-All 2014 Signature Drink, courtesy of Crazy Lils, whose Crazy Cider won over voters at the contest held during Moonlight Madness.

A runway fashion show will unveil the newest styles and accessories from local shops and feature up-and-coming Baltimore models. In addition to showcasing trends, retail businesses will collaborate to bring you fashion with an artistic and uniquely Federal Hill twist! 

Back by popular demand are The Real Geniuses, whose music will have you up on your feet all night. A silent auction offering fabulous finds and exciting trips rounds out the evening.

Proceeds from FEST-OF-ALL go to the national award-winning nonprofit Federal Hill Main Street program for its community revitalization efforts, including a small business revolving micro-loan fund established to assist local businesses in gaining access to capital.

Tickets are $75 in advance, $90 at the door, and include open bar and light fare buffet. Check out photos from previous years to see for yourself the fun that awaits! 

Check Out the Fest-of-All Photos!

An event as successful as the 6th Annual Fest-of-All has to have some amazing pictures to go along with it, and it did not disappoint!

Re-live all the excitement and celebration from Saturday February 23 with Isabell Triemer’s beautiful photographs now posted on the Federal Hill Main Street web site!

Featuring shots of all things Fest-of-All from the Fashion Show to the Real Geniuses to food, magic, and much more, these photographs will surely make party-goers smile with the memories of such a lively night.

Many thanks to Isabell for all her hard work in documenting this fantastic event. These pictures definitely help show off the best of Federal Hill’s fashion, food, drinks, and music.

See all of Isabell Triemer’s official Fest-of-All photography here. Mark your calendars for our next fantastic event: Spring Block Party on April 28!

Elizabeth Nelson, Intern

FEST-OF-ALL: A Huge Success!

A big "Thank You!" to everyone who attended the 6th Annual Fest-of-All this year, held on February 23rd at the Baltimore Museum of Industry!  You helped make it a great success.  We had an incredible turn-out, a packed dance floor, and lots of positive feedback about the event.  And of course, the food, drinks, music, and friends were all amazing – just as promised!

Thank you, also, to over 65 local businesses that contributed in some way to the event, bringing the best of Federal Hill to the party.  The celebration wouldn’t have been the same with out their contributions! We also thank our sponsors, 1111 Light Street who supported The Real Geniuses sets and Cindy Conklin and Bob Merbler for the Fashion Show runway. 

Sloane Brown of the Baltimore Sun was in attendance, along with a photographer snapping pictures for her "Glimpsed" column.  She chose six "dressed to impress" women, one of whom was featured in the print column on Thursday. The other five were posted in the online Glimpsed feature.  You can see all six photos at www.baltimoresun.com/glimpsed. 

The first of the official pictures from Fest-of-All, taken by Isabell Triemer, is shown here and most will be posted on the Federal Hill Main Street web site soon!

By Alex Marie Schmidt 

Miss Maryland US Joins Fest-of-All Fashion Show

Miss Maryland United States 2013, Ciera Nicole Butts, will be walking on this year’s Fest-of-All runway.  Ciera recently won her title as Miss Maryland US, and is excited to be part of our show.  Fest-of-All takes place at the Baltimore Museum of Industry on Saturday, February 23, 7-11 pm. 

Some of you may have seen Ciera during the Ravens victory parade last Tuesday, meeting and taking photos with fans.  Ciera will spend the next year making appearances to promote her chosen cause, mentoring the youth, and in July 2013, she will represent Maryland in the Miss United States pageant. 

Ciera will join 14 other beautiful models to showcase the latest spring fashions and accessories from Federal Hill boutiques.  We’re so excited for this year’s Fest-of-All! 

Follow Ciera Nicole on Twitter, and Facebook.

For more information on the pageant, visit http://missmarylandus.weebly.com/

Get the hottest ticket in town! The party is just around the corner and you DON’T want to miss out.  Visit http://historicfederalhill.org/www/products/167.10 to buy your tickets today! 

Alex Marie Schmidt, Intern

Coming Soon: Fest-of-All Fashion Show!

Every New Year, we all must brace ourselves for the ever-changing spring trends in fashion. Sometimes, it’s hard to keep up! But this year’s Federal Hill Fest-of-All Party & Fashion Showwill ensure that all party-goers remain as stylish as ever. This year's event is Saturday, February 23, 7-11 pm, at Baltimore Museum of Industry. It's been sold out the past two years, so get tickets soon!

The Fest-of-All fashion show will be directed by Brightside Boutique owner, Christie Griffiths, and will feature this spring's latest fashions as well as classic and timeless looks. Assisting Christie is Monesha Phillips of Pandora's Box, which celebrated its 10th anniversary in the fall.  No matter what your tastes in fashion may be, the fashion show will provide inspiration and ideas. Combined with music, local residents and customers serving as models, and props from Curiosity, the runway portion of the evening is always popular.

Fest-of-All newcomers, B’More Betty, Posh Retro, and The Bridal Suite, will be joining runway veterans Brightside Boutique, Lovelace The Showroom, and Seleh’s Furs to showcase the best of spring apparel.  Baltimore sports fans and parents alike will be happy to see Bobabooi’s Treasure Chest bringing in some of their favorite sports garb and Cottage Kidz displaying the cutest kids trends.

And of course, no outfit is complete without accessories! Pandora’s Box and Vanessa’s Vintage Treasures are bringing their best pieces to complete each model’s look.  M Salon will be donating their hair styling services for the fashion show. 

This is definitely a show you won’t want to miss.  Buy your Fest-of-All tickets before they sell out!

See you February 23^rd!

Alex Marie Schmidt, Intern

This Friday: MOONLIGHT MADNESS & MORE

It's that time of year again! Federal Hill's Moonlight Madness is this Friday, December 14 starting at 8:00 pm. Shops will be staying open late for holiday shoppers, offering progressive discounts and specials.  Be sure to get your Passport and enter to win prizes.  

And, new this year, we've added a Tree Lighting to the festivities, with a little help from our friends at Federal Hill Neighborhood Association and SoBo Kids.  A tree (donated by Pork 'n Pine Tree Service, www.pork-n-pine.com), will be illuminated at the Rec Center (corner of Cross and Light) at 7:00 pm before shopping begins. There will be hot cocoa, cookies, and a special visit from Santa Claus.  Children are invited to make a decoration to hang on the tree.  

Also, during Moonlight Madness, you'll have the chance to vote on your favorite drink entry for the Signature Fest-of-All drink contest.  Voting will take place from 8:00 pm to midnight at Federal Hill Main Street.  The winning drink will be served during our Annual Fest-of-All gala in February 2013. 

Hope to see you on Friday!
Happy Holidays,

Alex Marie Schmidt, Intern

Announcing: Fest-of-All Drink Competition!

We have some exciting Fest-of-All news! This year, we're spicing things up by hosting the very first Fest-of-All signature drink contest!  Bartenders from Federal Hill establishments are encouraged to create a unique signature cocktail that will be served during our popular annual Fest-of-All Fashion Show and Gala (Saturday, Feb.23, as Baltimore Museum of Industry).

Contestants will bring his or her concoction to Federal Hill Main Street the night of Moonlight Madness (Friday, December 14) for sampling and voting.  We'll be open from 8 pm to midnight, as will local shops and galleries, so come by our office at 42 E. Cross Street for free gift wrapping and voting after you shop!

The winner of the drink competition will have their cocktail named the Fest-of-All signature drink and will get bragging rights for the entire year.  So far, we have seven competitors: Banditos, Brewer's Cask, Mother's Federal Hill Grille, Nobles, Porters, Ropewalk, and Stalking Horse.  

A little competition never hurt anyone, right?  We hope more of our local bartenders will join in the fun.

If you have any questions, call Federal Hill Main Street at 410-727-4500

Alex Marie Schmidt, Intern