We must admit: Wonderland
would not be our first choice for a quick, destination trip but Lewis Carroll’s
kooky, kaleidoscope-colored sub-reality, with its cast of colorful characters, surely
makes for the perfect party backdrop. If you don’t believe us, go ask Alice .
Green Tie Ball: Oh, the characters
you will meet!
On Saturday,
September 15, you are invited to fall down the rabbit hole again at OfficeMax’s
Green Tie Ball XXI, presented by A. Finkl & Sons, hosted by Chicago Gateway
Green, and co-chaired by VHI’s House of Consignment star, Corri McFadden, and Fidelity Consulting Group’s Donald J.
Storino.
Reality Star & eDrop-Off's Corri McFadden
Emceed by
ABC7’s Windy City
The gala commences at 8:30 p.m. Highlights
include premium open bars and gourmet tastings from over seventy top
restaurants (GT Fish & Oyster, III Forks, Sunda, Province, Davanti Enoteco,
Tavernita, Atwood Cafe and more); a casino tent with roulette, blackjack, and
craps tables and a silent auction; a theatrical presentation by Red Moon
Theatre; musical performances by the Dr. Bombay Band and South of 80; and
special sets by DJ Rock City and Ashlee Simpson's (former) hotter half, Pete Wentz of
the Black Cards.
Fall Out Boy: Pete Wentz
#FASHION: The Green Tie Ball may not call for costume attire, but who wouldn't look precious wearing this sweet Alice-inspired pinafore?
Luxe File Chicago loved this Red Queen wig - topped with a petite gold crown - and 14 carat gold-plated top hat ring (perfect for balls or "unbirthdays").
Keep things super simple with a pair of pretty bunny ears. Emma Watson rocks our favorite below.
Honey Bunny: Emma Watson
Gala tickets are priced at $135 per person (pre-purchased)
or $175 (at the door); and VIP tickets are priced at $250 per person (includes private
VIP cocktail reception, gala, and gift bag). “Rabbit Hole” booths are also
available and cost $5,000 each. Booths feature a reserved table and lounge
area, ten VIP tickets, bottle service, advance access to the casino tent, VIP
gift bags, and more.
Grow-n Up Food: Try the BLUE ones!
Proceeds from the Green Tie Ball benefit Chicago Gateway
Green, a leading non-profit organization committed to the beautification of Chicago ’s expressways,
gateways, and neighborhoods.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, click HERE.
Written by Kerry & Sally Shorr
