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Style Card: Kersten Rettig

Kersten Rettig, Chief Marketing Officer for Highland Park Village

 

For our very first Style Card profile, we loved sitting down with Highland Park Village’s Chief Marketing Officer, Kersten Rettig, to learn more about some of her favorite places in Dallas, what she loves most about her job, and travel plans on her calendar for 2013 (*hint: they speak French).

Style & Social: What’s a day in the life like for Kersten Rettig?

Kersten: Long!  Mornings are busy with kids and dogs but I make it into the office between 8:30 and 9 and work like a maniac all day on everything from creating the Highland Park Village Magazine to working with local philanthropies on events to buying media. You might think I could shop during the day but I never do. (I wish!) My day ends with a class at the Bar Method several times a week.  I love to cook so I prepare dinner for my family at least five nights a week. I’m lights out by ten pm sharp.

 

Style & Social: Where is your favorite place in the world to travel?

Kersten: I love to travel and am always happier when I have reservations booked to go somewhere.  My favorite destination is Europe. I’m spending a week in Paris in June - cannot wait!

 

Style & Social: If you could live anywhere in the world besides Dallas – where would it be and why?

Kersten: I’ve lived in Plymouth, Mass., Ft. Worth, St. Louis, New York (Manhattan and Brooklyn), Ft. Lauderdale, Houston and Orange County, California - I don’t plan on relocating again!  I feel most at home in Dallas but I would love to live in Chianti, Italy where I would grow my own vegetables, make artisanal cheese and drink great wine.

 

Style & Social: What has been the most rewarding aspect of your job?

Kersten: Creating.  I love to create – to see my ideas come to life is a lot of fun. I greatly appreciate the creativity and artistry of fashion designers and draw inspiration from their creativity.

 

Style & Social: What do you love most about Highland Park Village?

Kersten: It is a very special, unique place. It’s just beautiful to look at, for one thing.  And I love that Highland Park Village has been a huge part of people’s lives for 82 years. I’ve heard so many great stories from people who grew up going to the record store and the barber shop and the restaurants here – it’s living history.

 

 

Style & Social: What is your go-to fragrance?

Kersten: Jo Malone’s Vanilla and Anise

 

Style & Social: Your ideal night out in Dallas?

Kersten: It’s actually a night IN.  I love to cook and entertain so my ideal night is preparing a great meal for friends at my house and listening to music. I’m also a big fan of game night (dorky, I know!).  My husband and I enjoy date nights a few times a month at the many great restaurants in Dallas.

 

Style & Social: Favorite lunch or dinner spot:

Kersten: The Mansion Restaurant is still my favorite dinner spot.  I adore the wait staff there (Hi Zeke and Hugo!) and think Bruno Davaillon is a genius. I eat Mi Cocina for lunch at least once a week – I crave it.

 

Style & Social: Three things that mean the most to you:

Kersten: My children, my husband and my faith.

 

 

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Spring Into Easter at Madison

Spring is in the air at Highland Park Village. And, we are head-over-heels in love with the Easter decorations at Madison.  Looking for ways to spruce up your decor this spring? Check out all of their adorable Easter rabbits.  From classic to a contemporary metallic, you are sure to find a bunny that’s perfect for your entry table or your little one’s Easter basket.  After perusing Madison’s latest treasures, we couldn’t be more excited for spring.  We hope you will celebrate Easter weekend with us here at Highland Park Village.

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The Hair Bar and Lela Rose Event Recap

 

We hope you didn’t miss The Hair Bar event last Thursday at Lela Rose! We had so much fun learning about new spring beauty tips for both hair and makeup. Guests sipped champagne and enjoyed light bites while perusing new favorite beauty products (the dry shampoo is a must-try) and trying on some of spring’s hottest hues. We’ll definitely be paying a visit to The Hair Bar before our next big soiree!

 

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Lela Rose and The Hair Bar

Don’t miss this special event tomorrow at our Lela Rose boutique with The Hair Bar from 11am-5pm! Enjoy spring makeup tips and styling tricks and shop the newest pieces from Lela Rose.  You’re certain to be set for your next spring soiree with a fresh new look and ideas when it comes to makeup and beauty after this fashion refresher.

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Jack Rogers Trunk Show and Shopping Event

Don’t miss the Jack Rogers Trunk Show and Shopping Event benefiting the American Red Cross co-hosted by Lori Jones and Kimberly Schlegel Whitman on Wednesday, March 20th from 4-6pm at Highland Park Village Shopping Center.  Shop selections from the collection including a limited edition Red Cross sandal on the elite shopping Luxeliner Mobile Boutique while enjoying sips from Mi Cocina. 20% of sales from the event will benefit the American Red Cross.

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The Kiehl’s “Let Us Change Your Skin” Event

Don’t miss the Kiehl’s Let Us Change Your Skin event!  Enjoy complimentary skin consultations and 20 minute facials all day! On top of that, receive a customized Healthy Skin Set with an $85.00 purchase.  Kiehl’s skincare makes a great gift too - be sure and check out their packages.  We’ll see you there!

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From the catwalk: Christian Dior Fall 2013 Runway Show

Christian Dior Fall 2013 Runway from Highland Park Village on Vimeo.

 

We hope you enjoy the video and images from the fall 2013 Christian Dior runway show today.  Highland Park Village owners Elisa and Stephen summers attended the show in Paris and sent us these beautiful images to share on Style & Social.  We can’t wait for our Dior boutique to open this spring at Highland Park Village. 

Spotted: Vogue‘s Grace Coddington, Anna Wintour, and Andre Leon Talley

Christian Dior fall 2013 runway

 

Grace Coddington and Anna Wintour at the Dior fall 2013 runway show

Grace Coddington

Andre Leon Talley

 

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FoundDog Day Success at Highland Park Village

Jeffrey Doman with Chowder

This past Saturday, Highland Park Village was honored to host FoundDog Day with Angie’s Friends and White Rock Dog Rescue.  We couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful Saturday. Thirty puppies made a visit to Highland Park Village over the weekend – ready to meet their new families.  Because of this event, nearly 20 dogs have found new homes!

Our hearts were warmed when Jeffrey Doman took home a Brindle puppy he named Chowder for his little boy.  It was the first adoption of the day. Next, we saw a family playing with Oliver – an adorable Labrador mix.  They submitted an application for him right away.  Anita took home a sweet Terrier mix, Henry, and he was wagging his tail when he found out he had found a new mom.

Thank you to everyone who came out this past weekend to celebrate the first FoundDog Day with us at Highland Park Village.  We can’t thank you enough for your support .  And, we are so happy for all of the families who are welcoming a new furry friend into their homes.

Larry is still looking for a loving home and could use your help.  Do you know a family that might be able to care for him?  He’s a very sweet dog.

 

Anita with her new friend- Henry!

Oliver with his new family!

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Valentine’s Day Gift Guide for Him at Highland Park Village

From top left: Rag & Bone Suede Patch Sweater, Ralph Lauren Auto Aviator Sunglasses, Harry Winston Cuff Links, Loro Piana Ski Boot Bag, Hermes Tie, Cole Haan Great Jones Saddle Shoes

Looking for the perfect gift this Valentine’s Day for the man on your list?  We have the perfect pieces at Highland Park Village to accent his spring wardrobe.  How about a cozy sweater from Rag & Bone?  We love the suede patch sleeves.  You can’t go wrong with a pair of Ralph Lauren Auto Aviator Sunglasses.  Or, if you are feeling extra luxe, pick up a pair of Harry Winston Cuff Links that he can treasure forever.

Is your loved one the athletic type?  This gorgeous Loro Piana Ski Boot Bag is sure to keep him in style on his way to the slopes. And, the gift of a gorgeous Hermes Tie or a brand new pair of Cole Haan Great Jones Saddle Shoes is a classic way to say “I love you.”

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TNT’s Dallas Season 2 Premiere at Highland Park Village

Elisa Summers with members of the “Dallas” cast

This past Sunday evening, Highland Park Village was proud to host the Season 2 Premiere of TNT’s “Dallas” at the Highland Park Village Theatre.  During the VIP reception prior to the screening, guests Ray Washburne, Elisa Summers, Rachel & John Michell, Kersten Rettig & Clark Knippers, Marlene & John Shugrue, Barbara Buzzell, Joyce Goss, Harry Hunsicker, and Ashley Rutlidge mixed and mingled with the cast and crew of “Dallas” while enjoying cocktails at the theater bar.

Actors and actresses of the Dallas cast who attended the premiere included Josh Henderson, Brenda Strong, Mitch Pileggi, Julie Gonzalo, and Emma Belle. Lara Ashmore, the Larry Hagman Foundation Director, also attended and Ray Washburne presented her with a check before the premiere on behalf of Highland Park Village.  The Larry Hagman Foundation provides art education to disadvantaged kids throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth area. It was a wonderful evening to honor our beautiful city and a show that celebrates it.

 

Ray Washburne, Ken Topolsky, and Kersten Rettig

Rachel and John Michell

Kersten Rettig and Clark Knippers

Jennifer Buxton and Cynthia Smoot

Joyce Goss, Ken Topolsky, Barbara Buzzell

Kat Rowden, Suzan Davis, and Hugh Schuerer

Kersten Rettig, Brenda Strong, and Rachel Michell

photo credit: Sarah Beauregard

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