GOMEZ-GRACIA Birthday Suit ($2,085). Made from butter soft stretch leather, this little black mini is perfect for a night out. Lined in a pop colour silk satin, not only will you look like a queen, you\'ll feel like one too. GIORGIO ARMANI nero pump ($550) courtesy of Bloomingdale\'s Chevy Chase. ...

Rachael Barney, 24, a recruiter for DriveTime, originally from Joplin, Mo.; and Tanner Dierman, 26, a case manager at Southwest Network, originally from Potomac. The couple now lives in Chandler, Ariz.WeddingMay 29. The ceremony was at Concord-St. Andrews United Methodist Church in Bethesda; the ...

Lacy Ezra, owner of Lacy Couture Apparel, says she spotted the line at a show three years ago. She says she is the only one in the area to carry it. Pieces range from about $550 to $1,500 (higher for more elaborate designs not found in the store).Below are a few highlights from the fashion show—a ...

Washington Life gives an insider’s look at the Balls and Galas of the 2011-2012 Season. Photographs by Clay Blackmore, Hair and Makeup by Marcella UriosteBenefit chairs: Grace Bender, LUNGevity’s Musical Celebration of Hope Gala; Patricia Estrada,Harman Center for the Arts Gala; Barbara Hawthorn, ...