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The Mint Museum: Coveted Couture Gala

April 28, 2018 more than 450 trendsetters and art supporters gathered for the Mint Museum’s annual black-tie affair: the Coveted Couture Gala in Charlotte, North Carolina. Guests enjoyed dinner and specialty cocktails by Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey in celebration of the ongoing Year of Fashion and the long-anticipated opening of the new exhibition, The Glamour and Romance of Oscar de la Renta at the Mint Museum Randolph.

Special thanks to:

The Mint Museum

Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey

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Artists and fashionistas gather for a black tie soirée at the Mint Museum Randolph in celebration of the ongoing Year of Fashion.

Photo: Jennifer Roberts

Kelly Framel delights in The Glamour and Romance of Oscar de la Renta exhibition.

Photo: Chris Edwards

One of the many fabulous gowns by the famous Oscar de la Renta on display for guests.

Photo: Jennifer Roberts

Friends Pamela Love, Stephanie Mark, and Ryan Lobo show their style for the camera.

Photo: Chris Edwards

Oscar de la Renta gowns make a timeless statement.

Photo: Chris Edwards

Chandra Johnson with Coveted Couture Gala co-host, Laura Vinroot Poole.

Photo: Daniel Coston

Hillary Cooper, Ellie Osborn, Yvonne Cormier, André Leon Talley, Laura Vinroot Poole, and Chandra Johnson.

Photo: Andy McMillan

Caroline Weller poses during the evening festivities. 

Photo: Andy McMillan

An elegant table setting for a beautiful evening at the Mint Museum Randolph commemorating the art of fashion.

Photo: Jennifer Roberts

A VIP preview of the Oscar de la Renta exhibit exclusively for guests.

Photo: Jennifer Roberts

Blade and Bow Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey is sipped throughout the evening.

Photo: Jennifer Roberts

Seth Avett and his wife, Jennifer Carpenter, engage in an intimate dinner under the tent.

Photo: Andy McMillan

Garden & Gun’Christian Bryant and David DiBenedetto enjoy company of Mary Margaret Beaver.

Photo: Jennifer Roberts

Guests gather for a lovely seated dinner outside of the Mint Museum Randolph.

Photo: Andy McMillan

Rosie Assoulin and January Jones celebrate a special evening.

Photo: Chris Edwards

Harley Viera-Newton sets the stage for the Farfetch after party following the dinner.   

Photo: Andy Mcmillan