Home fragrance king, Harry Slatkin made an exclusive appearance at The Fashion Group International Regional Directors’ Conference, where he spoke in front of a packed audience. Guests enjoyed an intimate sit down with the scent guru as he took time too answer in depth questions regarding the artistic and business sides of his career.

The 9th Annual Women Who Care Luncheon took place at Cipriani 42nd St. on May 6, where premier names in fashion, television, and society arrived to support the event’s beneficiary, United Cerebral Palsy of New York. This organization strives to aid adult and children suffering from this disability and more worldwide.

Derek Blasberg launched his first book, “Classy, Exceptional Advice for the Extremely Modern Lady,” at Missoni in Beverly Hills, where he was accompanied by Kate Bosworth, Nicole Richie, and Margherita Missoni, the three women hosted the evening.

On May 3, celebrities galore attended the FW 2010 collection party in support of VH1 Save the Music, the event was hosted by the multi-talented, Chad Kimball. Kimball is a Broadway star as well as renowned fashion designer, in fact he is the leading man for the Broadway musical Memphis and President of Lolly Cashmere & Obvious Clothing LLC.

On April 29 & 30 guests gathered for the 2010 San Francisco Decorator Showcase Preview Parties at the 1930’s French Normandy mansion. The Sponsors Preview Gala took place Thursday, while Opening Night was on Friday and featured delightful wine and hors d’oeuvres.

World-renowned chef and restaurateur, Todd English, hosted the 15th Annual Miami Wine and Food Festival, a three-day extravaganza of exquisite wines, foods, and charity. The wondrous celebration raised $900,000 for community-based organizations; Camillus House and United Way of Miami-Dade, making it the leading charity wine and food event in South Florida.

In support of the Wildlife Conservation Society, president of Judith Lieber, Mary Gleason, hosted a unique cocktail celebration at the flagship store in Manhattan where fans of the brand and its haute handbags were given the opportunity to purchase these coveted accessories for only $100, with all proceeds benefiting the Central Park Zoo.

Fashionistas in the Bay Area scrambled over to Neiman Marcus Union Square this past April 29, as Ralph Rucci of Chado Ralph Rucci made an exclusive appearance at the luxurious store. The fashion guru showcased his Fall Collection Trunk Show consisting of elegant gowns, furs, and separates.

The American Hospital of Paris Foundation celebrated its fourth annual commemoration of food, France, and Franco-American friendship. This year’s festivities recognized and honored Daniel Boulud, the world-renowned French chef and owner of 10 ward-winning restaurants.