Dallas has a lively run of events on 13 and 14 November, from a western-inspired runway show to a major LGBTQ+ dinner. Oak Lawn Fashion Week wraps up on Saturday with a finale hosted by Laganja Estranja, while the Texas Women’s Foundation and Black Tie Dinner bring their own high-profile gatherings to town. Here’s what’s on, and what to know before you go.

Essential Takeaways

  • Oak Lawn Fashion Week runs through Saturday: Friday’s New West show is at the Round-Up Saloon, with the finale at Sue Ellen’s the following day.
  • The New West show has a sustainability theme: Its concept pairs western-inspired fashion with reclaimed textiles and conscious design.
  • The Texas Women’s Foundation luncheon is on Friday: Tiffany Dufu and Nina Vaca are set to take part in a conversation at the Hilton Anatole.
  • Black Tie Dinner: Renaissance is on Saturday: The Sheraton Dallas event recognises DeeJay Johannessen, Benito Skinner and Peppermint.
  • One event has been cancelled: Organisers cancelled the Biscuits & Gravy Cookoff scheduled for 14 November.

Friday brings denim, design and a Dallas luncheon

Oak Lawn Fashion Week’s Friday programme moves from Media Day and a red carpet to an evening runway show at the Round-Up Saloon. Doors open at 6 p.m., with the New West presentation scheduled for 7 to 9 p.m. The idea is a fresh take on western style: high-fashion utility, conscious creation and, according to the event listing, vintage denim and reclaimed textiles.

The ticketing page describes New West as a sustainable-design showcase by queer designers, and says the show is included with Oak Lawn Fashion Week tickets. That makes it a useful option for anyone keen to see the runway without treating it as a completely separate event. Just check the ticket details before setting off, as access depends on the option you choose.

A foundation luncheon puts women’s economic security in focus

Also on Friday, the Texas Women’s Foundation holds its 41st Annual Luncheon at the Hilton Anatole. The foundation’s own events page confirms the date and places the gathering within its work to advance economic security, stability and success for women and families.

Patch reports that the luncheon will honour the Boone Family Foundation, with Tiffany Dufu, president of the Tory Burch Foundation, in conversation with Nina Vaca, founder, chair and chief executive of Pinnacle Group. It’s a formal midday event, but its focus reaches beyond the room: the foundation describes its broader work as addressing barriers to economic opportunity for women and families.

Saturday’s fashion finale has Laganja Estranja at the helm

Oak Lawn Fashion Week concludes on Saturday, 14 November, with a Pup Brunch at TMC The Mining Company followed by the Fashion Show Finale at Sue Ellen’s. Dallas Voice lists Laganja Estranja as the finale’s host, giving the week a celebratory finish after Friday’s more rugged New West theme.

For visitors planning their day, the listings place the brunch in the afternoon and the finale at Sue Ellen’s. Check the event details for timings and tickets before you go, particularly if you’re hoping to fit both into one Saturday.

Black Tie Dinner: awards, community and a Renaissance theme

Saturday also brings Black Tie Dinner: Renaissance to the Sheraton Dallas Hotel. The organisation’s official event page describes the gathering as a celebration of LGBTQ+ community, creativity and advocacy, with its Renaissance theme looking towards resilience, visibility and shared achievement.

The announced award recipients include DeeJay Johannessen for the Kuchling Humanitarian Award, Benito Skinner for the Media Award and Peppermint for the Vanguard Award. It’s an evening built around both recognition and community causes, so the programme offers more than a dressed-up night out.

A quick note before you make plans

The Biscuits & Gravy Cookoff listed for Saturday has been cancelled by its organisers, according to Dallas Voice. It’s a reminder that event calendars can change, so it’s worth checking the organiser’s latest information before travelling or buying tickets.

With runway looks, a foundation fundraiser and a major LGBTQ+ dinner all on the calendar, Dallas has plenty to choose from this weekend.

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