Fashion's Night Out After Party at Blanc

This September was Kansas City's first ever Fashion's Night Out.  We were excited to see FNO make its way to Kansas City so we decided to celebrate by throwing an after party at Blanc Burgers + Bottles on the Country Club Plaza.  Everyone was dressed to the nines and ready to honor the success of Kansas City's first ever FNO as they made their way to Blanc.

An after party is nothing without good music, which is why we had The Oxfords on the turntables.  Leave it up to DC and Beat Broker to provide us with only the best beats to end the night to.

We also had giveaways from Standard Style and reverse happy hour specials in honor of Fashion's (first) Night Out in Kansas City.

It was so amazing to see everyone dressed in their best, and it was only fitting for the best dressed to be at Blanc.  A big THANK YOU to Ink Magazine for capturing such spectacular photos of the night.  Take a look:

(Thanks again to Emily Baldwin for providing giveaways from Standard Style)

-WGPR

Mad About Style

Beginning late this August, Banana Republic launched a line of women's and men's clothing inspired by the popular television series Mad Men.  In celebration of this 1960's Mad Men inspired clothing line, we held a launch party at the Banana Republic on the Country Club Plaza.

All tickets sales and donations were presented to Waterfire Kansas City.

Red Stag provided the event with Vodka Martinis and Manhattans.

Ink Magazine was there to make sure all the excitement for the new clothing line was photographed.  This 1960's Mad Men inspired look got many event goers to play the part.  

Overall it was a night full of awesome clothes, awesome drinks, and awesome people. 

- WGPR

Bastille Day 2011

Bonjour!


If you missed Bastille Day 2010 at Westport Cafe and Bar do not fret.... owner, Aaron Confessori and team WGPR, are bringing it back this year and it will twice as fun this time around! 


Bastille Day 2011 will once again benefit Young Variety KC, have delicious food and drink specials and feature DJ Eric Coomes...further more their neighbor- The Union- has decided to take part in the festivities and will have local band, Making Movies preforming. 


All of the details are below on the flyer and check out the pictures from last year! 


Nous espérons vous y voir! 


-WGPR

Event attendee's enjoying bar specials

Folks from Young Variety at the door!

Dj Eric Coomes spinning French beats... 

Alliance Project Launch

As of July 4, 2011 Alterra Bank has launched their first annual Alliance Project. This initiative provides the opportunity for one young company in the Kansas City area to win:

• -$10,000 in an Alterra Bank checking account
• -Complimentary office space from Bizperc
• -A scholarship to the Fastrac GrowthVenture program from The Kauffman Foundation
• -A custom logo from Whiskey Design
• -Legal support from Stinson Morrison Hecker, LLP
• -A year of PR services from Will Gregory Public Relations
• -Tax and HR support from CBIZ
• -Messaging strategy from Kazoo Marketing
• -A year's supply of coffee from The Roasterie

There will be a kickoff event August 4th at the Kansas City Central Library (14 West 10th Street Kansas City, MO 64105) to cover all qualification and registration details. If you will not be able to attend the meeting, simply register at the link below to stay up to date with Alterra Bank's Alliance Project.

http://www.alterrabank.com/alliance/

-WGPR

Skyline.EDU is underway!

Skyline Salon in downtown KC recently held their first Skyline.EDU class that consisted of an Intro to Blowout session for those who wanted to learn how to blow out their hair. The class was instructed by Skyline Salon's own Creative Director, Arlen Wickstrum and Senior Stylist Josh Crumley. The class was B.Y.O.D (bring your own blow dryer) to let the ladies learn hands-on. This was just one of the many future fun and creative hands-on sessions to learn a great ways to style your hair for whatever occasion or season it is.

Sessions include the class, a delectable snack, a glass of wine to enjoy, and some fun sample products from the salon!

Photo below is one of Skyline.EDU's students (Liz Giffin) that attended the blow out class - it was held from 5-6PM on June 18th. The ladies loved it! Skyline is now planning to do a themed class every month.

ATTENTION those whom are interested! - The next Skyline.EDU class focuses on showing the ladies how to get those fun and sexy summer waves. It will be held Friday, July 15th at 6PM! These classes are truly unique as you can learn from the best stylists in the city, grab a snack and have a drink to wind down from the day. And remember: Space is limited!

If every summer you find yourself wanting beautiful wavy locks like these, this is the class for you!

 In addition to the class, one of Skyline's own stylists, Angi Ouderkirk will be demonstrating on a Skyline.EDU student live on NBC Action News starting tomorrow (June 30th). Be sure to sign-up for the class as space is limited and this is such a unique opportunity! Call 816.221.2001 to reserve your space today.

We hope to see you there!




-WGPR

Alterra Bank Alliance Project

Alterra Bank will be celebrating the 4th of July by launching their Alliance Project which will redefine independence for one Kansas City start up company. Sign up at the link below to stay up to date with the project.


http://www.alterrabank.com/alliance/


-WGPR

Sporting KC - "the talk of the town!"

Sporting Kansas City has certainly been the "talk of the town" as they present their brand new stadium at Livestrong Sporting Park tonight for the home opener!

Teal Bunbury, the said to be "next great American soccer star," was featured on the cover of Ink Magazine yesterday. To promote the team and their home opener, WGPR & Ink handed out the magazines that included two tickets to a single game during the season and a mini schedule of games for this year. A few players made an appearance to sign autographs and take pictures with fans.
Photo below: Eric Kronberg (Sporting KC goalie) signs an autograph for a fan!

Photo below: WGPR "sporting" their Sporting KC gear at JC Nichols fountain yesterday as they helped hand out Ink magazines and tickets for the public.

Don't miss out on the biggest event of the summer and long awaited home opening match tonight at Livestrong Sporting Park vs the Chicago Fire! Pre-match concert and entertainment featuring Kansas City's own The Republic Tigers LIVE on the Sprint Plaza. Entertainment starts at 6PM and the game kicks off at 9PM.

 -WGPR