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Diversions

Fashionably charitable

By Times Staff Writer
Published January 25, 2007


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In its 49th year, the Ebony Fashion Fair is still sizzling.

"Stylishly hot" is the theme of this year's traveling fashion extravaganza, featuring styles from designers around the world.

This gown from Angelo Marani Couture of Milan inspired the theme.

The fair hits Tampa at 5 p.m. Sunday at Tampa Theatre, 711 Franklin St. The $30 ticket benefits Derrick Brooks Charities. (813) 231-1340, ext. 252; www.ebonyfashionfair.com.

The show arrives at St. Petersburg's Mahaffey Theater at 8 p.m. Feb. 5. $30-$35. (727) 892-5746.

[Last modified January 24, 2007, 11:59:27]


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