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T he Country Friends Art of Fashion, the nonprofit's annual celebration of fall and philanthropy, takes to the runway at e Inn at Rancho Santa Fe on September 12. e fashion show will feature selections from the fall-winter collections of South Coast Plaza's leading luxury retailers including Balmain, Camilla, Lanvin, Max Mara, Michael Kors Collection, and Monique Lhuillier. "is year's event is extra special because it marks the 70th anniversary of e Country Friends," notes Janean Stripe, the nonprofit's president. "We are also proud of our 20-year partnership with South Coast Plaza, our presenting sponsor, which always produces a fabulous show." Philanthropist Joan Waitt is the event's honorary chair, with Tamara Lafarga-Joseph and MJ Wittman serving as co-chairs, and Sandra Maas as emcee. Event proceeds will benefit e Country Friends' chosen charities, with emphasis on those serving women, children, the elderly, military families, and persons with disabilities. thecountryfriends.org Photography Vincent Knakal Hair Krystina Degennaro and Gayle Fulbright for Headlines The Salon Makeup Gerine Coronado Wardrobe Styling Mia Park Model Sarah Gullixson for No Ties Location The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe Art e of Fasin RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE SEPTEMBER 2024 67