June 1 was a memorable night at the Greenberg Traurig law firm in Buckhead, as more than 250 guests and a handful of adorable canines descended on its 25th-floor offices for the 12th annual Doggies on the Catwalk.
BY: Karon Warren
Founded by Art Institute of Atlanta professor and style guru E. Vincent Martinez, the event benefits charities such as Canine Assistants, which trains and provides much-needed service dogs for individuals with physical disabilities or other special needs. This year’s soiree, which was emceed by Tad Lemire and Kara Wilson of Tad & Drex Mornings on B98.5 FM, included a cocktail reception featuring signature drinks and light bites, free makeup touchups courtesy of Dior, a live auction and models from Click strutting the runway in Saks Fifth Avenue provided fashions from the likes of Balmain and Burberry. Several service dogs and their recipients were also honored. In all, this year’s Doggies on the Catwalk raised more than $50,000.
Photos: Dylan York
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