The Country Friends celebrated 61 years of philanthropy and fashion on Sept. 17 at The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe when the organization presented the annual

“Art of Fashion”

The nonprofit announced recently that it is honored to partner for the 11th straight year with South Coast Plaza, an international destination known for luxury shopping, personal service, and upscale amenities. Proceeds from the fashion show and luncheon, featuring boutique shopping and the Après Affaire wine tasting, benefit more than 30 San Diego County charities, including Angel’s Depot, Armed Services YMCA, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Burn Institute, Canine Companions, Hospice of The North Coast, Mama’s Kitchen, Pro Kids The First Tee of San Diego, Promises2Kids, Ronald McDonald House Charities, San Diego Brain Injury Foundation, and many more.

I love being able to capture this event as it has such a fun garden party atmosphere. All that attended were lucky enough to enjoy this gathering outside on the lawns at the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe.