The Institute of Contemporary art threw its second anniversary party on 12/10 to celebrate new American fashion designers. In attendance were designers Brian Reyes, Ashley Olsen, Maria Cornejo, Tuleh, Sari Gueron, Chris Benz, Jason Wu, Magda Berliner, Elise Overland, and Lyn Devon. Photos by Lisa Richov.

Boston Center for Adult Education's Goodbye to the Gamble: A Final Toast was held at the Gamble mansion on 12/11. BCAE bid farewell to its home for the past 75 years, and will relocate to a new facility on 122 Arlington Street in March 2009.

In 1998, French fashion designer Anne Fontaine launched her brand in the U.S. with her first shop at the Heritage On The Garden. On 12/11, she returned to Boston to celebrate the shop's tenth anniversary with loyal customers, and to raise funds for the International Rett Syndrome Foundation. Photos by Roger Farrington.

The Cartier Boutique on Newbury Street hosted its Holiday Party on 12/01. Featuring the famous Cartier Santa Claus bearing jewels from the Cartier Collection in New York, the occasion has become a popular Boston pre-holiday tradition. This year's selection was a $511,000 diamond necklace. Photos by Roger Farrington.

The Antiques Show Preview Party was held on 11/28 at The Peabody Essex Museum. The event featured dealers from across the United States showcasing silver, furniture, paintings, porcelain, jewelry, and decorative accessories. Proceeds from the Show supported the museum's education programs.