Get ready for a day of creativity, elegance, and entertainment as High Style: A Celebration of Art, Cuisine, Fashion & Music returns to Highlands on Saturday, May 17.
Hosted by the Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC, this highly anticipated event promises an unforgettable experience, blending interactive art demonstrations, live music, culinary delights, high fashion, and more – all set against the stunning backdrop of the Highlands Plateau.

Lisa Rankin
“Last year’s inaugural High Style event was a tremendous success, engaging attendees with an exciting mix of experiences,” says Kaye McHan, Executive Director of the Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC. “This year, we’re bringing back favorites such as our fashion show and educational sessions and introducing fresh locations and artisans to make it even more inspiring.”

Marci Sherwood
The schedule is as follows:
10:00 A.M.
High Style Fashion Show
The Bascom | 323 Franklin Road
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this stylish affair in the heart of the Highlands. Whether you are a fashion enthusiast, a trendsetter, or simply looking for entertainment, the High Style Fashion Show, presented by Laurel Magazine, at the Bascom promises an unforgettable experience for all. Free to attend. Cost: $25 for VIP seating. Read more on page 174.
11:00 A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
Music – Lisa Rankin
Art Highlands Gallery | 521 N. 4th Street
Music – Young Mountain Magic
Town Square | 341 Main Street
Jewelry Making Demonstration – Marci Sherwood of Isabelle Ambrose
Village Square | 210 N. 5th Street
Music – Byrds & Crow
Village Square | 210 N. 5th Street
Live Painting – Pauline Marr
Highlands Wine Shoppe | 269 Oak Street
Music – Charles Wood
Highlands Wine Shoppe | 269 Oak Street
Music – Ezra and Katie
Oak Square | 210 Main Street
2:30 to 4:00 P.M.
Cocktail Class
The Stubborn Bull | 445 N. 4th Street | Cost: $39
2:30 to 4:30 P.M.
Metal Art Demonstration – William Rogers
Art Highlands Gallery | 521 N. 4th Street
Music – Kettle
Village Square | 210 N. 5th Street
Music – FoxFire Boys
Highlands Wine Shoppe | 269 Oak Street
Live Painting – Cath Connelly Hudson
Highlands Wine Shoppe | 269 Oak Street
Music – Zorki
Town Square | 341 Main Street
Music – Chip Hutchison
Oak Square | 210 Main Street
3:00 to 5:00 P.M.
Charcuterie Board Class – Chef Suzanne Young
Bespoke Design Collaborative | 345A Main Street
| Cost: $75
6:00 to 8:30 P.M.
Saturdays on Pine Outdoor Concert – Gotcha Groove
Kelsey-Hutchinson Founders Park | 411-499 Pine Street
For more information about High Style call (828) 526-2112. Tickets for fee-based events are available at highlandschamber.org/high-style.
The Highlands Chamber of Commerce/Visit Highlands, NC was formed in 1931 to serve as the voice of business, the Highlands Chamber of Commerce has grown to provide services and support to businesses, residents and visitors. Hosting various events and programs throughout the year, including the Plateau Pick-Up, Leadership Highlands, Business After Hours, Outdoor Concert Series, and July 4th Fireworks and an array of holiday and winter festivities, the Chamber strives to make Highlands a better place to live, visit and conduct business.
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