18 ALASKA BEYOND MAGAZINE MARCH 2015

Dolce & Gabbana ankle boots (2001); leather with beading, diamanté and metallic embroidery.

PORTLAND, OR

Italian High Fashion Shines in PDXChronicling the evolution of Italian fashion from the end of World War II to today, the exhibition “Italian Style: Fashion Since 1945” is showing at the Portland Art Museum through May 3, in a West Coast exclusive. Italy’s modern fashion industry began as a tale of reinvention, after support from the postwar Marshall Plan allowed the country to start reinvesting in trades. Included in “Italian Style” are clothes and accessories that helped solidify Italy’s status as a fashion leader. One of the highlights is a Mila Schön dress that was worn to Truman Capote’s Black and White Ball in 1966. To accompany the exhibition, the museum is hosting events such as a conversation series with local Portland designers who are influenced by Italian fashion. For more information, call 503-226-2811 or visit portlandartmuseum.org. —Tanya Friedland

Fashion in San Francisco ...“High Style: The Brooklyn Museum Costume Collection,” March 14–July 19; costumes, accessories and sketches that trace fashion evolution in America, 1910–1980; Legion of Honor, San Francisco, CA; 415-750-3600; legionofhonor.org/highstyle.

NEW ORLEANS, LA

The Big Easy Gets Festive Once a year, music, cuisine and culture combine spectacularly in two weekends of Southern fun. This year’s New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival presented by Shell (April 24–May 3) will again celebrate the distinctive spirit and traditions of The Big Easy. For foodies, more than 75 vendors will be offering up New Orleans’ finest specialties. Music enthusiasts can expect a lineup packed with headliners such as Elton John, The Who, Lady Gaga (with Tony Bennett) and Lenny Kravitz. Locally based acts such as Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue and Dr. John will honor the eclectic musical tastes of their hometown. Other attractions will include exhibits and demonstrations showcasing Louisi-ana’s diverse cultural heritage. Call 504-410-4100 or visit nojazzfest.com to learn more. —Hannah Tyne

Trombone Shorty, shown here at the 2014 New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, will perform again with his band, Orleans Avenue.

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