We have partnered with The Academy of Art University and Union Square's SF in Bloom to create a truly memorable tribute to Halston and to promote the great City of San Francisco and Union Square shopping. 

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This event includes a complete student floral design challenge, culminating with a

VIP Reception at The Top of the Mark, a Bentley parade to the red carpet on Union Square, a Plein Air Fashion Show, and award of a $10,000 scholarship prize.

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Don't miss this extraordinary opportunity to encourage young artists and support

San Francisco and SF in Bloom!​​

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FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2026

11:30 AM VIP RECEPTION - TOP OF THE MARK

1:20 PM RED CARPET - UNION SQUARE

2:00 PM FASHION SHOW - UNION SQUARE

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VIP RECEPTION INCLUDES:
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• SILENT AUCTION: ALEXIS BITTAR, DANIEL GEORGE, RIGAUD, HALSTON ARCHIVE PRINTS AND MORE!

• STUDENT DESIGN PREVIEW

• EXHIBITION OF ORIGINAL HALSTON FROM THE HALSTON ARCHIVES
  AND WINNING STUDENT DESIGNS

• WINE TASTING: BLACKBIRD VINEYARDS

• CAVIAR TASTING: HAUTE CAVIAR

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