On September 13th, 2012, Philadelphia magazine, Bentley Homes, and the Philadelphia Ronald McDonald House welcomed sponsors and friends to the eleventh annual Design Home in Newtown Square, PA. The preview party and ribbon-cutting ceremony kicked off a month of tours and special events. Guests enjoyed food by Carlino’s Specialty Foods and Catering, cocktails featuring Finlandia Vodka, Gentleman Jack, and Herradura Tequila, and Tableleaf and La Merika wines—all while exploring the stunning “right-sized� home and a fleet of all-new BMW vehicles. Photography by Nell Hoving.

On Thursday September 13, 2012, guests gathered at the National Constitution Center to honor individuals and organizations who boldly carry forward the ideals and values upon which the United States was founded. This year's ceremony bestowed the medal upon boxing legend Muhammad Ali. Photography by Jeff Fusco.

On September 12, 2012, Stephen Starr, Michael Solomonov, and Audrey ClaireTaichman co-hosted the third annual Audi FEASTIVAL. The remarkable culinary event featured some of Philadelphia’s most distinguished chefs and restaurants and live performances, and supported the Philadelphia Live Arts Festival & Philly Fringe. Guests also experienced the progressive luxury of Audi with a fleet of vehicles, including the R8 Spyder. Photography by Suzanne Tenuto Photography.

On September 11, 2012, guests joined Philadelphia magazine to celebrate the grand opening of Athleta, retailer of women’s performance apparel and accessories, at the King of Prussia Mall. Guests enjoyed wine, champagne, and hors d’oeuvres as they shopped the Fall 2012 collection. A portion of the evening’s proceeds benefited Girls on the Run. Photography by Nell Hoving.

On September 6, 2012 Philadelphia hosted its first-ever Fashion’s Night Out. Select stores throughout the city showcased their newest collections and trunk shows, music, cocktails, and hors d’oeuvres for the fashion-inclined to enjoy. Philadelphia magazine made appearances at Adresse, Joan Shepp, Knit Wit, and Third Street Habit as Fashion & Lifestyle Editor Emily Goulet hand-selected the evening’s most fashionable looks. Photography by Jessica Vermeer Hawkes.