On a refreshing spring rainy evening, in a celebration of the confluence of culture, artistry and dialogue, the Fashioning Power, Fashioning Peace gala unfolded as a global fete of the transformative international language of clothing. Held in the stately former home of America’s 28th president, the Woodrow Wilson House, this extraordinary exhibition gathered Washington’s finest from around the world to honor fashion not merely as fabric and form, but as a bonding force. In addition to admiring international fashion with over fifty garments from diplomats and designers alike, the annual gala and exhibition drew a distinguished crowd of diplomats, dignitaries, artists and advocates to honor a woman whose career has redefined leadership: The Honorable Nancy Pelosi. Read Tamara Buchwald's coverage in Hollywood on the Potomac of the second annual event.