Fashionistas enjoy a splash of Oakland designs with a spot of tea

High tea is a British tradition which typically calls for elegant hats, high heels and extravagant dresses, and those who came to the Claremont Club & Spa on Friday for tea and a fashion preview fit the occasion. Many sported colorful dresses, lacy head pieces and flowing pant suits that added modern flair to a tradition that dates to the 19th century. “High Tea & High Fashion” was one of many events held through the weekend for the third annual…