Black Tie - The Observer is a lifestyle calendar app designed to help you navigate the social scene in Sarasota and Manatee. With a focus on events, fundraisers, and social gatherings, this app offers a comprehensive social calendar to keep you up to date on the latest happenings. You can save events directly to your phone's calendar, purchase tickets on the go, view event photos from previous years, and get event details such as organizers and benefiting organizations.

Additionally, Black Tie provides event coverage through party photos, a column covering style trends and social news, and a Social Registry featuring key individuals and nonprofit organizations in the area.