America’s No. 1 basic apparel brand marks 10 years of bringing comfort to those living without shelter by donating more than 250,000 pairs of socks to agencies fighting homelessness in all 50 states
Hanes will also donate a pair of socks for every order placed in December on the brand’s e-commerce site, Hanes.com
Small
gifts often have the most meaning.
For the millions of people living homeless, a clean pair of socks is often described as “the gift of humanity.” Hanes, America’s No. 1 basic apparel, underwear and sock brand, is partnering with organizations fighting homelessness nationwide to deliver comfort to those who need it most through the Hanes National Sock Drive. The Hanes National Sock Drive is part of Hanes for Good, the corporate responsibility program of Hanes’ parent company, HanesBrands. Hanes, America’s No. 1 apparel brand, is a leading brand of intimate apparel, underwear, sleepwear, socks and casual apparel. Hanes products can be found at leading retailers nationwide and online direct to consumers at www.Hanes.com.
This
year, the
brand is marking 10 years of helping provide care and compassion
during this year’s drive by:
Donating
more than 250,000 pairs of socks directly to organizations
fighting homelessness in
all 50 states, along with Washington, D.C., and Puerto Rico. Since
the program’s inception in 2009, Hanes
has
provided more than 3 million pairs of socks – one of the most
requested items by relief agencies – to help the homeless.
Giving
an additional pair of socks for every order of any apparel placed in
December on
Hanes.com.
Socks will be provided to local homeless shelters.
Partnering
with
Rainier Fruit Company
for its second
“Pears
for Pairs”
campaign,
which is currently running in United
Supermarkets,
Harris
Teeter,
Wegmans,
and
Lunds & Byerlys stores.
From late September through January, Rainier is donating a portion
of the proceeds from bulk and bagged pear sales to theHanes
National
Sock Drive.
In 2018, the Pears
for Pairs campaign
resulted in 20,000 pairs of socks being donated to five nonprofits.
Offering
consumers the opportunity to participate directly in the program by
visiting www.hanes.com/donate
to
gift socks ($1), women’s underwear ($1), men’s underwear ($1.50)
and bras ($6) that will be distributed in needed styles and sizes.
Continuing
its 10-year collaboration with
Invisible People
and its founder, Mark
Horvath,
to help raise awareness about homelessness. Invisible People uses
innovative storytelling, educational resources and advocacy to help
change how the public views homelessness and those living homeless
in the United States and abroad.
“Most
of us take basic apparel for granted, but we know a new, clean pair
of socks can mean a lot to those experiencing homelessness,”
said Sidney Falken, chief branding officer, HanesBrands.
“We are committed to bringing a little comfort to those who need
it most – and it is incredibly gratifying to have others, including
many individuals across the country, join us in this effort.”
More than 100 agencies, including The Salvation Army Bell Shelter (Bell, California), Homeward Bound(Asheville, North Carolina) and Compassion Outreach Ministries (Columbus, Ohio), have received sock donations from Hanes.
America’s No. 1 basic apparel brand is marking 10 years of the Hanes National Sock Drive and its partnership with Invisible People and its founder, Mark Horvath, bringing comfort to those who need it most and raising awareness about homelessness. Photographed by Jennifer Leahy Photography. (Photo: Business Wire)Continue reading →
Company Is Halfway To Meeting Its Pledge Goal Of $5M To Support Various Community Organizations
On the eve of the company opening its newest flagship store in New York City (57th Street and Broadway), Nordstrom is proud to announce its continued commitment to supporting the local New York City community through its new partnership with Good+Foundation, a leading nonprofit that works to dismantle multi-generational poverty by pairing donations of goods with innovative services to help low-income families.
Last
year, Nordstrom announced its commitment to give $5 million dollars
to the community of New York City by the end of 2020 through a
combination of enterprise investments and grants. Good+Foundation
is the newest addition to the portfolio, receiving a community grant
of $250,000 to support programmatic work across all five boroughs of
New York. This work will include helping deliver essential items like
cribs, diapers and strollers as well as providing access to family
services like job training, couples counseling and parenting classes
with the long term goal of creating a healthier, safer environment
for parents and children. Nordstrom will also be supporting the
foundation through its 2019 NYC in-store holiday campaign and
more.
“We
believe one of our most important responsibilities as a company is
giving back to the diverse communities where we live and work,”
said Jamie Nordstrom, president of stores. “As we celebrate
the opening of Nordstrom NYC, our Manhattan Flagship store, we are
thrilled to be partnering with Good+Foundation to help improve the
lives of thousands of local children and families.”
Founded
in 2001 in New York City, Good+Foundation partners with
approximately 75 innovative anti-poverty programs in the country,
including 30 partners across all five boroughs. The organization’s
goal is to incentivize parental enrollment and participation in
programs like job training, anger management, healthy relationships
and addressing trauma to improve the outcome for families. With an
annual donation of over $7 million worth of products, Good+Foundation
has earned a 4-star rating on Charity Navigator for the sixth
consecutive year as well as accreditation by the Better Business
Bureau‘sWise Giving Alliance for transparency, efficiency
and operations.
“Good+Foundation
is proud to be part of the philanthropic investment Nordstrom is
making to New York City,” says Jessica Seinfeld,
Good+Foundation president and founder. “Nordstrom is
committed to improving the lives of children and families, and
through this partnership, thousands more fathers and mothers will
receive essential goods like strollers, car seats, diapers and
clothes when they achieve milestones like getting a GED or completing
a parenting class.“
Each
year, Nordstrom donates millions of dollars to hundreds of nonprofit
organizations across the U.S. and Canada,
with the majority of giving focused on organizations and programs
that empower youth, support children and care for families. In 2018,
Nordstrom supported more than 600 organizations and $12M
in
the communities where the company does business. Additional
information on Nordstrom’s charitable giving efforts can be found at
NordstromCares.com.
One Hundred Percent of Proceeds from the Limited-Edition T-Shirt Benefit Hurricane Victims in The Bahamas
Hard
Rock International, a global hospitality and entertainment brand
owned and operated by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, today
announced its support for those affected by Hurricane Dorian
with the launch of its Bahamas Strong T-Shirt. The
limited-edition merchandise item will be sold at Rock Shops®
inside Hard Rock® properties throughout North America and in
select areas of Latin America. Hard Rock will distribute one hundred
percent of the proceeds from its Bahamas Strong T-Shirt to the
Bahamian Red Cross through the Hard Rock Heals Foundation®
to aid those affected by Hurricane Dorian. The shirt features the
Bahamian national flag alongside the classic Hard Rock logo and Hard
Rock’s “Love All Serve All” mantra, displaying the
brand’s commitment to helping the communities in which it serves.
With
venues in 75 countries spanning 259 locations that include
owned/licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops® and Cafes –
Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally
recognized companies. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar,
Hard Rock owns the world’s most valuable collection of music
memorabilia at more than 83,000 pieces, which are displayed at its
locations around the globe.
Hard Rock International Launches Bahamas Strong T-shirt To Benefit Hurricane Dorian Relief Efforts
“Hard
Rock International, the Seminole Tribe of Florida and Seminole Gaming
are committed to aiding the people of The Bahamas following the
devastating impact of Hurricane Dorian,” said Jim Allen,
Chairman of Hard Rock International and CEO of Seminole Gaming. “As
a global brand with a long-standing history in The Bahamas, this is
an effort that is close to our hearts. Providing all of the proceeds
from our Bahamas Strong T-Shirt sales to assist in the hurricane
relief efforts is just scratching the surface for the level of
support we intend to provide.”
Hard
Rock’s Bahamas Strong T-Shirt launch comes on the heels of the
Seminole Tribe of Florida’s support for Hurricane Dorian victims, in
which they successfully delivered water bottles to those on the
ground in Freeport on Grand Bahama Island during a five-day airlift
that began on Sept. 6. In addition, Seminole Gaming provided the
Bahamian government with critical items sourced from each of its
Florida properties to contribute to the relief efforts.
For
more information on the Hard Rock brand, visit www.hardrock.com.
To purchase additional Hard Rock merchandise, visit the online Rock
Shop at www.shop.hardrock.com.
The
Hard Rock Heals Foundation® is a registered 501(c)(3) charitable
organization and oversees all philanthropic outreach for Hard Rock
International. The Hard Rock Heals Foundation exists to
improve lives through the power of music. Since its inception in
1971, Hard Rock International has brought people together through the
power of music and have developed partnerships with artists ranging
from emerging to iconic in support of charitable efforts around the
world. The Hard Rock Heals Foundation provides grants and assistance
to individuals whose goal is to heal through the power of music.
Partnerships with like-minded, music-centric organizations allow Hard
Rock Heals Foundation the opportunity to improve lives and promote
wellness.
In
2018, Hard Rock International was recognized as a Forbes
Magazine Top Employer for Women and Land
Operator of the Year at the Global Gaming Awards. In 2019,
Hard Rock International was honored as one of Forbes Magazine’s
America’s Best Large Employers, Forbes
Magazine’s Top Employers for Women and No. 1 in
J.D. Power‘s 2019 North America Hotel Guest
Satisfaction Study among Upper Upscale Hotel Chains. Hard
Rock destinations are located in the world’s greatest international
gateway cities, including its two most successful flagship properties
in Florida and home to the world’s first Guitar Hotel® in
South Florida, where its headquarters are located. The
brand is owned by HRI parent entity The Seminole Tribe of Florida.
For more information on Hard Rock International visit
www.hardrock.com or
shop.hardrock.com.
Today,
Trunk Club announced
its new charitable platform, Trunk Club Cares, focused on
improving job training and preparedness in local communities through
partnerships with nonprofitsDress
for Successand Career
Gear.
Trunk Club (PRNewsfoto/Trunk Club)
Trunk
Club committed more than $30,000 and employee volunteers to both
organizations, which serve communities through innovative programming
designed to help individuals find employment.
“At Trunk Club, we understand the power of a good outfit and how that boost of confidence can impact your day-to-day work and career, regardless of your experience or where you are in your career,” said Fanya Chandler, president of Trunk Club. “We designed this program by listening carefully to our employees’ and customers’ passions for giving back. We’re proud and honored to support both of these organizations that share our values and are making a tremendous impact in our communities.“
Dress for Success client practices interview skills with Trunk Club employee at the styling service’s Chicago headquartes
Trunk
Club partnered with Dress for Success to host four
volunteer days for employees at their boutiques where employees
worked with program clients to create interview outfits.
Additionally, Trunk Club hosted a resume boot camp during which Dress
for Success clients learned about interview best practices and had
mock interviews with Trunk Club employees. Finally, Trunk Club
stylists shared their time and style expertise to outfit 20 Dress for
Success clients and senior executives in Chicago for a fashion show
fundraiser.
Dress
for Success is a global not-for-profit organization dedicated to
empowering women to achieve financial independence by providing a
network of support, professional attire and the development tools to
help them thrive in work and in life. The organization’s programs
center on workforce development, employment retention, financial
literacy as well as leadership and civic responsibility. These
programs rely on the generosity of corporate sponsors and a staff of
more than 25,000 volunteers worldwide. To date, Dress for Success has
helped more than one million women and operates in nearly 30
countries in more than 150 cities. (For more information, visit
https://dressforsuccess.org/.)
“We’re so happy to partner with an organization so well aligned with our mission,” said Joi Gordon, CEO of Dress for Success. “Trunk Club is doing important work in their communities to help people become financially independent and reach their goals.”
Trunk
Club is also teaming up with Career Gear by providing employee
volunteers who provide pro-bono styling services to program
participants.
“We
may provide the suit, but we are really in the confidence business.
We want to help men help themselves while they strive to live their
best lives,” said Jesseca Kendall, director of
community engagement at Career Gear.
For
over 20 years, Career Gear‘s mission has been to provide men
with the tools they need to successfully achieve financial
independence and become stronger members of their communities. We
work tirelessly to boost confidence for improved employment outcomes
by focusing on image presentation. (For more information, visit
https://careergear.org/.)
In
addition to these partnerships, Trunk Club continues to be active in
its local communities with employee-driven activations. Annually,
employees nominate and vote on their favorite charitable
organizations to receive grants that help achieve their missions.
Last year’s winning organizations were Chicago’s Anti-Cruelty
Society, St. Jude’s Children’s, and the Alzheimer’s
Association.
Trunk
Club is a Chicago-based personalized styling service for men and
women, offering both virtual and in-person shopping options. Shoppers
can visit Trunk Club’s retail Clubhouses in Boston, Chicago,
Dallas, Los Angeles, New York City, Washington D.C., for an in-person
styling session or custom fitting for any occasion. For those who
prefer an at-home experience, Trunk Club offers a virtual styling
option, where a personal stylist sends a curated Trunk of clothing to
their home based on the customer’s style, fit, and lifestyle
preferences. Trunk Club offers everything from weekend casual
clothing to formal wear, and as a subsidiary of Nordstrom, the
clothes and service are on par with those standards. (For more
information, visit www.trunkclub.com.)
Shop Brand-New Designer Goods Priced Up To 80% Off At Three-Day Fundraising Event
Tickets Available For VIP Reception, Early-Access + GA Shopping On Nov. 14; Free Public Sale Nov. 15 + 16
Housing
Works, a NYC non-profit organization that provides advocacy,
support and lifesaving services to those impacted by homelessness and
HIV/AIDS, will host its annual Fashion for Action fundraiser
November 14-16, 2019. The highly anticipated event, brings
together the best in entertainment and fashion for an exclusive
shopping experience at the Housing Works Thrift Shop flagship
location in Chelsea. The three-day event will kick off on November
14thwith a series of ticketed affairs
that include a VIP reception, early-access and general admission
shopping, culminating in a sale that is open to the public November
15th 16th.
Housing Works logo
The
event is sponsored by Amida Care, Arthur J. Gallagher & Co.,
BCM One, BMO Bank, Comserv, Synoptek, and Our/ New York Vodka.
Fashion
for Action began in 2004 with founding chair Andre Leon Talley
and the late Natasha Richardson at the helm. Past event chairs
have also included Thom Browne, Patricia Clarkson, Francisco
Costa, Dree Hemingway, Marc Jacobs, Natalie Joos, Derek Lam and
Rachel Roy. Together with the support of the fashion and
beauty community, the benefit has grown to raise over $5 million
towards the fight against HIV/AIDS in New York City.
Fashion
For Action 2019 will showcase a bounty of brand-new
merchandise, marked 50-80% off retail prices, donated by the biggest
names in fashion. The sale will feature Men’s and Women’s apparel,
shoes, handbags, accessories, and jewelry from brands that include:
Dior, Dolce & Gabbana, Issey Miyake, Coach, Helmut Lang,
Theory, and more!
For
over 25 years, Housing Works has fueled the fight to end HIV
and Homelessness through fashion. The organization’s 13 Thrift
Shops and signature events directly benefit its trailblazing work in
grassroots activism, healthcare, and housing. Housing Works
led the way during the height of the AIDS crisis in New York City,
and continues to lead resistance efforts across the country in this
current political climate.
The
benefit will begin with a
VIP Cocktail Reception
gathering industry icons and leaders in fashion and entertainment at
the
Rubin Museum of Art.
The event will be co-hosted by award-winning actress
Patricia Clarkson
and Bevy
Smith,
TV/radio personality and host of Sirius/XM’s Bevelations on Radio
Andy. They will be joined by event chairs: Bethann
Hardison, Emmy,
Tony and Grammy Award winner Billy
Porter,
Cameron
Silver, Iman, Mickey Boardman, Patricia Field, Phillip Picardi,
and
Anna Sui.
Kevin
Harter,
Vice President of Fashion Direction, Bloomingdale’s and Michael
Carl,
VP of Press and Influence, Hermès are Founding Chairs. The reception
will be followed by two ticketed offerings that include early access
and GA providing an opportunity to shop in advance of the public sale
that will run November 15-16. Tickets
are now available for purchase with detailed pricing information
available here.
In
addition to the array of new designer merchandise, Fashion for
Action will include items from the personal wardrobe of a
selection of hand-picked style influencers, Closet Curators.
Showcasing a collection of clothing and accessories that reflect
their own individual style, this year’s Closet Curators include:
Visual Architect and Brand Consultant Kesha McLeod, Will
Taylor of Bright Bazaar, Style Monk’s Jerome LaMaar,
Patrice Farameh from The Curated Collection, Fashion Stylist
and Designer Dennis Kenney/NONDK, PR/Marketing consultant
Logan Horne, theCurvycon Co-founder and Blogger Cece Olisa
as well as the epic 70’s-era costume wardrobe donated by the
acclaimed HBO series The Deuce, now in its final season.
Proceeds
from Fashion for Action support Housing Works‘ ongoing
advocacy and integrated services including trailblazing work to
address the opioid epidemic and prevent overdose deaths.
What:
Fashion for Action 2019
When:
November 14, 2019
VIP
Reception 5:30pm – 7:30pm, Rubin Museum of Art, 150 West 17th
Street
Kering,
through its Women In Motion program, is partnering with the
creative arts publisher Phaidon and its sister company
Artspace, a leading online marketplace, to launch the new book
Great Women
Artists. (Link to Great Women
Artists on Artspace.com: www.artspace.com/greatwomenartists)
Kering,
a partner of the Festival de Cannes, launched Women In
Motion in 2015 to shine a light on women’s contribution to
cinema, both in front of and behind the camera. Since then, the
program has been expanded to include the worlds of photography, arts
and literature. For although creativity is one of the most powerful
forces for change, gender inequality in this areas remains flagrant.
Through its awards, The program recognizes both inspirational figures
and talented young women, while its Talks provide an
opportunity for some of the leading names in cinema and arts to share
their views on women’s representation in their profession. For the
past five years, Women In Motion has been a platform for
helping to change mindsets and to providing thought leadership on
both the role and the recognition given to women in all areas of the
arts.
Phaidon
will publish Great Women Artists an
extensive illustrated book on women artists that reflects an era
where art made by women is more prominent than ever. The book tells
the stories of over 400 artists spanning 500 years and reveals a
parallel yet equally engaging history of art for an age that
champions a great diversity of voices.
According to information published on the Phaidon website, Great Women Artists is the most extensive fully illustrated book of women artists ever published. It reflects an era where art made by women is more prominent than ever, where galleries, museums and the art market are waking up to previously overlooked female artists, past and present. Great Women Artists reveals a parallel yet equally engaging history of art for an age that champions a greater diversity of voices.
Great Women Artists tells stories of over 400 artists who span 500 years. The oldest, Properzia de’ Rossi, was born in 1490 in Bologna; while the youngest, New Yorker Tschabalala Self, is still in her twenties. It’s organised from A-to-Z by surname so readers can easily find their way around, and works from different eras become juxtaposed.
It includes historic women who were hugely successful artists in their own lifetimes, but who were then excluded from written accounts in the centuries that followed, such as Angelica Kauffman, Judith Leyster and Artemisia Gentileschi. However, in some cases, those featured in Great Women Artists were far from obscure in their own era; consider Marisol, the French sculptor who is said to have been a bigger art star than Andy Warhol back in the 1960s.
Aside from the brilliant imagery, the book is filled with fascinating facts, vignettes and insights. Readers can discover more about Anni Albers, who, in 1949, became the first designer to have a solo exhibition at New York’s Museum of Modern Art; they can delight in Alma Thomas’s work; who was the first African-American woman to have a solo exhibition at the Whitney Museum of American Art, New York; and they can revel in the work of Diane Arbus , the first photographer to be included in the Venice Biennale.
Loïs Mailou Jones (born 1905, Boston, died 1998, Washington DC), Jennie 1943, oil on canvas, 90.8 × 73 cm (35 ¾ × 28 ¾ in), Howard University Gallery of Art, Washington DC. Picture credit: Courtesy of Loïs Mailou Jones Pierre-Noel Trust. (page 204)
Great Women Artists draws in part from Phaidon’s 1994 best seller, The Art Book, which was also notable for its inclusion of a number of female artists, at a time when some other popular art history books were still failing to do so. “In the quarter century since then, diversity in art history – with regard to race as well as gender – has continued to expand,” writes editor Rebecca Morrill in the book’s introduction. “History is no longer perceived as a single narrative that represents and serves only one section of society, but rather a tangle of interwoven stories that coexist rather than compete for dominance.”
Eleanor Antin 100 Boots Looking for a Job, San Clemente, California, 1972 vintage gelatin silver print mounted on board 12 1/2 x 18 13/16 inches Courtesy of the artist and Ronald Feldman Gallery, New York
This timely update might seem superfluous, in an age when many believe female figures do have equal prominence, power and representation in the art world. However, as Morrill points out, even today, “male artists are still likely to be more successful by any number of measures. They are more likely to have representation by a commercial gallery,” she writes. “They achieve higher prices in the art market. They are more likely to be written about by critics and art historians (who are themselves, more likely to be male).”
Great Women Artists won’t right these wrongs, but it will serve as a great primer for anyone keen to explore the work of lesser-known practitioners; it will please proud feminists eager to get a handle on the art world; and it will delight anyone who enjoys great painting, photography, sculpture, video and performance art.
Through
this partnership with Phaidon, Kering is strengthening
its commitment to women in the arts. A major priority for the Group,
Kering’s support of the empowerment of women extends into the world
of arts and culture through the Women In Motion program. This
support also manifests through the Kering Foundation which has
been combating violence against women worldwide for over 10 years.
In
celebration of Great Women Artists
and with the support of Kering, Phaidon and Artspace will launch a
charitable portfolio of limited-edition prints to benefit one of the
Kering Foundation’s partners: the non-profit Promundo-US, a
leading organization in promoting gender justice, preventing violence
against women by engaging boys and men as partners with women and
girls.
The
funds raised by Phaidon and Artspace, will support the
launch of a Boyhood Campaign and Initiative co-developed by
Promundo and the Kering Foundation, alongside other
partners, including those focused on girls’ empowerment. The Boyhood
Campaign and Initiative will shift the media and social narrative
around manhood and boyhood in the US and globally, and will support
parents, educators, coaches, and media makers with the resources they
need to raise, teach, coach, and set an example for boys to become
equitable and connected men. This will begin in the US with future
expansion to other countries.
The
limited portfolio of prints was commissioned exclusively for this
project and features six artists and six unique prints, each in an
edition of 100. Cecily Brown, Lubaina Himid, Bharti Kher,
Catherine Opie, Jenny Saville, and Dana Schutz have
contributed to the portfolio, which seeks to raise close to $1
million for Promundo. Prints by these contemporary artists are
scarcely available, and this well-rounded portfolio offers collectors
the opportunity to acquire works at an accessible price while
supporting a worthy cause.
The
portfolio retails for $9,000 for the suite of six, and $1,500 for an
individual print. The prints will be made available for sale
beginning on October 2nd exclusively on
artspace.com/greatwomenartists.
In
addition, Kering, Phaidon and Artspace will host a number of public
and private events, including a dinner and panel discussion in New
York. A special video series featuring interviews of artists Maya
Lin and Pat Steir in their studios will be produced and
launched in conjunction with the partnership.
Great Women Artists is now available for sale online at Amazon, Barnes and Noble, Target, WalMart, and Phaidon, as well as at select brick-and-mortar stores.
A
global Luxury group, Kering manages the development of a series of
renowned Houses in Fashion, Leather Goods, Jewelry and Watches:
Gucci, Saint Laurent, Bottega Veneta, Balenciaga, Alexander McQueen,
Brioni, Boucheron, Pomellato, Dodo, Qeelin, Ulysse Nardin,
Girard-Perregaux, as well as Kering Eyewear. By placing
creativity at the heart of its strategy, Kering enables its Houses to
set new limits in terms of their creative expression while crafting
tomorrow’s Luxury in a sustainable and responsible way. We capture
these beliefs in their signature: “Empowering Imagination“.
Since
2008, the Kering Foundation has sought to combat the violence
that affects all cultures and all social classes. To maximize its
impact, the Foundation works hand in hand with a limited number of
local partners in the three main regions where the Group operates:
the American continent, Western Europe and Asia.
The
Foundation supports local survivor-centered organizations that
provide comprehensive services to women, and, since 2018, has begun
working with younger generations, particularly young men and boys, to
combat violence against women through prevention programs like
Promundo in the United States and Gendes in Mexico.
The
Foundation also seeks to change behaviors within Kering and in
society in general. It offers training sessions on domestic violence
for Kering employees and created, in 2018, alongside the FACE
Foundation, “One in Three Women“, the first
European network of companies engaged against gender-based violence.
The Foundation also organizes international awareness campaigns
(White Ribbon For Women, on the occasion of the International
Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women), all the while
involving Kering’s 35,000 employees worldwide.
Phaidon
is the premier global publisher of the creative arts with over 1,500
titles in print. They work with the world’s most influential artists,
chefs, writers, and thinkers to produce innovative books on art,
photography, design, architecture, fashion, food and travel, and
illustrated books for children. Phaidon is headquartered in London
and New York City.
Artspace.com
is the leading online marketplace for contemporary art and ideas,
offering both established and aspiring collectors the opportunity to
discover, learn about, and purchase exceptional artworks at the click
of a button. Partnering with leading artists, galleries, museums, and
cultural institutions worldwide to curate the finest selection of art
for sale online, they provide detailed and transparent information on
every artist and work.
Promundo,
whose name means “for the world,” was founded in 1997 in
Brazil with the belief that gender equality is a social “good”
for the world, and that overcoming gender inequalities and patriarchy
and advancing gender justice is necessary for women, men, children,
and individuals of all gender identities. Promundo works globally to
work with men and boys – as partners with women, girls and other
gender identities – to put an end to gender-based discrimination.
Absolut®
has announced its mission to help those in need this holiday this
winter and to inspire others to gift a giving spirit all season long
– with the unique help of national non-profit organization One
Warm Coat and partnership with Sofar Sounds.
“For
Absolut, being Planet Earth’s Favorite Vodka isn’t just a tagline –
it’s in the fabric of our brand’s DNA and guides the actions we take
in the world toward the betterment of our planet – and its people,”
said Regan Clarke, Vice President, Absolut. “That’s why we’re
doubling-down on partying with a purpose this holiday season by both
donating – and facilitating local donation concert drives – to
provide warmth to 100,000 people in need.“
Gift
a Giving Spirit – Small Gifts, Big Impact
Absolut
has brought together partners One Warm Coat and Sofar
Sounds to reimagine the traditional coat drive during the
holidays. As a brand that has always done things differently, the
company hopes to illustrate the big impact one simple act can have
on the community around us – especially for those in need.
“One
coat may not seem life-altering to some – but for one of the
hundreds of thousands of people in peril during extremely cold
weather conditions each year,it could be lifesaving,”
said Beth W. Amodio, President & CEO of One Warm Coat. “We
are grateful to Absolut for providing warmth to 100,000 people in
need. It is inspiring to see brands partner with organizations to
make real change in the world.“
With
Absolut’s donation to warm 100,000 people through One Warm
Coat, the brand is helping everyone, everywhere sparkle a bit
brighter every time you gift, sip or serve Absolut this season.
One
Coat, One Concert – Absolut x Sofar Sounds
With
the help of Sofar Sounds, a company that brings local communities and
artists together in unique and intimate locations, Absolut is hosting
four concerts in New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago and Philadelphia
– each with a simple suggestion: bring a coat, see the concert.
The
Absolut X Sofar Sounds concerts will provide an opportunity
for locals to support their community in need by accepting gently
worn coats in exchange for the intimate concert experience. The brand
is also hoping to inspire a ripple effect by rewarding the simple act
of giving back in the hopes of concertgoers continuing to pay it
forward with their friends and families throughout the holiday season
and beyond.
Mix.
Mingle. Drink & Jingle.
From
celebrating Friendsgiving, to New Year’s Eve bashes, to hosting
friends for a cozy night in – add a little purpose to your party
with a festive favorite or soon-to-be holiday staple cocktail, like:
Absolut
Jingle Buck
Absolut Jingle Buck
Ingredients:
1
Part Absolut Vodka
¾
Part Cranberry Juice
¾
Part Lime Juice
2
Parts Ginger Ale
How
to Mix: Add ingredients to glass with ice. Stir briefly. Garnish
with two fresh cranberries and rosemary sprig.
Absolut
Juice Edition Apple Sangria
Absolut Juice Edition Apple Sangria
Ingredients:
1
½ Parts Absolut Juice Edition Apple
2
Parts Red Wine
4
Dashes Angostura Bitters
½
Part Triple Sec or Orange Liqueur
How
to Mix: Mix all ingredients in a glass with ice. Garnish with
orange slides, apple slices and grapes.
One
Warm Coat is a national nonprofit organization that provides free,
warm coats to people in need. The Coat Drive Program supports
individuals, groups, companies and organizations across the country
by providing the tools and resources needed to hold a successful coat
drive. Coats are distributed in the communities where they were
collected, to children and adults in need, without charge,
discrimination or obligation. Since One Warm Coat began in 1992,
volunteers have hosted more than 35,000 coat drives and more than 6
million coats have been distributed to people in need.
Sofar
Sounds is a global community creating space where music matters.
Sofar reimagines the live music experience through curated, secret
performances in more than 400 cities around the world. Founded
in Londonin
2009, Sofar brings guests and artists together in unique locations,
without the distractions that plague other live events. Sofar shows
begin as a secret: guests sign on for three unnamed performances at
undisclosed locations, hosted by community members in everyday spaces
— from living rooms and rooftops, to retail stores. Through the
transformation of these spaces into captivating venues, Sofar serves
as a platform for artists to connect with engaged audiences in cities
around the world. Sofar invites guests to discover new artists,
spaces, people, neighborhoods and cities, whether at home or abroad,
creating an inclusive and accessible global community where people
make genuine connections. To learn more about Sofar Sounds, check us
out at www.sofarsounds.com.
vineyard
vines, the lifestyle apparel brand best known for its smiling
pink whale logo, is continuing their partnership with Bright
Pink, the only non-profit organization dedicated to the
prevention and early detection of breast and ovarian cancer. The
limited-edition collection includes styles for the whole family and
accessories bearing the brand’s whale logo paired with the breast
cancer awareness Pink Ribbon. In the continued effort to promote
Breast Cancer Awareness, from September 23 to October 31, 2019,
vineyard vines will donate 20% of all sales from the product
collection to Bright Pink. The assortment will be made available for
purchase at vineyardvines.com
and select vineyard vines stores.
Marking
the third year of this partnership, this special collection raises
much needed awareness around breast and ovarian cancer, while
honoring loved ones who have been lost or are presently fighting.
Priced from $32.50-$95.00, the assortment includes some of the
brand’s best-selling tee silhouettes for men, women and kids, as well
as a silk tie detailed with the brand’s smiling pink whale logo
paired with the iconic Pink Ribbon.
Big & Tall 2019 Breast Cancer Awareness Long-Sleeve Pocket T-Shirt, $48
“Continuing
our partnership with Bright Pink is an important, personal mission,
as we lost our mom to cancer and experienced first-hand the effects
this horrible disease has on loved ones,” said Shep Murray,
vineyard vines CEO & co-founder. Ian Murray, vineyard vines CEO &
co-founders adds, “We are grateful that we can continue to
work with Bright Pink whose mission is to empower and educate women
to know their risks and manage their health proactively.“
“Bright
Pink is so proud to team up with Vineyard Vines for a third year this
fall to spread our message of Breast & Ovarian Cancer prevention
to customers nationwide. Through the generosity of vineyard vine’s
commitment to our mission we will have the power to educate and equip
thousands of women on their breast and ovarian cancer risk, and
together we will create a more beautiful and brighter future,”
said Katie Thiede, CEO Bright Pink
Bright Pink logo
Bright
Pinkis a national nonprofit focused on the prevention of
breast and ovarian cancer. The organization’s mission is to save
women’s lives from breast and ovarian cancer by empowering them to
know their risk and manage their health proactively. Bright Pink’s
innovative programs motivate women to prioritize prevention, help
women assess their risk for breast and ovarian cancer, equip women
with personalized risk-management recommendations, and empower women
to manage their health proactively in partnership with a healthcare
provider. Since 2007, Bright Pink has inspired over 1.5 million women
to be their own best health advocates.
In
conjunction with the special collection, the vineyard vines website
will enable consumers to proactively take their health into their own
hands through Bright Pink’s “AssessYourRisk.org”
self-evaluation. Additionally, starting this month, vineyard vines
and Ocean Spray will partner to support Bright Pink by uniting to
further empower women to take charge of their health.
A
company best known for its whimsical neckties and smiling pink whale
logo, was founded in 1998 on Martha’s Vineyard when brothers Shep and
Ian Murray cut their ties with corporate America to start making ties
that represented the Good Life. In addition to signature neckwear,
vineyard vines offers a variety of clothing and accessories for men,
women and children. Products are sold in over 600 specialty and
department stores worldwide, through a seasonal catalog at
1.800.892.4982, online at vineyardvines.com
and at over ninety freestanding stores.
Talbots
partners with six internationally renowned female artists to design a
limited-edition silk scarf collection with proceeds benefiting their
new partner, Susan G. Komen®
Retailing
$79.50, 20% of the net proceeds (at least $12) from each scarf
benefits Komen’s Breast Care Helpline, with a guaranteed maximum
donation of $50,000.
Talbots
has created its second “The Art of the Scarf” Collection
with six internationally renowned female artists who each
designed a limited-edition one-of-a-kind silk scarf that tells a
story. Full of colorful metaphors and meaning, the scarves evoke
emotion with vibrant symbols of hope, resilience, strength and
courage. This collection also celebrates Talbots first partnership
with the world’s leading breast cancer organization, Susan G.
Komen®, in the fight against breast cancer. The
collection was designed by each artist using the silk scarf as a
canvas to honor those who have been affected by breast cancer and
will be available from Sept.
23, 2019 to Oct.
31, 2019.
Talbots logo
The
female artists selected includes:
Lulu
DK(Los
Angeles, CA)
– “Feminine but strong, like all the women I love and admire,
particularly my mom who passed from breast cancer six years ago. I
love painting flowers because they represent Mother Nature’s greatest
gift – color and natural beauty; both symbols of how I remember my
mother.”
Libby
VanderPloeg(Grand
Rapids, MI) –
“I’ve seen in my own circle of family and friends that when
women work together, support each other, and essentially lift each
other up, we all climb to greater heights. This artwork is a
celebration of the power of sisterhood in overcoming challenges and
achieving our goals.”
Gladys
Perint Palmer(San
Francisco, CA) –
“My inspiration was diverse, strong women who have emerged
recently though they have been around for centuries. I think about
the best-dressed socialite and writer Pauline de Rothschild who
remarked, ‘wit is on the head where it belonged.’ Let us celebrate
strong, witty women and over-the-top hats.”
Martha
Napier(Chicago,
IL) – “My
mom is a breast cancer survivor. What I think is so interesting about
her journey is she says that the year she underwent treatment was
not her worst year by a ‘long shot.’ She credits this to the fact
that her friends surrounded her with love, cards, visits, trips to
treatment, etc. She says these same friendships have lasted 20 years
and are ‘ever strong.’ For my design, you will see a collection of
joyous, colorful, strong women. No matter if they look like the
illustrations or not, somehow women from all walks of life seem to
identify with my strong, colorful fashion girls.”
Nadia
Flower(New
Zealand) –
“My inspiration comes from nature. My design represents the idea
of growth, strength and beauty through the intertwining of natural
elements. I wanted to represent the diversity of women through
different foliage, feathers and colors.”
Carolina
Melis(Cagliari,
Italy) –
“My design represents strength and courage. Just like the Lotus
flowers rise out of mud, we need to be strong to persevere and
overcome the difficulties in life.”
“The Art of the Scarf” Collection will be available at http://www.Talbots.com and in Talbots stores nationwide and in Canada.
In
the spirit of women helping women, Talbots will donate 20% of the net
proceeds (at least $12) to Komen from each “The Art of the
Scarf” Collection item sold from Sept. 23, 2019, to Oct. 31,
2019, in support of the Susan G. Komen Breast Care Helpline.
“Talbots
is deeply committed to making a difference in the fight to end breast
cancer. We are thrilled to join forces with our new partner, Susan G.
Komen, for our Art of the Scarf collection that celebrates strength
and resilience. Six renowned, female artists have created vibrant,
emotional works of art that can be worn, collected or gifted. We are
confident that our scarf collection will resonate with all women,
while also knowing that their purchase will make a difference to
those affected by breast cancer,” said Deborah Cavanagh,
SVP, Marketing and CMO of Talbots
Susan
G. Komen® is the world’s leading nonprofit breast cancer
organization, working to save lives and end breast cancer forever.
Komen has an unmatched, comprehensive 360-degree approach to fighting
this disease across all fronts and supporting millions of people in
the U.S. and in countries worldwide and advocate for patients, drive
research breakthroughs, improve access to high-quality care, offer
direct patient support and empower people with trustworthy
information. Founded by Nancy G. Brinker, who promised her
sister, Susan G. Komen, that she would end the disease that
claimed Suzy’s life, Komen remains committed to supporting those
affected by breast cancer today, while tirelessly searching for
tomorrow’s cures.
“We
are so honored to be part of this collection with Talbots, as these
beautifully designed scarves are meaningful to anyone who has been
touched by breast cancer. As Komen continues to fight for a world
without breast cancer, we look forward to the beginning of a long,
impactful relationship with Talbots,” said Christina
Alford, Senior Vice President of Development at Susan G. Komen®.
Talbots
is a proud sponsor of the Susan G.
Komen Breast Care Helpline. The
helpline is staffed by a team of caring and compassionate specialists
and oncology social workers who provide education, psychosocial
support and information about needed resources in local communities
to nearly 15,000 people a year. People can call the helpline at
(1-877-GO KOMEN)
(1-877-465-6636)
to speak to someone in English or Spanish, Monday through Friday from
9 a.m. to 10 p.m. ET, or they can email helpline@komen.org.
“The
Art of the Scarf” Collection will be available at
www.Talbots.com and in Talbots
stores nationwide and in Canada.
2019 Campaign Raises Funds for Breast Cancer Research Through the Hard Rock Heals Foundation®
Hard
Rock International continues its support for PINKTOBER®
as the brand celebrates two decades of its annual PINKTOBER
campaign, supporting breast cancer awareness and research.
Throughout the month of October, Hard Rock® Cafes, Hotels, Casinos
and Rock Shops® will be participating in the campaign through
fundraising efforts supporting the Hard Rock Heals Foundation®,
the charitable arm of Hard Rock, with proceeds benefiting national
and local breast cancer charities. This year’s program has plenty of
pink to go around with a limited-time pink cocktail, an exclusive
merchandise collection and events around the globe that will benefit
local breast cancer charities, from community driven local
activations, to hands-on property activities.
Hard Rock INternational Logo
“For
20 years, Hard Rock International has been a proud supporter of
breast cancer awareness and research efforts around the globe,
raising over $7 million through our annual programming,”
said Jon Lucas, Chief Operating Officer of Hard Rock International.
“The work our Cafes, Hotels, Casinos and Rock Shops do on a
global and local level to support this cause and spread a message of
strength, hope and awareness is important to our brand, philanthropic
partners around the world and the family and friends affected by this
disease.”
Sleep
in Pink
Hard
Rock Hotels & Casinos are going pink across the globe as the
brand continues its worldwide support of PINKTOBER®, with
one-of-a-kind branded events and activations across the brand’s
International hotel and casino portfolio. From community driven local
events to immersive on-property activations – here’s a glimpse at
Hard Rock International’s PINKTOBER® programming: Visit Hard Rock
Hotel Desaru Coast and jam out with a custom pink Fender® Player
Series Stratocaster when you stay in their pink suite with proceeds
going to the Breast Cancer Support Group (Johor Bahru). Both Seminole
Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood and Tampa will be sponsoring
their local American Cancer Society – Making Strides Against Breast
Cancer Walk and Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Biloxi has a team in
their local walk. Visit here to donate to your local team. Please
visit https://www.hardrockhotels.com/search
and
contact your local hotel to join their cause.
Pink
is the Color for Fall
Hard
Rock’s Rock Shop® locations and the brand’s online retail site will
help guests show their pink pride with exclusive PINKTOBER
merchandise including limited-edition pins, t-shirts, bracelets,
keychains, hats and more. The exclusive items will display “BRAVE”
written on the front with a pink ribbon accompanied by the Hard Rock
PINKTOBER logo. Proceeds from the PINKTOBER collection will be
donated to the Hard Rock Heals Foundation in support of breast cancer
awareness causes around the globe. Those looking to shop PINKTOBER
merchandise can visit the Rock Shop at participating Hard Rock Cafe
locations or the online Rock Shop at https://shop.hardrock.com.
Participate
in PINKTOBER
Guests
wanting to show their support and participate in the pink party can
visit Cafes around the globe and take part in fundraising activations
benefiting local breast cancer charities from Oct. 1 to Oct. 29,
2019. Events include live music performances, craft nights and other
fundraisers. To find out what your local Cafe has planned to support
their local charity partners, visit
http://www.hardrockcafe.com/locations.aspx.
The
Flavors of Pink
Participating
Hard Rock Cafe® locations will feature a limited-time cocktail
called “Drink Pink Punch” to generate awareness for breast
cancer. The delicious Drink Pink Punch cocktail includes Beefeater
Pink Gin, the tropical flavors of guava, banana, pineapple and
strawberries finished with a house-made guava foam and rainbow
candies.
The
Hard Rock Heals Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3)
charitable organization and oversees all philanthropic outreach for
Hard Rock International and
exists to improve lives through the power of music. Since its
inception in 1971, Hard Rock International has brought people
together through the power of music and have developed partnerships
with artists ranging from emerging to iconic in support of charitable
efforts around the world. The Hard Rock Heals Foundation provides
grants and assistance to individuals whose goal is to heal through
the power of music. Partnerships with like-minded, music-centric
organizations allow Hard Rock Heals Foundation the opportunity to
improve lives and promote wellness.
With
venues in 75 countries spanning 259 locations that include
owned/licensed or managed Hotels, Casinos, Rock Shops® and Cafes –
Hard Rock International (HRI) is one of the most globally
recognized companies. Beginning with an Eric Clapton guitar,
Hard Rock owns the world’s most valuable collection of music
memorabilia at more than 83,000 pieces, which are displayed at its
locations around the globe. In 2018, Hard Rock International
was recognized as a Forbes Magazine Top Employer for Women and
Land Operator of the Year at the Global Gaming Awards. In
2019, the company was honored as one of Forbes Magazine‘s
America’s Best Large Employers, Forbes Magazine’s Top
Employers for Women and No. 1 in J.D. Power’s 2019 North
America Hotel Guest Satisfaction Study among Upper Upscale Hotel
Chains. Hard Rock destinations are located in the world’s
greatest international gateway cities, including its two most
successful flagship properties in Florida and home to the world’s
first Guitar Hotel® in South Florida, where its headquarters
are located. The brand is owned by HRI parent entity The Seminole
Tribe of Florida. For more information on Hard Rock International
visit www.hardrock.com or
shop.hardrock.com.
We
Are Family Foundation® (WAFF)will
honor legendary artist Dolly
Parton and iconic
fashion designer Jean
Paul Gaultier at its
2019 Celebration on Tuesday,
November 5, 2019 at
the Hammerstein Ballroom in New York City.
(PRNewsfoto/We Are Family Foundation)
WAFF, a not-for-profit organization founded by legendary multiple GRAMMY® Award winning musician Nile Rodgers, is dedicated to the vision of a global family. WAFF creates and supports programs that promote cultural diversity while nurturing the vision, talents and ideas of young people who are positively changing the world.
Nile Rodgers (Photo: Jill Furmanovsky)
“We’ve
wanted to recognize and honor the extraordinary accomplishments of
Dolly Parton for many years. Her exemplary work as an artist,
businesswoman and philanthropist is an example for us all. She
symbolizes everything that is great about music and America. Jean
Paul Gaultier is someone who I’m happy to call a friend. His
incomparable work as an iconic fashion designer and forward thinker
has changed our culture in a way the world has greatly benefitted
from. We are enormously grateful to our honorees for their
exceptional work to improve humanity and we warmly welcome them into
our WAFF family“,
said Rodgers.
Dolly Parton
Dolly Parton, legendary singer, songwriter, multi-instrumentalist, record producer, actress, author, businesswoman and humanitarian will receive the Mattie J.T. Stepanek Peacemaker Award. Over the years, Parton has supported many charitable efforts, particularly in the area of literacy, primarily through the Dollywood Foundation. Her literacy program, Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a part of the Dollywood Foundation, mails one book per month to each enrolled child from the time of their birth until they enter kindergarten. In August 2019, the Imagination Library gave away over 1.4M books, and has given away a total of over 125M books to date. In 2018, Parton was honored by the Library of Congress on account of the “charity sending out its 100 millionth book”.
With
a record for any female artist of 26 songs reaching No. 1 on the
Billboard country charts; 42 career top-10 country albums, a record
for any artist; and 110 career-charted singles over the past 40
years, Parton remains one of the most-honored female country
performers of all time.
“To
say that I am honored would be quite an understatement. I am so
humbled to be included in with such an amazing group of people. I
have often said that I don’t count my awards, but this is one I will
not soon forget. The Mattie J.T. Stepanek Peacemaker Award from the
We Are Family Foundation represents so many of the characteristics
that I strive every day to live by. I believe in family, I believe
in love, and I believe that together we can change the world“,
said Parton.
Previous honorees of the Mattie J.T. Stepanek Peacemaker Award include: President Jimmy Carter, Desmond Tutu, Roger Daltrey CBE, Paul Simon, Dr. Maya Angelou and Quincy Jones.
Jean Paul Gaultier (Photo: Peter Lindbergh)
Jean Paul Gaultier will receive the Humanitarian Award. Gaultier, a French couturier started an apprenticeship at eighteen in the fashion house of Parisian designer Pierre Cardin and by 1976, founded his own eponymous fashion label. Gaultier started his ascent in the fashion world in the early eighties adding a men’s collection in 1984, and two years later opening his first boutique in Paris. In 1997 with his showing of his first haute couture collection, Gaultier secured his place in the fashion industry.
With Gaultier’s desire to illuminate and support human individuality and beauty, he used unconventional models for his shows. This earned him both criticism and enormous popularity. In acknowledgement of his role in reshaping popular perceptions of humanity through fashion and in redirecting the creative process, Gaultier was awarded in 2001 the title of Chevalier de la Lègion d’Honneur (“Knight of the Legion of Honor”), one of France’s highest honors, amongst many other awards and accolades he has received.
“It
is with great honor that I receive the 2019 Humanitarian Award. I
have always believed that all people are beautiful, no matter what
their color, shape, size, creed, or sexuality. It is the inner beauty
of all people and what we do for others that contributes the most to
our beautiful global family“,
said Jean Paul Gaultier.
Previous honorees of the Humanitarian Award include Bono, Sting & Trudie Styler, Steven Van Zandt, Nile Rodgers, Jackson Browne, Peter Gabriel and Sir Elton John.
Nile Rodgers & CHIC and Dolly Parton will perform live at the event.
To purchase tickets or to contribute to We Are Family Foundation, please visit www.wearefamilyfoundation.org. Contributions are fully tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
The American Heart Association Go Red For Women™ Red Dress Collection 2017 Fashion Show Presented By Macy’s Merges Entertainment, Media And Fashion As Celebrities Raise Awareness Of Heart Disease And Stroke In Women
Celebrities on the runway include: Adrienne Bailon, Jessie James Decker, Diane Guerrero, Jazz Jennings, Juliette Lewis, Rachel Platten, and Laurie Hernandez
The American Heart Association announced that theGo Red For Women™ Red Dress Collection (Fashion Show) 2017 presented by Macy’s will return to New York Fashion Week at the Hammerstein Ballroom on Thursday, February 9, 2017. The fashion show is slated to feature 19 celebrities in gowns by top fashion designers. Founded byNHLBI’s The Heart Truth®, the event reminds women of the need to protect their heart health. The show begins at 8 p.m. ET, along with a Facebook Live on Go Red For Women‘s Facebook page.
Cardiovascular diseases cause 1 in 3 deaths among women each year – more than all cancers combined. However, 80 percent of cardiac and stroke events may be prevented with education and action. The most important action:know your numbers. Knowing the most critical numbers for your heart health including Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Blood Sugar, and Body Mass Index (BMI) could save your life.Go Red For Womenand Macy’s are encouraging all women to learn their personal health numbers. Your heart might depend on it.
Macy’s, the founding national sponsor of Go Red For Women, is the presenting sponsor of the annualGo Red For Women Red Dress Collection. To date, Macy’s has raised more than $60 million through the generosity and commitment of Macy’s associates and customers, which has helped to directly fund women’s heart health research and education.
Walking in this year’sGo Red For Women’s Red Dress Collection presented by Macy’s are: Adrienne Bailon (co-host, The Real); Bonnie Somerville (Code Black); CCH Pounder (NCIS: New Orleans, Sons of Anarchy); Diane Guerrero (Orange is the New Black, Jane the Virgin); Jazz Jennings (activist/I am Jazz); Jeannie Mai (co-host, The Real); Jessie James Decker (singer/designer/reality star); Juliette Lewis (Secrets and Lies); Lauren Holly (Motive); Laurie Hernandez (Olympic Gymnast); Lea Thompson (Switched at Birth, Back to the Future); Lorraine Toussaint (Orange is the New Black); Lucy Lawless (Zena: Warrior Princess, Parks & Recreation); Lynn Whitfield (Greenleaf); Maureen McCormick (Dancing with the Stars); Peyton List (Jessie); Rachel Platten (singer); Stephanie March (Law & Order SVU); and Veronica Webb (model).
The Go Red For Women Red Dress Collection 2017 presented by Macy’s will feature three looks from designers in the not-for-profit, independently-run Fashion Incubator Programs housed at Macy’s: Masha Titievsky from the Chicago Fashion Incubator, Bethany Meuleners from Fashion Incubator San Francisco, and Amanda Casarez from the D.C. Fashion Incubator. Wearing these designs will be Lorraine Toussaint in VARYFORM by Masha Titievsky, CCH Pounder in Bethany Meuleners, and Veronica Webb in Amanda Casarez.
This year, for the first time ever, heart disease survivors will be walking alongside the celebrities. Last year, Macy’s took its commitment to women’s health to the next level by holding a nationwide employee associate casting call to identify five associates from Macy’s stores who’ve been personally impacted by heart disease. Odilia Cristabel Flores from New York City, a Senior Manager in Macy’s Social Compliance Department, and AHA Real Woman Nicole Hardyfrom Scarborough, Maine will be hitting the runway to raise awareness for a cause they know all too well.
During the month of February, Macy’s offers customers additional ways to support this worthy cause through merchandise that gives back, including this limited-edition red dress by Calvin Klein (above, $134.00).
“We are grateful to all of the celebrities and survivors walking in this year’s Go Red For Women Red Dress Collection for inspiring women world-wide to prioritize their heart health and make ‘Know Your Numbers’ actionable,” said Nancy Brown, Chief Executive Officer, American Heart Association. “The American Heart Association’s Go Red For Womenmovement is honored to be a part of New York Fashion Week with Macy’s, to shine a bright light on women’s heart disease, both on and off the runway.”Continue reading →
From Fashion And Tech To Home Goods And Stocking Stuffers, Macy’s Wide Assortment Makes Holiday Shopping A Breeze.
Plus Extra Help Is Always Available From The Gift Specialists At My Stylist@Macy’s
The holiday season is a celebration of happiness that brings loved ones together, and Macy’s has the perfect gifts to make family, friends, and all those near-and-dear feel special. Whether it’s the runway show-obsessed fashionista, the diehard athlete, the tech fanatic, or the master chef, Macy’s has an abundance of items at every price point sure to warm the hearts of those who mean the most.
“No [other] time of [the] year inspires the sentiments of love, caring and generosity quite like the holiday season,” said Kathy Hilt, Senior Vice President of My Stylist@Macy’s. “This year, we’ve truly topped ourselves with the most unique assortment of gifts for every person on your list. Plus, if you need a little help, Macy’s dedicated gift specialists at My Stylist@Macy’s make picking the perfect present easier than ever.”
The Gift of Style
Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list this holiday season at Macy’s stores and on macys.com; I.N.C. International Concepts Slippers, $39.50. (Photo: Business Wire)
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With a roster of top brands and celebrated designers, Macy’s is the ultimate destination for items to elevate that special someone’s wardrobe this holiday season. For her, handbags, shoes, jewelry and always-on-trend athleisure items will inspire pure joy. Jewel-embellished slip-ons from MICHAEL Michael Kors are chic, sporty and rendered in luxe velvet, applying the must-have fabric of the season in a unique and unexpected way. A signature Mickey Mouse wristlet in a bright hue from Coach is whimsical, practical and stylish, while a funnel neck hoodie and tights from Nike, or Calvin Klein Performance logo joggers and sweaters can take her from yoga to brunch with flair. Give her the gift of both comfort and glamour with a pair of fabulous faux fur-trimmed glitter moccasins from I.N.C. International Concepts.
Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list this holiday season at Macy’s stores and on macys.com; Kenneth Cole Reaction Wallets, $48 each. (Photo: Business Wire)
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For him, a velvet sport coat from Alfani immediately adds panache to any look. Pair the coat with bar III slim trousers and a tie for a more formal approach, or layer with jeans and loafers or boots for a look that is relaxed, yet polished and urbane. Polarized aviators from Ray-Ban are a classic, but undeniably sleek and stylish way to protect his eyes from the sun, and a zipper slim billfold wallet from Kenneth Cole Reaction is an excellent way to update a staple he uses every day.
Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list this holiday season at Macy’s stores and on macys.com: YSL mon paris parfum spray, $122
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Beauty and grooming are the finishing touches, and Macy’s has a wide array of fabulous products that are sure to delight. The Impulse Beauty artistry palette and 9-piece brush set allows her to experiment with countless looks in an awe-inspiring number of colors and shades. For him, Kiehl’s 4-piece Hydration Hits set gives the oft-coveted gift of smooth and healthy skin.Continue reading →
From October 25 to 30, for every coat purchased at Macy’s stores and macys.com, one brand new coat will be donated for those in need
Macy’s and Clothes4Souls will partner again this fall season for the annual “Buy 1 & We’ll Donate 1” campaign. From Tuesday, Oct. 25 through Sunday, Oct. 30, Macy’s will donate one new coat, up to 35,000 coats, to Clothes4Souls, for every coat purchased in the men’s, women’s, juniors’ and children’s outerwear departments at Macy’s stores and macys.com. Since the program’s start in 2013, Macy’s has donated 130,000 new coats, with retail value of more than $5.2 million.
Macy’s and Clothes4Souls kick off ‘Buy 1 & We’ll Donate 1’ coat donation program at Macy’s stores and macys.com, Oct. 25 to Oct. 30. (Photo: Business Wire)
Clothes4Souls, a division of Soles4Souls, is a not for profit global social enterprise committed to fighting poverty through the collection and distribution of clothing. The organization advances its anti-poverty mission by collecting new and used clothing from individuals, schools, faith based institutions, civic organizations and corporate partners, then distributing those clothes both via direct donations to people in need and by provisioning qualified micro-enterprise programs designed to create jobs in poor and disadvantaged communities. Based in Nashville, Tennessee, Clothes4Souls is committed to the highest standards of operating and governance. (Please visit www.clothes4souls.org for more information.)
To help customers save while giving back, Macy’s will offer 40 to 50 percent off a large selection of outerwear during the length of the campaign.
“Our program with Clothes4Souls is one that our customers and employees look forward to every fall season,” said Holly Thomas, Macy’s group vice president of Cause Marketing. “With 130,000 new coats donated to date, we’ve seen incredible impact in our local communities. It’s an honor to partner with Clothes4Souls to once again bring brand new coats to people in need, and we hope to be able to deliver another 35,000 coats this year.”
“It’s such a privilege to be working with Macy’s for the fourth year in a row,” said Buddy Teaster, Soles4Souls President and CEO. “The fact that we have been able to put 130,000 coats into the hands of people who need them most is extraordinary. A new coat can help provide much needed warmth during the harsh winter months and can bridge the economic gap for thousands across America. Macy’s and its customers understand the power they have to make a difference and we couldn’t be happier to be a partner in this work.”
Coats donated through the program average in retail price from $40 to $100 and distribution will take place in cities across America, beginning in November. To view this year’s outerwear assortment to participate in “Buy 1 & We’ll Donate 1,” visit macys.com.
QVC Strides Towards A Cure, One Stylish Step At A Time
CONTRIBUTE TO THE CURE WHILE SCORING A GREAT DEAL. For the 23rd consecutive year, leading video and ecommerce retailer QVC is set to join forces with the Fashion Footwear Association of New York (FFANY) to help conquer breast cancer with its annual QVC Presents “FFANY Shoes on Sale”broadcast event, benefiting various breast cancer research and education institutions.
The Fashion Footwear Charitable Foundation was created to support ongoing research and education programs in the fight against breast cancer and is supported by members of the Fashion Footwear Association of New York (FFANY). Donated footwear is sold on live television through QVC during the Fashion Footwear Charitable Foundation‘s annual charity benefit, QVC Presents “FFANY Shoes on Sale.”
QVC, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Liberty Interactive Corporation, is the world’s leading video and ecommerce retailer. Based in West Chester, Pa. and founded in 1986, QVC has evolved from a TV shopping company to a leading ecommerce and mobile commerce retailer. Its programming is distributed to approximately 360 million homes worldwide through operations in the U.S., Japan, Germany, United Kingdom, Italy, Franceand a joint venture in China. The company’s website, www.QVC.com, is ranked among the top general merchant Internet sites.
During the annual QVC Presents “FFANY Shoes on Sale” broadcast, scheduled to air Thursday, October 20 from 6 to 9 PM (ET), shoe aficionados will be offered a chic variety of over 180 donated shoes styles from more than 85 brands. As an added bonus, all shoes will be offered at HALF the manufacturer’s suggested retail price* with a minimum of 80 percent of the purchase price** benefiting various breast cancer research and education institutions, including beneficiaries for the 2016 event:
The Abramson Cancer Center of the University of Pennsylvania
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation
The Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
The Susan F. Smith Center for Women’s Cancers at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
The University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center’s Breast Oncology Program
The University of Pittsburgh Cancer Institute
The Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences
The Alvin J. Siteman Cancer Center at Barnes-Jewish Hospital and Washington University School of Medicine
The Margie and Robert E. Petersen Breast Cancer Research Program at the John Wayne Cancer Institute at Providence Saint John’s Health Center.
The success of this event is contingent upon the generous donations of so many brands. This year, four footwear companies have been designated as Special Pink Benefactors for contributing more than $500,000 worth of shoes each: Nine West Group, which boasts such brands as Nine West, Anne Klein, Bandolino and Easy Spirit; Caleres, offering items from Bzees, Dr. Scholl’s Shoes®, Lifestride, Rykä, Sam Edelman, Franco Sarto, Via Spiga, Fergie Footwear and Carlos By Carlos Santana; Camuto Group, whose donation includes styles from Vince Camuto, Louise Et Cie, Jessica Simpson, Bcbgmaxazria, Bcbgeneration, Ed By Ellen Degeneres and Lucky Brand; and Marc Fisher Footwear, featuring Guess, G By Guess, Indigo Rd., Ivanka Trump, Marc Fisher, Tommy Hilfiger and Tretorn.
Also lending support to QVC Presents “FFANY Shoes on Sale” is Zendaya, actress, singer, dancer, fashion icon and shoe lover, who serves as the spokesperson for the 2016 PSA campaign.
In addition to the broadcast event, shoe lovers can shop the Shoe of the Day, a special style unveiled each weekday from 7 to 9 AM (ET) on QVC during the month of October. Additional styles can be found in the online collection offered on www.QVC.com beginning October 1 and continuing throughout the month. Shoes will be available beginning in October through www.QVC.com, the QVC apps or by calling 800.345.1515, while supplies last.
The Fashion Footwear Charitable Foundationis located at 274 Madison Avenue, Suite 1701, New York, NY 10016, www.FFANY.org
*The manufacturer’s suggested retail price is based on supplier’s representation of value. No sales may have been made at this price.
**Purchase price excludes shipping, handling and tax.
Once again, Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc. is rallying shoppers to participate in the ‘Tanger PINK Movement’ this October to support National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the ongoing efforts to end breast cancer during the 23rd annual Tanger PINK Campaign.
The Tanger PINK Campaign launched October 1st at Tanger Outlets across the United States and Canada. Part of Tanger’s efforts to raise awareness and help find a cure includes offering its shoppers a stylish way to save more and help in the fight. Tanger PINK Cards offer our shoppers 25% off any item at participating stores. PINK Cards can be used once per day, per store with unlimited use through October 31, 2016. Tanger’s PINK Cards are available in two ways including a mobile card saved on your phone or a physical card to save in your wallet and can be purchased at any Tanger Outlets nationwide, or on line at www.tangeroutlet.com/pink or on the Tanger’s app.
“We are proud to join forces with our valued shoppers and retailers across the United States to raise awareness and much-needed funds for breast cancer research and prevention,” said Steven B. Tanger, President and Chief Executive Officer of Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc. “We empathize with every customer, retailer, and employee who has been affected by this disease. We are fully committed to supporting these important organizations, with the goal of finding a cure to a disease that has affected so many families.“
Other programs Tanger hosts to support their annual PINK program include center events, fitness and 5K Walk/Runs, Pump Up the PINK parties and an exciting program launched last year that randomly surprises shoppers with PINK gifts and gift cards as they shop including randomly purchasing their products at check out and more. Tanger Outlets also is giving away gift cards and PINK items socially on their sites for fans throughout the month.
Since 1994, Tanger has contributed more than $17 million to breast cancer research through the PINK Campaign, 5K races, on-site events and other breast cancer-related fundraising initiatives across the U.S. In support of the PINK Campaign, this year, Tanger Outlet Centers will also host local events and moments to rally shoppers in the fight against breast cancer.
Proceeds from the campaign will support local breast cancer organizations as well as the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF), the nation’s highest-rated breast cancer organization according to Charity Watch and Charity Navigator. Through BCRF, Tanger donations have directly supported pioneering studies in breast cancer, including research conducted by Dr. Kenneth Offit at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, Dr. Katherine Nathanson at The University of Pennsylvania, and Drs. Elizabeth Jaffee and Leisha Emens at Johns Hopkins University.
“Year after year Tanger Outlets has reaffirmed its commitment to be the end of breast cancer,” said Myra Biblowit, President of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. “In uniting with BCRF and supporting the world’s most innovative research, Tanger is helping to improve breast cancer diagnosis, prevention and treatment—transforming lives every day.”
The Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) is dedicated to being the end of breast cancer by advancing the world’s most promising research. Founded by the late Evelyn H. Lauder in 1993, BCRF-funded investigators have been deeply involved in every major breakthrough in breast cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment and survivorship. This year, BCRF has awarded $57 million in grants to support the work of more than 250 scientists at leading medical and academic institutions across 14 countries, making BCRF the largest private funder of breast cancer research worldwide. By committing 91 cents of every dollar directly to its mission, BCRF is one of the nation’s most fiscally responsible nonprofits. BCRF is the only breast cancer organization in the US to hold both an “A+” fromCharityWatch as well as the top four-star rating from Charity Navigator. Visitwww.bcrfcure.org to learn more.
Tanger Factory Outlet Centers, Inc., with more than 35 years of experience in the outlet industry attracting more than 185 million shoppers annually, is a publicly-traded REIT headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina that presently operates and owns, or has an ownership interest in, a portfolio of 43 upscale outlet shopping centers and one additional center currently under construction. Tanger’s operating properties are located in 21 states coast to coast and in Canada, totaling approximately 14.7 million square feet, leased to over 3,100 stores which are operated by more than 490 different brand name companies. (For more information on Tanger Outlet Centers, call 1-800-4TANGER or visit the Company’s website at www.tangeroutlet.com.)
Actress and Fabletics Co-Founder Kate Hudson is the Fashion Targets Breast Cancer Ambassador for Fashion Targets Breast Cancer 2016.
The Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA)is partnering with the stylish, high-quality and accessible activewear brand Fableticsfor Fashion Targets Breast Cancer (FTBC) 2016. Iconic actress, fashion tastemaker, mother of two and Fabletics co-counder Kate Hudson is serving as the FTBC ambassador for October.
As part of the partnership, Fabletics launched an FTBC-branded outfit on September 28, “National Women’s Health & Fitness Day,” which will dovetail into October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The 3-piece look will feature a tank, sports bra and capri, with proceeds benefitting Fashion Targets Breast Cancer. Fabletics also hosted an FTBC event at all its locations that day with a percentage of sales donated to FTBC. Hudson follows an impressive list of previous FTBC Ambassadors including Naomi Campbell, Christy Turlington, and Karolina Kurkova among others.
Kate Hudson Pictured in the FTBC Branded Outfit (PRNewsFoto/Fabletics)
The Fashion Targets Breast Cancer® (FTBC) name and symbol were created by Ralph Lauren and subsequently entrusted to the CFDA Foundation. In 2011, FTBC began working with The New York Community Trust to develop a focused grantmaking program covering the critical areas of breast cancer screening, treatment, and survival. It established the Fashion Targets Breast Cancer Fund, which is guided by an advisory committee of fashion industry representatives, experts in the content area, and Trust staff, to make grants to New York City organizations that assist women with breast cancer. Specifically, grants from the FTBC Fund help low-income, minority, and immigrant women, with screening, treatment, and support services to help them cope with their cancer.
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Fabletics is a high-performance lifestyle brand co-founded by Kate Hudson in 2013. Established to offer high-quality activewear at an accessible price, Fabletics was designed with the modern woman’s busy lifestyle in mind; every piece is intended to fit seamlessly into every moment of her day—from desk to dinner and workout to weekend. The brand offers a full selection of apparel and accessories to over one million VIP members across eight countries via its eCommerce website www.fabletics.com and thirteen U.S.-based retail stores.
Hudson has a passion for motivating and supporting women to lead healthy and active lives, and being the face of FTBC allows her to further her passion. “I feel so honored to be an ambassador for Fashion Targets Breast Cancer. As a longtime supporter of the cause, I believe being given the opportunity to lend your voice and creativity to empower, support and spread awareness is a beautiful thing,” she said.
The Council of Fashion Designers of America, Inc, (CFDA) is a not-for-profit trade association founded in 1962 with a membership of over 500 of America’s foremost womenswear, menswear, jewelry, and accessory designers. In addition to hosting the annual CFDA Fashion Awards, the organization owns the Fashion Calendar and stages New York Fashion Week: Men’s. It also offers programs which support professional development and scholarships, including the CFDA {Fashion Incubator}, the CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund, the Geoffrey Beene Design Scholarship, the Liz Claiborne Design Scholarship Award, the Kenneth Cole Footwear + Accessory Innovation Award, and the CFDA/Teen Vogue Scholarship. Member support is provided through the Strategic Partnerships Group, a group of high-profile companies offering designers strategic opportunities. The CFDA Foundation, Inc. is a separate, not-for-profit organized to mobilize the membership to raise funds for charitable causes. Through the Foundation, the CFDA manages the worldwide Fashion Targets Breast Cancer initiative and raises funds for HIV/AIDS organizations, among others programs.
“We couldn’t be more excited to have Kate join the history and legacy of Fashion Targets Breast Cancer. It’s a meaningful cause to the CFDA and one that we work year-round to help fundraise for. With Fabletics‘ focus on health and fitness, Kate is a perfect Ambassador to the cause and understands the importance of how fashion can support philanthropic endeavors,” said CFDA President and CEO Steven Kolb.
Breast canceris the most prevalent cancer among women and the second-most common cancer in the world today, accounting for one in ten of all new cancers diagnosed worldwide, and nearly one in four female cancer cases. With these statistics in mind, The Peninsula Hotels decided to harness its resources and create the Peninsula In Pink Charitable Initiative.
The creative theming of the annual Peninsula in Pink campaign is designed to raise awareness and funds for breast cancer charities in each hotels’ local communities. Launched in 2010, Peninsula in Pink is an annual event at all The Peninsula hotels in Asia, North America and Europe. Each hotel shows its support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October by creating pink-inspired afternoon teas, cocktails, dining and spa promotions and special events, with proceeds donated to a local breast cancer organization.
The Peninsula Hotels inspires guests to once again appreciate all things pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October. The annual Peninsula in Pink campaign, now in its sixth year, champions the fight against breast cancer by raising awareness and funds for local charities that are leading the fight against breast cancer and providing much-needed care for patients. For the second year, The Art of Pink theme sees the hotels partnering with artists who share, through specially commissioned work, their point of view on the fight against breast cancer. This year, The company is proud to bring their collaboration with China’s most celebrated avant-garde photographer and multimedia artist, Chen Man, to a worldwide audience.
China’s most celebrated avant-garde photographer and multimedia artist, Chen Man, the featured 2016 artist for The Peninsula Hotels’ annual Peninsula in Pink campaign.
On this occasion, the artist is presenting “Nao Nao” (挠挠), an exclusively commissioned series of art pieces that will be installed at ten Peninsula destinations around the world. Both exciting and intimate, the collection draws the sensual photographs that have cemented Chen Man’s style and success, [and] re-conceptualized with a subtle feminine theme in reference to the Peninsula In Pink Breast Cancer Initiative. The artist’s lauded photographs are brought together for the first time on such a grand, international scale, and offer a unique opportunity for guests and visitors at each hotel to personally interact with the art in a novel way.
Artwork Series “Nao Nao” by Chen Man
Artwork Series “Nao Nao” by Chen Man
The Peninsula Hotels’ 2016 collaboration with Chen Man builds on the 2015 Peninsula in Pink campaign at The Peninsula Shanghai, where the artist presented the Touch Me… Take Care of Mevideo and documentary photography installation, which featured an interactive time-lapse photo shoot.
Each photograph will be covered by two pink dots – symbols of breasts and the colon, punctuation that precedes a conversation. In a nod to The Peninsula Hotels’ focus on China this year, visitors will use traditional “Nao Nao” bamboo sticks to gently scrape the dots and slowly unveil the image behind.
Artwork Series “Nao Nao” by Chen Man
Artwork Series “Nao Nao” by Chen Man
Chen Man’s inspiration for this installation stems from the Beijing of her childhood, where feelings and emotions were not shared publicly, and the selfless act of scratching a loved one’s back could best convey feelings of sympathy and understanding. Continue reading →
Gap Has Raised $10M For The Global Fund Since 2006; Launches Special Product Collection To Mark (RED)’s 10th Anniversary
Gap is proud to commemorate (RED)‘s 10th anniversary and its role as the founding apparel partner of the AIDS organization founded by Bono and Bobby Shriver (to engage businesses and people in the fight against AIDS. (RED) partners with the world’s most iconic brands that contribute up to 50% of profits from (RED)-branded goods and services to the Global Fund), Gap has contributed $10 million dollars to the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria and has encouraged customers to support the fight through its (RED) partnership product collections that have heightened awareness of the AIDS pandemic and the opportunity to end it by 2030.
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To mark the anniversary, Gap is releasing a special collection of favorites for the entire family. The iconic (Gap)RED logo design, featuring inspiring text such as SUPER POWE(RED), INC(RED)IBLE and FI(RED) UP, will be offered in tees, sweatshirts and tanks for men, women and kids and in onesies for baby ($24.95-$54.95). Outerwear and denim will also be offered for men and women, including a classic bomber and straight selvedge jeans for men and a denim jacket, jeans and sleeveless puffer vest for women ($79.95-$108). The collection will be available at select Gap stores around the world and on www.gap.com beginning July 26.
“It is an honor for Gap to celebrate (RED)’s 10th anniversary. We’re proud of Gap’s role in helping (RED) launch 10 years ago,” said Jeff Kirwan, Global President, Gap. “(GAP)RED takes what we do best – creating great products that people love – and provides customers an opportunity to take part in positive change. We’re pleased that our (GAP)RED collections spark meaningful conversations that inspire people to join the movement to end AIDS.“
Selected styles from Gap’s new (RED) collection available for the entire family. (PRNewsFoto/Gap)
Deborah Dugan, CEO, (RED) said: “This year is an important anniversary year for (RED) which has generated a total of $350 million so far and impacted the lives of 70 million people. With our wonderful (RED) partners like Gap, we’re doubling down on our efforts to fight this preventable, treatable disease. We’re honored to see Gap once again bringing great (RED) apparel items to their stores around the world, making it easy for everyone, everywhere, to join the fight.”
Mark Dybul, Executive Director, the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, said: “The $10 million generated by Gap through their (RED) partnership underlines the importance of the private sector to ending the AIDS epidemic. Their contribution has enabled the Global Fund to improve the lives of many affected by HIV.”
To amplify the collection’s important message, Gap will release a series of videos that demonstrate the partnership’s impact on the fight against AIDS. This storytelling will engage audiences across Gap’s digital channels and social platforms and customers are encouraged to join the conversation by tagging social content with the hashtag #endAIDS.
(RED) Proud Partners include: Apple, Bank of America, Beats by Dr. Dre, Belvedere, Claro, The Coca-Cola Company, GAP, MCM, NetJets, Salesforce, SAP, Starbucks, Telcel.
(RED) Special Edition partners include: aden+anais, Alessi, ALEX AND ANI, Billecart-Salmon, Ergo Depot, Fresh, Fatboy USA, Fresh, Girl Skateboards, HEAD, Le Creuset, Live Nation Entertainment, Moleskine, Mophie, NetJets, Piaggio, Uber, and Wolfnoir.
To date, (RED) has generated $350 million for the Global Fund to fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, to support HIV/AIDS grants in Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Rwanda, South Africa, Swaziland, Tanzania and Zambia. 100 percent of that money goes to work on the ground – no overhead is taken. Global Fund grants that (RED) supports have impacted more than 70 million people with prevention, treatment, counseling, HIV testing and care services. (RED) is a division of The ONE Campaign. Learn more at www.red.org
$330,000 In Grant Awards Focus On The Aids Epidemic In The Southern United States
“Join us in speaking out, taking action, and contributing to our efforts to achieve a world without AIDS.” – The Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF)
The Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF) announced a second year of grant awards made in partnership with The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF). With the support of $100,000 in funding from The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation, EJAF has awarded $330,000 in grants to five organizations addressing the AIDS epidemic in the Southern part of the United States. EJAF is excited about the continued impact this partnership will have in advancing the fight against HIV/AIDS in the Southern United States where it is needed most.
Elton John AIDS Foundation logo (PRNewsFoto/Elton John AIDS Foundation)
At the Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF) they believe that AIDS can be beaten. They act on that belief by raising funds for evidence-based programs and policies, and also by speaking out with honesty and compassion about the realities of people’s lives. Elton John created EJAF over twenty years ago, first in the United States in 1992 and then in the United Kingdom in 1993. Through hard work and with the help of a wide range of kind and generous friends and supporters—and the annual Elton John Oscar Night Viewing party held in Los Angeles, the two foundations together have raised more than $349 million over the past two decades to combat stigma, prevent infections, provide treatment and services, and motivate governments to end AIDS. The U.S. foundation focuses its efforts on programs in the United States, the Americas, and the Caribbean, while the U.K. foundation funds HIV-related work in Europe,Asia, and Africa.
The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF) logo
“Poor access to HIV testing and good healthcare, as well as pervasive inequality for people most vulnerable to the disease, continue to make the U.S. South an epicenter of today’s AIDS crisis,” said EJAF Chairman David Furnish. “This is particularly true for LGBTQ individuals and Black Americans living in the Southern states. A recent CDC report has projected that, if HIV infection rates remain unchanged, half of all Black gay men will test positive for HIV at some point in their lifetime, as well as one in four Latino gay men, and one in eleven white gay men. By making these grants, both Foundations commit to relentless advocacy and investment until we see meaningful and lasting change in the course of this epidemic.”
The projects being supported include:
– A Birmingham, Alabama center providing a safe, supportive, and affirming space for LGBTQ youth;
– A Georgia-based advocacy center focused on the impact of HIV/AIDS on young black gay men;
– A Jacksonville, Florida organization providing young LGBT people with access to pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP);
– A Memphis, Tennessee program supporting the needs of Black gay families; and
– An Atlanta-based community organization engaging transgender people of color, the larger LGBTQ community, and supportive allies to advocate for the end of policies that criminalize HIV/AIDS.
Elizabeth Taylor established The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation (ETAF) in 1991 to support organizations delivering direct care and services to people living with HIV and AIDS, often to the most marginalized populations. Today, ETAF also provides funding for HIV prevention education and advocacy programs throughout the world, including existing organizations creating new and innovative techniques that help spread awareness of HIV prevention and treatment to targeted communities. To date ETAF has granted $17 million to more than 675 organizations in 44 countries and 42 states in the U.S.
The path that Elizabeth Taylor paved continues through the work of ETAF. She arranged for ETAF to go on in perpetuity with the operating costs paid for by her Trust. Therefore, 100% of every dollar donated goes directly to helping people affected by HIV/AIDS. To advance the founders’ vision of helping the most marginalized people within the AIDS community, Ms. Taylor’s friends and family are working together as ETAF Ambassadors to help keep the issue of HIV/AIDS top-of-mind for the public.(To learn more or to make a donation, please visitwww.elizabethtayloraidsfoundation.org.)
“Far too many people are denied equal rights and equal access to health care in this country, especially in the Southern U.S. This partnership helps to address the serious inequities that exist in the provision of education, diagnosis, and treatment for the people most vulnerable to HIV/AIDS,” said ETAF Managing Director Joel Goldman. “At The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation, we are thrilled to join the Elton John AIDS Foundation to help right this imbalance and address the needs of the hardest-hit areas and populations in the U.S. South.”
“In the 1980s when the AIDS epidemic began, Elizabeth Taylor was the brightest star in Hollywood, one of the greatest celebrities in the world,” said EJAF Founder Sir Elton John. “But she was also willing to get her hands dirty. She stood up for gay people when few others would, and she got right into the nitty-gritty of AIDS policy and fought for the cause, without a moment’s hesitation or thought for her own reputation. Elizabeth was my dear friend, and she remains one of my heroes. I am extremely proud of EJAF’s partnership with The Elizabeth Taylor AIDS Foundation to help carry her great legacy forward.“
For more information, please visit www.ejaf.org. American Airlines is the official airline of the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
Entertainment, Media And Fashion Celebrities Raise Awareness Of Heart Disease And Stroke In Women At Go Red For Women Red Dress Collection 2016 Fashion Show Presented By Macy’s
Celebrities on the runway to include: Florence Henderson, Debbie Gibson, Candace Cameron Bure, Kit Hoover, Madison Beer, Monica, Skylar Diggins, Ta’Rhonda Jones and Vanna White
The American Heart Association announced today that the Go Red For Women Red Dress Collection 2016 presented by Macy’s will return to New York Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2016 Shows at Skylight at Moynihan Station on Thursday, February 11, 2016. The fashion show begins at 8 p.m. ET and is slated to feature more than 20 celebrities in couture gowns by top fashion designers.
American Heart Association Go Red For Women logo (PRNewsFoto/American Heart Association)
The Red Dress Collection was founded in February 2003 and is a fashion show now produced by the American Heart Association‘s Go Red For Women movement and features couture red dresses from the industry’s elite designers worn by top celebrities in entertainment, media, and fashion. The fashion show aims to drive significant awareness and action — in an expected place like New York Fashion Week — for one of the greatest health threats facing women today: heart disease. The Go Red For Women Red Dress Collection is presented by Macy’s, the movement’s national sponsor.
Red Dress Collection 2015 Models
In an effort to amplify the message of heart health nationwide, the runway show will be preceded by a Livestream pre-show that will feature live interviews with celebrities and designers from the red carpet, take viewers at home behind-the-scenes, and even offer some tips for staying heart healthy, too. The Livestream will air onwww.GoRedForWomen.org as well as www.Macys.com.
The American Heart Association is devoted to saving people from heart disease and stroke — the two leading causes of death in the world. The organization team with millions of volunteers to fund innovative research, fight for stronger public health policies, and provide lifesaving tools and information to prevent and treat these diseases. The Dallas-based association is the nation’s oldest and largest voluntary organization dedicated to fighting heart disease and stroke. (To learn more or to get involved, call \1-800-AHA-USA1 FREE, visit heart.org or call any of their offices around the country. Follow on Facebook and Twitter.)
Walking in this year’s Go Red For Women’s Red Dress Collection presented by Macy’s are: Candace Cameron Bure (Full House, Fuller House), Debbie Gibson (musician/producer), Florence Henderson (The Brady Bunch), Fran Drescher (The Nanny, Happily Divorced), Gail Simmons (Top Chef); Gigi Gorgeous (model/social media personality), Kit Hoover (co-host of Access Hollywood Live); Lele Pons (social media personality), Madison Beer (musician), Marilu Henner (actress), Monica (singer), Olivia Culpo (Miss USA 2012), Skylar Diggins (WNBA basketball player), Soleil Moon Frye (blogger/Punky Brewster), Ta’Rhonda Jones (Empire), Tamron Hall (NBC’s TODAY & MSNBC’s NewsNation), and Vanna White (Wheel of Fortune).Continue reading →
Plácido Domingo, Renée Fleming, Midori, Cat Cora, Zandra Rhodes, Sarah Chang, Jean-Yves Thibaudet, Nina Kotova and Marc Bouwer to Headline a Series Of Events From March 20, 2016 Through April 24, 2016
The Palm Springs Life Festival (www.palmspringslifefestival.com) today announced the launch of the first season of the premier cultural arts and lifestyle event in the Coachella Valley to be presented by Palm Springs Life magazine and IMG Artists and produced by Barrett Wissman, the Chairman of IMG Artists. The inaugural festival will feature a stellar lineup of some of today’s top artists, fashion designers and culinary superstars. Some of the stars to appear include opera legends Plácido Domingo and Renée Fleming, violinists Midori and Sarah Chang, cellist Nina Kotova, pianist Jean Yves Thibaudet, guitarist Angel Romero, fashion designers Zandra Rhodes, Michael Costello and Marc Bouwer, and chefs Cat Cora, Gail Gand, and The Hearty Boys.
Last spring, the festival was launched in a one-day event at the Sunnylands Center and Gardens in Rancho Mirage. Performers and curators included producer Quincy Jones, opera star Renée Fleming, Ballet dancer David Hallberg, and conductor Philippe Jordan. Due to the event’s success, executive producers Barrett Wissman and IMG Artists decided to partner with Palm Springs Life to present the first full season of the Festival in 2016.
This year will bring together the Festival’s arts programming alongside two desert standouts, the Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival (www.palmdesertfoodandwine.com) and Fashion Week El Paseo (www.fashionweekelpaseo.com), giving the Coachella Valley an unprecedented array of talent across multiple disciplines.
“I think it’s a real opportunity for Southern California to have an independent festival that can bring many art forms together from music, to fashion, to the culinary world. To have a first season that includes luminaries such as Plácido Domingo, Cat Cora, Renée Fleming, and Zandra Rhodes is inspiring,” said Wissman, Executive Producer of the Palm Springs Life Festival and Chairman of IMG Artists.
The Festival will open with a gala concert at The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Resort and Spa, featuring Plácido Domingo, Renée Fleming and the LA Opera Orchestra and will continue with an array of music, food and wine and fashion events over the following four weeks. Concerts and events will take place at multiple venues in the greater Palm Springs area including the new Rancho Mirage Amphitheater,The Helene Galen Auditorium at The Annenberg Center for Health Sciences at Eisenhower and the Gardens on El Paseo. The Festival will be capped off on April 23 and 24 with a signature event “In Vino Veritas” at The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage. The event will feature the greatest Italian wines, winemakers and chefs of today and will be presented in partnership with and curated by Gambero Rosso, the leading Italian guide to the best wines and restaurants of Italy (www.gamberorosso.it).
Said Maestro Plácido Domingo: “I am very much looking forward to coming to Palm Springs with the LA Opera Orchestra. The surroundings are absolutely spectacular and I can’t wait to perform for the audience there.“
The sixth annual Palm Desert Food & Wine Festival™Presented by Agua Caliente Casino Resort and Spa takes place April 8-10, 2016 in Palm Desert, CA. Organized by Palm Springs Life, this festival features the brightest and most inspired chefs from across the country for three extraordinary days of culinary and wine tastings in the heart of the famed El Paseo shopping district. The event features a standout roster of celebrity chefs demonstrations and showcases the Coachella Valley as the ultimate culinary destination. In previous years, the event has featured well-known chefs such as Roy Choi, Cat Cora, Gale Gand, Ari Taymore and Brian Malarkay. The 2016 line-up will be announced shortly.
The festival begins Friday, April 8 with the four-course James Beard Gourmet Four-Course luncheon, expertly prepared by celebrity chefs and served in an elegantly-appointed tent. The luncheon is followed by two days of Grand Tastings, featuring delectable morsels from more than 40 restaurants, created by renowned chefs from all across California. More than 60 premium wines and champagnes will be offered as well, and participants will be able to interact with the vintners and chefs to discuss in detail about the offerings.
Festival Partners and Sponsors include The Saxony Group, Agua Caliente Casino Resort and Spa, City of Palm Desert, City of Rancho Mirage, Indigo Auto Group Desert European Motorcars, Donna MacMillan/El Paseo, El Paseo Jewelers, The Gardens on El Paseo/El Paseo Village, John and Victoria Hill, Just Blow Drys, Lexus, Living Herbs, My Little Flower Shop, Performing Arts Live, Raymond James, Rigler-Deutch Foundation, Rum Chata, Tequila Alderete, The Island Hotel, The Resort at Pelican Hill, The Ritz-Carlton, Rancho Mirage Trio, VOSS, Whole Foods, Wink Lash & Beauty Bar, and Chef Works.
Plácido Domingo and Renée Fleming Performing With the LA Opera Orchestra
March 20 @ 8:30 pm – 10:00 pm
The Show at Agua Caliente Casino Resort and Spa, 32-250 Bob Hope Drive, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 United States
Plácido Domingo will conduct Renée Fleming as she performs many of opera’s greatest arias and duets, in association with the LA Opera Orchestra. As a special treat, Maestro Domingo will perform selected duets with Ms. Fleming, offering an unforgettable concert at this one-night-only performance. Generously underwritten by: Rigler-Deutsch Foundation and James Rigler Tickets: Orchestra: $400 Box: (seats 12-14): $250 Loge: $175 Mezzanine: $100 Balcony: $65
Midori in Concert
March 25 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
The Helene Galen Auditorium at The Annenberg Center for Health Sciences at Eisenhower, 39000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 United States. Tickets: $45-$60
Internationally acclaimed solo violinist Midori will showcase her stunning talent at The Helene Galen Auditorium at The Annenberg Center for Health Sciences at Eisenhower. Midori has played in venues around the world and has received numerous honors for excellence. She has commissioned new works from an impressive array of some of the most talented of today’s composers, which demonstrates her enthusiasm for playing and supporting the music of our time. Midori will be performing a solo recital exclusively featuring the works of Johann Sebastian Bach.
Sarah Chang with the Salastina Society Orchestra
March 26 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Rancho Mirage Amphitheater, 71560 San Jacinto Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 United States
Sarah Chang is one of the outstanding violinists of her generation. She has performed internationally with renowned orchestras, conductors and accompanists in a career spanning more than two decades. She was the youngest person ever to receive the Hollywood Bowl’s Hall of Fame award and was named Young Global Leader for 2008 by the World Economic Forum (WEF), and the US Embassy’s Artistic Ambassador from 2011 Ms. Chang will be performing Astor Piazzolla’s Four Seasons of Buenos Aires, Piazzolla’s exciting iconic work for violin and orchestra that pays homage to Vivaldi’s Four Seasons while infusing it with his own tango compositional style and rhythms.
Tickets: $65 – Reserved seating; $50 general admission
Jean-Yves Thibaudet and Nina Kotova
March 31 @ 7:00 am – 9:00 pm
Rancho Mirage Amphitheater, 71560 San Jacinto Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 United States
Internationally acclaimed pianist Jean Yves Thibaudet and cellist Nina Kotova will come together for a spectacular duo recital featuring some of the greatest works written for both instruments. Hailed as “one of the best pianists in the world,” Jean-Yves Thibaudet continues to captivate audiences around the world with his thrilling performances, profound artistry, poetic musicality and dazzling technical prowess. Thibaudet has recently been elected to the Hollywood Bowl Hall Of Fame. Russian-born cellist Nina Kotova has been hailed “passionate and inspiring”. According to Newsweek magazine, “she‘s a fantastically gifted cellist…..Very expressive, imaginative, and she has a powerful stage presence.” Ms. Kotova has toured the globe with orchestra and in recital and has collaborated as well across genres with artists such as Sting, Bobby McFerrin, Jeremy Irons and John Malkovich. Tickets: $50 – $65
Angel Romero, Classical Guitarist
April 1 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Rancho Mirage Amphitheater, 71560 San Jacinto Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA 92270 United States
Angel Romero, Classical Guitarist
Hailed for his superior artistry as an iconic master of the classical guitar, ANGEL ROMERO has an eminence in the music world as soloist and conductor that is heralded by audiences and critics alike. One of the most sought-after musicians on the concert stage, Angel Romero has appeared in the world’s major cultural centers. In February 2000 he was presented with the Grand Cross of Isabel la Católica, Spain’s highest national honor, and was knighted Sir Angel Romero in recognition of his astounding musical accomplishments. Maestro Romero will be performing a recital of solo works for guitar that feature works of his native Spain. Tickets: $50 – $65 Continue reading →
The Specialty Food Foundation has awarded grants to 23 organizations working to break the cycle of hunger across the U.S. In all, the Foundation is granting $400,000 to 23 innovative organizations in 14 states.
This is the second round of grants made by the Foundation, which was established in 2014 by the orgaqnization. The initial grants, made last year, totaled $250,000 and were awarded to 14 recipients.
Specialty Food Foundation logo (PRNewsFoto/Specialty Food Association)
The Specialty Food Foundationworks to reduce hunger and increase food recovery efforts through grant making, education and industry events and is an outgrowth of the social entrepreneurship and extensive efforts in the areas of anti-hunger put forth by many members of the Specialty Food Association. The Specialty Food Association is a thriving community of food artisans, importers and entrepreneurs. Established in 1952 in New York, the not-for-profit trade association provides its 3,000 members in the U.S. and abroad the tools, knowledge and connections to champion and nurture their companies in an always-evolving marketplace. The Association owns and produces the Winter and Summer Fancy Food Shows, and presents the sofi(TM) Awards honoring excellence in specialty food.
Five of this year’s recipients are receiving grants for the second time to continue their work. Among the new recipients are America’s Grow-a-Row, which grows and gleans fresh produce to donate to “food deserts” in New Jersey, and Food Recovery Network, which through 160 chapters unites students on college campuses to recover surplus food and donate it to hunger-fighting non-profits.
The First Ever (SHOPATHON)RED Launches On ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! On World AIDS Day, December 1
Enter To Win Once-In-A-Lifetime Experiences Through Omaze With Bono, Snoop Dogg, Game Of Thrones, The Weeknd, Kim Kardashian, Meryl Streep & Shaquille O’neal, Among Many Others
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation Double Impact By Matching Every Dollar Raised Up To $20 Million
Tomorrow, on December 1 – World AIDS Day and Giving Tuesday – the first ever (SHOPATHON)(RED) to fight AIDS officially kicks off. A (RED) shopping extravaganza featuring the likes of Bono, Scarlett Johansson, Snoop Dogg, The Weeknd, Meryl Streep and co-produced by VICE Media, (SHOPATHON)(RED) will live on-air and online through the holidays, selling iconic (RED) products, limited edition pieces, and the chance for fans to win once-in-a-lifetime experiences with celebrities in partnership with the online giving platform, Omaze. Raising money for the Global Fund to fight AIDS, every dollar will be matched by The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, up to $20 million, meaning there have never been more reasons to SHOP (RED) and SAVE LIVES.
“The progress we have made in the fight against AIDS is immense, but so is the jeopardy if we grow complacent and think we’ve conquered this vicious little virus… Because we haven’t! We have to keep pushing until everyone who needs treatment can get it and until we can prevent the millions of unnecessary new infections we are still seeing every year,” said Bono, co-founder of (RED) and ONE. “Justice often calls for the power of strange bedfellows, which is why (SHOPATHON)(RED )is where you’ll see everyone from Bill Gates to Snoop Dogg, VICE and Game of Thrones campaigning to get closer to finishing AIDS once and for all.“
Enter to win once-in-a-lifetime celebrity experiences on Omaze.com/RED (PRNewsFoto/(RED))
Jimmy Kimmel Hosts Star-Studded Shopping Special On December 1, World AIDS Day
On December 1, ABC’s Jimmy Kimmel Live! will kick off (SHOPATHON)(RED ) with a tongue-in-cheek take on the world of home shopping. Joined by Olivia Wilde, the show will feature (RED) products and guest stars launching once-in-a-lifetime experiences to help the fight to end AIDS. Appearances include Bono, Matt Damon, a live performance by The Killers and special segments with Tom Brady and Shaquille O’Neal, among other surprises. Jimmy Kimmel Live! airs weeknights at 11:35|10:35 CT on ABC.
“We’re doing a very special show on December 1 with many stars in support of (RED) to raise money to fight AIDS on World AIDS Day. It will be a great show for an important issue,” said Jimmy Kimmel.
Sell-ebrity sells on www.Omaze.com/RED; $10 can get you the experience of a lifetime.
Want to visit the Game of Thrones set, or hit the saddle for a bike ride with Bono? These are just some of the once-in-a-lifetime experiences that can be won on Omaze, the online giving platform. Other experiences include:
— Going on a wellness retreat with Snoop Dogg in Colorado
— A ‘K’ONTOUR’ makeover with Kim Kardashian and her glam squad
— Having your portrait painted by James Franco
— Jimmy Kimmel giving your kid ‘the talk’!
— Getting a passing lesson from Tom Brady
— Walking the red carpet with Meryl Streep
— Getting snapped with Shaquille O’Neal for your 2016 holiday card
— Hanging backstage with The Weeknd
— Going to a UT game with Matthew McConaughey
— Announcing the No.1 track with Ryan Seacrest on the American Top 40
— Assisting Steph Curry with his pre-game tunnel shot!
These stars, and many others, are offering once-in-a-lifetime experiences in support of World AIDS Day. For as little as $10, fans can enter now for their chance to win on www.Omaze.com/RED, with proceeds going to fight AIDS with (RED). Entries close on January 21, 2016.
Gilt Free Shopping For The Holidays; Stylish ‘Gifts That Give Back’
(RED) has teamed up with Gilt, the innovative online shopping destination, to be the official e-commerce partner for the campaign. From December 1st thru 16th, www.Gilt.com will offer more than 100 stylish (RED) and limited edition products that ‘give back’ with every purchase, raising money to fight AIDS. Gilt will offer something for everyone’s holiday list, featuring products from brands including Alessi, Alex and Ani, Warby Parker, Jennifer Meyer, Converse, Le Creuset, Fatboy, Fresh, Jonathan Adler, Moleskine, Mophie and more.
The store will also offer special limited edition items including a ‘Love Me’ canvas tote bag by artist Curtis Kulig, a printed motif t-shirt designed by EJ Johnson and a very special (RED) flower bouquet from Farmgirl Flowers. To shop this exclusive sale, visit www.gilt.com/RED.
(RED)’s founding apparel partner, Gap, is announcing a $1 million commitment to the fight to end AIDS and is debuting a range of new (RED) styles that will support this promise. Gap denim jackets and t-shirts for men, women and children and a onesie for baby will all be available on www.Gilt.com/RED, and will also be available in the U.S. on www.Gap.com, and at the 680 5th Avenue (at 54th Street) New York City store.Continue reading →
United Colors Of Benetton Celebrates International Day For The Elimination Of Violence Against Women With A Brand New Campaign Focusing On Equal Opportunities And Non-Discrimination
And Featuring A Limited Edition Orange Dress, Whose Proceeds Will Be Entirely Donated To UN Women
“One woman for all. All women for one.” This is the message of the new United Colors of Benetton campaign, launched November 25th, on the occasion of the UN International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. It is an important statement that fits with the Italian brand’s new sustainability strategy, focused on the empowerment of women worldwide.
Photo Credits: Executive Creative Director & Concept: Erik Ravelo. Photographer: Shek Po Kwan. Post-production & composition: Erik Ravelo. Art Director: Karen Oetling. Photography assistant: Federica Sasso, Federica Simoni. Lighting: Marco Pavan. Producer: Chiara Codognotto Capuzzo. Producer assistant: Venus Chung Wai Yee. Hair Stylist: Astor Hoxha. Make up artist: Arianna Campa . Stylist: Lorenzo Posocco. Stylist assistant: Giuseppe Sileo
The campaign shows three young women, each ready to perform a wide range of occupations – from doctor to artist, from student to athlete, from soldier to mother– that all women should be able to pursue and master during their lifetimes, according to the principle of equal opportunities for all women and men in the world.
A woman wearing an orange dress stands out at the center of each campaign image – a call both for unity in the fight for gender equality and a reference to Orange the World, a 16-days campaign by the United Nations – starting November 25th – that will act as a call to action against gender-based violence.
Photo Credits: Executive Creative Director & Concept: Erik Ravelo. Photographer: Shek Po Kwan. Post-production & composition: Erik Ravelo. Art Director: Karen Oetling. Photography assistant: Federica Sasso, Federica Simoni. Lighting: Marco Pavan. Producer: Chiara Codognotto Capuzzo. Producer assistant: Venus Chung Wai Yee. Hair Stylist: Astor Hoxha. Make up artist: Arianna Campa . Stylist: Lorenzo Posocco. Stylist assistant: Giuseppe Sileo
THIS CAMPAIGN IS NOT JUST KIND. IT IS NECESSARY. Today one in three women experience some form of physical or sexual violence, often perpetrated by their intimate partners. Some 700 million women were married when they were under 18, almost one third of them before turning 15. Just over 130 million girls and women have experienced some form of genital mutilation.
Photo Credits: Executive Creative Director & Concept: Erik Ravelo. Photographer: Shek Po Kwan. Post-production & composition: Erik Ravelo. Art Director: Karen Oetling. Photography assistant: Federica Sasso, Federica Simoni. Lighting: Marco Pavan. Producer: Chiara Codognotto Capuzzo. Producer assistant: Venus Chung Wai Yee. Hair Stylist: Astor Hoxha. Make up artist: Arianna Campa . Stylist: Lorenzo Posocco. Stylist assistant: Giuseppe Sileo
THESE ARE NOT JUST HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS. They are the most visible outcomes of a silent form of gender discrimination that interferes with the progress of our societies: in fact, violence against women makes it more difficult to eradicate poverty, combat the spread of HIV/AIDS and attain peace and security. Non-discrimination is, therefore, a key goal on the way to end gender-based violence.
The orange dress featured in the campaign, a garment that is also part of A Collection Of Us by Benetton, will be on sale only on www.benetton.com, starting November 25th. The proceeds will be entirely donated to UN Women, the UN agency for gender equality and women empowerment and a partner of United Colors of Benetton, which in 2014 already developed a powerful campaign to raise awareness about gender-based violence.
Photo Credits: Executive Creative Director & Concept: Erik Ravelo. Photographer: Shek Po Kwan. Post-production & composition: Erik Ravelo. Art Director: Karen Oetling. Photography assistant: Federica Sasso, Federica Simoni. Lighting: Marco Pavan. Producer: Chiara Codognotto Capuzzo. Producer assistant: Venus Chung Wai Yee. Hair Stylist: Astor Hoxha. Make up artist: Arianna Campa . Stylist: Lorenzo Posocco. Stylist assistant: Giuseppe Sileo
This year, Benetton Group decided to reinforce its commitment to improve women’s lives by starting its own Women Empowerment Program. This is a long-term sustainability program aimed at supporting the empowerment of women worldwide by funding initiatives that can help them attain the five priorities identified by the UN’s recently launched Sustainable Development Goals: sustainable livelihood, non-discrimination and equal opportunities, quality education, healthcare and the end to all forms of violence.
The Women Empowerment Program is implemented by UNHATE Foundation, Benetton’s foundation that fights all forms of hate and discrimination – especially among the youngest generations – through art projects aimed at generating positive social change.
The 2015 Orange Days campaign was created by Erik Ravelo, Director of Social Campaigns at Fabrica, Benetton’s communications and design research center.
The RONROBINSONflagship boutique will host a celebrity-driven fundraiser to help support mothers2mothers in their efforts to provide mothers living with HIV in sub-Saharan Africa essential health education and peer support to help them protect their babies from HIV infection and stay healthy
Interior shot of the RONROBINSON Flagship Boutique in Santa Monica CA
In 1978, RONROBINSON, Inc. opened its doors at Fred Segal on Melrose Avenue. With the store’s reputation for a curated selection of high-quality merchandise and outstanding service, RONROBINSON captured a quintessentially California aesthetic and quickly became a Los Angeles retail icon and destination for musicians, artists, designers and celebrities. In November of 2014, the company opened a 5,500 square foot, free-standing and open concept storefront in Santa Monica. The self-titled store, features a unique shopping experience, with the same expertly selected collections of home design, men, women’s and kids apparel, books, jewelry, accessories and beauty products. RONROBINSON continues to reinvent the concept of a retail environment and regularly host diverse collaborations with Southern California based artists, musicians, and designers.
St Paul Client Home (mothers2mothers in lesotho): m2m trains, employs, and empowers women living with HIV as Mentor Mothers to work alongside doctors and nurses at understaffed health centers, educating and supporting other women.
The RONROBINSON Flagship Boutique (in Santa Monica, CA) will allow customers a special opportunity to do some holiday shopping for loved ones, while also helping to save the lives of HIV-positive mothers and their babies in sub-Saharan Africa. On Tuesday, December 1, 2015, the world will celebrate #GivingTuesday and World AIDS Day, showing support by giving back to help pregnant women and new mothers struggling with HIV. 20% of all proceeds made at the RONROBINSON store and online that day will be donated to benefit mothers2mothers’ (m2m)efforts in eliminating pediatric AIDS.
RONROBINSON, located at 1327 Fifth Street in Santa Monica, California, will be hosting multiple designers and brand ambassadors showcasing their products, including Apothia LA, Calvin Rucker, Cotton Citizen, Gladys Tamez Millinery, Lilah Beauty, Lysa Nalin Scarves, Modern Queen Kids, Nixon Watches, Peppina Jewelry, Retrouve Skincare, Say the Sun, Shaffer LA, and Zemi Speakers. The event will also feature a book signing by fashion icon and supermodel Cindy Crawford for her new book Becoming, as well as Academy Award-winning producer Brian Grazer for his new book A Curious Mind: The Secret to a Bigger Life.
As an added incentive, BabyCenter, the #1 pregnancy and parenting digital resource, will match all donations to m2m from December 1 through December 15, up to $50,000, including money raised by RONROBINSON.
Although significant progress has been made over the last decade towards eliminating pediatric AIDs, each day 600 children are still infected with HIV globally. Almost 90% of these cases happen within sub-Saharan Africa, and most are acquired from mothers during pregnancy, childbirth, and breastfeeding. m2mbegan its efforts in 2001, as medical interventions were available to protect babies from HIV infection, but the critical shortage of medical professionals in the region made it difficult for women to get the information and support they needed to access lifesaving medical care.
m2m trains, employs, and empowers women living with HIV as Mentor Mothers to work alongside doctors and nurses at understaffed health centers, educating and supporting other women. By sharing their own experiences with HIV, Mentor Mothers have a unique ability to form trusted relationships with women to help them access medical care early in their pregnancies and stay on treatment for the best possible health outcomes for themselves and their families. Formerly marginalized by their HIV status, Mentor Mothers are professionalized, employed, and economically independent, fighting stigma and discrimination through example and becoming role models and leaders in their communities. Knowledge is power, and mothers2mothers is giving women in countries most impacted by the HIV/AIDS pandemic back the power they deserve to maintain health for both themselves and their families. Since its founding in 2001,mothers2mothers (m2m) has reached more than 1.3 million HIV-positive mothers in nine countries in sub-Saharan Africa with its scalable, high-impact peer approach.Continue reading →
A Riveting New Exhibition Presented by Food Bank For New York City & Brooklyn Historical Society by Photojournalist Joey O’Loughlin
“As you look at the pictures, please consider: What would you do if you couldn’t feed your family?” – Joey O’Loughlin
Jewish families in Brooklyn lines up each Friday for bread for Sabbath dinner. Keeping kosher is hard for families who live in poverty. The food tends to be expensive and the number of kosher pantries is limited. The majority of poor Jewish families who live in NYC lives in Brooklyn. Photo Credit: Joey O’Loughlin
Food Bank For New York Cityand the Brooklyn Historical Society (BHS) is co-presenting a joint exhibition Hidden In Plain Sight: Portraits of Hunger in NYC. The exhibition, which open to the public on November 6, 2015 and be presented at the Brooklyn Historical Society‘s 1881 landmark building, will feature the photographs of Brooklyn-based photojournalist Joey O’Loughlin. The exhibit reflects the extraordinary diversity of location, population, and experience in food pantries throughout New York City, where hundreds line up to receive free groceries and is designed to raise awareness of the causes and impact of food poverty as a devastating reality of contemporary urban life.
Food Bank For New York City Logo (PRNewsFoto/Food Bank For New York City)
Food Bank For New York Cityhas been the city’s major hunger-relief organization working to end hunger throughout the five boroughs for more than 30 years. Nearly one in five New Yorkers relies on Food Bank for food and other resources. It takes a strategic, multifaceted approach that provides meals and builds capacity in the neediest communities, while raising awareness and engagement among all New Yorkers. Through its network of more than 1,000 charities and schools citywide, Food Bank provides food for more than 64 million free meals for New Yorkers in need. Food Bank For New York City‘s income support services, including SNAP (food stamp) screening and free tax assistance for the working poor, put more than $150 million each year into the pockets of New Yorkers, helping them to afford food and live with greater dignity and independence. In addition, Food Bank’s nutrition education programs and services empower more than 275,000 children, teens and adults to sustain healthy diets on very limited budgets. Working toward long-term solutions to food poverty, Food Bank develops policy and conducts research to inform community and government efforts. (Learn how you can help at www.foodbanknyc.org.)
HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT: Portraits of Hunger in NYC. Photo Credit: Joey O’Loughlin
Nearly one in five New Yorkers relies on Food Bank For New York City‘s programs and services. During the past year, the organization has seen the need for emergency food in New York City increase while the resources required to combat hunger and poverty have decreased. The number of meals that vulnerable New Yorkers are missing due to lack of sufficient resources tops a staggering 241 million, representing an enormous Meal Gap. The Meal Gap, adapted as the City’s official measure of food insecurity, has now been geographically mapped to reveal where hunger lives – enabling Food Bank to allocate resources to areas with the highest need across New York City.
“What would you be willing to do if you couldn’t afford to feed your children?“ Image from the exhibit, HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT: Portraits of Hunger in NYC by Photojournalist Joey O’Loughlin
For nearly three years, Ms. O’Loughlin documented the people behind the statistics by photographing and interviewing clients at Food Bank For New York City‘s citywide network of food pantries– the last line of defense against hunger for New Yorkers in need — to reveal the people who run them, and the people who wait on their lines. Through these images, Ms. O’Loughlin asks the question, “What would you be willing to do if you couldn’t afford to feed your children?“
HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT: Portraits of Hunger in NYC. Photo by Joey O’Loughlin
“People are always shocked to learn that one in five people on our pantry lines has a job,” said Margarette Purvis, President and CEO of Food Bank For New York City. “No one wants to believe that you can work your entire life and still not be able to afford food. The myth is, they did something wrong. The fact is, they didn’t. Children, the working poor and the elderly on fixed income are the most severely affected by hunger. These are the faces highlighted in this exhibit in order to combat the myths about hunger. We hope that this exhibit and related programming will foster empathy and awareness among New Yorkers, and inspire them to advocate for hunger-relief resources and opportunities that so many of us now need to survive in this challenging economy.“
HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT: Portraits of Hunger in NYC. Photo by Joey O’Loughlin
The exhibit takes viewers from food pantry line to the home pantry. While most food pantries work hard to ease the experience, lining up for food can be dehumanizing. On the line, you’re both on display and socially invisible, but at home, you’re like everyone else. By juxtaposing images of food lines with those taken inside people’s homes, this exhibit puts a face on the everyday New Yorkers–often strong mothers and grandmothers–who must participate in the complicated economic balancing act that allows them to stay in their homes, and retain their family dignity. As family dinner is a universal point of connection, the exhibit will also feature images of home-cooked meals made from pantry groceries. Family history and personality are revealed in images of meals and around the table.
HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT: Portraits of Hunger in NYC. Patrick is 46 and disabled by AIDS. He was outed in the military, less than honorably discharged and never completely regained his footing. He worked for Housing Works for years and lives in subsidized housing on Staten Island. Patrick depends on food pantries to get by, and can offer a remarkable accounting of his living expenses, balanced down to the penny. Photo by Joey O’Loughlin
Through interpretive materials in the exhibition, and a focus on people and places throughout New York City, it is hoped that the exhibit will provoke thoughtful discussion on both cross-cultural and cross-generational experiences. Public programming around the exhibition will include panel discussions featuring historians and food justice advocates, among others. Programs will engage visitors in questions about hunger and poverty, raising awareness about this increasingly pervasive issue. The exhibition will be on view at BHS from November 6, 2015 – November 13, 2016.
“We are proud to exhibit the thought-provoking images in “Hidden in Plain Sight,“‘ said Deborah Schwartz, President of Brooklyn Historical Society (BHS). “O’Loughlin’s photo essay continues the mission of BHS to tell stories which have been overlooked, yet are part of our collective experience and living history. Our hope is that this exhibition sparks a conversation about the inequalities in food access that affect us all, and the solutions we can work on together to overcome them.”
HIDDEN IN PLAIN SIGHT: Portraits of Hunger in NYC. Emily Diac, aged five years old, waited while her mother shopped at a food pantry. One in four New York City children doesn’t have enough to eat. Times are especially hard for poor families in NYC and the family has since left NYC for Marietta, Georgia, where her mother works at a Sam’s Club and her father is a maintenance man. Photographed by Photojournalist Joey O’Loughlin
Joey O’Loughlin is a photojournalist, producer and writer with more than two decades of experience in news, informational and cultural programming. Her photographic work supports humanitarian efforts in the United States and around the world. In 2012, O’Loughlin worked with the Brooklyn Public Library to show how library experiences are woven into the fabric of people’s daily lives, and why libraries are valuable in challenging economic times. The resulting photographic multimedia project “Where Do the Books Go?” was installed at the Brooklyn Public Library, and was featured in the New York Daily News, as well as other publicationsContinue reading →
New EJAF Grants Challenge HIV Criminalization Laws, Address The Needs Of Vulnerable Homeless Youth, And Increase Access To Clean Needles For Injection Drug Users
“Join Us In Speaking Out, Taking Action, And Contributing To Our Efforts To Achieve A World Without AIDS.” – Scott Campbell, EJAF’s Executive Director
The Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF), a leader in the global effort to end AIDS, has announced a new series of grants totaling $4.4 million to support organizations fighting the HIV/AIDS epidemic in critical and innovative ways. The Foundation is renewing 16 grants and funding nine new organizations to scale up programs that address societal trends driving the HIV/AIDS epidemic. This is one of EJAF’s largest grant cycles to date.
Elton John AIDS Foundation logo (PRNewsFoto/Elton John AIDS Foundation)
To most people, the Elton John AIDS Foundation (EJAF) is primarily known for its renown (and-hard-to-get-into) annual Oscar Night Viewing Party/Benefit Gala in Hollywood. But it’s one of the driving force in the fight against HIV and AIDS throughout the world. The Foundation believe that AIDS can be beaten. As such it act on that belief by raising funds for effective programs and policies, and also by speaking out with honesty and compassion about the realities of people’s lives. Sir Elton John created EJAF over twenty years ago, first in the United States in 1992 and then in the United Kingdom in 1993. Through hard work and with the help of our network of kind, amazing, creative, and generous friends and supporters, the two foundations together have raised more than $349 million over the past two decades to combat stigma, prevent infections, provide treatment and services, and motivate governments to end AIDS. The U.S. foundation focuses its efforts on programs in the United States, the Americas, and the Caribbean, while the U.K. foundation funds HIV-related work in Europe, Asia, and Africa.
“For more than 20 years, the Elton John AIDS Foundation has been committed to confronting the HIV/AIDS epidemic where it exists,” said EJAF Founder Elton John. “Our newest round of grants supports exciting and innovative projects addressing transgender health, homeless LGBT youth, the continued criminalization of HIV-positive people, and the syringe services for people who inject drugs. We also remain focused on increasing access to HIV prevention, treatment, and care for all.”
Included in this wide-ranging cohort of grantees, EJAF is also renewing its commitment as a founding partner of the Syringe Access Fund and will award $2 million over two years to reduce injection-related transmissions of HIV. This award builds on the $2.5 million investment the foundation made in 2013 and 2014 for services that aid people who inject drugs.
“Our grantees are on the front lines of the epidemic,” said Scott Campbell, EJAF’s Executive Director. “As one of the largest funders in the world dedicated to ending AIDS, we are committed to making real-time investments that address the latest trends in the epidemic and also providing ongoing support for the tried and true strategies that improve access to healthcare and ensure basic human rights for people most affected by the epidemic.”
AMONG THE NEW GRANTS ARE:
– Bold projects by Equality California Institute and The Williams Institute in California to change discriminatory state laws enacted during the HIV panics of the 1980s that criminalize HIV transmission;
– A new national survey by the University of Chicago to document the numbers and needs of homeless youth – especially homeless LGBT youth, who are at increased risk of HIV/AIDS;
– A program run by Garden State Equality to improve transgender people’s adherence to HIV treatment in New Jersey;
– A project by Immigration Equality in New York City that provides much-needed, high quality legal services to people with HIV caught up in the U.S. immigration system; and
– Increased support for programs by the National Black Justice Coalition to identify and cultivate the next generation of young Black LGBTQ leaders and engage them in the effort to end HIV/AIDS.
For more information and for a complete list and descriptions of EJAF’s 2015 grantees, please visit www.ejaf.org.
American Airlines is the official sponsoring airline of the Elton John AIDS Foundation.
Proceeds From New Hawaiian Airlines Branded Fossil Watch Benefit ’Imi Hale, the Native Hawaiian Cancer Network
Hawaiian Airlines is honored to promote breast cancer awareness and raise funds for education and research through a new ‘Time is Precious’ partnership with watchmaker Fossil to support ’Imi Hale, the Native Hawaiian Cancer Network.
In observance of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, co-branded Hawaiian Airlines/Fossil watches featuring a pink ribbon design will be available for purchase from October 15 to October 31 aboard Hawaiian flights between Hawai‘i and North America, Australia and New Zealand. The limited-edition watches may also be purchased through the Hawaiian Airlines online logo store. Sales proceeds will be donated to ’Imi Hale, a community-based health network dedicated to cancer prevention and healthcare access among native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders.
The watches, offered in pink or gray for $95, are housed in a custom tin case adorned with an airplane graphic, along with the word Hihahiwa (precious)
The co-branded Hawaiian Airlines/Fossil watches featuring a pink ribbon design will be available for purchase from October 15 to October 31 aboard Hawaiian flights between Hawai‘i and North America, Australia and New Zealand.
“We are extremely proud to help raise awareness of a life-threatening disease that touches the lives of so many people in our community,” said Debbie Nakanelua-Richards, director of community relations at Hawaiian Airlines. “In doing so, we couldn’t think of better partners than Fossil, a champion of cancer awareness nationally, and ’Imi Hale, which has worked tirelessly to help our ‘ohana, the larger family of our island home.”
The idea for the partnership originated from Hawaiian Airlines employees, some of whom have been personally affected by breast cancer, as a way to raise awareness about the disease and support research. The watches, offered in pink or gray for $95, are housed in a custom tin case adorned with an airplane graphic, along with the word Hihahiwa (precious) – a reminder of the beauty of time and that every moment should be treasured.
Sales proceeds will be donated to ’Imi Hale, a community-based health network dedicated to cancer prevention and healthcare access among native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders.
The ’Imi Hale Native Hawaiian Cancer Network has trained over 200 people to serve as “Cancer Patient Navigators” who assist patients with timely access to education, treatment and support services, said JoAnn Trask, ’Imi Hale project director.
“I lost my parents, grandmother and aunt to cancer and as a cancer survivor myself, I know how hard it is to get through the healthcare system,” said Jacqueline Nalani Perreira, cancer survivor and cancer patient navigator. “Every cancer patient should have someone to help them through the rough waters of cancer care and I am now privileged to be that helper, supporting patients and their families.”
Hawaiian’s partnership with Fossil and ’Imi Hale is among a host of company initiatives to support worthy causes throughout the state of Hawai‘i. The Hawaiian Airlines Foundation annually presents grants in three categories: education, culture and environment. In 2014, corporate giving supported 128 organizations, while more than 1,700 employees volunteered at events sponsored by 48 organizations. Additionally, Hawaiian matches miles (up to 500,000) donated to 10 designated charities, including the American Cancer Society Hawai‘i Pacific.
Hawaiian® has led all U.S. carriers in on-time performance for each of the past 11 years (2004-2014) as reported by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Consumer surveys by Condé Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure and Zagat have all ranked Hawaiian the highest of all domestic airlines serving Hawai‘i.
Now in its 86th year of continuous service, Hawaiian is Hawai‘i’s biggest and longest-serving airline, as well as the largest provider of passenger air service from its primary visitor markets on the U.S. Mainland. Hawaiian offers non-stop service to Hawai‘i from more U.S. gateway cities (11) than any other airline, along with service from Japan, South Korea, China, Australia, New Zealand, American Samoa and Tahiti. Hawaiian also provides approximately 160 jet flights daily between the Hawaiian Islands, with a total of more than 200 daily flights system-wide.
Funds Raised Will Support the Work of The Hong Kong Hereditary Breast Cancer Family Registry
THE PENINSULA HONG KONG Entrance
Guests at THE PENINSULA HONG KONG were tickled pink on Tuesday, 29 September 2015 as the hotel hosted the inauguralPINK TIE FUNDRAISING GALA in support of the HONG KONG HEREDITARY BREAST CANCER FAMILY REGISTRY. An evening of high glamour and big-hearted generosity, the lavish affair saw many of Hong Kong’s influential society figures and best-known personalities stepping out to raise awareness and funds for this worthy cause.
Christie’s Asia Pacific Chairman, Francois Curiel
Part of PENINSULA IN PINK, a charitable initiative in support of breast cancer charities that is now in its sixth year, the event was themed “The Art of Pink” and included an exclusive auction hosted by Christie’s Asia Pacific Chairman, François Curiel. This featured works of art, specially arranged VIP experiences and other enticing lots donated by generous sponsors, raising a total of HK$ 735,000 for the Hong Kong Hereditary Breast Cancer Family Registry.
Established in 2007, THE HONG KONG HEREDITARY BREAST CANCER FAMILY REGISTRY(hereinafter called “The Registry”) is a non-government charity organization dedicated to support the high risk breast cancer programme (HRBCP)in providing free access of genetic screening and consultation for the underprivileged, high-risk breast , ovarian and Prostate cancer patients and their families. The aim of The Registry is to advance and standardize clinical care for this high risk cancer group, in particular of the younger pre-menopausal age group, by formulating preventative measures through data collection, research, public education, counseling and supportive care services in Hong Kong.
Dr Ava Kwong, Chairman of the Hong Kong Hereditary Breast Cancer Family Registry
Genetic counseling is an important aspect of genetic test. The Registry is dedicated to support health care professionals to be trained in genetic counseling so that guidance and coping skills could be shared with high risk individuals and families. Genetic test results will provide useful information about an individual’s cancer risk. The Registry is keen to support the underprivileged and their families in the HRBCP to undergo genetic testing for BRCA mutations with subsequent aim for intensive screening and to provide advice on preventive measures.
Olivier Thibault
There is increasing data suggesting that certain clinicopathlogical and genetic features of breast cancer is ethnic specific. Research specific to Chinese/Asia population is designed to help improve the management of breast cancer in Asia by tailor-making it specifically to their needs. Collaborative research with international genetic registries will increase understanding of the ethnic differences in hereditary cancers. Through the public educational programs, The Registry promotes and strengthens the understanding of BRCA gene mutation in the local community. Vital information leaflets are produced and distributed to the public and health care professionals on hereditary breast cancer.
Michael Wong
Over 80 guests attended the event, joining Dr Ava Kwong, Chairman of the Hong Kong Hereditary Breast Cancer Family Registry, and Ms Rainy Chan, Regional Vice President of The Peninsula Hotels and General Manager of The Peninsula Hong Kong. Among those lending their support was special guest of the evening, the dashing actor Mr Michael Wong, who set the tone for the evening with a Sinatra-worthy performance of songs.
During the evening’s live auction, guests bid on the following eight exclusive, curated lots, which were generously sponsored by a select band of highly charitable donors.
LOT #1: PERRIER-JOUËT BELLE EPOQUE 1996 JEROBOAM
Renowned Champagne house Perrier-Jouët has been crafting wines of exceptional quality for more than two centuries. The Belle Epoque 1996 combines maturity and freshness in a surprising and exceptional illustration of the Perrier-Jouët style, while the jeroboam bottle is decorated with enameled anemones designed by Emile Gallé, one of the pioneers of the Art Nouveau movement of the 1900s.
LOT #2: A private, archeologist-led tour of the Tod’s Group-sponsored Colosseum restoration in Rome, and a pair of made-to-order Gommino Club custom men’s driving shoes. As part of its commitment to preserving Italian culture, Tod’s Group has pledged 25 million euros to finance the complete restoration of Rome’s historic Colosseum, and the brand donated this exclusive private tour of the architectural wonder, led by an experienced archeologist. As well as gaining a unique insight into one of the world’s oldest and most famous buildings, Tod’s also sponsored a made-to-order pair of their Gommino Club signature moccasin driving shoes.
LOT #3: SOVEREIGN ART FOUNDATION: LOVE ME TENDER BY DONGI LEE (2014)
Peninsula – Pink Tie Gala 2015 SAF Dongi Li, Love Me Tender, 2014, Acrylic on canvas, 70x70cm
Donated by the Sovereign Art Foundation, a Hong Kong-based charity dedicated to helping disadvantaged children though art, this abstract painting by Korean pop artist Dongi Lee was inspired by the Elvis Presley song, Love Me Tender.
LOT #4: Supremely luxurious accommodation for two in the Marco Polo Suite at The Peninsula Hong Kong, including Rolls-Royce transfer, helicopter tour, pink Champagne breakfast and “Pretty in Pink” spa treatment
The city’s Grande Dame, The Peninsula Hong Kong has been setting the bar for luxurious hospitality since 1928, and this remarkable package gives two lucky guests the chance to experience the hotel at its very best. With highlights including accommodation for two in the plush Marco Polo Suite, transfers in one of The Peninsula’s famous Rolls-Royces and a spectacular helicopter tour of the city, this is Hong Kong’s high life at its most blissfully indulgent.
LOT #5: Two-day educational experience at L’ECOLE Van Cleef & Arpels on the Place Vendôme and high jewelery atelier tour, including Cathay Pacific business class return flights for two to Paris and accommodation at The Peninsula Paris.
Founded by legendary jewellery maison Van Cleef & Arpels in 2012, L’ECOLE Van Cleef & Arpels was set up to offer an unrivaled firsthand insight into the secretive worlds of jewelery and watchmaking. This two-day educational tour of the Place Vendôme institution allows visitors to experience firsthand some of the highly specialized techniques and exceptional craftsmanship that goes into creating the maison’s exquisite pieces, as well as the opportunity to sample the impeccable hospitality at the newly opened Peninsula Paris.
LOT #6: RALPH LAUREN PINK ALLIGATOR RICKY BAG
Peninsula – Pink Tie Gala 2015 – Ralph Lauren Pink Alligator Ricky Bag
Named in honor of Ralph Lauren’s wife, Ricky Lauren, the elegant Ricky Bag is one of the iconic American brand’s most sought-after accessories. Crafted by hand over 12 hours, the bag is fashioned from high-quality materials such as python, burnished calf, ostrich and alligator, and is instantly recognizable thanks to its signature lock.Continue reading →
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