Last year, I blogged about the supercute pieces in Nicole Miller’s collection which supported Indego Africa, a social enterprise that empowers and provides access to job skills and trade programs to African women. I randomly found myself on their site early this AM and saw a cute set of textured bangles that are now on sale for $20. Available in sets of three, each bangle is wrapped with African fabric in beautiful colors and patterns. [...]
A couple of weekends ago, I spent a few days with a group of amazing women as part of The White House Project’s “Go Run” leadership training. I still need to write a full recap of the events, but it was a powerful experience. I learned so much from TWHP’s leadership team, the speakers, and all of my conference mates. Over the course of two and a half days, some of us clocked 25 hours [...]
When people lose a loved one, there’s no shortage of support in the immediate days and weeks that follow. Everyone is thinking of you…Everyone is praying for you. But, after the service, that support drops off considerably leaving many of us wondering, “Now what do I do?” For me, it’s been quite a journey rebuilding my life after my mother’s passing three and a half years ago. I’m still coping with losing my biggest cheerleader [...]
A great supporter of Indego Africa, fashion designer Nicole Miller recently added some ready-to-wear pieces to her current collection which benefits the nonprofit and its programs. Indego Africa empowers African women to lift their families out of poverty through fair trade partnerships, international export market access, and the development of long-term skills. The women create beautiful home decor (like these cute wine bags) and accessories which can be purchased at retailers such as Anthropologie, ShopBop.com, [...]
Change starts many places, and PACT believes that it starts with your underoos. Let me explain… The line of premium organic cotton undies supports various environmental causes around the world. I found out about the company after learning of their “Winter Lights” collection. Designed by Yves Behar, the prints represent cthe nostalgia and festiveness of holiday lights while supporting the “Lighting Hope for Haiti” program. What a great holiday gift! *wink, wink* For every purchase [...]
Whenever I break out in a stiletto-powered run, I always imagine myself looking as graceful as Carrie Bradshaw. I mean, who can forget the time she chased after Pete (Aidan’s dog) in short shorts and red peep-toe stiletto slip-ons? Magic, I tell you. Even though my run is not as graceful, I’m not going to let that stop me from participating in lululemon’s “Pumped to Run” event this Saturday in Chicago. At 9a, I, along [...]
Yesterday on Oprah, Mary J. Blige announced a partnership between her nonprofit organization, Foundation for the Advancement of Women Now , and beauty brand Carol’s Daughter. In celebration, Carol’s Daughter is donating 30% of online sales to FFAWN. FFAWN aims to inspire women to fulfill their potential, and helps us through scholarships, grants and programs. The two-day promotion ends today at midnight! Join the ranks of celebs like Jada Pinkett Smith and Brad Pitt (for [...]
In its continued support of the American Heart Association and Go Red for Women, Macy’s is giving us to show our support and save! This weekend, you can save 20% in Macy’s stores when you wear red! No red in your closet? Well, you can purchase a Red Dress pin for $2 (sales to benefit Go Red), and still receive the discount! If you’re shopping online, use the discount code WEARRED to access the savings! [...]
Today is “Go Red” day in promotion of women’s heart health! The American Heart Association launched “Go Red” to educate the public about the impact of cardiovascular disease on women. Coronary heart disease, which causes heart attack, is the single leading cause of death for American women. Nearly twice as many women in the United States die of heart disease, stroke and other cardiovascular diseases as from all forms of cancer, including breast cancer. This [...]
L’Oréal Paris has a longstanding participant in the fight against ovarian cancer. Since 1997, the company’s efforts have donated over $18 million to the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF). This being September and all, the beauty brand is gearing up its “Color of Hope” campaign to provide customers with facts about the disease and ways they can support the cause. Customers can purchase items from the Color of Hope collection, including eyeshadows and lipsticks. For [...]
