Nordstrom recently announced plans to open a store where all the profits will benefit a nonprofit. The to-be-named store will be located in NYC’s SoHo neighborhood and reminds me of the Panera chains operating under a similar concept…well, with one major difference. Panera didn’t charge customers anything and only asked them to pay what they could. I’m sure that Nordstrom will ask customers to pay a predetermined price. Do they look like they would let [...]
Paper cuts are one of the most frustrating things to happen to mankind. But, I would run my fingers through 100 sheets of loose-leaf paper just to rock a Cynthia Rowley-designed Band-Aid. The designer has brought her bold and lively designs to the staid worl of first-aid products and I think it’s one of the coolest collaborations. Twenty assorted bandages are housed in metal tins ($10) and one dollar from the sale of each tin [...]
Kenneth Cole has never been shy about wearing his heart (via various causes) across his chest…And, he wants you to do the same! When you stop by the brand’s Facebook page, check out the custom t-shirt store where you can mix and match colors and slogan to create the perfect shirt for you. The shirts retail for $34.95 and 100% of proceeds benefit KC’s Awearness Foundation, which funds various charitable causes across the country including [...]
I was on the Kenneth Cole website yesterday and saw the above boots and fell in love for three reasons: 1. I need a good pair of rubber boots for the rainy days. Who doesn’t? 2. I’ve seen some really cute rugged and combat style boots, and wanted to ease into the trend. 3. (Probably the best reason). 100% of the profits from these boots will benefit Kenneth Cole’s Awearness Fund in partnership with amfAR, [...]
Ever since he won Project Runway with his large attitude and fierce designs, Christian Siriano has been EVERYWHERE! In his latest collaboration, he has teamed up with Starbucks to design a limited-edition holiday gift card. The miniature silver gift card works like any other Starbucks card but it’s designed so you can attach it to your keys, backpacks, etc. Proceeds from the sales of the gift card will help support The Art of Elysium program, [...]
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 [...]
At BowlHer, there was a great reward awaiting anyone who bowled a strike…A bottle of ONEHOPE chardonnay! While this was music to my ears because I enjoy an occasional (*cough*) glass of wine, I was also thrilled because our particular wine promoted breast cancer awareness. Launched in April 2006, the wine has been building buzz across the country for its flavorful tastes and fundraising efforts. For each bottle purchased, the company donates 50% to a [...]
Apparently, carrots are not only good for your eyes, but your skin and the community as well! I was first introduced to “YES to Carrots” products when I received the carrot body scrub in a swag bag from Shecky’s. I love the product because in addition to exfoliating my skin, it also infuses it with beta carotene (three cheers for antioxidants). Over the weekend, I was gifted with some lip balms/glosses from their line, and [...]
On Thursday, 6/18, Fashion Delivers will host its second annual “Pay It Forward” event and present five awards to individuals within the fashion community who’ve leveraged their influence to make a positive impact on their communities. Mr. Fine himself, LL Cool J, will host the event and the band Tamarama will perform. Started as a post-Katrina relief effort, the mission of Fashion Delivers Charitable Foundation is “to unify the men’s and women’s apparel and home [...]
I love TOMS’ commitment to donating one pair of shoes to children for every pair sold, BUT I’ve been struggling with some of the style options. For the most part, the ultra-casual slip on has not managed to impress me. And, when I gathered opinions from my Twitter peeps, the majority of the responses centered around “great cause, not-so-great style.” Nooo What’s a girl to do? Well, enter my friend, DG. I hung out with [...]
