The Body Shop is an advent supporter of various charitable causes. I’ve featured their items which support HIV/AIDS initiative, MTV’s Staying Alive. Did you know that they also have products which support domestic violence organizations?

Hi-Shine Lip Treatment, $13

As a self-diagnosed lip gloss addict, I want you guys to take a look at the gloss to my right. I don’t have this particular color, but I like the glosses from The Body Shop because they aren’t too sticky, but I can still feel something on my lips. Does that make sense to anybody but me?

The Body Shop started the Stop Violence in the Home campaign 10 years ago as a way to raise awareness and funds for domestic violence. For the past six years, the company has partnered with the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence and used products to benefit NCADV’s work.

You can purchase this gloss and other products for a cause by visiting www.thebodyshop-usa.com!

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Some might argue with me, but I think the mainstreaming of jeans has single-handedly changed my life. While that might be a slight exaggeration, I love wearing jeans. I will take a great pair of jeans over dress slacks ANYDAY. Dress pants don’t fit me right, and it takes too much effort to get it right! Does anyone else feel that way?

Regardless of your denim POV, I’m sure that we can all agree that discounted anything is a good look these days!

This Friday, 4/17, and Saturday, 4/18, the Designer Jean Company will host its first online fashion happy hour to benefit women’s shelters. From 5:00pm – 6:00pm PST each night, The Designer Jean Company will offer shoppers an additional 25% off the first 100 pairs of designer jeans.

DJC features the latest from designer jeans brands like True Religion, Joes, James, Red Engine, Paper Denim, Antik, Taverniti, J Brand, Chip and Pepper, Elvis and more at prices 40-70% below retail. And for each pair of jeans sold this weekend, The Designer Jean Company will donate directly to the Chrysalis Women’s Shelter of Phoenix.

According to the press release, 

By making a significant donation during the launch to local women’s shelters, DJC will be working to help those women most negatively impacted by the current economic times. Denim against domestic abuse.

Well put. Get your shop on by clicking here!

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“There was an old lady who lived in her Choos…” 

That’s how the story starts in my head, and I’m sure that’s how it starts in some of your heads too! If you’re devoted to your shoe collection and are borderline obsessed, then you should look into joining the “Hello Stiletto” Shoe Club. No, this is not a drill. 

The shoe clubs meet all over the country for evenings of mingling, shopping, and, most importantly, FOOTWEAR! This club encourages members to wear their most fabulous shoes to events, and strut down the pink carpet for a chance to win prizes. So, those hot pink T-strap pumps with the feathers? Yep, now you have TWO places to wear them

The best part of Hello Stiletto (other than the name) is that every now and then, the events have a charitable twist. Check out these two upcoming events:

Thursday, February 19th – Naples, FL

The Naples club will be celebrating vintage footwear and collecting new and gently used women/children’s shoes for the Naples Shelter for Abused Women and Children. 

Where: Fine Babka, European Bakery and Cafe (71 9th Street South)

When: 6:30-9:00p

For more information, please click here!

Friday, March 6th – Boston, MA

Genevieve Boston, and shoe designer, Kristina Kozak, partner with the Hello Stiletto Shoe Club for the 2nd annual “Glow and Behold Winter Enchanted Ball.” The “Shoe Ball” raises funds for the Accelerated Cure Project for Multiple Sclerosis. 

Where: Ritz-Carlton Boston Common (10 Avery Street)

When: 7:30p-12:00a 

For more information, please click here!

Of course, these aren’t the only Shoe Club happenings. To find out when an event will be heading to your neck of the woods, or how to become a member, simply visit www.shoeclub.us!

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Hey, everyone…I gathered some local Valentine’s Day events and other opportunities to give back and I hope you enjoy!

Wednesday, 2/11: Maven “Share the Love” Date Auction

You’ll have a chance to bid on some of the city’s most eligible bachelors/bachelorettes for a great cause. This event will benefit the Keep On, Keeping On Foundation, an organization supporting and advocating on behalf of disabled individuals.

Where: Martini Park (151 W. Erie)

Time: 6-9p

Tickets: $25 at the door. For more information, visit www.mavendateauction.eventbrite.com!

Thursday, February 12th: Angels and Cupids Party

Flirty Girl Fitness is hosting this amazing party to benefit Imerman Angels, an organization that pairs cancer survivors with those currently fighting the disease. Guests will be treated to an open Nuvo bar from 8-9 and hors d’oeuvres from raw food heaven, Karyn’s!

Where: Flirty Girl Fitness (1325 W. Randolph)

Time: 8-11p

Tickets: $20 (when purchased in advance, you’ll receive a $25 FGF class card). Call 312-666-2266 for tickets.

Friday, February 13th: Have a Heart for St. Jude’s

Help St. Jude Hospital continue their legacy by partying for this cause. Sultan’s Market (2057 W. North Ave) will be providing appetizers and pastries, and Valentine-themed cocktails will be featured. If you’ve never been to NV Penthouse Lounge, there’s no better time to start than this Friday!

Where: NV Penthouse Lounge (116 W. Hubbard)

Time: 7-10p

Tickets: $40. Reservations (recommended) can be made by calling 312-329-9960.

Friday, February 13th: Vegetarian Valentine’s Day Party

This veggie love-fest benefits the Mercy for Animals organization. You’ll enjoy vegan treats, drinks, and cruelty-free gift bags, along with music and dancing (of course)! An added bonus? If you have dinner at Karyn’s (738 N. Wells) before the event, they’ll donate 15% to Mercy for Animals! Very cool

Where: Enclave (220 W. Chicago Ave)

Time: 8-11p

Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door

Sunday, February 15th: P.A.V.E. “Love Fest”

P.A.V.E. (Promoting Awareness, Victim Empowerment) is celebrating their 8th anniversary with a party! Festivities include live performances (including a burlesque performance), a silent auction, and appearances by local celebs!

Where: Martyr’s (3855 N. Lincoln Ave.) 

Time: 4-8p

Tickets: $20. Purchase them at pavingtheway.net!

If I forgot any, I’m sorry…Feel free to add them down in the “Comments” section for others to read! 

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Sarah, the owner of Chic Gems, has to be one of the BUSIEST women that I know! Every time I turn around, she’s hosting an event, planning another, or selecting an organization to support with sales from her fabulous jewelry!

Her partner organization this month is CAASE (Chicago Alliance Against Sexual Exploitation). For the remainder of February, you can support the organization through your Chic Gems online purchase. Through February 28th, Sarah is donating 20% of sales to CAASE. And to reward your generosity, you will receive 10% off your purchase. All you have to do is enter the code “caase” at checkout. Not bad, huh?

www.chicgemsetc.com

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The week is almost over! Here are some quick hits for your viewing pleasure…

• Jennifer Hudson’s rendition of the National Anthem will be sold for charity on iTunes with proceeds benefitting the Hudson-King Foundation, founded in memory of her slain family members
• The Jet Set Girls are partnering with Crest and Oral-B in a campaign designed to benefit Operation Smile, an organization that travels the world helping children with facial deformities
• The controversial Sweet Sasha and Marvelous Malia dolls have been renamed (Sweet Sydney and Marvelous Mariah), and the toymakers will donate proceeds from the sale of the original dolls to charity

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To my Chicago ladies, I know that the weather is testing your nerves, but don’t let it get the best of you! Try altering your beauty routine to help you feel better! Lather Salon is hosting events tonight and tomorrow designed to not only pretty you up, but also to raise funds and awareness for P.A.V.E. (Promoting Awareness, Victim Empowerment), an organization committed to using education and action to fight domestic and sexual violence.

Read the rest of my Examiner post here.

Coach partnered with 11 charitable celebrities in their holiday “Coach Cares” campaign. Each celeb picked an item for which 20% of sales would benefit their respective causes. You can view the selected products by clicking here, and they can be purchased online or in-stores! Here’s a list of celebs and their organizations. 

Mandy Moore – Peace Games

Ryan Reynolds – The Michael J. Fox Foundation

Jessica Alba – Youth Mentoring Connection

Elizabeth Banks – LA’s Best

Kerry Washington – V-Day

Evangeline Lilly – Free Press

Ali Larter – The Art of Elysium

Halle Berry – Jenesse Center

Eva Longoria – Eva’s Heroes

Rebecca Romijin – spcaLA

Rosario Dawson – Lower East Side Girls Club

My two favs were picked by Mandy Moore and Halle Berry!

Mandy’s Pick:                                                       

Halle’s Pick: 

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Reach Out will host its 5th Annual Wine Event on Thursday, September 11th at Orso’s restaurant (1401 N. Wells). The event, which will last from 7-10p, will raise funds in support of nonprofit organizations who assist and support victims and families of domestic violence. The cost of the event is $40, and includes unlimited pizza and wine. 

You can visit the Reach Out website to purchase tickets. Click here for more information!

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