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 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, [...]

Every February, the American Heart Association kicks its Go Red initiative into high gear with the help of supporters and corporate sponsors. The Go Red program was started to raise awareness about  heart disease, which is the leading cause of death in women, and affects one out of every three adults. This year, Nicole Miller has partnered with one of the sponsors, Campbell’s Soup Company, has to design three dresses inspired by Campbell’s. You can vote for your favorite [...]

Happy Friday! If you’re interested in celebrities and some of their the causes they support, then take some time to browse the quick hits below… Usher and Swizz Beatz are featured on YBF.com for their do-gooding. Usher is highlighted for his work encouraging folks to vote. And, Swizz Beatz is profiled for his work with the Children’s Cancer and Blood Foundation (CCBF) at New York Presbyterian Hospital. Click here for the story and pics! Many celebrities [...]