My friend, Jalaine, sent me a link to a new site that promises to be a bit dangerous for those of you with online shopping addictions. The site, Community Collection, is essentially like “Gilt Groupe for Good.” Individuals shop curated collections and 20% of each purchase benefits a charity selected by the respective designer. You can shop handbags from Claire Vivier, jewelry from Alexis Bittar, Alexander Wang sunglasses, or cozy sweaters from Cut25. There are [...]
I’m sure that you all have noticed that I’ve been missing in action lately. Between work and gearing up for Red Pump’s March events, I’ve had to live under a rock (literally). But, with last week’s fashion show officially wrapped, I’m back! If you missed our Second Annual “Rock the Red” Fashion Show, you definitely missed out on some GREAT fashion including the topic of today’s post. Eidia Lush, a custom shoe company here in [...]
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 [...]
Okay, gals and gents…I’m super late on this post but that’s the kind of day I’ve been having! Anyways, this post is dedicated to my Chicagoans. TODAY until 9p: Bloomingdale’s (900 N. Michigan) is hosting their “Fashionable Fundraiser” event today in support of amFAR. Shoppers can enjoy special deals and exclusives storewide all day. Bloommingdale’s has pledged to donate up to $75,000 to amFAR, a global organization that contributes significantly to HIV/AIDS research. TODAY (after work until [...]
Always pairing with new designers to roll out great lines, Target is now showing Uptown a little love, both literally and with its Harlem Designers Series collection. This limited-edition series, commemorates Target’s first Manhattan store located in East Harlem, and features designs from Isabel and Ruben Toledo, Stephen Burrows and chef and Chicago favorite Marcus Samuelsson. Tar-jay will be donating 5 percent of each product’s purchase price to a Harlem non-profit of the designer’s choice. [...]
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, [...]
Last month, I entered a drawing on The Bright Side Project, and won two gift certificates for LavishGiving.com. I learned about Lavish Giving awhile ago, so I was superexcited about my prize! Lavish Giving sells some amazing items, such as decorative pillows, stylish leather planners, candles, and more. It’s a perfect site to visit if you’re looking to step up your gift-giving game. Additionally, they donate 10% of your purchase to the charity of your [...]
Louis Vuitton is celebrating the American Red Cross‘ 150th birthday in serious style. During the entire month of November, Louis V will donate 10% of online sales of the following four handbags to the organization! Not that I know everything, but I didn’t know the two entities were linked as such. Regardless, it is a very cool partnership which will work out for our LV and The Red Cross. -kb
October is more than halfway over, but don’t lose your breast cancer awareness momentum! Most of the pink offerings by your favorite brands are month-long endeavors, meaning that you can still show your support. Here are some of my picks to get you through the end of the month (at least)! Bobbi Brown Cosmetics – Help kiss breast cancer goodbye with this limited-edition lip color set ($40). The lip gloss/lip balm duo will benefit the [...]
