Fashionable Charities

I think I'd like to take the time to showcase a few charities that have been supported by celebrities. I think it's good to be knowledgable about a charitity before committing to one and it's important that all of your questions are answered before the final decision to donate. For that reason, many charities have website, phone lines, and available assistants to help you if you have any questions or concerns. They are very good about calming your nerves if you're concerned about your money or donation not quite getting to where it belongs.

In any case, A few charities also teamed up with celebs. to get the words out. They helped by creating merchandise that acts as a donation but gives the donator something back in return. I think it's really neat-- especially when this merchandise becomes a trend.


The ONE Campaign

The ONE Campaign blew up around last year when celebrities like Cameron Diaz, Bono, Jewel, and Lindsay Lohan jumped on the support train. They all sported the white rubber bracelet along with the ONE t-shirt. They are still available for "purchase" on the "donation/store" website if you're interested. The main page has a lot of useful information and suggests a great concept toward a good cause.


OmniPeace

OmniPeace was made popular through Kitson LA that sells the branded products online and at the boutique. Fifty percent of the sales of each branded product goes to extreme poverty in sub-Sahana Africa. Some people caught wearing OmniPeace merch. include Courtney Cox Arquette and her husband David Arquette. Kitson has products for men, women, and children. Check it out!


Invisible Children

Invisible Children is highly publicized by model/actress Zina Star. Much of her publicity using the Myspace-Method (as I call it) by posting bulletins and blogs about how to help with Invisible Children. She has also done promotional "parties/gatherings" in LA. They have a bracelet program that was installed to give jobs to poor people in Uganda to create products for people giving donations. Each bracelet comes "full circle" (as they say it) because it includes the story and hardship of a struggling child.


That's all for now.

If there is a charity or cause that you'd like to see up here, let me know! I'd love to include it. I think that charities and programs of all kind are important. Everyone needs a little help; even me.


Peace out!

Busy

Alright, So my daily updates from Fashion Week didn't pan out as I had expected. I ended up being really busy with my projects for The Pulse that I didn't get a chance to update all week. In any case, Fashion Week was a blast. I got a chance to speak with Nigel Barker and I told him that I absolutely loved his work and he was an amazing photog. I'm sure he heres it all the time but I think people that work hard should be praised for their accomplishments.


I just wanted to say for a moment that I fell in love with something I recently saw on the NY Runway. I had the chance to see the Academy of Art University show and there was a designer there (forgive me for not having my program while writing this so the name is slipping my mind, I'll update it a little later when I get my act together) that was amazingly innovative and captivating. Come to think of it, I believe it was a combined attempt; one of the designers studied knits and the other was design, either way the outcome was phenomenal and I adored the pieces.

Here are a few:






Awesome.


Photos by Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week

UPDATES FROM NYC

In honor of NY Fashion Week (which started yesterday) I will be posting one ensemble from each show that I love...everyday.


Stay tuned for updates, pictures, and commentary.

Thanks!


WEDNESDAY SEPT. 5


BCBG MaxAzria Spring 2008
-I love the fabric that Max Azria used in his BCBG collection this year. All of the pieces are elegant but youthful. I am so happy to see cinched waists again. I am excited for spring so that I can see these runway looks come to real life. They are extremely flattering.


ABAETE Spring 2008
-This dress is so cute. This is the perfect dress to invest in because it's perfect for any kind of party without being over or under dressed. My theory is "when in doubt, always over dress" but not everyone is comfortable with that. I love the blue and white with black interruption with the added black accessories. I also like the illusion of drapery in the bust area. It is similar to the Greek Goddess look that has come and gone already but it's not THE look. It's more subtle, more elegant.


ALEXANDRE HERCHCOVITCH Spring 2008
-Well, I definitely see remnants of Russian culture in this line. It seems really snubbed. I adore this final piece however. I am amazed by the manipulation of fabric and usage of light to accent that fabric. The model is literally glowing and I feel like this another one of those occasion dresses. It's remarkable.


ANNE BOWEN Spring 2008
-Props to Anne Bowen for debuting at Fashion Week but I was mildly underwhelmed by her collection. At first I thought "I've seen all this before" and then I praised her creativity in changing seams and choosing less-than-elegant fabrics and making them in to dresses and gowns. However, I don't feel like she perfected this tactic-- it feels forced and looks awkward. Especially the seam line under the breast-- or is it through the breast? It looks kind of funny.


ERIN FETHERSON Spring 2008
-Erin Fetherson! Beautiful! I loved what she did for this collection. Everything is so playful and fun but it's beautiful and wearable. I had a hard time picking just one thing to put on here but I really commend her spring collection. It's absolutely phenomenal.


NAUTICA Spring 2008
-I have to admit I was pleasantly surprised by Nautica this year. I think the collection is sexy. It's flamboyant but tasteful and classy. I really like it. I love being able to see Men's Wear that is fit for a manly man or a girly man. Either way-- Nautica hit the spot for me.


PERRY ELLIS Spring 2008
-Another perfectly executed Men's Collection. I think that Perry Ellis did a GREAT job of making all of the pieces versatile in a positive way. Each garment can be mixed and matched with the rest of garments of the collection and I think that is so important while shopping for spring clothes. I'm not so sure I'm feeling the plaid shorts with jacket though. Something about those shorts make me scream "BOXERS!" Which can be good or bad, depending on your mood.


TONI MATICEVSKI Spring 2008
-I don't like a lot of the uneven, big, small, mixed up ruffles going on. I do however love the fabric choices. I like the opaque shimmer on top of the subtle neutral. It looks very classy. I'm not too familiar with this designer but he didn't WOW me. I'm impressed with the craftsmanship though. Kudos!



That seems to be all for today-- I'm a little behind so hopefully tomorrow's post will be a little more organized. I must say, I am impressed by the upcoming trends for spring. cinched waste with thin belt.. shimmery fabrics.. short hemlines.. tight fits.. It's going to get better-- I can tell.


Any questions, comments, complaints, requests:: ANYTHING! Shoot me an e-mail.. I love hearing from readers so I know who's reading and what they're interested in.

Ciao,
Alicia
alicia.galanto@gmail.com


PS- By the way, take note of the hair and make up thing going on. Very simply, sophisticated, and chic; my favorite! :)


Photos by Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week