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Celebs hit Chicago for a good cause

 

 
Niecy Nash

 SoftSheen-Carson produced their signature Roots of Nature “Picture of Strength,” event in Chicago on September 25, 2010 - a full and exciting day of beauty and charity, bringing the community together and celebrating our strong roots. 

The event was hosted by Niecy Nash with special performances by music artist, Ameriie and an appearance by celebrity hairstylist Johnny Wright. Check out pics and a video fom the event!

SoftSheen-Carson Celebrity Stylist Johnny Wright and Niecy Nash

 Ameriie
 

Moden for More Birthdays Campaign

 
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, but is also a time to raise awareness for all cancers. The American Cancer Society has been working to create a world with less cancer and more birthdays.

The movement for more birthdays is about everyday people coming together to make a difference. This year more than 11 million cancer survivors will celebrate another birthday, and to continue this cause the American Cancer Society has teamed up with artists and musicians to raise money for research.

Swedish illustrator Kari Moden sent BSF some pictures of her contribution to the ACS campaign. Her artwork  features 9 silhouettes of women who have colorful targets on their breasts. As for her inspiration behind her work, she states:

"I made this for all the women whose lives have been saved by breast cancer screenings."

There are a number of items on sale featuring Moden's illustration including a print, a poster, and wrapping paper. Moden is no stranger to contributing to good causes. She participated in the Gap (Product) Red Campaign last year as well. Join the movement by signing up at MoreBirthdays.com.

 
Visit Kari Moden's website for more info.

Naomi's star studded show

Naomi Campbell Fashion For Relief runway show kicked off last night at the tents. Everyone from Chris Brown to Kelly Osborne strutted their stuff for charity. Here is a video of the show and a few pics from the  the front row to backstage. Hopefully Haiti feels the love!

 

Red dresses hit the runway for haute hearts

To celebrate and bring awareness to the importance of heart health for women, a number of events were held during NY Fashion Week. Sherri Shepard co-hosted the Woman's Day Seventh Annual Red Dress Awards which featured performances by Mary J Blige and Anthony Hamilton.

And at the the Heart Truth Red Dress Collection, and Swarovski at the Red Dress Collection 2010 Fashion Show - stars like Estelle, Raven Simone, Kimora Lee Simmons, Jordin Sparks, Regina King  and Kim Kardashian sported sparkly crystals and prepped for their strut down the catwalk in an array of beautiful red dresses. They truly showed how haute heart health can really be.

For more visit the Go Red campaign.

 

 

Day 1 - In and Around Fall Fashion Week

 Michelle WIlliams @ BCBG - courtesy of wwd

 
  Keke Palmer - Front Row @ BCBG courtesy of wwd

 
Mechad Brooks @ GQ

 
Reggie Bush  & Kim Kardashian

 
Naomi Campbell in Bryant Park 
Miss Jay Alexander and Andre Leon Talley

 

amfAR gala gets celebs out in the snow for a good cause

The annual amfAR black-tie gala benefit at Cipriani 42nd Street went on as planned despite the snowy weather in NYC. In attendance were Iman, Zoe Saldana, Miss J, and Zoe Kravitz to name a few. Lady Gaga and Cyndi Lauper - the latest M.A.C. Viva Glam Spokeswomen were also in attendance. Lady Gaga came dressed approriately as a "snow queen".

amFar honors those who have made outstanding efforts to raise awareness about the HIV/AIDS epidemic and to raise dollars for AIDS research.  The gala, held on the eve of New York Fashion Week, began with cocktails, followed by dinner, a live auction of luxury items, and a special tribute to honorees. 

Since 1998, amfAR’s New York Gala has been one of New York City’s most successful and high-profile AIDS benefits.  The gala has saluted some of the biggest names in entertainment, fashion, and art, including Clive Davis, Whoopi Goldberg, Quincy Jones, and Patti LaBelle. The amfAR New York Gala has raised more than $10 million to date for essential AIDS research, prevention, and education.

 

Target celebrates Black History Month with Dare.Dream.Do campaign

In honor of Black History Month, Target® announces this year's new national multicultural campaign which encourages everyone, everywhere to celebrate diversity. This year's campaign entitled, "Dare.Dream.Do," highlights the personal stories of four extraordinary individuals - Founder and Director of The Angelrock Project Malaak Compton-Rock, National Urban League President and CEO Marc Morial, Chef and Cookbook Author Marcus Samuelsson and Author and Founder/CEO of Translation Marketing Steve Stoute - who Dare, Dream and Do everyday of their lives.

Target will promote the "Dare.Dream.Do" campaign through a national media presence including cable network TV, online, in-store and print. In addition, the stories are available at www.Target.com/daredreamdo.

"Fostering an inclusive culture is part of the DNA of Target; the variety that our guests, team members and local communities provide consistently inspires and informs our business choices everyday," said Greg Cunningham, group manager, marketing, Target. "Our 'Dare.Dream.Do.' campaign celebrates diversity and the stories of leaders and influencers."

A History of Celebrating Black History

Since 2006, Target has celebrated Black History Month with a national campaign to recognize the history, legacy and contributions of African American innovators and, in doing so, aims to encourage everyone to dream in color without the confines of black and white. In past years, the campaign highlighted inspirational stories from a number of influencers, including Debbie Allen, Iman, John Legend, Maya Angelou, Sylvia Woods, Holly Robinson Peete, India.Arie, Bethann Hardison and Thelma Golden.

Inspirational Products That Engage and Inspire

Currently, available exclusively at Target stores nationwide, The Black List Vol. I &II showcases prominent African Americans, including Angela Davis, Laurence Fishburne, Suzanne de Passe, Tyler Perry and Maya Rudolph, and offers their personal insights on the struggles, triumphs and joys of black life in America and, in the process, redefines "black list" for a new generation. The Black List Vol. I and II each retail for $9.99.

MJB gets in the design game for FFAWN

French Designer Catherine Malandrino and The Queen of R&B and Hip Hop Soul - Mary J. Blige - are collaborating  on a "t-luxe" collection for a good cause.

The Foundation For the Achievement of Women Now, or FFAWN , was started by Blige in 2008 and focuses on empowering women and young girls around the country.

The tees touts uplifting and powerful messages like "I'm Free" and "I'm Power."

Says MJB:

"Catherine has been a dear friend of mine for years and, after she learned about FFAWN and our mission, she offered to create a T-shirt collection that would celebrate being women, being strong and being free," 

The line, which starts at $39, hits Bloomingdale's next week.

via wwd.com

Get heart healthy with Go Red for Women

 
  

Make National Wear Red Day every day by supporting the Go Red campaign. All proceeds made from purchases at ShopHeart.org support medical research, awareness, education and community programs to help women live longer, stronger heart-healthy lives.

The No. 1 killer of American women is cardiovascular disease and one in every three female dies from heart disease. To help the African American community the Go Red campaign has developed a brochure targeted to speak to black women. To purchase this heart healthy guide, visit ShopHeart.org

You can also help yourself by joining the Go Red For Women movement. Not only do you become part of the fight against heart disease, but you will get a BetterU makeover which includes a free 12-week online nutrition and fitness program that can makeover your heart and change your life. It includes step-by-step guidance, daily expert tips, an online journal and coaching tools.

Visit the GoRedForWomen.org to sign up and to learn more about the cause.

"Because doing good and looking good are always in fashion."  - American Heart Association

Naomi Campbell plans fashion show for Haiti relief

Naomi Campbell called on the fashion world to do its part for the Haiti relief effort -- and the fashion world answered: There will be a charity catwalk show pairing top models and designers at New York Fashion Week.

Campbell organized the first Fashion for Relief event at the Bryant Park tents in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina and has since taken it to Tanzania and Mumbai, India. The return to Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week on Feb. 12 comes at the right time, Campbell said.

"Everyone else is trying to help Haiti, and we wanted to do our part on the fashion side of things," Campbell said in a telephone interview from Paris. "The response has been overwhelming. No one has said `no' -- which means a lot because it's such a busy time with designers preparing their fall collections."

The event is still coming together, but Campbell said she had called upon her friends, including Christy Turlington and the Duchess of York, asking them to participate. Celebrity stylist Rachel Zoe is putting together the looks, and designer Marc Jacobs has already created a special Louis Vuitton handbag, one of many items that will go on sale on the Net-a-Porter Web site March 15, with proceeds going to the organization CARE.

Tickets will go on sale to American Express cardmembers Friday through Ticketmaster.

via www.businessweek.com