It's not really political, but it's for charity – and helping pick up where FEMA is lacking... – so, check out this over-the-top eBay auction for a shopping spree with Michael Kors to benefit the Spirit of Liberty Foundation and Americans Helping Californians.
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The fabulous Goodwill Fashionista brought up a good point today on her blog: 'Tis the season for being charitable, so why not be fashionably charitable? There's some good hints and organizations listed, so check it out. I just moved and had to severely clean out my closet, so I made a few piles along the way - a Goodwill pile (of course!), a Dress for Success pile, items I could give to the local elementary school (I love crafts...) and stuff I could potentially sell on eBay or Craig's List. So get giving!
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From Daily Candy today (OK, I know it's a stretch for politics, but it's two good causes - helping people and helping your closet.):
... SimplySoles’s shoe recycling program is a win-win that even you can get on board with.
Rules of the game:
1. Shop for shoes you love (Tory Burch, Bettye Muller, Missoni) on the SimplySoles website.
2. Order said shoes (you can even get two sizes at once if you’re unsure of the fit).
3. Mail in any pair of preworn, closed-toe shoes (as long as they’re still suitable for a professional setting) and save 10 percent on your order.
Your donation to SimplySoles goes to Suited for Change, which provides professional attire for women transitioning from homeless shelters, jail, and rehab programs into the workforce — so a lot of other people win, too. And you can’t beat that.
Available online at simplysoles.com.
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Surprisingly, I found this great fashion piece filed under K Street Files, but Roll Call has informed me that Nancy Pelosi (who I saw tonight wearing a very nice white pantsuit to the Roll Call Congressional Baseball Game - she's not so lucky, the Grand Ol' Party won) is quite the fan of Armani. I was told this is common knowledge, but somehow it wasn't to me. Anyway, be kind, donate some nice clothes - and see the next post if you have extra shoes lying around.
In Fashion. It's that time of year again. Lobbyists, looking to polish their oft-tarnished image, are planning to donate their used duds to charities that provide clothing to the unemployed.To read the entire item you'll need a pricey Roll Call subscription...
The American League of Lobbyists' Capitol PurSuit clothing drive is this Wednesday in the Rayburn House Office Building foyer, and the organizers said that Armani-suit-enthusiast Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) and Reps. Wally Herger (R-Calif.) and Loretta Sanchez (D-Calif.) all are expected to attend a noon press conference. ALL is also collecting clothes from Hill staffers. ...
... The clothes ... "go to nonprofit organizations that help less fortunate people get back into society and into the workforce." ...
As reported just about everywhere today, Vanity Fair's July cover story is a Bono creation in which he got together 20 of his "friends" who all have made some strides in helping the situation in Africa, had them photographed individually by Annie Leibovitz, and Photoshopped them together to make 20 different collectors covers. The only reason I'm really listing this here - besides the fact I like to think of VF as a fashionably political mag - is that I noticed everyone wore black, white or red (aka the RED campaign colors) for the shoot ... except for Barack Obama. The Illinois Senator was the only one to stand out wearing a non-neutral, his signature baby blue.
To read an interesting piece about how the U2 frontman worked with Karl Rove to convince Dubya to do the cover, click here...
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Mayor Fenty is often seen jogging the streets of D.C. and this weekend was no different. The long-time runner and health promoter (one of the few things he and his predecessor have in common) ran the National Race for the Cure 5K in the early a.m. of Saturday, and he did it in just over 19 minutes. And the reason this tidbit is making the blog? Fenty ran the race sporting a not-so-attractive running jersey sprawled with the name of his parents’ Adams Morgan fitness-wares store, Fleet Feet.
Fenty was just one of more than 45,000 participants of the 3.2-mile race/walk, which raised nearly $4 million. Also there was Rep. Jim Moran and CBS news anchor Katie Couric, among others.
Wine and Fashion for a Cause
What: A fashion show with D.C. Divas (Women's Championship Football Team) and wine from Washington Wine Academy to support three local charities helping women and children: House of Ruth, Boys & Girls Club and College Bound. The players/models will showcase wares from local designers and boutiques.
When: Beginning at 6 p.m. Friday - 6:30 p.m. reception/silent auction; 7:30 p.m. fashion show; 9 p.m. documentary
Where: Arlington Cinema ’n’ Drafthouse, 2903 Columbia Pike, Arlington; 703-486-2345
Tix: $20 in advance; $25 at the door
Info: dcdivas.com
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