OCT. 23: FASHION FOR THE CURE BENEFIT AT 2 RODEO

Fashion for the Cure takes place October 23, 2007 on the world-famous European-style cobblestone street of Two Rodeo in Beverly Hills, which will turn pink to benefit Susan G. Komen for the Cure

The 7th Annual “Fashion for the Cure,” a fashion and entertainment gala, takes place on Tuesday, October 23 at 7:30 pm. The gala’s special fashion segment, “Think Pink and Green,” will feature eco-friendly “green” designer's fashions. The runway will wind thru a wash of pink-lit buildings. Breast Cancer survivors, the real stars of the night, will model designs by Sash, Eco-Centric, Stacia and Not Your Daughter's Jeans. All proceeds from the evening will benefit Komen for the Cure Los Angeles County Affiliate.

Special guest Mariel Hemingway, author of the newly published book, "Healthy Living from the Inside Out: Every Woman's Guide to Beauty, Renewed Energy and Radiant Life," is one of the leading voices of women's health. Hemingway's daughter will fashionably participate as a "green" model on the runway. Lizanne Falsetto, international fashion model and CEO of Think Products will be guest emcee. The evening will be highlighted by a fashion show featuring Uber's models and the new couture collection of Los Angeles’ celebrity eco designer Deborah Lindquist. A surprise celebrity model will wear the all “ThinkThinPink Wrapper” dress designed by Lindquist, made from natural nutrition bar wrappers.

Venue

The 7th Annual "Fashion for the Cure," a fashion and entertainment gala will be held on Two Rodeo in Beverly Hills from 7:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.
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Designer

The evening will be highlighted by a fashion show featuring L.A. Models and the new couture collection of Los Angeles-based designer Deborah Lindquist. Eco-friendly designer Deborah Lindquist first launched her couture-inspired collection in 2004 and has since shown at L.A. Fashion week, the Pret a Porter in Paris and for numerous eco-conscious benefit events. Deborah’s women’s collection combines environmental responsibility with a cutting-edge aesthetic. She works her fashion magic with a mixture of environmentally-friendly fabrications, including recycled cashmere, repurposed kimonos and saris, vintage silk scarves, and sustainable materials such as hemp, soy, and bamboo. The resulting designs are as striking as they are ecologically sensitive. As a trailblazer at the forefront of the stylish green clothing movement, Deborah is making an impact in the fashion world while remaining true to her love for the environment. Celebrity fans include Sharon Stone, Hayden Panetierre, Jessica Alba, Christina Aguilera, Carmen Electra and many more.

Celebrities

Mariel Hemingway Academy Award Nominated actress and author. Olivia Hussey best known for Franco Zeffirelli's Romeo and Juliet (1968) and her husband David Glen Eisley (Seventh Heaven, actor, singer). Lizanne Falsetto, international fashion model and CEO of Think Products will be guest emcee. The evening will include live entertainment featuring music provided by the Jones Band. The DJ for the event will be C-Note. He performs an ecclectic mix of R&B, latin jazz, world music and rare grooves. C-Note's time and effort at this event is dedicated to his late grandmother who survived breast cancer and lived a full joyful life.

Pink Honorees

This year, for the first time we will be honoring those researchers who have received grants from our Komen National organization, at our Fashon for the Cure. Click here to view the six researchers who are our honorees along with a brief description of the research that was funded. It is with great pleasure that we present them with this Pink Honoree Award.

Menu

In celebration of National Seafood Month, Chef David Iino will prepare many organic items that are fresh and sustainable. Please click here to see the menu for the evening provided by McCormick & Schmick’s ~ A Pacific Seafood Grill.

Purchase Tickets

Tickets are $100 per person. VIP tickets are $150 per person and feature a VIP room and gift bag. McCormick & Schmick’s ~ A Pacific Seafood Grill is located at 206 N. Rodeo Drive, atop the Spanish Steps along Two Rodeo, Beverly Hills 90210, 310-859-0434. Valet parking will be available at Dayton Way entrance. Please call 626-577-2700 for information on how to purchase tickets or click here to buy online.

Sponsors

The event's generous sponsors:
McCormick & Schmick’s ~ A Pacific Seafood Grill
Two Rodeo
Clear Channel Communications
Think Products
Agua Dulce Winery
Deborah Lindquist

Featured Art Auction

Losing his grandmother to breast cancer several years ago, artist Phil Barnes of Northridge chose to be involved in Fashion for the Cure as a personal statement to the love of his family member. "I express deeply through my art where designing a piece for the branding and fundraising of the event is truly quite an honor and act of my compassion," comments Phil. His acrylic painting dedicated to the event, "One Love" which will be auctioned off at the event, represents the victorious, healing, yet feminine essence of those affected by breast cancer.
"One Love"6'6" x 6'2"Acrylic on canvasPhil Barnes ©2007
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Auction Items

Plan to spend time looking through a wonderful array of items we have for you to bid on at our auction. Here is a sample of what will be offered:
Vacation Packages:
Fairmont Kea Lani (First Class round-trip airfare for two and a seven night stay at the Fairmont Kea Lani Maui.)
Wynn Las Vegas. (Package includes two VIP tickets to Cirque du Soleil and Barry Manilow.)
Colorado Ski Package: Roundtrip airfare for two and three-night ski package at Park Hyatt Beaver Creek Resort and Spa in Colorado.
Pebble Beach Golf Experience: First Class round-trip airfare for two and five nights at The Lodge at Pebble Beach. Includes golf for two at three world-class golf courses.
Handcrafted Solar Lighthouse:
This unique and original Garden Art is a one-of-a-kind piece and is signed and numbered by the artist. 48" TALL WITH A WORKING SOLAR LIGHT AND CLOCK *SWAROVSKI CRYSTAL ACCENTS Made by Cancer Survivor, ROBIN SMITH, in Keizer, OregonClick here to see photos of this stunning piece.
"Ghost Whisperer" Wardrobe Item:
A night gown with matching robe. This lingerie ensemble was worn in Episode 2 (Bloody Mary) of this season’s show by Jennifer Love Hewitt.