1020 Runway to Service Online Auction 1020 As part of the 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, we are working with IMG Fashion to ask Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week designers to establish Runway to Service, asking participants to donate one item from their Spring collection to support the online auction of those items beginning September 11th, 2009 and running through September 30th, 2009. <CENTER><TABLE WIDTH=700><TR><TD> As part of the 9/11 National Day of Service and Remembrance, we are working with IMG Fashion to ask Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week designers to establish Runway to Service, asking participants to donate one item from their Spring collection to support the online auction of those items September 11, 2009 through September 30, 2009. Fashion designers with shows at the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week are donating one article from their Spring line to support the auction. This is a chance to own a one-of-a-kind piece that will be the pattern of fashion to come. With your participation, not only will we raise money for worthy causes on 9/11, but we will together help to inspire others to commemorate 9/11 in a constructive, uplifting fashion. In doing so, we will help to leave a remarkable legacy, rekindling the spirit of unity, compassion, and service that swept the nation in the days and weeks that followed. That's what the September 11 National Day of Service and Remembrance is really all about--bringing all of us closer together again. <img src="/images/auction_catalog/areas/1020_art2.jpg" <CENTER><img src="http://images.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/areas/1020_art3.gif"> </CENTER> </TD></TR></TABLE> </CENTER> Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 14:36 EST http://www.911dayofservice.org/ http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/featured_auctions/1020_feature.jpg 1020001 1020001 One-Of-A-Kind Light Pink Heart Shaped Strapless Donna Karan Gown Includes: One-of-a-kind light pink heart shaped strapless Donna Karan gown. This is a sample size,which is typically size 0 or 2, right off the runway. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. Donna Karan New York is one of the world's leading fashion design houses and is offering this fabulous tiger stripe haircalf coat just for the Runway to Service online auction! The Donna Karan Company represents the international pulse of New York City through its design, marketing, and delivery of a complete lifestyle system. 10000.0 3500.0 4000.0 500.0 3 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:00 EST lulu211 http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020001_thumb.jpg http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020001_detail_1.jpg 1020002 1020002 Eternal Sea-Clam Laser-Cut Dress from Willow's Eternal Phi Spring-Summer Collection Includes: Eternal Sea-Clam Laser-Cut Dress from Willow's Eternal Phi Spring-Summer Collection in ivory. This is a sample size, right off the runway. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. 895.0 0.0 200.0 25.0 0 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:02 EST None http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020002_thumb.jpg http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020002_detail_1.jpg 1020003 1020003 Fabulous Boots from Australia Luxe Collective With worldwide distribution, Australia Luxe Collective has drawn a near cult celebrity and fashion following with celebs like Jessica Alba, Sienna Miller, Gwen Stefani, Megan Fox, and Paris Hilton wearing various styles. Be sure to look out for the newest styles available this season in the world's most elite specialty retailers including Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Intermix, Kitson, Calypso, Fred Segal and Akira. Established in Melbourne three years ago by husband and wife team Nicole Durand and Stuart Rush, Australia Luxe Collective is an Australian luxury lifestyle company. The brand is already known globally for its 35+ styles of sheepskin winter footwear and accessories, and will soon be known for a range of spring and summer product to be introduced for Spring 2010. Its luxury sheepskin collections are the fashion staple of stylish women the world over; famous fans include Jessica Alba, Gwen Stefani, Miley Cyrus, Kate Hudson, Meghan Fox, Paris Hilton, Sienna Miller, Goldie Hawn, Lady Victoria Harvey and Sarah Jessica Parker. Exhibiting a knack for knowing what women desire--to be beautiful while being comfortable--Australia Luxe Collective has taken the common Aussie ugly boot to a new level of style. Co-founder and creative director Nicole Durand fills every collection with custom embellishments, fur trims and specialty treatments that keep Australia Luxe Collective's products from ever looking ordinary. The company has grown globally due to its prominence within the finest retailers across the globe including Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Harvey Nichols, Net A Porter, and Bernards of Esher. With edgy, playful styles and a uniquely Aussie attitude, Australia Luxe Collective products are available in more than 25 countries including the United States, United Kingdom, Canada, Japan, France, Russia, and Germany. "We are excited to bring Australia Luxe Collective to Europe this season," says cofounder and president Stuart Rush. "As global innovators in luxury, our design team set out to revolutionize what customers envisioned possible in sheepskin boots. This new collection has an item for every fashion-conscious woman—that magical product to compliment her entire wardrobe as a must-have piece." For more information on Australia Luxe Collective visit www.australialuxeco.com. 410.0 225.0 250.0 25.0 4 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Sep 30, 2009 12:04 EST meniscuszine http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020003_thumb.jpg http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020003_detail_1.jpg 1020004 1020004 Yigal Azrouel Basic Scarf in Aloe Includes: Yigal Azrouel basic scarf in aloe, 100% viscose. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. Born and raised in Israel of French-Moroccan descent and having traveled to locations metropolitan and remote, Yigal Azrouel draws inspiration from everything and everywhere: art, culture, architecture, nature, and his hometown New York City. Take home this fabulous aloe scarf today! 275.0 150.0 175.0 25.0 4 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:08 EST megnxena http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020004_thumb.jpg http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020004_detail_1.jpg 1020005 1020005 Black Shoak Satin Dutchess Cocktail Dress from Georges Chakra Includes: Black Shoak Satin Dutchess Cocktail Dress from Georges Chakra. This is a sample size, right off the runway, which is typically 0 or 2. Please note that the runway look in the picture above is in lame fabric while the donated dress is in black satin duchess fabric. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. Born and raised in Lebanon, Georges Chakra developed an early passion for fashion design. After two years of studies in Interior Design, he returned to his initial passion- to draw and create. Since 2002, Chakra is presenting, twice per year, his Haute Couture collection during Paris Fashion Week in France. His collections are always one of the most imaginative. Every season, Georges Chakra takes several risks presenting amazing collections, totally different from the previous ones. This audacity made him unforeseeable and gave him the praise that he deserves. His fashion shows are greeted with overwhelming success and led him to create unique dresses for Hollywood celebrities like Queen Latifah, Carrie Underwood, Mariah Carey, Beyonce, Marcia Cross, Helen Mirren, Tyra Banks, and many others. Chakra's Haute Couture collection was also featured in the hit movie "The Devil Wears Prada" with Meryl Streep. 3250.0 350.0 400.0 50.0 1 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:10 EST lulu211 http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020005_thumb.jpg http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020005_detail_1.jpg 1020006 1020006 TADASHI SHOJI Kryptonite Silk Organza One Shoulder Mini Dress Includes: TADASHI SHOJI kryptonite silk organza one shoulder mini dress. This is a sample size, right off the runway, which is typically 0 or 2. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. Tadashi Shoji is the founder and chief designer of the TADASHI SHOJI collection. His designs have won a loyal following with well-dressed women worldwide including celebrities including Helen Mirren, Deborah Messing, Beyonce, and Queen Latifah. 450.0 200.0 225.0 25.0 3 Sep 11, 2009 15:47 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:14 EST lulu211 http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020006_thumb.jpg http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020006_detail_1.jpg 1020007 1020007 Orchid Tank Dress from Doo Ri Includes: Spring 2009 orchid tank dress with bias embroidery, 100%. This is a sample size "8", right off the runway. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. This Parsons Graduate gained design expertise while working as first assistant to Geoffrey Beene. Eventually Doo Ri Chung decided to find success independently from Beene and launched her own line "Doo Ri". Her fabulous designs are comfortably sophisticated and can be found all over the world. You will look stunning in this fabulous dress! 895.0 325.0 375.0 50.0 3 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Sep 30, 2009 12:12 EST Flavius http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020007_thumb.jpg http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020007_detail_1.jpg 1020008 1020008 Tommy Hilfiger's 2010 Runway Accessories Includes: Tommy Hilfiger's spring 2010 ru nyway accessories. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. Pop into spring with Tommy Hilfiger's Spring 2010 runway accessories! Combining functionality with fashion, Tommy Hilfiger brings you a pair of bring yellow glacier sunglasses with leather side shields and a bold watch with a red resin strap and a circular multifunctional digital dial. 400.0 100.0 125.0 25.0 1 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:20 EST lulu211 http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020008_thumb.jpg http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020008_detail_1.jpg 1020009 1020009 Deco Beading Pleated Dress from Charlotte Ronson Includes: Deco Beading Pleated Dress from Charlotte Ronson. 100% silk, multi colored. Size small. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. Born in London into an artistic family and raised in New York, Charlotte Ronson followed the tradition by developing her own unique style at an early age. In 2000, Ronson launched her first collection, C. Ronson, a playful mix of 70's inspired cotton tees and coveted wedge heels that gained instant recognition and the attention of renowned publications. In May 2002, Ronson opened her flagship boutique in New York's hip Nolita neighborhood, gathering additional international press coverage. 375.0 100.0 125.0 25.0 1 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:32 EST vf0718 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/183/thumb.JPG?1252692688 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/183/detail.JPG?1252692688 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/183/large_list.JPG?1252692688 1020010 1020010 Caviar Beaded V-Neck Dress in Chiffon from Naeem Khan Includes: Caviar Beaded V-Neck Dress in Chiffon from Naeem Khan. This is a sample size, which is typically 0 or 2. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. Designer Naeem Khan is quickly becoming the newest name in fashion with his loyal following including some of the most stylish celebrities and socialites in the world. Born in India, Naeem Khan cultivated his knowledge of textiles growing up under the watchful eyes of his father and grandfather, both well known throughout the country for designing intricate and luxurious clothing worn by the royal families and other social notables. As a teenager, Khan moved to the United States where he apprenticed for renowned fashion house, Halston. After his time there, Naeem went on to design casual separates and cocktail dresses under the Riazee label. In 2003 Naeem Khan launched his eponymous collection consisting of impeccably tailored cocktail suits, embroidered caftans and glamorous dresses. His gowns are often embellished with beading, mirrors, and other specialty treatments that are distinctive to the label. The designer’s loyal fan base ranges from megastars such as Jennifer Lopez and Beyoncé to socialites and royalty like Queen Noor of Jordan. Naeem Khan is currently available in 100 stores throughout the world, including prestigious retailers such as Bergdorf Goodman, Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus. His designs are always sophisticated, luxurious, and timeless. 3500.0 350.0 400.0 50.0 1 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:34 EST lulu211 http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020010_thumb.jpg http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020010_detail_1.jpg 1020011 1020011 Beautiful Dress from James Coviello tbd 500.0 0.0 250.0 25.0 0 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Sep 30, 2009 12:36 EST None https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/270/thumb.JPG?1253022736 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/270/detail.JPG?1253022736 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/270/large_list.JPG?1253022736 1020012 1020012 Michael Angel tbd 500.0 0.0 250.0 25.0 0 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Sep 30, 2009 12:38 EST None http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020012_thumb.jpg http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020012_detail_1.jpg 1020013 1020013 Chado Ralph Rucci Wrap Dress in Iridescent Pink Cotton Silk Includes: a Chado Ralph Rucci Wrap dress in Iridescent Pink Cotton Silk a size 6. Not a sample size, a true size 6. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. In 1994, Chado Ralph Rucci was born and a new standard was set for luxurious dressing with an artistic twist. Rucci's a favorite with society mavens and mature fashionistas, thanks to his sculptural silhouettes, impeccable craftsmanship, and to-die-for materials. In 2002, the two-time CFDA-nominee became the first American designer since Mainbocher in the 1930s to be invited to show at Paris haute couture under his own name. An accomplished painter, the Philly-born designer draws inspiration from his own art, Japanese symbolism, and the work of Francis Bacon and Cy Twombly. Rucci designs all of his prints, and works closely with mills to create new fabrics and revive historically important textiles. Rucci won the top fashion honor at Cooper Hewitt's 2008 National Design Awards. His love for Japanese culture is apparent not only in his rigorous-yet-ethereal clothes but also in the name of his label: "Chado" is derived from the traditional Japanese tea ceremony, and symbolizes respect, tranquility, and integrity. 5100.0 2000.0 2250.0 250.0 6 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:40 EST lulu211 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/257/thumb.JPG?1252952868 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/257/detail.JPG?1252952868 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/257/large_list.JPG?1252952868 1020014 1020014 Exclusive Runway Look from the Spring 2010 Herve Leger by Max Azria Collection Includes: Exclusive Runway Look from the Spring 2010 Herve Leger by Max Azria Collection. This is a sample size, right off the runway, which is typically 0 or 2. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. Herve Leger was a huge fashion hit in the '80s and pioneered the body-con look, which has returned to the fashion spotlight in recent seasons. The label was relaunched in 2007 with BCBG designer Max Azria at the helm. His designs are a modern interpretation of the signature bandage dress and have already earned a host of stylish celebrity fans including Kate Bosworth and Keira Knightley. 1850.0 1000.0 1100.0 100.0 9 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:37 EST justincase https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/249/thumb.JPG?1252945630 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/249/detail.JPG?1252945630 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/249/large_list.JPG?1252945630 1020015 1020015 Exclusive Runway Look from the Spring 2010 BCBGMAXAZRIA Runway Collection Includes: Exclusive Runway Look from the Spring 2010 BCBGMAXAZRIA Runway Collection. This is a sample size, right off the runway, which is typically 0 or 2. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. 1000.0 450.0 500.0 50.0 6 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:40 EST lacarruk1 http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020015_thumb.jpg http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020015_detail_1.jpg 1020016 1020016 Print Silk Faille Party Dress from Carmen Marc Valvo Couture Includes: Beautiful Print Silk Faille Party Dress from Carmen Marc Valvo Couture. Size 6. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. Carmen Marc Valvo is a quintessential American designer who, since 1989, has been exploring his soul's desire to bring glamorous dressing to every woman's life. Although his sumptuous creations have made him a favorite among Hollywood's top leading ladies including Beyonce, Catherine Zeta-Jones, Lucy Liu, Oprah Winfrey, Kim Cattrall, Queen Latifah, Radha Mitchell and Vanessa Williams, it's his devotion to his non-celebrity clients that have made him a star. TIME Magazine stood up and took notice of Carmen after his Fall 2005 collection in a feature story saying "While other designers seek to shock, Valvo's creations shine in the marketplace." 2090.0 900.0 1000.0 100.0 9 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:36 EST lulu211 http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020016_thumb.jpg http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020016_detail_1.jpg 1020017 1020017 Cap Sleeve Floral Dress with Cut Out Back from Tibi's Spring 2010 Collection Includes: Cap sleeve floral dress with cut out back from Tibi's Spring 2010 Collection. This is a one-of-a-kind size "4". In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. Tibi designer and founder, Amy Smilovic, began her career in the fashion industry shortly after moving to Hong Kong in 1997. Following a successful marketing position at American Express in New York City, Amy relocated to Asia with her husband and began designing a small collection of contemporary dresses. The company has rapidly expanded into its current offering of ten collections per year as well as a complete shoe line, swimwear, and home accessories. Amy hand designs a range of prints and styles to match her personal taste and distinctive approach to dressing which she showcases in the tents of Bryant Park each season during NYC’s Mercedes Benz Fashion Week. Two years into the business, Amy was joined by her husband Frank Smilovic, now President of the company. Frank is responsible for developing and implementing Tibi's global growth strategy and managing the day-to-day affairs. Before assuming this role, Frank was Senior Vice President of Gateway's Japan, Asia and Australia operations. Prior to Gateway, Frank was with American Express for over 25 years in a variety of senior positions including Head of Finance for Europe, Vice President Worldwide Marketing based in New York and President Merchant Services Group for Asia. September 2006 marked the opening of the first Tibi retail boutique in New York. The 2,200 square foot space, designed by Steve Blatz and Antonio Saracino, is located in SoHo at 120 Wooster Street and has received architectural acclaim in notable publications such as Interior Design Magazine. This is the first of many free standing stores in the comprehensive Tibi retail expansion strategy. Tibi is now one of the largest contemporary lines found in over 500 specialty stores and upscale department stores worldwide including Saks Fifth Avenue, Henri Bendel, Neiman Marcus, Bloomingdales, Net-a-Porter, Harvey Nichols, Harrods and Scoop. Smilovic has recently opened showrooms in Los Angeles, Dallas, London, Milan, Australia and Canada to better support the company’s expansion. Scarlett Johansson, Liv Tyler, Drew Barrymore and Reese Witherspoon are all fans of Tibi's sophisticated prints and feminine designs. 400.0 100.0 125.0 25.0 1 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:36 EST lulu211 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/184/thumb.JPG?1252692998 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/184/detail.JPG?1252692998 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/184/large_list.JPG?1252692998 1020018 1020018 Innovative Strapless Dress from TRIAS Includes: An innovative strapless dress with a highly lineal structure inspired by an architectural piece. Cut into more than 100 pieces, the perfectly proportioned floating construction surrounds the woman's body, tracing an original and unique geometric volume. Tailor-made of a hi-tech material that ensures exclusivity of the piece due to its multiple benefits. Water-, wind- and stain-proof this dress will also protect your skin by defending you from UV rays and keeping your skin moisture-balanced at all times. A powerful silhouette that resonates with the attitude of an unbeatable woman. Special note from the team at TRIAS: "We at TRIAS feel truly blessed for the opportunity to be a part of a cause we have ALL felt so deeply and we are grateful to be able to help those people who fight for our peace and for freedom. We are honored to be a part of 911!!! Thank you." 2500.0 250.0 275.0 25.0 1 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:31 EST lulu211 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/855/thumb.JPG?1254322011 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/855/detail.JPG?1254322011 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/855/large_list.JPG?1254322011 1020019 1020019 Doble Cape Printed Silk Long Dress with "Mirror" Effect from Toni Francesc Includes: Doble Cape Printed Silk Long Dress with "Mirror" Effect from Toni Francesc. This dress is a sample size, which is typically 0 or 2. Exclusive design of Water's Mood collection-spring-summer-2010-by Toni Francesc. The dress is from the collection which represents when the plants reflect its shadows in the water. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. TONI FRANCESC STYLE Each article is a different concept, has it's own identity into the set. Festive and the urban elements coexists in harmony. The place where contrasts and superpositions are mixed. The rustic and the hand crafted entwines with the technical & useful. The search from womanhood and the practical sense. "Everything" is the contradiction in each model. Toni handmade prints his styles in order to get personality and keeping to the collection. Toni likes colours, winter is sober, using the nocturnal and dark colors, but romantic, where black is the protagonist. Summer is fresh, with daylight that illuminates all with diverse colors. WATER'S MOOD (spring-summer 2010) The collection is inspired by the poetry of water. Water is life and consciousness, and its states create parallels with our moods. It changes and moves, contains and is contained; it is surface and substance--everything affects the state of liquids. Water provides drama, sadness and meditation at particular times of our lives. The power of reflection shows us a divided world--it is the strength of imagination debating between yes and no. These reflections give shape to feelings through the creation of the garments, highlighting organic shapes from nature. The line of the horizon is a melancholy, visual challenge, in which feelings are recorded on the seashore, like marks that disappear with the flow of marine currents. If we move away from the aesthetic and artistic view of water, a range of bluish shades appears contrasted with mauves, showing the way water shines with rays of light. Khaki, sandy shades come from lakes and ponds, and whites, greys and blacks show the colourless quality of water. Vaporous materials, like silk, worked based on pleats, draping and superimposition, sketch the enveloping silhouette of a dreamy, sophisticated woman. By contrast, rigid materials, like cotton, are handled with clean, simple cuts highlighting the female body. Using details and refined pattern work, they are garments for a sophisticated, sober woman who likes to take risks. The new Collection will be available in the CECE Feinberg Showroom from the 16th to the 26th of September. 899.0 400.0 450.0 50.0 6 Sep 11, 2009 09:00 EST Oct 8, 2009 11:36 EST Milo http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020019_thumb.jpg http://cerberus.charitybuzz.com/images/auction_catalog/1020019_detail_1.jpg 1020020 1020020 Chika Dress in Gold from Diane Von Furstenberg Dazzle with Diane: Chika Dress in Gold from Diane Von Furstenberg Includes: Chika dress in gold from Diane Von Furstenberg in size 6. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. Diane Von Furstenberg is a fashion designer best known for her hallmark wrap dress. The Belgian-born von Furstenberg had made her mark on the New York fashion world in 1972 with her versatile dress, which was appropriate for the office yet sexy enough for a night at Studio 54. During the next few years, she sold five million of them. Take home this fabulous dress from the one and only, Diane Von Furstenberg now! 850.0 450.0 500.0 50.0 5 Sep 14, 2009 13:02 EST Oct 8, 2009 13:02 EST lacarruk1 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/261/thumb.JPG?1252958402 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/261/detail.JPG?1252958402 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/261/large_list.JPG?1252958402 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/678/thumb.png?1253888563 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/678/detail.png?1253888563 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/678/large_list.png?1253888563 1020021 1020021 100% Silk Jacquard Sadara Dress from Maria Pinto Includes: 100% Silk Jacquard Sadara Dress from Mary Pinto, size 2. In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. Maria Pinto understands the principles of fabric and fit. They are the key components in creating her inspirational and aspirational fashions. She hand picks her fabrics for their functional and luxurious nature—and she meticulously edits her designs to mix and match effortlessly. Maria Pinto believes in the integrity of her garments and often states that “the elements must juxtapose and harmonize with balance.” “I try to take into consideration women's needs, and I design pieces that are both versatile and still fulfill an element of beauty and longevity. I think a solid wardrobe is an investment, and the pieces I create have a quality and workmanship that is timeless,” states Pinto. From sizes 0-14, Maria Pinto’s fashions have added confidence in every piece. “It has always been important for Maria to design clothing that empowers women to be the very best they can be—and feel invincible while doing so, “confirms Laura Verdugo, Vice President of Sales & Marketing for Maria Pinto. One of her longtime clients has said, “Maria’s clothes make me look and feel like the best version of myself.” Her loyal clients are a consistent reminder that her designs are worn by women of style and substance—from kindergarten school teachers to lawyers alike. “I always like to think of myself as an artist—but at the end of the day, I stay true to designing for women of substance and style,” says Pinto. Maria Pinto's designs evoke a deliberately modern and confident sophistication. Season after season, she marries the rich traditions of artisanal textiles hand selected from around the world, with the modernity of American design. Pinto’s luxurious women’s accessories collection debuted at Bergdorf Goodman in 1991 after being ‘discovered’ by then-president Dawn Mello. Almost immediately, Pinto received recognition as a designer who could take the most unusual of fabrics and transform them into elegant, signature pieces. It was this initial success that gave her the confidence to expand her brand into the eveningwear arena. In 2002, Maria Pinto shuttered her doors due to health and business complications. The time away proved vital as Pinto regained her health she also regained her passion for the industry. In 2004, she reopened her doors with a new vision of the brand that would introduce separates for day, thus rounding out her previously successful eveningwear and accessory collections. Whether her clients are high profile figures or celebrities, they all come back to Maria Pinto for her tailored silhouettes that are made to fit a variety of lifestyles. Maria Pinto's success comes from combining luxurious fabrics with clean lines. Juxtaposing these elements together with sensuality and passion, Pinto creates collections that define ‘classic with an edge’. In August of 2008, Maria Pinto opened the doors to her first boutique, a natural extension of her atelier, located in Chicago’s West Loop. Pinto’s collections are known for well-edited luxury; each garment incorporates innovative materials and sophisticated tailoring from beginning to end. This attention to detail is reflected in the environment of the retail space from the moment a client walks through the door. Maria Pinto’s collections have been featured in major fashion publications, including Vogue, Elle, Harper’s Bazaar and InStyle. She has received many prestigious design and fashion accolades throughout her career, including the opportunity on two occasions to design seductive costumes for the Joffrey Ballet’s Recorde Per Due (2002) and Age of Innocence (2008); the Best of Fashion Award, Chicago Magazine (2000); and the Gold Coast Fashion Award, previously won by Anne Klein, Donna Karan and Bill Blass (1998). In 2009, Maria Pinto will be honored by the Anti-Defamation League as the recipient of their Women of Achievement Award, and the School of The Art Institute’s Legend of Fashion Award. An alumna of Chicago’s School of the Art Institute, majoring in fine art with a focus in fashion, Pinto also attended New York’s Parson’s School of Design and the Fashion Institute of Technology. Pinto landed a coveted position working for legendary designer Geoffrey Beene soon after graduation. It was there that Pinto learned the importance of ‘attention to detail’, the techniques of draping, and the art of editing. The Maria Pinto Collection is available at Saks Fifth Avenue, Barney’s New York, and Takashimaya as well as other fine boutiques across the country. 2690.0 1100.0 1350.0 250.0 5 Sep 15, 2009 11:55 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:55 EST lulu211 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/295/thumb.JPG?1253030208 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/295/detail.JPG?1253030208 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/295/large_list.JPG?1253030208 1020022 1020022 3.1 Phillip Lim Bag from the Resort Collection--"Meira" Includes: 3.1 Phillip Lim bag from the Resort collection--“Meira” double shoulder bag in Royal Blue (R109-0039SAS). In condition as donated, may not be returned or exchanged. Phillip Lim launched his collection with start-up cash from friend and fabric supplier Wen Zhou in 2004. Almost overnight, his line became both a critical and commercial darling. Lim’s coveted dresses were quickly spotted around town on "It" girls Natalie Portman and Kate Hudson, fueling demand upwards of $12 million wholesale by his third season. His womenswear look combines girlish refinement and laid-back ease with moments of quirky romance. Headbands splashed with Swarovski crystals and shift dresses adorned with pearls exemplify his burgeoning arty side and were rewarded with a CFDA award in 2007. 750.0 425.0 475.0 50.0 6 Sep 16, 2009 10:05 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:05 EST WHATEVER https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/316/thumb.JPG?1253110348 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/316/detail.JPG?1253110348 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/316/large_list.JPG?1253110348 1020023 1020023 Adorable Rebecca Taylor Dress Rebecca Taylors sexy, kittenish designs have inspired legions of loyal customers to indulge their feminine wiles. Avid fans seek out Rebecca Taylors collection in chic stores across America, Europe, and Japan. Celebrities including Sarah Jessica Parker, Cameron Diaz, Julia Stiles, and Eva Amurri have been known to call and seek out a particular hearts desire for a special event or just going out on the town. An almost obsessive eye to detail and an understanding of what makes a girl feel pretty has garnered Rebecca Taylor major national and international editorial coverage and her pieces can be seen on television shows such as "Sex & the City," the "Today Show," and "The View". In 2000, Rebecca was honored with a nomination from the Council of Fashion Designers of America, for their prestigious Perry Ellis Designer Awards for New Design Talent. The Rebecca Taylor Collection has expanded to include clothing, maternity, shows, handbags, hosiery, and accessories and can be found in all major department stores and top specialty boutiques across the country. In March 2004, Rebecca opened her first US flagship boutique in New York City in the heart of Nolita and has been a huge success. Loyal cients include Sarah Michelle Gellar, Chelsea Clinton, and Sarah Paulson. There are also Rebecca Taylor boutiques across Japan including a flagship store in Aoyama, Tokyo. 350.0 150.0 175.0 25.0 2 Sep 16, 2009 16:29 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:29 EST Flavius https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/377/thumb.JPG?1253133099 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/377/detail.JPG?1253133099 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/377/large_list.JPG?1253133099 1020024 1020024 James Coviello Frayed Cyan Chiffon Embroidered Gown You are bidding on a Frayed chiffon embroidered gown in cyan with golden silk flower corsage from James Coviello. This is a sample size, right off the runway. James Coviello grew up in Fairfield, Connecticut. After graduating high school, Coviello moved to NYC to attend Parsons School of Design. In 1987, James left Parsons to design jewelry for Erickson Beamon. He designed press and collection samples, which appeared in numerous fashion magazines. At this time, Coviello established the James Coviello hat collection. From the first season, the line was carried by specialty and department stores across the country, including Barneys, Bergdorf Goodman, Bloomingdales, and Neiman Marcus. Within 2 years, he was also making hats for runway shows for many 7th Avenue designers, such as Oscar de la Renta, Geoffrey Beene, Calvin Klein, and Todd Oldham. In 1991, James met Anna Sui. Sui, who was styling a shoot with Steven Meisel for Italian Vogue, requested a hat. Soon after, Sui asked Coviello to design hats and knitwear for her first runway show. The next season, Sui created the James Coviello for Anna Sui label. Today this successful collaboration still flourishes. In 2000, Coviello presented his first runway show. The James Coviello Collection, now a full ready-to-wear collection, includes knitwear, wovens, and accessories. He has been showing at the tents in Bryant Park for the last 4 seasons. Today Coviello designs three collections a year, and sells to over 40 specialty boutiques and department stores throughout the world, including Fred Segal (LA), Barneys NY, Marissa Collection (FL), Fleurt (Dubai), Powder (UK), Jade Jakarta (Indonesia) and Club 21 in Singapore. Don't miss out on the opportunity to own this amazing gown! 460.0 100.0 125.0 25.0 1 Sep 29, 2009 11:12 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:35 EST lulu211 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/758/thumb.jpg?1254237475 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/758/detail.jpg?1254237475 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/758/large_list.jpg?1254237475 1020025 1020025 Tracy Reese Violet Brocade Embellished Shift You are bidding on a Tracy Reese Violet Brocade Embellished Shift, size 4. Bright colors, unique prints and intricate patterns define Tracy Reese! A consistent fashion favorite among industry insiders, celebrities and fashionistas alike, Reese crafts finely detailed looks that make a statement and are easy to wear, garnering the attention of the nation's top media. 375.0 175.0 200.0 25.0 2 Sep 29, 2009 12:22 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:35 EST stephbsm https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/781/thumb.jpg?1254241448 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/781/detail.jpg?1254241448 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/781/large_list.jpg?1254241448 1020026 1020026 Brian Reyes Print Tunic Dress Includes a print tunic dress from Brian Reyes, size 8. Fresh off a gig at Oscar de la Renta’s atelier, Reyes began his first season, spring 2006, as one of New York’s most hyped young designers. It was immediately clear that the twentysomething Colombian wunderkind had formed his sartorial vision chez Oscar. Uptown girls and modern tea partiers have embraced Reyes’s lighter-than-air cocktail numbers and breezy day ensembles, and his resort looks are garnering attention. The past few seasons indicate he’s cultivating his talents—and his socialite-rich clientele. 1995.0 750.0 850.0 100.0 5 Sep 29, 2009 12:40 EST Oct 8, 2009 12:40 EST lulu211 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/786/thumb.JPG?1254242817 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/786/detail.JPG?1254242817 https://s3.amazonaws.com/images.charitybuzz.com/images/786/large_list.JPG?1254242817