Fashion Gives Back: The Corsage Marathon!

We all remember dreaming about our dream prom dress. Whether it was pale yellow with lace and sequins all over or puffy enough to resemble a wedding gown, it was all something that we will never forget.

As some of you may know, The Corsage Project is an organization that provides free formal gowns and accessories to Toronto high school girls, who are cannot afford to buy a brand new sparkling dress for prom. Even if you haven't had the chance to volunteer for one of the Corsage events, you still have the chance to give back at The Corsage Marathon!

No stilettos for this run, it is serious running shoes if you would like to take some time and give back to a worthy cause. On Sunday, September 26th, 2010 you can take part in the 5km run/walk, half marathon or marathon and all you have to do is click here to find out all the details.

Enjoy!

Amanda
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Fashion Plus Charity = TNT's Four Day Family Charity Sale Event

Staring today and ending on Sunday, May 30th, 2010, the fashionable TNT stores will be having a four day family charity event!

If you visit the store this weekend and donate a minimum of $10 you will receive 25% off all merchandise and receive a chance to win a $500 gift certificate! What better way to shop with a purpose? Not only will you be gaining new additions to your wardrobe but you will also be helping out those in need.

What is the charity you ask? None other than the Ve'ahavta's First Breakfast Program which is aligned with TNT's commitment to giving children the right start to their morning. Even better, 100% of all the donations made at TNT go to the Ve'ahavta's First Breakfast Program, so be sure to stop by your nearest TNT and shop with a cause.

For more information click here.

Enjoy!

Amanda

Fashion Gives Backs: Strut for a Cure

As the temperature rises and the summer approaches us, so does the array of summer time fashion events. This is year we have a charitable fashion event to kick off the summer season!

On Thursday, May 27th, 2010 we have Strut for a Cure, a fashion and music experience that features the looks of Todd Lynn, an appearance by Canadian supermodel, Coco Rocha with a musical performance by Dragonette. This fabulous experience will be hosted by none other than Canadian fashion legend, Jeanne Beker and it all goes to benefit the Coast to Coast Against Cancer Foundation, an organization that focusses on finding a cure for children's cancer.

This event will be accompanied by delicious cocktails and tasty treats. For more information click here and be sure to support this fabulous event for a fabulous cause!

Amanda

Frugal Fashion Week Media Launch Party!

It may be have been a steamy evening on the launch of Toronto's first-ever Frugal Fashion Week, but that did not stop the industry, media and local shoppers from celebrating an event that is all about supporting local businesses.

Held at Chasse Gardee on 1084 Queen Street West the event was kicked off with socializing, sipping Vitamin Water and dining on some good ole' Canadian poutine. Attracting advocates for small businesses and entrprenueurs, Chasse Gardee offered 50 to 80% off their regular priced shoes all for a bid to bring recessionistas and the local community together. Owner Daniela Bosco is no stranger to giving back, with a community service background her store has been know to hosting clothing swaps with the additional clothing going to charity. Her number one tip for being a frugal fashionista? "Whatever you buy (make sure) it is something that you will wear forever".

The underlying theme of the event was all about giving back to local businesses and celebrating your love of fashion on a dime. Founder of Frugal Fashion Week and creator of B.Skin Bath and Beauty, Gillian Downes found her inspiration for the event to be the poor economy and lack of attention for small businesses. For her, Frugal Fashion Week is all about supporting your city and giving back to the community. In fact, proceeds of the fashionable event go to Windfall, Canada's new clothing bank. Fashion after all, is not only about creative expression, it is also about supporting young design talent and small businesses. By doing that, you will also be benefitting the economy and help bring entreprenuers the kind of business they deserve.

Downes feels that it is important to show some love for all levels of retail, "buy an expensive pair of shoes, but save on a basic t-shirt" she says. With high hopes for Frugal Fashion Week including expansions in Hamilton, Windsor and even Athens, Greece, I have no doubt that wherever she goes the event will be nothing but a success.

Make sure to check out the official launch party tonight at West Queen West's, The Social. Enjoy a bar top fashion show and midnight madness sale at 69 Vintage. Doors open at 8pm with a $5 admission. Click here to RSVP http://www.frugalfashionweek.com/ffwevents.htm

Amanda