The Anti-Aging Benefits of Hyaluronic Acid
It’s a rather harsh-sounding name, isn’t it? Hy-a-lur-onic acid. But don’t let that scare you off. Hyaluronic acid has been a safe, key ingredient in effective beauty products for over ten years. But more importantly, it has been an important component of your skin since you were born. Essentially, hyaluronic …
The English-Speaking Union Hosts the 2015 Ascot Ball
Saturday, June 13th was An Evening at the Raffles Hotel for guests of the English-Speaking Union’s annual Ascot Ball, an event that raises money for the nonprofit. The non-political organization’s mission is an educational one, working to “provide meaningful cultural and educational programs that enrich the lives of thousands of middle …
Celebrating Sensational Broadway: The 69th Annual Tony Awards
Electricity was in the air in New York City as Radio Music Hall hosted the 69th Annual Tony Awards showcasing Broadway’s best talent for the 2014-2015 season among 29 distinctive categories. Hosted by Kristin Chenoweth and Alan Cumming, this show business spectacular was presented by the Broadway League and the …
2015 Islamic Fashion Festival Takes on Cannes
Thanks to the crafty works of the media, Islam has been programmed into the minds of most Americans as a faith passionate about war, darkness, oppression, and terror. Those who truly know Islam, however, see past the bad seeds that exist in every country. Focusing on the rich origin of …
Recapping the 2015 Cannes Film Festival and amfAR Gala
A highlight of my year is traveling to the beautiful French Riviera to attend the Cannes Film Festival and amfAR gala. Springtime in this beautiful southern region of France becomes the perfect setting for one of the most prestigious events of the movie industry. Actors, filmmakers, activists, and enthusiasts gathered …
Over $170,000 Raised By the Driehaus Design Initiative
The Driehaus Design Initiative has been working “to promote and encourage design education and to foster public appreciation and understanding of all aspects of fashion design and history” for over a decade. Since 2002, the nonprofit has organized the Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence, a fashion and award show that …
Roslyn Kind Returns to 54 Below
Roslyn Kind’s two-decade absence from the New York stage ended last year when she performed a sold-out run at 54 Below, the intimate Manhattan restaurant and lounge.
Bill Hogan & “Battle for Free Speech”
Bill Hogan has been an inspiration to the film industry in Chicago for decades. When I first met him, I was impressed by how devoted he was to fostering the growth of the film industry in our city. As an actress at that time, I thought how wonderful it would …
A Silver Lining Foundation : “Glitz and Glamour”
A Silver Lining Foundation, an organization dedicated to providing mammograms and additional diagnostic testing to those in need. Last month I had the pleasure of attending a fashion show fundraiser and luncheon that benefitted a very worthy cause. On Wednesday, March 18th, guests filled the Gold Coast Room of the …
Celebrity Fight Night Returns to Knock Out Parkinson’s
Since its beginnings twenty years ago, Celebrity Fight Night has grown into one of the nation’s premiere charity events. By harnessing the star power of A-list celebrities, millions of dollars are raised for organizations like the Muhammad Ali Parkinson Center at Barrow Neurological Institute in Phoenix.
