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J.Crew: Garments for Good
Hi friends!
Have you stepped into a J.Crew lately? Amongst all the cashmere oversize sweaters, sparkly jewelry and loafers they are carrying a collection of items for local and international charitable organizations. The items are super cute and J.Crew is giving each organization 100% of the net proceeds! Some of the organizations they have partnered with are: DonorsChoose, Teach for America, David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, National Park Foundation, Baby Buggy and UNICEF. Along with donations, some J.Crew stores have dedicated shopping nights for charities. So awesome! You should check if your local J.Crew has any events coming up!
Below are some of the J.Crew “garments for good” being sold in stores and online now. 🙂
J.Crew for Donorschoose.org tee
Women’s J.Crew for David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant tee
Kids’ crewcuts for David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust elephant tee
Mens J.Crew for DSWT Elephant Tee Shirt
Exposed
Hi friends!
On Tuesday, I took a short trip to the Museum at FIT. My cousin had emailed me about a temporary lingerie exhibit that they were having called: “Exposed-A History of Lingerie” . The exhibit showcased the fashion evolution of lingerie starting from the 18th century until the present. The pieces were all very beautiful and each piece told a story about a woman’s life and personality.
Truth be told, I have always been a bit obsessed with lingerie. Honestly, what you wear underneath is just as important as your outfit. I would argue it’s even more important. Ever notice how the wrong bra can mess up an entire outfit? Hello!! Hehe. Also, get ready to go shopping after you leave because the exhibit will leave you with a desire to splurge on new silky pajamas!
So, if you have some time, go to the Museum at FIT and check it out-the exhibit is available until November 15.
Check out my faves from the exhibit. 🙂
Lingerie from the 1950s at the Fashion Institute museum. Credit Linda Rosier for The New York Times
Warner Bros. corset / Silk, satin, coraline, c.1889, USA | Photo by Eileen Costa copyright MFIT
Cadolle corselet / Satin, lace, elastic, c.1933, France | Photo: Eileen Costa copyright MFIT
Eileen Fisher
Have you ever visited Eileen Fisher’s website? If not, do it now {then come back to my post; of course ;)}. What you will find is a fashion company that doesn’t only believe in philanthropy but has deeply weaved social responsibility from manufacturing all the garments she sells to the very core of the company. Eileen Fisher sees ” business as movement” meaning that she drives her company as an agent of change. The company even has a human rights leader in charge of making sure factories abroad are not part of human trafficking. Locally, stores nationwide host fundraising events, book readings and even knitting sessions. Along with all that, Eileen also founded a leadership institute focused on empowering women and girls and a grant program for women entrepreneurs that are themselves agents of change for women and girls.
Honestly, I’m giving you a small glimpse of all the awesome things this company does. I could spend hours writing about how they pick organic cotton for the garments they sell or how they even created a recycling program where the proceeds go to empowering girls. I mean, aren’t they just perfect? Well, maybe not perfect, but they sure do come close…
Now go and browse some of their beautiful garments and shop because now you know that buying from Eileen Fisher won’t only make you look beautiful but will make you feel great that today you contributed to a greater cause.
Below are some of my favorite fall pieces. 😉
Classic Collar Shirt In Crinkle Silk Crepe
Sweater poncho
Leather Sleeve Cardigan
Hi!
My my name is Lourdes. I live in Brooklyn with my husband,Thomas. I decided to write a lifestyle blog, because I needed a creative outlet where I could share things that make me happy.
A year ago (or longer) I had an “epiphany” and I found myself wanting to change the career I had planned and dedicated my time to for years and I sat (walked..meditated..spoke to my girlfriends…etc..lol) and did some deep reflection and found that I didn’t have to give up a career in human rights. So I asked myself what could I do with a Masters in Global Affairs and 7 years of retail experience? And so this is how, Please, do Tell, was born. I will write about fashion brands that look beyond just making a profit. These brands have realized that they have a social responsibility to make the world a better place. Nevermind those that say you can’t glam it up and do good at the same time! You definitely can! 🙂
When I am not blogging, I enjoy traveling, working out, trying new restaurants, exploring different coffee-shops, volunteering and reading a good book.
Please, Do tell 