Fashion sCares, the 22nd Annual Fashion Cares Gala and Runway Show

Picture perfect witches, devils swathed in couture, and a fancy costume party extravaganza will be the scene at this year’s annual Fashion Cares Gala in the heart of Toronto on Saturday, November 1st, 2008. The event will feature a silent and live auction that will run simultaneously with an online auction launching tonight, October 24th, 2008 at www.auctionwire.com/fashioncares. Whether you stay at home or come out to party with Toronto’s most fashionable, this is the first year where everyone has access to the hot-ticket auction items that have usually been reserved for event attendees.  

Some of the must-have items in the silent and online auction include trips provided by Via Rail Canada, exquisite jewelry from Bejewel by Trudy Gallagher Ltd., Experimental Inc., Barclay Jewelers, and Gucci Group Watches, tickets for a night out at the theatre to watch two of the most talked-about Broadway shows, “Dirty Dancing” and “The Sound of Music”, romantic overnight stays with benefits at the plush Sutton Place Hotel, Suite at 1 King West, and the Cosmopolitan Toronto Hotel, high-end Oscar de la Renta and Lambertson Truex ladies evening clutches, gift certificates to popular restaurants, relaxing days at the spa, gift baskets, make-up consultations, and many more indulgent must-have items to ward away the winter blues!

If you’re ready to leave the cold behind and travel to exotic countries for adventures you’ve only dreamed of, the live auction will tempt you to bid on exclusive trips to Tokyo for a seven-night stay at the beautiful Hotel Nikko Tokyo, a 5-night stay in the glittering city of Hong Kong with guided tours of the island, get lost in the luxurious villa’s of the Karma Sumai Resort where your private pool overlooks the vast clear-blue ocean, or enjoy a 3-night whirlwind of Italian festivities with 2 tickets to the “Life Ball”, the spectacular annual charity event in Vienna where celebrities and the rich come together to celebrate the diversity of the world and support the fight against HIV and AIDS. If you prefer to take a shorter vacation however, you can bid on a chance to win a personal tour and custom designed piece of jewelry from renowned jeweler Richard Booth of Richard Booth Fine Jewelry or enjoy an LG “Scarlett” Package which comes with a full home entertainment system, so enjoy any of your favorite movies theatre-style!

The gala will feature outstanding performances, high fashion, and an amazing runway show during the dinner theatre evening. The fancy dress costume affair is a marvelous excuse to dress up and show you care for Fashion Cares. This 20-year tradition of providing a night of entertainment and fundraising helps benefit the AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT). So come down in your fancy dress and enjoy a night of spooky frivolities for a Fashion Cares scare-a-thon and know that you’re supporting a worthy cause!

About the AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT)
Founded in 1983, the AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT) provides information, as well as practical, emotional and social support services to men, women and youth living with HIV/AIDS in Toronto. We also help people with HIV/AIDS to re-enter the work force. That's why it's time to act.

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The Official Kylie Minogue Annual

This Stunning Pillowcase has been designed to create that elegant look and feel. Created from a 180 thread count 100% Cotton reverse and 100% polyester satin face, finished with a 100% polyester overlay, to give you an easy care fabric that is very long lasting, beautifully smooth that can only be Kylie. "One of life's great luxuries is to be at home" **PLEASE NOTE THIS IS FOR ONE PILLOWCASE ONLY, OTHER ACCESSORIES ARE AVAILABLE IN OUR AMAZON STORE**

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Smile Foundation offers its annual auction in Miami

smile Fund going again on Tuesday, December 11, in popular urban contemporary restaurant, Wynwood kitchen & bar with & 06:00 pm to 09:00 pm celebrate the night for smiles.  Smile Foundation fourth annual event in Miami, promises to raise funds for various funds in Bolivia and Colombia. Funds collected on this night will be distributed to local organizations for the implementation of effective projects thanks to the help of Conexion Colombia and Bolivia smiles Foundation. On the night the promise — to deliver presents to thousands of children in December and in addition, the development of education in the rural sector. Conscience and glamour, under one roof.

The smiles Foundation is a philanthropic group that aims to support, through the provision of economic assistance and reach many smiles.  This year the night for smiles offers a cocktail reception in the Wynwood kitchen & bar, located at 2550 N.W. 2nd Avenue, Miami, Florida. The space will offer a unique experience, surrounded by art and relaxing atmosphere where guests can enjoy a wide range of international wines as Marqués de Riscal and Epica and toast for this wonderful event. The magic of the night will be a silent auction, which will offer unique items commemorative value.  This year, recognized brands, such as Silvia Tcherassi, Avianca and Viceroy Hotel, will donate items and services.

Smiles Fund was established in 1992 by a group of friends who share the ideal of offering Christmas full of happiness to thousands of children in South America.  "I watched as many children in Bogotá, Colombia commemorated this date."  said Alfonso Jaramillo, a creator Of smiles. "Unfortunately it was not warm houses; Instead, he was on the cold street without smileys and presents.  This made me reflect and inspire others. "the inspiration that led to the creation of the Foundation and its late night smile smiles, fundraising event. The annual event is a resounding success last year, where he raised more than 19000 dollars that helped 8350 children thanks to donated 37 articles that include autographed guitars of Shakira. This year will certainly not be an exception.  

In this edition of the Latin stars like Shakira and others will join the cause by donating to the long and valued list of auction items.  As an added feature the event will offer live mystery show, where guests will share the main ingredient of the night, a warm smile.   The realization of this major project would not have been possible without the invaluable cooperation of those people who believe in unlimited smiles that smile Foundation will bring thousands of children.  Similarly, his production has been important allies valuable support companies who joined their services to succeed in the night. For more information, please contact Paola de Castro: paola@mandrakepr.com.

THE WYNWOOD KITCHEN & BAR

Wynwood kitchen & bar & is a perfect combination of cutting edge art, famous music and Miami style cuisine.  FEATURING frescoes, paintings and sculptures, acclaimed artists Shepard Fairey, Christian thrill and David Benjamin Sherry and programming, curated by Grammy-winning flutist Nestor Torres, WKB serves as the perfect backdrop for a menu of Chef Miguel Aguilar global Latin small plates and a creative artist inspired cocktails.  Wynwood kitchen & bar serves lunch and dinner daily and is located at 2550 N.W. 2nd Avenue. Phone: (305) 722-8959. www.wynwoodkitchenandbar.com

ABOUT EPICA

Imported from Chile, the Epica is about turning right now in forever, where you are; the purpose of which is to help you turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Join our community of curators and clued in to explore the epic life creators.  www.epicawines.com

ABOUT MARQUES DE RISCAL

Throughout its history, the Marqués de Riscal has always been an innovative company, pioneering and referent wine sector in constant transformation. We make original, fresh, elegant and easy to drink wine. Since our inception we have had a clear exporting vocation. Today we are present in almost 100 countries to which we export 60% of our production. www.marquesderiscal.com

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12 Annual Latin Grammy Awards Shakira & Dionne of power!

Power lively petite (5'1?) Dionne has been Shakira world tour stage lighting for the last couple of years and this week (11-10) Dionne was in Las Vegas will perform live on the 12 Annual Grammy latinos with Shakira! Dionne is currently a featured dancer in several world tours with Platinum acts such as Usher, sleep, TLC and Kevin Lyttle!  Their recent live performances are America's Got Talent, American Music Awards and the Latin music awards!

Dionne is also featured in a half a dozen music videos MTV is playing, including Shakira, Usher, Snoop Dogg, ayat and Sean Paul! During his recent interview on the hour of Petite beautiful Dionne confessed that the entertainment industry pressure has its Dodge a little. Get the full article and video of Shakira Latin Grammy in http://bellapetite.com/12th-annual-latin-grammys-shakira-...

Magazine PETITE BELLA Enter the Petite beauty Cover Girl and model petite publishing search!  You must be subscribed to the free model search. Magazine beautiful Petite is fashion, entertainment and lifestyle for women 5' 5 height & low. "Petite is fit and full-figured."Subscribe to the journal judgment today free Petite Bella! BellaPetite.com mission is to create the acceptance of fashion for petite women 5'5 "& smaller. We are a web community, produce a weekly radio show and a fashion digital magazine. BellaPetite.com is taking on the height of the industry standards in a discriminatory manner.

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