Look To The Stars News: Ralph Lauren

LTTS Exclusive: Lauren Bush Talks World Hunger

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 15:30:00 +0000

Lauren Bush – model, co-founder of FEED Projects and designer of the world renown charity FEED Bags – recently talked to Look To The Stars about her views on World Hunger.

World Hunger is your thing—you’re known for it, and esteemed for it. Was there someone, or something that inspired you?

Oprah Chats With Ralph Lauren For Charity

Thu, 27 Oct 2011 11:30:00 +0000

Oprah’s charity chat with Ralph Lauren in front of an audience at the Lincoln Center on Monday night raised more than $7 million for the fashion designer’s cancer care center in East Harlem.

Oprah chatted with Lauren in front of guests such as Michael J. Fox, Brian Williams, Anna Wintour, Martha Stewart and Naomi Watts at the event. Some proceeds from the event also went to the Lincoln Center.

The Ralph Lauren Center for Cancer Care and Prevention is a community based Center for the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer through new models of patient care, research, education and outreach designed to address the unique needs of the community. The Center, made possible by a generous gift from the Ralph Lauren Corporation, is a partnership with Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center. Located in East Harlem, New York, just one block from historic 125th Street, the Center features a warm, friendly environment where guests can count on personalized attention.

Hayden Panettiere Helps Launch Surfrider Charity Collection

Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:30:00 +0000

Actress Hayden Panettiere and pro-surfer/activist Rob Machado co-hosted the launch of the exclusive ‘Surfrider Collection’ for Bloomingdale’s in Santa Monica April 13 to benefit the Surfrider Foundation.

For a limited time only, the men’s department at 13 Bloomingdale’s stores nationwide will host to temporary pop-up shops-within-a-shop. Each shop will feature surf-inspired, beach loving apparel and accessories from designers exclusive to Bloomingdale’s in support of the Surfrider Foundation. The collection features designs by Polo Ralph Lauren RLX, Engineered Garments, Paul Smith, Gitman Bros., Altru, Sea Bags, Marc by Marc Jacobs, Industry of All Nations and more.  

Michael J. Fox Hosts Celebrity Charity Event At Ralph Lauren Store

Fri, 08 Apr 2011 14:00:00 +0000

On Thursday, April 7, Michael J. Fox and his wife, Tracy Pollan, hosted an evening of cocktails and charitable shopping at the Ralph Lauren Men’s store at 867 Madison Avenue to benefit The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research.

Michael J Fox and Tracy Pollan

Fashion Designers Launch Charity Auction For Japan

Wed, 06 Apr 2011 15:30:00 +0000

In response to the current crisis resulting from the Tohoku earthquake and tsunami that devastated Japan on March 11th, the Council of Fashion Designers of America (CFDA) Board of Directors is galvanizing the fashion industry’s participation in a “Fashion & Friends for Japan” fundraiser to benefit the victims of the natural disasters.

Kicking off on Tuesday, April 5th, the CFDA is hosting an online auction at luxury charity auction site charitybuzz.com. All proceeds will benefit the Japan Society’s Japan Earthquake Relief Fund, which will funnel 100% of the monies to front-line organizations in Japan assisting in the short and long-term recovery.

Ralph Lauren Launches Michael J. Fox Charity Dog Tags

Fri, 01 Apr 2011 15:00:00 +0000

Polo Ralph Lauren is collaborating with The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research to create an exclusive limited-edition Michael J. Fox Foundation Dog Tag and raise public awareness of Parkinson’s disease.

The dog tags will debut in April during Parkinson’s Awareness Month. Polo Ralph Lauren will donate one hundred percent of the net proceeds from the sale to support the Foundation and its mission to find a cure for the disease.

“The dog tag offers a simple, yet meaningful way to get involved and express solidarity with the millions of Parkinson’s patients and their loved ones worldwide,” said Tracy Pollan, actress, Foundation board member and wife of Michael J. Fox.

Justin Bieber Joins Celebrity Charity Auction To Save The Earth

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 15:30:00 +0000

Justin Bieber is one of the stars taking green to a whole new level with the online launch of the second annual celebrity charity Bid to Save the Earth Green Auction, a momentous live event and companion online auction to raise funds and awareness for the preservation and sustainability of our planet.

The online auction, powered by luxury charity auction company charitybuzz.com, launched on March 17, bringing hundreds of once-in-a-lifetime experiences in the realms of fashion, entertainment, business, sports, luxury and travel to the fingertips of bidders around the world. Proceeds will benefit four leading environmental nonprofits – Oceana, Natural Resources Defense Council, Conservation International and Central Park Conservancy – which collectively work at the local, national, and international scale to conserve nature for the long term well-being of people. Bidding is open through April 7 at www.charitybuzz.com/BidtoSaveTheEarth.

CharityBuzz.com's Top 15 Celebrity Charity Auctions Of 2010

Thu, 23 Dec 2010 15:30:00 +0000

CharityBuzz.com has seen everything from Lady Gaga’s couture costumes to a workout with Hugh Jackman hit the auction block to benefit great causes around the world this year. But nothing compares with the whopping price tags in the Top 15 Celebrity Auctions of 2010 list. These celebrities, and countless more, have helped charitybuzz raise $25 million for charity in 2010.

Jay-Z takes the title for highest grossing auction item, beating out former President Bill Clinton, Sir Paul McCartney, Prince William and Robert Pattinson for the number one spot with his $220,000 signed limited edition Audemars Piguet watch to benefit Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS.

While some charitybuzz favorites like Lady Gaga and Justin Bieber didn’t make the cut, their continued generosity still made a big impact. Lady Gaga raised more than $125,000 in total on charitybuzz this year, while Bieber raised more than $67,000 by auctioning off tickets and meet and greets along his tour. You can find the full list of the Top Grossing Celebrity Auction Packages below.

The Veronicas Say No To Fur With Gory Ad

Thu, 28 Oct 2010 15:30:00 +0000

Australian rockers The Veronicas are the latest celebrities to show their support for PETA with a gory ad.

The twin sisters are pictured holding two skinned animals in the anti-fur ad, with the phrase “Here’s the rest of your fur coat”.

Ralph Lauren Launches Celebrity Charity Auction

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:30:00 +0000

To mark the 10th anniversary of Pink Pony, Polo Ralph Lauren is launching its first Pink Pony Online Auction in partnership with luxury charity auction site charitybuzz.

The auction will showcase more than 200 unique, once-in-a-lifetime experiences offering bidders a chance to step into the world of Ralph Lauren. Whether it’s a Personal Tour of Ralph’s World-Famous Car Collection, a Day of Golf with Polo Golfer Tom Watson, a Weekend at Ralph’s Round Tree Villa in Jamaica, or VIP Front Row Tickets to Ralph’s Next NYC Fashion Show, nothing is off the table.

100% of net proceeds benefit The Pink Pony Fund for cancer research. The online auction began on October 1st and runs through October 21st at www.charitybuzz.com/RalphLauren.

Natalie Imbruglia Narrates PETA Anti-Fur Video

Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:00:00 +0000

Natalie Imbruglia has narrated a new anti-fur video released by PETA to coincide with London Fashion Week.

“There is no kind way to rip the skin off animals’ backs”, says Imbruglia. "Anyone who wears any fur shares the blame for the torture and gruesome deaths of millions of animals each year.

“Saving animals is as simple as choosing synthetic alternatives instead of real fur.”

Martina Navratilova Gets Behind Ralph Lauren's Pink Pony For Charity

Thu, 09 Sep 2010 14:00:00 +0000

A number of stars have been seen supporting the Ralph Lauren Foundation Pink Pony Campaign to fight cancer.

With a focus on breast cancer, Pink Pony supports programs for early diagnosis, education, treatment and research and is dedicated to bringing patient navigation and quality cancer care to medically underserved communities. Ten percent of proceeds from Pink Pony products benefits the Pink Pony Fund.

Tennis star Martina Navratilova has joined Macy Gray and Harry Potter star Helen McCrory in urging people to buy Ralph Lauren’s special charity fashion line.

Ashley Greene And Kelly Ripa Host Celebrity Charity Night For Ovarian Cancer

Mon, 09 Aug 2010 13:00:00 +0000

Super Saturday 13, deemed as the “Rolls Royce of garage sales,” attracted a bounty of celebrities for its annual sale on Saturday, July 31 in the Hamptons to benefit the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund (OCRF).

August 2010 Vogue cover girl Gwyneth Paltrow, supermodel Karlie Kloss, American designer Donna Karan, and celebrity stylist Rachel Zoe were among the superstars who enjoyed the family-friendly event. The celebrity support didn’t stop at the guests who came; over 200 designers including Calvin Klein, Ralph Lauren, Diane von Furstenberg, and Giorgio Armani contributed to the designer garage sale, with prices drastically slashed. Massages, spa treatments, and pedicures were offered by contributors such as The Physique 57 Pedicure Salon.

Hosted by Twilight star Ashley Greene and television personality Kelly Ripa, the event had much more activities such as a carnival just for children, a luxury raffle, and plenty of gourmet treats. At Camp Divalysscious, there were performances, arts and crafts, s’mores, and personalized tee-shirts for kids.

Get On The Virtual Catwalk With The Stars For Breast Cancer

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 13:00:00 +0000

Sarah Ferguson is one of a number of British celebrities who have taken part in a celebrity modelling campaign to raise money for breast cancer.

Singer and actor Duncan James, Radio One DJ Sara Cox, TV presenter June Sarpong, model Abigail Clancy – girlfriend to England footballer Peter Crouch – Olympic swimmer and Strictly Come Dancing contestant Mark Foster, Britain’s Next Top Model judge Gerry DeVeaux, Leah Wood, Jade Jagger, and singer Bryan Ferry have also signed on to support the Million Model Catwalk campaign of Fashion Targets Breast Cancer.

The campaign is a unique and exciting example of using cyberspace to raise awareness of a disease. Users can visit millionmodelcatwalk.com to watch themselves model on the virtual catwalk alongside the ten celebrities by simply uploading a photo and choosing clothes from the FTBC range. The actual clothes are also on sale.