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San Francisco — Who doesn’t love sitting front-row center at a fashion show watching lithe models strut galantly down the runway in cool clothes. I know I jump at the opportunity and even more so if it benefits a good cause. The Beauty of Life Sickle Cell Awareness Charity Fashion Show, coordinated by Juanita Scott, a stylist and fashion show producer — is one such event. I recently caught up with Scott to discuss the show, the charity, and her mission for bringing the two together.
The Chic Spy: What inspired you to have a charity fashion show for Sickle Cell Anemia?
Juanita Scott: Sickle Cell Anemia has been affecting people of color for many years. My goal is to combine the two things that mean the most to me and present it to the public; fashion and Sickle Cell Anemia. Fashion is my passion but my sister is my heart. For 23 years of my life, I have been a carrier of the sickle cell trait. For 30 years my sister has been in and out of the hospital over a 100 times due to the Sickle Cell Anemia disease.
TCS: What is a least known fact about the Sickle Cell disease?
JS: Sickle Cell Anemia is not a well known disease but those who know about sickle cell generally dont know that this disease not only affect people whose ancestors come from Africa but also from the Mediterranean countries such as Greece, Turkey, and Italy; the Arabian Peninsula; India; and Spanish-speaking regions in South America, Central America, and parts of the Caribbean. This event is an important step towards educating the general public and raising additional funds for research and treatment.
TCS: What do guests have to look forward to at the fashion show?
JS: My guest should look forward to seeing great fashions and having a good time while giving back.
Event Information:
Friday, October 8, 2010
Jillian’s at Metreon
101 4th Street #1070
San Francisco, CA 94103
For more information on the event and to purchase tickets, visit beautyoflifefashionshow.com.
Fashion Designers
Featured Designer:
James Head has a career that spans more than 20 years. He’s designed for major stars in the music industry, corporations, and private individuals. James was the featured designer for MC Hammer at the height of his popularity and his hip-hop styled Sag Wear Jeans brand could be found at various department stores nationwide.
James Head’s designs have graced the covers of rolling “Stone,” “Ebony,” “People,” “Jet,” “Essence,” and “Right On Magazine.” James established Headworks Designs Company and went on to create costumes for events such as the Grammys, Billboard, and the American Music Award shows. His work has also been featured on Oprah and Arsenio Hall. James has been the recipient of the Soul Beat Designer of the Year for ten years consecutively. James Head is currently the executive producer and the lead designer of the Northern California’s largest fashion show, SKIN IS IN. James has also designed for the NBA Golden State Warriors’ Cheerleaders for the last seven years, and for the Sacramento Kings dance team for four years.
Designer Lineup:
Dao Thabthimkoson – Academy of Art University Alumni
Nancy DeLos Reyes – Academy of Art University Alumni
Dahae Elyse Kim – Academy of Art University Alumni
Anya Z – Academy of Art University Student
Marianne Faulkner – Academy of Art University Student
Jewelry – Gallery of Jewels
The event is sponsored by the following companies:
Bare Minerals
Jillians
Pigment Cosmetics
Penelope Spa
Cabot Vermont
Chicly Yours,
The Chic Spy
