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52 Thursdays Celebrates Fashion For Paws 2014

Michelle Martin — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 13:12:00 +0000

We were very fortunate to both attend Fashion for Paws this year which was held at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. You can always count us in for charity events especially when animals are involved! For those of you who have not heard of this runway show, it is a nationally acclaimed luxury brand event to help benefit the Washington Humane Society. The models who walk in the show agree to raise a minimum of $5,000 in just 10 weeks leading up to the event by taking part in a friendly fundraising competition. They are the bread and butter of this amazing fundraiser. We had so much fun watching these models strut down the aisle with their pups by their side, wearing the latest pieces that DC’s local luxury retailers carry. They were able to raise over $404k by the end of it all AND helped numerous sheltered doggies find forever homes that night! Such a fun event to attend, combining our two favorite things…fashion and dogs! Brilliant idea. Check out what we wore to the event and the shots we captured below: Michelle is wearing- Dress: Herve Leger; Blazer: ALC (old, find similar here); Necklace: Auden; Shoes: Jimmy Choo; Clutch: Hunting […]

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Charity Spin Ride for Recovering Heroes

Michelle Martin — Wed, 19 Mar 2014 12:00:18 +0000

Spin away to support an amazing organization, Patton Veterans Project and our Nation’s Hero’s!! Sarah and I are beyond excited to participate in this upcoming event to help support our recovering heroes. Who wouldn’t want to support a great cause while burning some calories and getting our bodies in shape for spring! Come join us on March 29th, 2014 from 4:00-5:00pm at ZenGo Cycle!! 4866 Cordell Ave., Bethesda with host Elizabeth McClure $35 Per Person; Reserve your bike online at: www.zengocycle.com Growing up as a military brat, this charity hits very close to my heart. Our military personnel have served for us and now we have a chance to do something in return for them. 100% of the proceeds go directly to Patton Veterans Project’s I Was There Film Workshops. Healing Our Vets From Post-Traumatic Patton Veterans Project, Inc.–Come Join a Fantastic Cause. About Patton Veterans Project, Inc. – Patton Veterans Project works directly with soldiers undergoing treatment for post- traumatic stress. Participants take part in the multi day, I Was there Film Workshops. Following an interactive lecture on film theory and storytelling, soldiers collaborate to conceive, shoot and edit short films. These workshops are designed to help them make sense […]

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The Giving Keys Giveaway: Winner

admin — Sun, 02 Mar 2014 16:28:00 +0000

And the winner is….Regan Olafson! Congrats Regan we will be shipping your necklace out as soon as we are able to dig our way out of our driveways. Hope everyone is having a wonderful snow day! xoxo Sarah and Michelle

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Goods that Give Back + GIVEAWAY

admin — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 12:03:50 +0000

I know we have all suffered from buyers remorse at one point or another on something ridiculously overpriced or something we really didn’t need. But I will tell you one thing, these items we are about to show you will not only leave you feeling great about your purchase but you will feel like you are contributing to something way bigger. We have rounded up some of the coolest items on the market that we think you will absolutely adore but also that will help many people around the world. Also, The Giving Keys were kind enough to donate the necklace pictured below for us to give away to one lucky reader! Please read below for more details. Giving Keys Never Ending Necklace: It all started with a New York hotel room key. Founder, actress/singer, Caitlin Crosby, wore the key as a necklace and had the idea to start engraving old, used keys with inspirational words. She encouraged people to wear these necklaces and then ‘pay it forward’ by giving someone the necklace who needs the message more. Caitlin started the company with a couple, that she met on the street, that were desperately in need of a home and work. […]

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