Between Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, organizing family events, wild spending, tantrums and inevitable stress, it’s easy to lose track of the real spirit of the holiday season. The glimmer of hope is the reminder that the act of giving, in itself, is remarkably satisfying—not to mention thoughtful. While donations can be made throughout the year to your charity of choice, here are some …
Alpine outerwear brand Moncler is no stranger to hosting events above and beyond the already high expectations of New York Fashion Week. This season, however, in place of future-forward operas and shifting couple-based performance art, the label (once again) partnered with amfAR for an exhibition of social relevance. On Friday, 9 September 2015, Moncler chairman Remo Ruffini and amfAR CEO Kevin Robert Frost debuted original …
The Foundation for AIDS Research (aka amfAR) has joined forces with London-born, NYC-based artist Shantell Martin for a limited edition collaboration beach towel to raise awareness and funds for an HIV/AIDS cure. Born out of brainstorming sessions, the black and white towel encapsulates Martin’s trademark style and a strong message: “Be epic, cure AIDS.” We spoke with Martin about the product and the process, and …
