Outfit Post: Harvest Home Benefit

 

Lace Back Dress: H&M (old)

Shoes: Zara

Earrings: Jewelmint "Jackie O"

Bag: Vintage

Earlier in the week, Billy and I got a wonderful invitation to attend a benefit in honor of The Harvest Home, an amazing non-profit organization here in LA. So last night, we got dressed up and headed over to the gorgeous Casa Del Mar hotel. I was incredibly touched by the testimonies given by the staff and alumnae. Learning about their stories and what The Harvest Home does really got me thinking..

 

Located in Venice, this large family home hosts pregnant women who need to seek refuge from dangerous or crisis situations they're facing. This group provides not only food and shelter for these moms-to-be/new moms, but they also provide programs that prepare these women to re-gain stability in their life.Whether it's financial, emotional, or spiritual guidance they're seeking, I was really moved to see just how much Harvest Home can make a difference in a woman's life. And during the dinner I was feeling extremely convicted and thought a lot about the goals I set back in January. I'm hoping I can get more involved...

 

On a side note, I finally had a good hair day... and I did it on my own! Not perfect... but at least it finally didn't look like a 2 year old did my hair... :)

 

An excuse to dress up and learn about a fabulous charity?! Double Score! Hope you guys have a wonderful Monday!!

TOMS Summer of Sight Program

By now, almost everyone is familiar with TOMS and their "One for One"™ program. But just in case you don't, it's a fabulous system that approaches "giving back" in a fresh new way. For every pair of shoes that one person buys, TOMS donates a pair of shoes to someone in need.

Continuing to grow their brand, TOMS has traveled further down the path of provision with a new endeavor: Sight. They recently launched an eyewear collection and this One-For-One™  is pretty special too! For ever pair of eyeglasses purchased, someone will receive the eye care that he or she needs. This can mean a variety of things from an eye exam, to actual glasses or even surgery.

This summer, TOMS introduced Summer Of Sight. A program set to help restore sight to 100,000 people before the end of the summer. That's a huge number to hit, but guess what? They're already halfway there. At this very moment they've helped 53,066. Let's help them hit that 6 digit target! Start your shopping here. There's a variety of colors, shapes and styles at different price points so I'm sure you'll find exactly what you're looking for. Check out the below video for more info:

Though we may take for granted the ease of protecting our tootsies or eyes, this gift can make a mega-impact on these groups. Especially children, who can begin breaking the cycle of sickness, poverty, and lack of education. Yes, that is the difference one pair {of either} can make. So what are you waiting for? Get shopping!

image via TOMS