Top Designers Unite for UNICEF

Several of today's most prestigious fashion designers have come together in support of underprivileged children. Chanel, Jeal Paul Gaultier, Givenchy, and Christian Dior have agreed to contribute to the creation of designer dolls specifically for the benefit of the United Nations Children Fund, commonly known as UNICEF.

All of the proceeds from the dolls — named Les Frimousses (translation: little faces) — will be used to vaccinate children in Darfur. To date, 43% of children in Darfur who have been treated for severe acute malnutrition have received treatment directly as a result of UNICEF's efforts to maintain a significant humanitarian operation since the crisis began in 2003.

For nearly a decade, UNICEF has helped an incredible number of children and families by providing lifesaving actions and necessities. Now, these world-renowned fashion houses will increase UNICEF's efforts at their designer dolls' auction on Tuesday, Dec. 13 at the Drouot-Montaigne in Paris.

Text Brittney Schering
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Trick or Treat

A while ago I posted about the wonderfully chic and feel good “FEED Guatemala 3” bag, created by FEED Projects in support of the country’s female artisans (who hand make the bags) to provide funding which helps UNICEF supply micro nutrient supplements to the children of Guatemala. Just in time for Halloween and in honor of the 60th anniversary of Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF, Lauren Bush, model and former president George W. Bush’s niece, has worked with UNICEF on an adorable tote to hold your stash of goodies ($13.20). What’s more, an additional $3.50 will be donated to the U.S. Fund for UNICEF by HSN for every bag purchased on hsn.com. Once again FEED Projects proves that fashion and philanthropy go hand in hand.

Text Jessica Best