Photo Credits Ralph Notaro
This is a milestone in my career and is extremely special as my first major endorsement. I am grateful to have the opportunity to channel my two passions; philanthropy and style.
Time and time again, people always ask me what the most rewarding part of philanthropy is. My motivation to be involved was sparked by the lives of others who are persevering through the various challenges life handed them. I tell them one of the most amazing gifts I have received in life is the opportunity to be face to face with hope; pure, simple hope. It is one of the basic human emotions, but certainly the hardest to portray in times of adversity.
I am so proud of everything the Kelly by Kelly Killoren Bensimon line stands for. I have known many individuals who courageously battled Breast Cancer, and have seen their lives change through each and every step of fight. From enduring long hours of chemotherapy, invasive surgeries, and even when in remission, the lingering thought of the cancer returning, this disease tests the ultimate strength of those affected.
As the mother of two daughters, I want to make sure they grow up in a world where there is a cure to Breast Cancer and that they are never forced to lose a loved one to this disease.
I am very grateful to Bobby Campbell, CEO of BBC International, for allowing the vision and creativity of this line to come to life. You have paved the way for my first major endorsement, and it has been a pleasure creating this chic and philanthropic ballet flat with you. In addition, your generous donation to the The Breast Cancer Research Foundation, speaks volumes of your commitment to this cause, and I cannot thank you enough.
I would also like to thank Seth Campbell for your amazing collaboration with the line. Your experience working at Manolo Blahnik, my favorite shoe designer couldn’t have been a more perfect fit for this line. You have helped me produce a fashionable version that will make great style democratic and affordable.
To Senada Adzem, Robbie Finke Franklin, and Jaimesen Sotolongo, thank you for helping me see this through. You are amazing women and I am lucky to share this venture with you.
Finally, I would to thank all the individuals in my life who have helped me achieve my philanthropic purpose. With the Kelly by Kelly Killoren Bensimon line, I will now go forward and be able to create hope for millions of those affected by Breast Cancer. This shoe line is my way of commending those individuals while funding for a cure. Every shoe sold, $3.00 will go to the The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.
Kelly’s Photo Diary
This week, I shot the cover photo for my upcoming book — “I Can Make You Hot” — which St. Martin’s Press is releasing in spring 2012.
For me, being “hot” is having confidence and taking leaps of faith without regret. For the St. Martin’s art director, Ervin Serrano, inspiration came from some photos taken by Seth Sabal, which evoke the new all-American girl: great hair, great smile, fresh feeling, and an easy and relaxed look.
All this book-cover image talk got me thinking about bringing the idea of the iconic all-American ’70s “Breck Girl” (of shampoo-commercial fame), back to the streets of New York in a modern way.
Some of my favorite pieces for reinventing the “Breck Girl”: H&M sequin styles, a fedora by Theory, Rogan’s Svelte Skinny Jeans, Prada oxford loafers, ’40s-inspired sapphire-blue silk blouses from Calypso St. Barth, and or red patent Repetto ballet flats (which my ex-husband got for me on his trip to Paris – so thoughtful!).
When wearing these styles, fashion lovers, make sure you always channel cool .
My Personal Note to “The Real Housewives of New York” Fans
To all the Real Housewives of New York Fans and Viewers,
I’m so grateful for the overwhelming support I’ve received from all of you. I hope you enjoyed my run on the show.
Stay tuned for I’m just getting started.
Love,
So, this is what it looks like. Lights, camera, and lots of action. Filming for tv is so much fun especially when you get to talk about what you love. For this show, ( to be mentioned soon) I was able to show how to decorate with what you love, and how to make something inexpensive look priceless. My talking points: be a hoarder (collect what you love), change your apt/ house regularly, add paint, wallpaper, a new mirror to inspire yourself, and decorate with what you love. Show off your fav books and items, and NEVER be afraid to be proud of where you have been and what you’ve learned.
Stay tuned!
Photo by : Robin Marchant / Wire Image
I don’t care what anyone says about “Toddlers and Tiaras” . These girls are cute, sweet, and having fun with the assets God gave them, and of course makeup enhancement. Don’t hate the player, hate the game. One little girl even gave me a bead from her hat as a “I like you” present. I went there to be the MC, and I left with seven friends who felt so good about themselves. I couldn’t have had more fun today.
Thank you Ciccabella for the opportunity to meet the girls and see your cozy cowgirl slippers.
My daughters had a bake sale on September 11, 2011 for the New York Fire Department. We will remember September 11, 2001, how will you remember it? What will you do to make a change?
Go to the website of 911 Day.org and and support the cause. God bless America and those and all those families who lost their loved ones on 9|11 . We will NEVER forget!
WIN this “Radio Head” Leather Bracelet from the Kelly by Kelly Killoren Bensimon Collection .
Choose which of Kelly’s Fashion Week outfits was your favorite, and post the designer name which is below the each image, as your answer on her Facebook Page. The automated random winner will win the “Nail Head” Leather Bracelet from Kelly’s jewelry collection. Good Luck!
Photo by Steve Eichner
Outfit by : JILL STUART
Photo by Jason Kempin Getty Images
Outfit by : ALICE + OLIVIA
Photo by Jason Kempi Getty Images
Outfit by : J.CREW
Photo by Bauer Griffin
Outfit by : OPENING CEREMONY
Photo by Paul Zimmerman Getty Images
Outfit by : THEORY
9/11 made a huge impact on me! As a young mom of two babies, I was downtown in my apartment, blocks away from the Twin Towers. I took my daughter outside to walk the dogs and found us both confronted by people running from downtown covered in white. I told my daughter who was 2 at the time, that it was snow.
That night we had dinner in a neighborhood restaurant, as I had no kitchen at the time. We paid for the dinners of all the Firefighters who dined next to us. Some didn’t come back the next night, or the night after.
Thank you, New York City for the amazing work our Police and Firefighters performed then and continue to perform. My heart goes out to all the families who have suffered a loss due to 9/11.
I will not be tweeting on Twitter or posting on Facebook in rememberance of 9/11.
We all need to take a moment to reflect and be grateful for all we have everyday!
Photo by Gilbert Carrasquillo/Getty Images North America
On the eve of Fashion Week, Target blows NYC away with one of the most influential Italian families, the Missoni’s. Angela designs, Margarita is the face, and the entire family comes out to support, and thats their family, not just the fashion family. For those who think knits are not hot, then you have never travelled. One thing you learn from traveling in Europe is culture and style. And the Missoni’s have a lot of style. Patterns and knits are their forte. And, they taken what they know and love and applied it to clothing as well as home goods, even vases. Welcome to America, Missoni, we are so proud to have you here.
View the Full Missoni Preview for Target Here
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