BEAUTY FOR JAPAN FUNDRAISER

With all the tragedy that has been going on in Japan,

there has been a number of people in Hawai‘i

who have been doing their part to help support

Japan in ways to raise money for relief aid.

Some on a larger scale than others.

A few months ago,

the day after the devastating tsunami hit Japan,

I was eager to find ways to help out,

especially since I have a personal connection

to the people there. I have been to

Japan many times. In fact,

a few of my best friends are from Japan.

I got together with a few of my closest friends

who had the same intentions & we immediately

took action in researching various

non-profit organizations who would

be of help to the victims, especially in the

locations that were hit the hardest.

We came up with a name for our team,

click here for more on past & future events

and on ways to donate.

We decided to support a non-profit called "Peace Winds Japan."

And we have been coming up with many different fundraisers

to raise funds for the organization, including bake sales,

selling shirts, coordinating events, and more.

Here's one event that our fashion team put together.

We offered an amazing 1 day only photo shoot

with hair & make up included

for a suggested & humble donation of only $50.

behind the scenes pics courtesy of Maki Yamamoto

While people were waiting for their turn to

be made over, we encouraged people

to help us fold origami cranes

for model & professional surfer,

Angela Maki Vernon,

to take with her to gift to people in Japan.

We teamed up with the

Hawai‘i Fashion Incubator &

for the venue & promotions,

for hair & make up,

And Daniela Voicescu for photography.

Here are some of the final beauty shots taken by Daniela.

At the end of the night we raised $1,100!

We may not make millions to donate

as of right now, but we sure can do our part

to help support those who are not as fortunate as us.

Every little bit counts.

xoxo,

tT