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Claim Your Pair of Ruby Slippers!

This year marks the 70th anniversary of the classic movie The Wizard of Oz. It boggles the mind that the movie, flying monkeys and all, is that old!  CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements and World Products invited  designers to  re-create the classic ruby slipper  with Swarvoski crystals. They were asked, “If Dorothy were living in the 21st century, what would she wear?” Alberta Ferretti, A.Testoni,  Jimmy Choo, L.A.M.B. by Gwen Stefani, Lisa Pliner,  and Manolo Blahnik are just some of the stellar names who answered that question.                                  

The shoes will be on display at the CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Elements store in New York City (499 Broadway, between Broome & Spring, 212-966-3322), until September 23, 2009..Then the collection will be auctioned off, for the benefit of the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS foundation at the Warner Bros. Entertainment’s “Emerald Gala” at Tavern on the Green on September 24, 2009.Dying for a pair of ruby slippers by Oscar de la Renta,  Roger Vivier or Christian Louboutin, but you're not in New York CIty? Don't despair! The auction will be held online, so that global shoeaholics can bid!You can go to Ruby Slipper Auction

online and view all the shoes now, then on the day, make your bid.

Not only will you be the proud owner of a pair  one-of-a-kind ruby slippers, but you'll be assisting a great cause.

Olive and Bette Delivers One Of A Kind Designer Bags

Olive and Bette (384 Bleecker Street, NYC) is kicking off fashion week and Fashion's Night Out with a chance for you to win a one-of-a-kind designer tote! Susana Monaco, Letarte,  and Medusa’s Heirlooms have created these babies, and they'll be on display throughout the month of September at the store. They're being auctioned off for a very good cause; a portion of the proceeds will go to Fashion Delivers, a charity that unifies the apparel and home industries to aid victims of disasters and individuals in need. Bidding starts at $25, and you can use the "Buy It Now" option for $250. The bags are left to right; Letarte, Susana Monaco and Medusa's Heirlooms. If you'd like to bid on a bag, but you're not in New York City, you can phone in your bid to (212)206-0036

This is a great way to spend money and feel good about it. You not only get a designer original bag, you're donating to a charity. Talk about multi-tasking!