In a town that tickles pink with events and excitement, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation’s Palm Beach Hot Pink Luncheon & Symposium sets the tone for February with heartfelt enthusiasm for the color of love.
BCRF is an organization which traces its roots to Evelyn Lauder’s kitchen table in 1993. In those early days when little was known about breast cancer, Evelyn, her husband Leonard, and Dr.Larry Norton committed themselves to discovering and funding research pathways that would lead to better outcomes for patients and eventually a cure.
The organization’s purpose is clear, “Our mission is to prevent and cure breast cancer by advancing the world’s most promising research.”
The signature pink ribbon was created by Evelyn and Alexandra Penney of SELF Magazine igniting the Breast Cancer Awareness campaign within The Estée Lauder Companies.
Denise Rich, Tom Quick, Tricia Quick, Michelle Rella
This year’s gathering honors the Quick Family, one of the most philanthropic clans in town. Tricia Quick is a member of the BDRF Advisory Board and brother Tom, is a Director. Trisha is also a survivor,
“As a breast cancer survivor this honor is deeply personal to myself and my family receiving the Evelyn Lauder Humanitarian award. Breast cancer affects so many lives but together through awareness research and compassion we are making a difference to never hear the words – you have breast cancer.
For what to wear, we followed the title instructions and shopped the sizzling shades from vivid to shocking! And why not go all the way with pinkness? It is a happy & passionate color when you are in the mood for love.
dresses: Sachin & Babi Embroidered A Line $495 / Badgley Mischka Boat Neck Crepe $475 / Milly Blossom Pleated Mini $450 / bags: Valentino Garavani Studded Cross Body SALE $930 / Valentino Garavani Shoulder Bag SALE $1544 shoes: Saks 5th Avenue Pink Mules $250 / Saks 5th Avenue Block Heel Sandals $250 / jewelry: Oscar de la Renta Textured Round Studs $360 / David Yurman Drop Pave Earrings $2400 / Rayban Pink Aviator Shades $205
It was Elsa Schiaparelli who introduced the startling shade, Shocking Pink, in the late 1930’s when she was looking for the wow factor in fashion. Other designers quickly followed her lead.
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And what is Hilary wearing? “It was such fun to shop hot pink for what2wearwhere . . . a hue I don’t usually seek out. But the color is so perfect for Palm Beach and such a symbol of this amazing cause. I see these pieces at lunch or dinner. Or just add a hot pink accessory or pretty shoe as a nod to Estee Lauder and all the great work she and her company continues to do to spread breast cancer awareness.”
Dresses: Flamingo Charlotte Dress $475 / Dolce & Gabbana Maiolica Gown $2,695 / AJE One-Shoulder Floral-Print Midi Dress $595 / ETRO Knitted Maxi Dress $1,690 / AJE Flourish Embellished Mini Dress $455 / Bags: Chiquito Noeud Leather Bag $985 / Judith Leiber Couture Crystal-Embellished Clutch $1,295 / Shoes: Manolo Blahnik Crystal-Embellished Mules $1,195 / Manolo Blahnik Callasli Leather Sandals $845 / Accessories: Dior Wildior S2U Sunglasses $390
Be the end of cancer. When you give to BCRF, you’re funding critical hours in the lab. More time for research means longer, healthier lives for the ones we love.
