Raising Autism Awareness

Star Dog was excited to attend the Raising Autism Awareness event co-hosted by

Bottega Salon and City Looks Barber Shop.

The Charity event featured special guest Melissa Gorga and family.

City Looks Barber Shop located in Little Falls, NJ provided men and boys with cuts and Bottega Salon of Cedar Grove, NJ provided the woman with blue hair extensions. 

Over $600 was raised to benefit  Autism Speaks.

Autism Speaks goal is to change the future for all who struggle with autism spectrum disorders. By dedicated to funding global biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a possible cure for autism. They strive to raise public awareness about autism and its effects on individuals, families, and society: and work to bring hope to all who deal with the hardships of this disorder. AutismSpeaks.org is committed to raising the funds necessary to support these goals.

Treats  for the evening were provided by Belgiovine's Italian-Deli of Montclair, NJ 

Music by music by iReserve Entertainement kept the night alive.

Bottega Salon, City Looks Barber Shop and Melissa Gorga are long time supporters and advocate for Autism. This event was a fun way for them to raise autism awareness for their community. 

Check out highlights of the event below:

Christine and Joanne from Bottega w/ Denise from Star Dog

Denise of Star Dog with Melissa Gorga RHONJ

Nikki of Star Dog with Melissa Gorga

Melissa and Joe Gorga with Jeff and Joe of City Looks

 

Photo Credits: Stephanie Ferrante Photography

Check out the complete photo album here

Think Pink

Welcome Spring!!
   

No other color is more spring-like than pink

Pantone announces the official color for 2014: Radiant Orchid

“An enchanting harmony of fuchsia, purple and pink undertones, Radiant Orchid inspires confidence and emanates great joy, love and health." 

From Powder Pink to Hot Pink...Pink is the new Black!

Get Ready for spring with our vast selection of Pink Star dog Tees:

 Click on the photo's above for more shirt details or visit StarDogGives.com

~Remember STAR DOG gives a new t-shirt to a child in need everytime a t-shirt is purchased.~

Look who loves pink Star Dog tees:

Melissa Gorga, reality star- Real Housewives of New Jersey

Yessenia Ramos, Fashion Blogger - Beauty Beyond Fashion

Model, Brittany Grace

Alex and Nikki

STAR DOG ON THE RUNWAY

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Isabella

My beautiful niece, Mackenzie <3

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Our pink tees make great Easter gifts.  Put a gift that gives back in the basket of your child today!

A special "think pink" Thank you to:

Stephanie Ferrante Photography and Star Dog model, Alessia Catania

Think Pink

 

A Mommiez Fashion Diary

Our Friend, Yessenia Ramos, writes about her night with us at the "Give Back New Jersey" event hosted by Star Dog. Check out  Star Dog “Give Back New Jersey” Launch and Jewelry Party with Melissa Gorga     on her Mommiez Fashion Diary blog.

Give Back New Jersey Event

I am so excited to share all the details of the "Give Back New Jersey" event Star Dog hosted last week.

It all started with an idea.  Since it had been an honor, in the past,  to donate t-shirts to kids in Mexico and Oklahoma City, we wanted to give back a little closer to home.  We shared our "Give Back New Jersey" concept with Family Promise and Women Aware and they loved it!!

So let's celebrate!  I mentioned it to my hair stylist, Christine, who owns a nearby Salon/Boutique with her sister,  Joann.  Without hessitation they offered their space for the event.  I felt so blessed to be hosting my event at Bottega Salon and Boutique. 

Now let's hope, cross my fingers, that people would want to come.  I sent out invites and my excitement mounted as the RSVP's started coming in.  I realized "We were having a party!" 

I reached out for sponsors.  Beauty from Inside and Out and Arbonne representitive, Angela Christou jumped on board to be a part of the event.

The week of the event,  I was busy ordering champagne, finalizing the food and shopping for plates, napkins and decorations.  Planning it much like I was having any other party I would have in my own home.  

I made extensive lists to keep myself organized.  I would find myself  crossing a few things off my list only to add on a few more.   But still I was calm and getting everything done.

Then 3 days before the big day, I get the big news that Melissa Gorga of The Real Housewives of New Jersey was excited about our cause and wanted to stop by to support.  I thought I'd have a heart attack.

This was no longer an ordinary party I would have at my home...

The night was a whirlwind, with champagne flowing all night and guests enjoying chocolate covered strawberries, cupcakes by BabyCakes by Janet and TraciAnn cookies. 

  Some of my oldest and dearest friends came out to support and my family traveled great distances to be by my side.

Bottega Boutique displayed their beautiful jewelry, hair accessories, clutches, hats, and scarves.  

Melissa Gorga not only graciously took photo's with everyone, but she stayed the entire evening and mingled with the crowd.  

Our other celebrity guest included Reality Star Kalyn Braun from Big Rich Texas, NYC socialite Eric Andrew,  Fashion designer Jazmin Brown, Project Runway model  Lea Ranells,  Rap Artist Vnova, and Author Qwana Reynolds. 

Kalyn Braun and Eric Andrew

Jazmin Brown and Lea Rannells

Qwana Reynolds and Vnova

  

 Fashion Bloggers,Yessenia Ramos  and Cara Zamorski  covered the buzz of the evening and photographers Stephanie Ferrante, Chris Zamorski and Adam Akin captured the special memories of the night.

As the night progressed, I was giddy with the roar of everyone networking, laughing and having a great time.  It was inspiring being in a room full of so many people passionate about helping children!  It was beyond what i could have ever imagined.

It can't go without mention, an important part of the evening was the attendance of Family Promise representatives.  I was proud to introduce them to all our guest, after all they were the reason we were all there. 

Our t-shirts designed by Y not promotions in Paterson were a hit.  We sold 40 shirts that night - which means we get get to donate 40 brand new t-shirts to the children at Family Promise and Women Aware!! 

Yes we had  a fun memorable evening, but I want to take this moment to remind everyone why we all came together...The victims of homelessness are the children, who have no control over the decisions that put them there and no power to change their circumstances. At Star Dog, we know we cannot meet all the needs of homeless children, but the ability to provide them with clothing can remove just one stress factor for these kids. 

Our party may be over, but there are still so many kids who need us.  Please continue to help us spread the word. 

Thank you again to all the wonderful people who came and to our fabulous sponsors for their support in making this event happen. Xxoo

Have fun looking through the pictures.  Here are some of my favorites:

Our Sponsors

 

PHOTO CREDITS:

Stephanie Ferrante

Chris Zamorski

Adam Akin

View the entire photo album here: Star Dog Give Back New Jersey Photos

My gratitude to Bottega Boutique for their kindness and generous offering of their space for the evening.

To book an appointment with them please call 973-433-0633, or visit www.bottegacedargrove.com.

Joann and Christine from Bottega

Special Thanks to  Bridget OBrien Public Relations for all the publicity, tweets, posts and event tips!!  

With my friend, Bridget O'brien

An extremely large THANK YOU to my family who continue to support me and love me through it all!! 

If you weren't able to make it to our event our shirts are available for sale on our website