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A night of fashion, bright lights, models, yachts and philanthropy took place this past Wednesday, November the 29th, 2012 on the beautiful plaza outside the Joy Lounge (formerly the Victory Club). The Marina Casa de Campo and the Dutch Dominican Chamber of Commerce, hosted a fashion show to raise funds for the “Orfanato Niños de Cristo” in La Romana. Among the supporters were big names from amongst the stores in the Marina, such as Jenny Polanco, Hippolito Peña, Harmont & Blaine, Rubiluna Collection, Azurro, Vilebrequin, Kiwi Saint Tropez, Art Arena , Everett Designs, Cosíe and even the new Optimax sunglasses store!
Creations by the students of Altos de Chavón
“I can’t lie; it is sad to have never met my parents, or known who my real family is, at the end of the day though it is their loss. I feel completely blessed that God gave me a second chance and gave me countless numbers of brothers and sisters. He also surrounded me with people that love me and that want to see me triumph in life. I am so thankful for everyone’s support and the Orfanato, without it we would be homeless”
— Gaby, age 16 from the Orfanato Niños de Cristo in La Romana
Modelling Jenny Polanco designs at the Marina Fashion Show
Featuring the 30 Miss Multiverse contestants as glamorous models as well as a number of children from the Casa de Campo community, the fashion show showcased the different designs, clothing jewellery and accessories from the many stores at the Marina Casa de Campo. Amongst the exhibitors was famous Dominican designer, Jenny Polanco who took the opportunity to showcase the latest resort wear line “Blanco” with chic linen daywear designs as well as evening dresses and even accessories.
The undeniable stars of the show (and the whole night) were the charming children of the Orfanato Niños to Cristo. One of the most memorable moments was when 3 beautiful young girls from the orphanage, stole the crowd’s heart with their top model performances as they strutted down the runway with elegance and ease, showing off true modelling potential. The crowd was also completely enamoured with the choreographed routine by 5 children from the orphanage who ended their dance with an intense and jaw-dropping back flip!
Young models from the Orfanato Niños de Cristo
It’s a wrap! The night ended with all the models and children making one last appearance on stage, many smiling faces and many hugs; love was truly all around. After the event, the crowd was invited to the after party in the lounge for more entertainment and flamenco music. The night was so perfect that even the big bright full moon was on display. This fundraising event for the Orafanto Niños de Cristo was simply beautiful, with Casa de Campo’s diverse community coming together in a great cause; lending their support of these great children who deserve an equally beautiful life.
“Sponsoring an event like this here in the Marina de Casa de Campo is a really big deal, especially when you are able to support such a great cause like the “Orfanato Niños de Cristo”. The education of these children is pivotal, they are our future and the only way to help them succeed is with our support. The Marina Casa de Campo has become such a Chic place with spectacular scenery, that events like these are meant to take place. We could not be more pleased with how the event turned out.”The following collection of photos were taken during the fashion show at the Marina Casa de Campo on Wednesday the 29th of November:— Vilma Nuñez, Marketing and Public Relations Manager at Marina Casa de Campo
Marc Anthony & Henry Cardenas break ground at the new Niños de Cristo Orphanage!On November 23, 2012, ¨La Fundación Maestro Cares (MC)¨ founded by the great music icon; Marc Anthony and business guru Henry Cardenas, celebrated the start of the construction of the new home for the children from La Romana’s ¨Niños y Niñas de Cristo¨ orphange. CLICK HERE FOR THE FULL STORY!