Why I Love Being A Blogger: Help Nie Nie!

(photo by Wendy Whitacre)

I read about this lovely blogger Nie Nie in the New York Times this weekend. She and her husband Christian were critically injured in a small plane crash recently and are now on the slow painful road to recovery.

Since hearing about this I have been totally inspired by the outpouring of support shown by all of the fashionable bloggers out there who have been raising funds to help. The always fabulous Wendy Brandes is auctioning off some of her wildly stunning creations. Read about it here and, if you have the means, BID!! Wendy's generosity knows no bounds. The higher the bids go, the more gold & diamond studded deliciousness she throws in.

If your funds are a tad more meager, like moi, you can make a donation to the family through PayPal. Just click on the banner below.

A Stylish Gal's Guide To Good Deeds

Stumbled upon this from the good folks at Daily Candy and love the idea:

April 8, 2008
Rock Out with Your Frock Out
DonateMyDress.org

You lost a lot on prom night. The corsage was gone before you even reached the dance floor, and your updo came undone before pictures. And then there was, uhm, never mind.

One thing you held on to: your dress. And now you can lose that too for a good cause. The just-launched site DonateMyDress.org lists gown drives across the country, so you can find out where to ditch yours (and ditto for those looking to find one). Bridesmaid and special occasion frocks also fit the bill.

While you’re there, check out the heartwarming photos of happy gals in their prom garb, read letters from those you’ll be helping out, and find out how to become a mentor if you’ve got the time.

After all, it’s just like you to give it up.

Available online at donatemydress.org.