Fight Back In Black

What would you wear to fight cancer? Swarovski Elements has made it a black tie affair with their auction, 22 Ways to Say a Cure With 22 Ways to Say Black. They have teamed up with the American Cancer Society and many world renowned designers to create 22 one-of-a-kind little black dresses. 3.1 Phillip Lim, Diane von Furstenberg, Givenchy, Missoni, Martin Grant, and many more contributed to the cause. The dresses will be auctioned off on September 20th at Phillips de Pury & Company and 100% of the proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society and La Lique Contre le Cancer, which is located in France.

The designers applied their innovative interpretations of the wardrobe classic to create beautiful and interesting dresses.

Check out some of the items available for auction:

Givenchy by Riccardo Tisci
Description: Duchesse satin and silk chiffon dress with layers of Crystal Aerial Mesh, an exposed zipper, and a corresponding headpiece.

Missoni
Description: Sleeveless, Crystal Fabric, silk and Lurex® shift with an asymmetrical shoulder line on the back.
Gaspard Yurkievich
Description: Duchesse satin and silk chiffon dress with layers of Crystal Aerial Mesh, an exposed zipper, and a corresponding headpiece.
3.1 Phillip Lim
Description: Sleeveless shift in ivory duchesse satin with panels in black satin and a silk charmeuse lining
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As always, Qi wants to share with you the ways in which fashion has the power to enrich more than just the lives of those who wear the garments. If these dresses are out of your budget, check out the Qi Cares line. 10% of all proceeds go to the Advocacy for Children of New York--a non-profit organization dedicated to ensuring that children receive the best education New York can offer, regardless of gender, race, or income. Depicting words such as "Give Back" and "Hope," these sweaters will keep you warm and warm the hearts of those who need it most.