STYLE Week Charlotte Returns April 2012 The Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte Announced as the Week’s Beneficiary

Charlotte’s Fashion and Style Industry is rolling out the red carpet as STYLE Week returns for another year April 14 – 21 2012. Mayor Anthony Foxx has again signed a proclamation in support of the annual event which highlights area businesses and attracts socialites, celebrities, designers and industry professionals in Charlotte and throughout North and South Carolina.

“STYLE Week Charlotte was created to highlight Charlotte as one of the premiere Fashion and Style destinations in the Southeast” , said Bridgett West, Editor-in-Chief of Charlotte STYLE Magazine and Creator of STYLE Week Charlotte. “The week gives residents and visitors a chance to rediscover the stylish culture of Charlotte and provides a platform for businesses and industry professionals to grow in their respective fields.”

The Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte has been selected as the STYLE Week Charlotte beneficiary in which proceeds raised during various events will be donated to supporting families in need.

“We are incredibly honored to be the official charity of STYLE Week!  Donations from STYLE Week will help us continue to fulfill our mission of providing a “home away from home” for families of seriously ill and injured children.”  said Mona Johnson-Gibson, Executive Director of the Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte.”

Returning to STYLE Week Charlotte this year is Charlotte STYLE Magazine’s annual celebration of The 25 Most Stylish People in Charlotte. Nominees for the 25 Most Stylish are cast via an online vote. The honorees will be announced at the annual event and photos of the Most Stylish are revealed in Charlotte STYLE Magazine and online at www.CharlotteStyleMag.com.
Also returning to the collection of events this year is the highly anticipated A Stylish Breakfast at Tiffany’s event which takes place at Tiffany & Co. in Southpark Mall. The invitation only event features a gourmet brunch, complimentary cocktails and a stylishly sophisticated jewelry shopping experience.

New to the STYLE Week collection this year is Charlotte’s Day of STYLE, a city-wide shopping soiree to benefit the Ronald McDonald House hosted by local retailers and The STYLE Spa, offering complimentary relaxation and rejuvenation services provided by Charlotte’s highly sought after beauty professionals. The complete list of events and detailed information will be announced in the coming weeks.

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