GOLDEN GLOBES STYLE LOUNGE BENEFITS FARM SANCTUARY

 

Disney's Frozen princess are all Giggles N Hugs
Disney’s Frozen princess are all Giggles N Hugs
Super cool stylist Yara at one of my favorite lines, Stella Carakasi
Super cool stylist Yara at one of my favorite lines, Stella Carakasi

 

 Farm Sanctuary (farmsanctuary.org), America’s leading farm animal rescue and protection organization, was benefited at the annual 2015 Golden Globe Awards Style Lounge hosted by Secret Room Events on Friday, January 9, 2015 in Beverly Hills at the super luxurious SLS Hotel. Many nominees and talent attended this lavish invite only event that gifts nominees with exciting new products, exotic trips and getaways. 

We’re honored to be selected as the national benefit charity for the 2015 Golden Globe Awards Style Lounge,” said Farm Sanctuary President and Co-Founder Gene Baur. “Farm animals are smart, emotional animals just like the dogs and cats we share our lives with, and they deserve to be treated with the same respect and compassion.” Protecting farm animals from cruelty that is so prevalent in the farming industry is truly a “cause célèbre.” Donations at the door were welcomed and appreciated. 

Notably, several of this year’s award nominees follow a vegan lifestyle (no meat, milk, dairy, eggs, or other animal products) and have spoken out in support of farm animal protection, including Joaquin PhoenixJessica ChastainWoody Harrelson, and Allison Janney, who narrated a short video for Farm Sanctuary about a shy hen named Symphony who gets a new lease on life after surviving a natural disaster.

Farm Sanctuary operates three shelters in New York and California that provide lifelong care for nearly 1,000 rescued farm animals, works to change laws to decrease abuse of farm animals, and promotes compassionate vegan living.

Another charity that was showcased at the event was Hope For Paws (www.hopeforpaws.org ) rescues animals in desperate need throughout California and the US.Known for their heart-breaking and heart-warming videos, they’ve helped spread the word about the plight of homeless animals, all over the world.

Besides having over 50 brands in their fancy style lounge, they had a Bambi Baby Lounge for celebrity babies and kids. This exclusive event teamed up with Giggles N Hugs to have the children throughly entertained with face painting and a cool animal balloonist on site.

All a celeb could desire was on hand at this event such as diamonds, gowns, tuxedos, shoes, handbags and more for nominees and presenters to get “red carpet” ready. Hair styling, luxurious facials, relaxing massages and trendy manicure services were provided. There was also a cigar lounge and refreshments and hand crafted cocktails.

Celebs in attendance were Adina Porter Nominated TV show “True Blood”, Ashley Argota “The Fosters” Nominated TV show, Jason Ritter “Parenthood,” Jenji Kohan Nominated for the “Orange is the New Black”,Josh Brener Nominated for “Silicon Valley,”Kate Linder “The Young and the Restless,” Mark Feuerstein “Royal Pains,” Mekhi Phifer “Divergent, Neil McDonough “Suits,”Omar Dorsey nominated for ”Selma,” Beau Casper, Ronit Elkabetz “Best Actress” & Shlomi Elkabetz” Best director” Nominated for ‘Gett: The trial of Viviane Amsalem.

Actor Mark Feuerstein looks handsome on the red carpet
Actor Mark Feuerstein on the red carpet
Actor Jason Ritter is all smiles on the red carpet
Actor Jason Ritter is all smiles on the red carpet

Their proud Platinum sponsors In the Secret Room Events Style Lounge are Big Slice, Derma E & Moxie Jean.

Other products were:

Stella Carakasi, my favorite designer for sleek yet comfy modern clothes was there. Her mixed material leather and fabric jacket was a standout. I love how this line has a relaxed elegance, yet also incorporates Cali casual wear.

Me in my beautiful Stella Carakasi jacket
Me in a beautiful Stella Carakasi jacket

I loved Kathy Fielder’s high end luxury goods. Her bedding, throws, and luxurious pillows makes this tired journalist wanna sleep! “We’re expanding into different lifestyle brands…throws, custom pillows,” said publicist Gretchen Darby.

Fashion Forward...lovely Kathy Fielder looking stylish in one of her incredible designs
Vested Interest…lovely Kathy Fielder looking stylish in one of her incredible vests
Designer Kathy Fielder with an attendee.
Designer Kathy Fielder with an attendee.

 

Sunkist Snack it Forward display
Sunkist Snack it Forward display. These snacks are great for those on the go! “It’s portable, convenient, and 100% fruit. Kids love it,” says Snack it Forward CEO Nick Desai.
Belli Vita is an interesting company. They craft their whimsical bowls from the bellies of expecting mothers.
Belli Vita is an interesting company. They craft their whimsical bowls from the bellies of expecting mothers.
Dr. Lana Marconi with her book
Dr. Lana Marconi with her book
The gals from Bain De Terre are all smiles at the event.
The gals from Bain De Terre are all smiles at the event.
Lydia and Robert of RxClinical Cosmeceuticals.  My favorite product of theirs is their amazing enzymatic cleanser.
Lydia and Robert of RxClinical Cosmeceuticals. My favorite product of theirs is their amazing enzymatic cleanser.
Mid-Atlantic trio...Ippy Vanessa, and Winnie of Body and Soul. The company is based in Rockville, Maryland.
Mid-Atlantic trio…Ippy Vanessa, and Winnie of Body and Soul. The company is based in Rockville, Maryland.
Model with Sente products
Model with Sente products
Ajay and Ron of Heat Holders
Ajay and Ron of Heat Holders, which makes the warmest thermal socks. Even though most of California is warm and sunny, it’s their biggest market. “Cold is relative,” said Ajay.

 

Susan Devine of Devine Gallery with her beautiful artwork
Susan Devine of Devine Gallery with her beautiful artwork
Leora Veysey, facialist, Dr. Kathy J. Forti, and Tracy Andersen at Trifinity8
Creating the fountain of youth…Leora Veysey, facialist, Dr. Kathy J. Forti, and Tracy Andersen at Trifinity8. Dr. Forti created this innovative Bio-Energetic Anti-Aging Software
Sophie Anza of Zend
Sophie Anza of Zend Liquid Shots

 

Becky and Karrin of B Belt, a really stylish belt that literally holds all a woman's essentials...cell phone, wallet, etc.
Becky and Karrin of B Belt, a really stylish belt that literally holds all a woman’s essentials…cell phone, wallet, keys etc. Karrin models the belt.

 

Ioma Paris Display. Ioma is exclusively sold at Saks Fifth Avenue
Ioma Paris Display. Ioma makes some amazing creams and is sold exclusively at Saks Fifth Avenue. I certainly wouldn’t expect any less.
Mojdeh Amirvand, Director of Business Development of North America, for Ioma. Her great complexion is the best advertising for this wonderful line.
Mojdeh Amirvand, Director of Business Development of North America, for Ioma. Her glowing and flawless complexion is the best advertising for this wonderful line.
Megan of Yes! by Finishing Touch, Microtouch, and Skinner Metallics and Temporary Tattoos
Megan of Yes! by Finishing Touch, Microtouch, and Skinner Metallics and Temporary Tattoos
Warren and Natalie Green of GG jeans. I love these jeans and they truly fit like a glove
Warren and Natalie Green of GG jeans. I love these jeans and they truly fit like a glove and are oh so comfy!
Striking oil...Gurunanda oil pulling display
Striking oil…Gurunanda oil pulling display. This all-natural product is made with sesame, cocoa, sunflower and peppermint.
Jill blissfully holds up the Younique 3D fiber lashes product
Jill blissfully holds up the Younique mascara with 3D fiber lashes
Actor Sean Kanan with Sherry DelGrosso
Actor Sean Kanan with Sherry DelGrosso

 

Jennifer Reeves with her beautiful jewelry
Jennifer Reeves with her beautiful jewelry
Kate Linder (The Young and The Restless), myself, and Jennifer Reeves. Kate is modeling a ring of Jennifer's
Lovely Kate Linder (The Young and The Restless), myself, and Jennifer Reeves. Kate is modeling a beautiful ring and necklace  of Jennifer’s.

Big Slice Apples #BigSliceLover Apples were quite refreshing on this warm day. This apple infused treat was so tasty! And it’s portable. You can eat it with a fork! And it is a non-GMO product that is fat and gluten free. Gotta love that!

LA is the denim capitol of the world, so Moxie Jean, voted the #1 site for online resale, is spearheading a movement to make resale accessible and mainstream to a growing community of #resalerockstars. Golden Girls jeans were also there and fit oh so well.

Derma e® is the innovator of vitamin-rich, high-performance antioxidant skincare products that make a real difference in the healthy look and feel of skin. . Every product is 100% vegan, cruelty-free, gluten-free and GMO-free, giving you skin-friendly, earth-friendly formulas that leave you feeling good and looking beautiful.

Bain de Terre gifted their latest product, their green tea thickening and conditioning shampoo and conditioner.

“Our products have no parabens and no synthetics,” says Robert Helmes, of RxClinical Cosmeceuticals.

“You get salons results with natural products,” says Winnie of Body and Soul. “Our products are very gentle and sulfate-free. It has no parabens or perfumes,” added Vanessa Strunk, owner and creator of Body and Soul.

Sente’s president Randy Kriech has worked in the skincare industry for 20 years, so he knows that industry quite well. “Sente’s products contain heperan sulfate, which aids in healing wounds. This is a physician dispensed product that is sold in dermatology offices and plastic surgeons’ offices.”

“Zend natural liquid shots helps with relaxation, mental clarity and calm,” says Sophia Anza, who does special events and is the trade show coordinator for Zend.

“We’ve been called the apple computers of skincare,” said Mojdeh Amirvand, director of Business Development of North America of Ioma, one of my favorite skincare products. “It’s a tech-based skincare line that uses technology to analyze skin. We actually formulate a personalized haute couture anti-aging cream at the counters of Saks Fifth Avenue, which carries this line,” she added.

Jennifer Reeves utilizes Australian boulders from Queensland in her beautiful jewelry.

Del Grosso sauces are a third generation business and they are the oldest family sauce makers.

Guests were introduced to exciting new products in the lounge from The B Belt ,Stella Carakasi, Ideal village products, Chasensully-Locardi-Sway it, Phil & teds, Trinfinity 8 Rejuvenation Technology, Bain de Terre, Zend,  Jennifer Reeves designs, Younique, RX clinical Cosmeceaticals, DelGrosso Foods, Devine Gallery, Body & Soul natural haircare, Bellivita, Sente Inc, Snack it forward,  colourburst.com, Ioma –Paris, Sleep belt, sleepbelt.ca, Heat Holders- the warm Thermal socks, Tanique, Gurunanda, Kathy Fielder design life style, and Golden Girl Clothing.

Secret Room Events always has the best selection of exotic trips and getaways for celebrity nominees. This year’s Amazing trip is: 7 days in Antigua.

As guests left, they will be gifted an amazing gift bag with so many goodies from the following gift bag sponsors such as Demes, Farrwest, Baby paper, Nubru Coffee, Nerd Skincare, Green soap Inc, Eveden.com, Container store, From Phoenix with love, Magna Fashions, Wondrous Crystals, Bagito /reusable solutions, Chloe wine collections, Hipoglos, Diane Addison Candles, Marina cottage Soap co Inc, Lola Blue, Kortica, The best Deodorant in the world, Pedisavers, Icelandic Glacial, Sprinkles Magazine, MD complete, Mobile Bay Collection, Judi Cakes, Conscious Step, Wellin hand Action Remedies, Zashadu, CollapseAPail.com, Nummy Tum Tum, Lavilin, Evian Facial Spray, Focus Haircare, onestepahead.com, Wicked Bonbon, Riley’s Pet Products –Riley’s organic,  Babette, Uzurii Luxury Footwear, Innovation Pet, Ranch Organics, Scent shop, Clifbar, Signature little ones Inc, Lil’ Green Girls, Leota, Innovus Pharmaceuticals, Zipsessory-zipsessory.com, Letarte Swimwear, Focus Haircare

About Secret Room Events:

Secret Room Events produces exclusive gift lounges and gift bags surrounding major awards shows.  Secret Room Events is not affiliated with the Hollywood Foreign Press Association. HFPA does not endorse or have any sponsorship involved in Secret Room Events.

 

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