Look around. You may notice our sun kissed country is blushing. Yes, that’s right, Australia is officially pink and it’s all in the name of breast cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and this year there are more ways than ever to get involved.
With breast cancer affecting 1 in 9 Australian women, chances are you or someone you love will be touched by the breast cancer cause. The National Breast Cancer Foundation is targeting breast cancer awareness throughout the month of October and some of our favourite Aussie brands, companies and people are getting involved to lend a helping hand.
So read on dear Onya-ettes and find your favourite way to support the cause – may I recommend snacking on some limited edition pink and white M&M’s as you go? They’re for the cause after all…
David Jones
Honouring it’s long standing partnership with the foundation, David Jones is calling for Aussies to shop pink by purchasing a pink ribbon, a charity bear or donating directly to the foundation at any David Jones register nation-wide.
Or why not indulge in David Jones’ signature lipstick in the limited edition shade, Ribbon Pink? Packed full of Vitamin E and restorative natural oils and waxes, the David Jones beauty staple leave lips moisturised and the perfect shade of pink – with $5 from the sale of each lipstick donated to the NBCF.
Ecoya
Founded in Australia’s historic Botany Bay, natural beauty brand Ecoya has launched a softly scented Gardinia Passion candle specially to raise funds for breast cancer nurses across rural and regional Australia. Ecoya will generously donate $2 from every limited edition candle sold to the McGrath Foundation, so now there’s no excuse for your boudoir to smell less then heavenly.
Mia Jones
Want to style up your wardrobe and support the National Breast Cancer Network at the same time? The incomparable Australian stylist, Mia Jones has a wardrobe to die for and in support of the NBCN she’s giving you a chance to raid it.
Fresh from Paris Fashion Week, Mia has generously listed an amazing array of luxury goods on her ebay account, with no reserve price and all proceeds donated to the NBCN. From YSL to Dior, Louis Vuitton to Gucci, it’s your chance to get some luxe in your life while supporting an amazing cause – happy bidding fashionistas!
Cedel
Illustrious Aussie hair care brand, Cedel is proudly entering its second year of partnership with the NBCF and is pinker then ever. Famous for their hairspray and amazing dry shampoo, Cedel donates over $25,000 annually to the NBCF in addition to over 120, 000 pink hairspray cans to official NBCF events. Keep an eye out for Cedel’s pink ribbon emblazoned products on a pharmacy shelf near you.
Girls Night In
Channel your inner Betty Draper and raise funds for the NBCF the old-fashioned way by hosting a dinner party. Instead of spending next Saturday night out with the girls, why not stay in and donate the money you would normally spend to the NBCF? Pink coloured cocktails, cupcakes and girly good times – it’s the most charitable fun you’ll ever have!
Still looking for more ways to get involved? For a complete range of ‘pink’ products, including offerings from Bonds, Dunlop Volleys & Roses Only, and a plethora of involvement ideas check out the NBCF website.
