On November 30, 2005 Ryan Seacrest and Tisha Campbell Martin were honored as "Man of Style" and "Woman of Style" at Divine Design 2005. Project Angel Food credited them for their outstanding contributions to international style and the fight against AIDS and other serious illnesses at the opening night gala. The event, hosted by Eric McCormack (Will & Grace), which took place inside the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica offered thousands of trendy shoppers high fashion and stylish goods at charitable prices.
Ryan Seacrest and Lisa Rinna (left to right)
Those lucky to attend the opening night event got a first hand opportunity to check out The R Line, Ryan Seacrest's new contribution to fashion. The collection features shirts that reflect a Hollywood relaxed weekend vibe which will be sold many high end shopping spots including Fred Segal and Scoop. The "Man of Style" has recently made many notable career successes making him a household name as the host of American Idol. Most recently Ryan will take over once Dick Clark retires as the host of the annual special on ABC from New York's Time Square.
Avid shoppers in Barker Hangar
Divine Design 2005 was a avid shopper's dream experience completely overwhelming the attendees with apparel, shoes, bags, and furniture. Absolut Vodka quenched the shoppers and may have led to more maxed credit cards. Present at Barker Hangar were some of the most notable designers including Maidenform Brand, Inc., Michael Stars, Hello Kitty/Sanrio, Trina Turk, Baby Einstein, Christopher Radko, The Dock Downtown, Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams, Nicole Miller, Belle Gray, The R Line, and Chip and Pepper. In addition, there was special performances by Cirque du Soleil's Zumanity whereby VIP tickets for its Las Vegas Show was auctioned off. The winning bidder luckily overshot my $750 bid by $50.
Dancers from Zumanity
Angel Food has to thank all the red carpet arrivals, the live auction, and the celebrity entertainment for the $13 million raised to help fund the meal delivery program. Founded in 1989, Project Angel Food provides life sustaining meals and nutritional counseling each day to more than 1,200 men, women and children disabled by HIV/AIDS and other serious illnesses, including Parkinson's disease, diabetes, and all types of cancer. Project Angel Food as he only free meal delivery program holds a special place in the philanthropic heart of our community.
For additional information and pictures check out divinedesign.org or projectangelfood.org.
Barker Hangar
3021 Airport Drive
Santa Monica 90405
