Good news Swanetors! Candice is confirmed for the amfAR gala in NY on February 6th. The amfAR is considered the kickoff to the NYFW and our girl has attended it in previous editions in 2013 and 2014 in Sao Paulo.
The amfAR Gala New York serves as the unofficial kickoff to New York Fashion Week and honors individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the fight against HIV/AIDS. This spectacular black-tie event will feature cocktails, a seated dinner, a live auction of luxury items, musical performances, and a special tribute to our honoree.
Since 1998, the amfAR Gala New York has become one of New York City’s most successful and high-profile AIDS benefit events. The Gala consistently attracts—and salutes—some of the biggest names in entertainment, fashion, art, and AIDS advocacy. To date, the amfAR Gala New York has raised close to $21 million.
Event produced by AAB Productions/Andy Boose
DATE
Wednesday, February 6, 2019TIME
6:30 p.m. Cocktails
7:30 p.m. Dinner and programLOCATION
Cipriani Wall Street
55 Wall Street
New York City
HONORING:
MILLA JOVOVICH
SIMON DE PURY
MERT ALAS & MARCUS PIGGOTT
SPECIAL PERFORMANCE BY
THE CHAINSMOKERS WITH SPECIAL GUEST KELSEA BALLERINI
EVENT CHAIRS:
LILY ALDRIDGE
ALESSANDRA AMBROSIO
DAVID BOHNETT
ANDY COHEN
ALAN CUMMING
LENA DUNHAM
ISABELI FONTANA
ANNE FULENWIDER
NINA GARCIA
MILUTIN GATSBY
AILEEN GETTY
KIM KARDASHIAN WEST
HEIDI KLUM
KAROLINA KURKOVA
JULIAN LENNON
LAURA LINNEY
DAVID MAUPIN
CINDY AND HOWARD RACHOFSKY
JULIA ROBERTS
CARINE ROITFELD
CHLOË SEVIGNY
LARA STONE
CANDICE SWANEPOEL
STEFANO TONCHIEVENT CO-CHAIRS
ACHILLE BOROLI
MAGGIO CIPRIANI
LUCA DEWINTER
SUSANNE HATJE
JASON KIM
JOHNNY LIN
BARAN SÜZER
TICKETS/TABLES
Grand Philanthropist table for 12: $75,000
Grand Benefactor table for 10: $50,000
Benefactor table for 10: $25,000
Host table for 10: $17,500Benefactor pair: $25,000
Patron ticket: $5,000
Friend ticket: $2,500
Supporter ticket: $1,750Click here to purchase tickets by mail or fax
Click here to purchase tickets online
CONTACT FOR SPONSORSHIP/LEADERSHIP
Andy Boose at (212) 219-0297 or aboose@aabproductions.com
Nicole Judd at (212) 806-1677 or nicole.judd@amfar.orgCONTACT FOR TICKET/TABLE INFORMATION
Danielle Shapiro at (212) 806-1612 or amfargalanewyork@amfar.orgCONTACT FOR PRESS INQUIRIES
Bennah Serfaty at (212) 806-1607 or bennah.serfaty@amfar.org
Tropic of C has debuted the Pre Fall collection in Moda Operandi with 25 pieces. The Trunkshow ends in 11 days from now.
Tropic of C
Who better to design swimsuits than Candice Swanepoel, someone who’s spent 16 years modeling them herself? Wise to the most flattering fits—namely, a high-cut leg and scoop-neck—her swimwear exemplifies thoughtful, ethical design (she uses eco-friendly materials and packaging). New additions to her repertoire include leopard and a fresh take on the early ‘00s-era tankini. Meet Candice here.
Access the full collection, secure your size & skip the waitlist: only in Trunkshow.
The 25 pieces included are the next ones. Take in count Candice wears the XS.
Curve Low Rise Bikini Bottom 80,00 US$
Curve Printed Bikini Bottom 80,00 US$
The C Bikini Top 80,00 US$
The C One Piece Swimsuit 150,00 US$
The C Printed One Piece Swimsuit 150,00 US$
Praia Adjustble Bikini Bottom 65,00 US$
Praia Adjustble Bikini Top 65,00 US$
Praia Adjustble Bikini Bottom 65,00 US$
Praia Adjustble Bikini Top 65,00 US$
Equator Printed Bikini Top 80,00 US$
Equator Printed Bikini Bottom 80,00 US$
Vibe Printed Bikini Bottom 80,00 US$
Vibe High Rise Bikini Bottom 80,00 US$
Vibe Sleeveless Bikini Top 80,00 US$
Luna Bikini Bottom 80,00 US$
Ilha Triangle Bikini Top 80,00 US$
Curve Low Rise Bikini Bottom 80,00 US$
South Pacific Bikini Bottom 80,00 US$
South Pacific Bikini Top 90,00 US$
Scorpio Racerback One Piece 160,00 US$
Vibe Textured Bikini Bottom 80,00 US$
Coco Printed Bikini Top 90,00 US$
Coco Underwire Bikini Top 90,00 US$
Contour Racerback One Piece 170,00 US$
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The Victoria’s Secret angel, mother of two and new swim designer has a refreshingly real approach to female beauty.
Though perhaps best-known as one of Victoria’s Secret’s preternaturally beautiful “angels,” the South African supermodel has asserted herself within a new domain: as an entrepreneur. Tropic of C, her new line of swimwear, recently launched on Moda and (unlike many celebrity-fronted lines) it is entirely Swanepoel’s creation. She leads her team every step of the way, from the initial sources of inspiration to the design process, fabric-sourcing and final production stages—and is well aware of the unique skill set she brings to the table. One of those is a keen business savvy from years of industry experience. “Modeling taught me the importance of being a businesswoman and… [the meaning of] hard work”, she says.Tropic of C not only puts Swanepoel in the company of other successful female business owners, but it also is a vehicle for her to connect with passions close to her heart. Everything from the packaging to the garment bags and the techno fabric is eco-friendly (the latter is made from old fishing nets) which reflects her aims to protect the environment. Helping women feel good about themselves is another chief objective, something she is better positioned for than many may realize.
She may look “perfect”, but Swanepoel is unfortunately no stranger to body-shaming. Earlier this year, she faced a deluge of negative comments scrutinizing her body after paparazzi snapped photos of her on a beach in Brazil just 12 days after giving birth to her second son in June. She responded via Instagram, defending women against unrealistic pressures while also celebrating the miracle of the female body. “Beauty standards are sometimes impossible for women these days,” she wrote on Instagram. “I’m not ashamed to show my postpartum tummy, I am proud actually…I carried my son for 9 months in there, I think I’ve earned the right to have a little tummy”.
Not only can she relate to how women want to feel (confident in their bodies), but Swanepoel is also well-versed in what swimwear will ensure they do. Countless hours in front of the camera modeling just about every style of suit you can imagine has given her an understanding of the sort of silhouettes, fits and materials that are the most comfortable and flattering. Translation: the ones that make women feel their best. “I’ve gathered so much knowledge,” she says. “I wanted to combine that with my love of swimwear to create a line that can be worn by any woman and make her feel sexy and powerful.”
Now every inch the multi-hyphenate power woman, Swanepoel is as driven and inspiring as she is relatable and down-to-earth.
Meet our Moda Muse
Three important qualities every businesswoman should possess?
Determination, Organization, and Persistence.
World’s best beach?
Shell Beach in St. Barths, Ipanema Beach in Rio de Janeiro and Praia do Bode in Brazil.
All-time favorite hotel?
Amangiri in Utah.
Currently watching…
When I have time, The Deuce.
Currently reading…
Lessons: My Path to a Meaningful Life by Gisele.
Workout you swear by?
Yoga.
Currently channeling…
Bo Derek
Go-to beach shoe?
Barefoot.Most treasured possession?
Grandmother’s ring that I inherited
The quality you value most in a man?
Kindness.
Spirit animal?
Rihanna.
The living person you most admire?
My parents.
Guilty pleasure you’ve adopted since becoming a mom?
Showering alone.
In a recent interview to the website of the magazine Esquire Russell James talked about his new book “Angels”, his infamous shoot with Kendall Jenner, Sara Sampaio and the cover girl Candice Swanepoel.
Esquire: And having Candice Swanepoel on the cover was a victory for both James and the supermodel.
Russell: Swanepoel has given birth to two children in the last two years, and the Internet hasn’t always been kind to the 30-year-old regarding her body. James wanted to celebrate the phase of life she’s entered: “I shot her four weeks after the birth of her second child,” James says. “[She] is the ultimate hippie and just a beautiful soul. And, literally, I’ve had instances in my career where I took photographs of Candice in swimwear and then we had people saying ‘you shouldn’t retouch the women to look like that because it’s unattainable’—which I entirely agree with—and I’ve gone back to the photograph and there’s not not a bit of retouch on her. Sometimes Mother Nature just does what she does.”
