«SSupporting research means building the future of all of us and not stopping investing in scientific medical progress, even with initiatives like this it represents a strong message of hope and great value.” This is how they opened the charity evening Patrizia Sandretto Re RebaudengoPresident of IEO-MONZINO Foundation And Carlo CapasaPresident of the National Chamber of Italian Fashion, hosts of the event which was held last night in the suggestive courtyard of Portrait Milano.
A dinner with a good purpose
Thanks to the collaboration and support of the Camera Nazionale della Moda Italiana and the generosity of companies and brands, who purchased one of the 47 tables at the event and in the presence of 480 guestsit was possible raise over 600,000 euroswhich will be donated to scientific research programs of the IEO-MONZINO Foundation.
The two auctions held during the evening also contributed to the final figure: one, conducted by Claudia Dwek of Sotheby’s, made it possible to purchase unique experiences such as exclusive stays in enchanting places or front row seats at fashion shows. At the same time, a silent auction on the digital platform of CharityStars made it possible to contribute to fundraising through the auction purchase of goods and objects donated by the brands.
A team effort for the IEO-Monzino Foundation
Camila Raznovich. Photo: SGP
The brilliant management of Camila Raznovichthe engaging notes of the music designer Matteo Ceccarini and the set list proposed throughout the dinner by the historic Plastic DJ Sergio Tavelliall directed by Giuseppe Silvestrin, contributed to creating a special atmosphere during the course of the evening, enriched by Ferrari Trento bubbles, Tenute Lunelli, Tassoni and Illycaffè wines. The entire event, set up by the architect Massimiliano Locatelli and curated by Luca Stoppini for the art direction and graphics, was immortalized by Stefano Guindani Photo.
The dinner was held in the charming courtyard of Portrait Milano. Photo: SGP
The brands from the world of fashion and companies that made this fundraising evening important are: BENETTON, BRANDART, BRUNELLO CUCINELLI, BUCCELLATI, CENACOLO ARTOM, CHOPARD, CNMI, COECLERICI, CONDE’ NAST, CRISTALFARMA, DOMPE FARMACEUTICI, ELISABETTA FRANCHI, FERRAGAMO, FONDAZIONE PESENTI, FRETTE, GENNY, GIANVITO ROSSI, GIORGIO ARMANI, GUCCI, HERMES, ILLYCAFFE, KERING, KWAY, LORO PIANA, LYST, MAX MARA, MONCLER, MSGM, MVP WARDROBE, PALAZZO AVINO, PINKO, POMELLATO, SANTONI, STONE ISLAND, TECHNOGYM, TOD’S, VALENTINO, VALEXTRA, VERALAB.
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