New York City Designer, Aysha Saeed, Joins Forces with Bpeace

June 12, 2009 - PRLog -- NEW YORK – Aysha Saeed, an up and coming New York City designer, has joined forces with Bpeace for the Summer ’09 Fashion for Charity event being held on Wednesday, June 24, 2009 at Nikki Beach Manhattan.

The organization is near and dear to Ms. Saeed’s heart, as it helps women entrepreneurs in post-conflict countries. As a Pakistani born American designer, Aysha Saeed understands that “starting your own business is one of the biggest challenges in life, yet the sense of accomplishment that comes with it, is the most rewarding feeling. It feels great to be able to help woman in Afghanistan become one step closer to achieving this.”

At Fashion for Charity, guests will enjoy an evening of cocktails followed by, a sit down dinner and Aysha Saeed’s Summer 2009 collection runway show with America’s Next Top Model stars strutting down the catwalk. Throughout the evening, guests will have a chance to purchase various products and services donated by local vendors for the Bpeace Beauty Bar. The evening will be entertaining, yet informative and will bring together 200 fashionistas and charity goers alike.

Ticket Information

Dinner ticket $70 per person http://ayshasaeedjune24dinner.eventbrite.com
After party ticket $25 per person http://ayshasaeedjune24.eventbrite.com

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About Aysha Saeed Collection

Aysha Saeed is a New York City designer, who embodies femininity, elegance and exotic beauty, all which are reflected in her collections. She pairs sophisticated fabrics with flirtatious silhouettes, infusing international flare with American practicality. Her label, Signette started in 2006, includes women’s contemporary tops, skirts, jackets, and day to evening dresses. The designs have become synonymous with her name, so in 2008 the label was renamed, Aysha Saeed.

About Bpeace

Bpeace is a non-profit international volunteer network of business professionals. In post-conflict countries like Rwanda and Afghanistan, they help women entrepreneurs expand their businesses, create employment, and build a peaceful future for their communities. Entrepreneurial business hits at the core of a sustainable economy and civil society – by fostering self-esteem, motivation, ownership, hope, contribution and service.