Brave women strut their stuff at breast cancer fashion show fundraiser

nearly two decades ago, the designer memorialized her in a jewelry collection. Drawing inspiration from a sparkling, belt-buckle-size brooch her mother wore, Hock-Lauwers—the founder of jewelry brand —created an array of pieces she knew her mother would love.The collection “really helped heal some of our broken hearts,” Hock-Lauwers says.Now, Hock-Lauwers hopes that a new jewelry collection can do the same for another woman mourning the loss of her mother: Liz Ferenciak, whose mom, Nola Addante, died last year of .The Shimmer for the Cure , featuring jewelry adorned with teal, pink, and green stones—the colors that make up the —honors Addante, who was Hock-Lauwers’ dear friend.But it was Addante’s daughter, Ferenciak, who inspired the collection, Hock-Lauwers says.Each year, Hock-Lauwers designs a limited-edition jewelry collection and then donates 100 percent of the proceeds.

: Realizing just how many types—and subtypes—of breast cancer exist. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with (sometimes referred to using the code-like abbreviation “HER2+ MBC”) the name alone is a lot to process.To break it down: The first part, HER2, stands for “human epidermal growth factor receptor 2.” This refers to a protein found on the surface of breast cells that helps direct how quickly those cells grow and divide.

The Only Way Is Essex star Shelby Tribble has opened up on her cancer scare after she found a lump in her breast. The 30 year old reality TV star shared her personal experience with her social media followers, using the opportunity to encourage them to get "checked" and keep a keen eye on any changes in their breasts, as well as making sure they go to the doctor as soon as possible if there are any worries.

Kate Middleton‘s lingerie moment is being recreated in the final episodes of The Crown‘s sixth season!

Amy Dowden has said she 'doesn’t want anyone's pity' as she opened up about her cancer battle. The Strictly Come Dancing star recently finished chemotherapy after being diagnosed with breast cancer in May.

Jean Knight, the voice behind Mr Big Stuff, one of the most recognizable songs of the 1970s funk era, has died aged 80. 

Lying on the hospital trolley as I was wheeled down to the operating theatre, I was overwhelmed with a sudden sadness.Today was the day I’d say goodbye to my beloved boobs – forever. Lots of women have double mastectomies, I know that. But my situation was different – because I’d made the decision to have the surgery myself.

A woman has told of her shock after she was informed via email that she had cancer - just days after being told that there were no follow-up appointments available following her scans.

Dancing With The Stars” fans have watched Harry Jowsey escape elimination week after week despite his constant presence at the bottom of the leaderboard. Some critics have suggested that the show has rigged the reality star’s safety. Now, the “Too Hot To Handle” star is speaking out.Harry Jowsey and Rylee Arnold have obviously been fan favorites on “Dancing With The Stars” Season 32.

Courteeners have announced that they will head to Lytham Festival in 2024 for their one and only North of England show of the summer.The Manchester-based band – comprised of Liam Fray, Michael Campbell and Daniel Moores – are the first headlining act to be announced as part of the five-night festival, with their set slated to take place on Friday, July 5.The Kooks and indie pop singer Nieve Ella have been announced as opening support for the show date. Tickets for the festival date are set to go on general sale on Friday, November 24 at 9:30am local time.

Loose Women's Linda Robson was seen putting on a brave face as she spent time with her granddaughter after officially confirming her split from husband of 33 years, Mark Dunford.The 65 year old Birds of a Feather actress was seen smiling as she wrapped an arm around her granddaughter whilst they attended the Wish multimedia screening at Odeon Luxe in London's Leicester Square. Linda looked fabulous in a leopard print maxi dress with roses printed on it, as she wore a black leather jacket slung over her shoulders and a pair of sandals. Her brown-haired granddaughter looked adorable in a purple princess dress as she smiled alongside Linda.Their appearance comes after Linda confirmed that she'd split from husband Mark, after months of speculation that the two had parted ways.

Lorraine Kelly “didn’t ever think” the Change + Check charity single would momentarily top the iTunes music chart ahead of The Beatles.

Dame Kelly Holmes returned to the Loose Women panel on Wednesday, 15 November, with the Olympian delighting TV viewers as she debuted a striking new hairstyle. Kelly, 53, who made her red carpet debut with girlfriend Louise Cullen recently, swapped her usual brunette look for a jaw-dropping platinum blonde pixie cut, with her fellow panellists gushing over her. She revealed her new hairdo was brand new, having only visited a hairdresser the night before her return to Loose Women, after holding a vote on her Instagram account to help her decide on a new hair colour.

Real Housewives Of Cheshire star Nermina Pieters-Mekic has pledged to do "everything and anything" to beat breast cancer so she can watch her two-year-old daughter grow up.The 33-year-old model and equestrian was diagnosed with early stage aggressive breast cancer this summer and has now opened up in in an exclusive chat with OK! about her motivations for beating the disease. "I have to do everything and anything I possibly can to give myself the best chance to beat this because I have a little girl here and she needs me," she said.

Stacey Solomon is set to reveal what her future on Loose Women will be following her long break from the show.TV star Stacey, 34, has been a popular member of the ITV daytime show's panel, but was last seen on the show as a regular a while ago now leaving fans wondering if she will ever return. But Loose Women should have some good news for viewers in Friday's show as they are expected to announce Stacey's return.The show is said to be about to reveal that Stacey will be back on Wednesday, when she'll start a new run of appearances on the chat show.

The Duchess of York made her debut appearance on Loose Women, where she urged women not to miss their mammogram screenings. "I really want to shout about this. Don't skip your screening appointment, because I would not be sitting here if I hadn't have gone," she said.

last week, it raised some eyebrows, to say the least.As the name implies, the latest Skims release features prominent artificial nipples that are most certainly meant to be seen. Blame it on the that’s in full swing, with many of us taking inspiration from TV icons like and both of whom did wonders for making nipple visibility cool again.Kardashian announced the new product on Instagram, in which she portrays a kind of sexy scientist (nipples and all), who addresses the camera about the bra.Skims Ultimate Nipple BraSkims“The Earth’s temperature is getting hotter and hotter,” she says.

Breast cancer accounts for 12.5% of all new annual cancer cases worldwide, making it the most common cancer in the world.

Sarah Ferguson will be joining the Loose Women panel for a special episode in which the ITV show will launch a landmark breast cancer campaign.The Duchess of York, 64, will join Christine Lampard, Coleen Nolan and Brenda Edwards where she will open up for the first time on television since revealing that earlier this year, she had been diagnosed with breast cancer and undergone a life-changing mastectomy. During this special episode, the daytime show will be launching its inaugural Don’t Skip Your Screening campaign to highlight the importance of being screened, following reports that 1.2 million mammogram appointments are missed in England.

Jem Aswad Executive Editor, Music 100 Gecs are one of the most strangely fascinating acts to hit music in many years. They’re smart and stupid and appealing and annoying and infectious and grating and many other opposites, and although they take what they do seriously, they seemingly can’t believe they’re being taken seriously.