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Fabulous Finds from Housing Works’ Fashion for Action Fundraiser

Tuesday November 8, 2011

New York, NY - Ready to update your look for less? A $1,450 Dior handbag for $695? A Marc Jacobs striped party dress perfect for the New Year at less than $300? And the profits go to a good cause? Now that's Fashion for Action.

Housing Works Thrift Shops' incredible Fashion for Action 2011 charity event and designer sale, chaired by Thom Browne, Rachel Roy and Patricia Clarkson, is your first stop for jaw-dropping deals on $1 million worth of brand-new merchandise from the most sought-after designer labels, including Brooks Brothers, Burberry, Dolce & and Gabbana, Christian Dior, Diane Von Furstenberg, Donna Karan, Marc Jacobs, Michael Kors, Prada, Theory and many more!

Best of all- It's for a good cause: All funds raised go towards Housing Works' fight to end homelessness and AIDS. This year's proceeds will benefit Housing Works' HIV prevention and integrated health care services for women and families.

Accessorize any wardrobe with these fab finds:

Marc Jacobs silk scarves

Retail: $98

Fashion for Action price: $45

Marc Jacobs silk scarves

Retail: $98

Fashion for Action price: $45

Rebecca Taylor fuchsia party dress

Retail: $325

Fashion for Action price: $150

BCBG Print dress with exposed zipper

Retail: $125

Fashion for Action price: $65

Marc Jacobs multi-pleat striped dress

All funds raised go towards Housing Works' fight to end homelessness and AIDS. This year's proceeds will benefit Housing Works' HIV prevention and integrated health care services for women and families.

Retail: $628

Fashion for Action price: $295

Dior bag

Retail: $1450

Fashion for Action price: $695

Brooks Brothers wool jacket

Retail: $1900

Fashion for Action price: $800

Event Details:

Fashion for Action 2011 Opening Night Reception

Date: Wednesday, November 16 2011

Time: 6 pm to 9 pm; VIPs arrive at 5:30 pm for preview shopping

Place: The Altman Building 135 West 18th Street, (between 6th and 7th avenues)

Price: Tickets start at $150. See all ticket prices.

Fashion for Action 2011 Three-Day Designer Sale

Date: November 17-19 2011

Time: 11 am to 7 pm

Place: The Altman Building 135 West 18th Street, (between 6th and 7th avenues)

Price: Sale is FREE and open to the public.

Website: www.fashionforaction.com