NEW YORK , Sept. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- During New York Fashion Week, Play 4 Purpose by Alyx Ander, AKA Alex Butler, the Director of Entertainment at 1 Hotels, and Dress for Success teamed up to host a series of events at 1 Hotel Brooklyn Bridge , Dress 4 Good. While the rest of the fashion industry was focused on runways, Play 4 Purpose decided to shine a spotlight on a different segment of the industry, an organization called Dress for Success.
The week of philanthropic events kicked off on Thursday with The Vanguard Dinner at The Osprey , where a diverse group of leaders, influencers, and philanthropists gathered to celebrate Dress for Success. The dinner featured wine by Chateau d'Esclans , a performance by India Beer and opera singer, James Valenti , and an unveiling of "Peak of Consciousness: A WO2RLD Art Installation" by upcycle artist José Alexzander . After dinner, guests were invited upstairs to Harriett's rooftop for sets by DEROZA and Flamingeuax and a surprise performance by Sinego .
Additionally, a tree was planted in honor of each guest that attended the dinner, advancing Sacred Amazonia 's cultural preservation of the Amazon rainforest. "Combining unique events with incredible causes like Dress for Success is such an exciting concept," Alyx Ander said. "Artists, influencers, activists and changemakers gathering together for a great cause is what made this week so special.
" Friday's event lineup included a panel, Voices of Change, that gave sports host, Abb.