hile working at my mother’s boutique, I was met with the challenge of helping a 24 yr. old breast cancer survivor select a dress to hide her scars. Feeling her frustration, I realized that gowns are either too matronly or too revealing for breast cancer survivors. Without any sketching or sewing experience I entered fashion design school and founded The Pink Pledge, advocating for change in the fashion industry while raising money for the cure. Famous designers and celebrities who have joined the Pledge include Tony Bowls, Paula Chang, Maya Angelou, Peggy Fleming, Liz Taylor and Al Pacino.

As Susan G. Komen celebrates its 25^th anniversary millions of survivors are the youngest in history. The world embraces the timeless beauty of a woman and this is why my platform is so important. I want every survivor to feel beautiful and whole. This is my pledge and I have dedicated my life to it.