Colours of Sickle Cell Combines Fashion and Raising Awareness For Charity in DC- NOV 21ST

Nov. 10, 2011 - PRLog -- Washington, DC  – Local actress and model Jamairais Malone, who shined this past summer in the Arena Stage’s production of RUINED, will take on her greatest challenge yet and walk the runway at a premiere event in support of those living with Sickle Cell Anemia, including herself. The event, “Colours of Sickle Cell” will be held on Monday, November 21, 2011, from 7PM-10PM at the Riot Act Comedy Theater, located at 801 E. Street, NW, in Washington, DC.

This exciting event is aimed at building awareness and educating the local community about Sickle Cell Disease, by incorporating breathtaking designs from local fashion designers.  “Colours of Sickle Cell” is the brainchild of Jamairais Malone, a graduate of the Duke Ellington School of Arts, who was born and raised in Washington, DC.  She has modeled for some of today’s well known designers, such as Project Runway Alumnus Korto Momolu and Christian Siriano, and was featured on BET’s Rip the Runway.  

“Sickle Cell affects millions of people throughout the world, and it’s time to give this disease the attention it deserves, said Malone. “In our style-driven society, where fashion is the hallmark of many successful fundraisers, there is no better time then now to produce a fashion show to benefit Sickle Cell Disease.”

Kicking off at 6:30PM, this red carpet extravaganza includes a captivating live vocal performance by Crystal Ki, a blind Sickle Cell patient; a cocktail reception; and an informational session featuring experts in the field.  The fashion show begins promptly at 8:00PM featuring Heydari Designs, Studio D'Maxsi, Red Hue Boutique and Tim Bradley.

Several national and community organizations have pledged their support for this event, including the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America (SCDAA) and Howard University’s Center for Sickle Cell. This benefit will help to empower patients, ignite conversations among supporters and communities about Sickle Cell and provide the best resources for patients and parents to seek out treatment options.      

To help spearhead publicity, Malone contacted her friend El’Jay DeShield, a media and marketing professional, who is well known in the Washington, DC area.  At the time of contact, she didn’t know that he was also born with Sickle Cell.  Together, they will combine their resources and talents to present “Colours of Sickle Cell.”

Tickets are $75 (VIP); $50 (General). Proceeds will benefit the national headquarters of the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America (SCDAA). For tickets, please visit coloursofsicklecell.eventbrite.com.  For all media inquiries, please contact El’Jay DeShield at info@deshieldenterprises.com.

For more information about Sickle Cell Disease, please visit the Sickle Cell Disease Association of America at www.SickleCellDisease.org

"Colours of Sickle Cell" is sponsored in part by Graduate School USA, CSC, DeShield Enterprises, LLC, Cole Stevens, Marcella Ellis, Nubian Heritage, Carol's Daughter and Vita Coco.