The California Queen Emny Gifting Suite created an atmosphere that was not only fun and vivacious, but a determined and inspired one that was circulating in the air. Celebrities were not only gifted amazing products by some of the best up-and-coming brands of 2011, they were also able to be educated on the Keep A Breast Foundation with their Non-Toxic Revolution, and all that this heart-felt organization does for our communities.
California Queen's Lis Bingham with Tara Conner, Miss USA 2006 and Hilary Cruz, Miss Teen USA 2007
Keep A Breast Foundation is a non-profit organization whose mission is to eradicate breast cancer by focusing on the education of young people. Keep A Breast provides information on prevention, early detection and support. They provide events, activities, and educational programs that are specifically designed to help inform our youth of healthy habits that will lead to a healthy life style.
Emmy Nominee Serinda Swan, with her "Imagine if there were no cancer..." sign.
Non-Toxic Revolution is a part of the Keep A Breast Foundation that is aimed to educate the effects of the over 80,000 chemicals that are licensed to use in the United States. Experts say only a small percentage of family history is attributed to getting breast cancer, the rest is attributed to lifestyle choices. Non-Toxic Revolution has a mission to educate the youth on what is being used, how harmful these substances can be, and what alternatives they have for a healthier and safer lifestyle. To learn more visit www.Keep-A-Breast.org and www.kabntr.org.
Double Talks by Bring It Up created quite the crowd following when they presented their new heart-shaped scented nipple covers. The nipple cover resemble the Valentine heart candy with messages such as “I Love You” and “Text Me”. www.bringitup.com.
Kate Linder with Double Talks by Bring It Up.
Bohemian Romance provided swag bags for the talent, and items such as watches, license plate covers, and bandeau tops filled them up quickly. Bohemian romance features beautifully painted and hand-crafted designs that make a statement wherever they go. You can see the designs that Susan Brown used on the Emmy bags on their Facebook page.
Jewelry4YourCar.com sparkled the room with their gem and crystal covered license plate covers. They offer team spirit license plate covers, motorcycle license plat covers, and custom license plate designs to choose from. Take a look and add a little “Car Candy” to the back of your car today. Designs are all different and can be found at www.Jewelry4YourCar.com.
Jewelry4YourCar.com offers bling for your license plate.
ISO Beauty was gifting special guests with mini straighteners in all different colors, great for young teens and traveling. ISO is known as one of the top beauty brands that provides products to give you style, but also to maintain the health of your hair. ISO Beauty believes that your hair is a part of your self expression, and now you can customize that expression even more with a custom colored device. You can purchase your own mini straightener in your favorite color at www.isobeauty.com.
Actor Patrick Kilpatrick came to lend his support. www.patrickkilpatrick.com
O.N.E. Skincare can be used from head to toe for dehydrated, oily, or aging skin. O.N.E is the only organic olive oil moisturizer and comes in a 6 oz. self-locking bottle that is recyclable. The bonus to this product, is that the spray can also be used in your hair as an anti-frizz product. Visit www.one-skincare.com for more information.
Glam Rock Chic was gifting gift certificates for celebrities to go online and pick out their favorite pair. Their designs are edgy and and chic, but also have a sense of sophistication and a senability about them. The designer Sarah, has gone to great lengths to make her shoes as comfortable as possible, but still representing that red carpet flare. See there desings at www.glamrockchic.com.
Glam Rock Chic offers stylish shoes at affordable prices.
PixBox Photo Booth offer unique way for your guests to jump in the action of the party, and have something to take home with them to remember the event by. PixBox sets you up with a state-of-the-art photo booth and brings a plethora of props for your guests to pick from, which create quirky, individualized, and hilarious pictures that will be a treasured keepsake. To book your photo booth for your next birthday, work convention, or wedding, visit www.pixboxphotobooth.com.
STRUT is a company located in San Clemente, California that specializes in customized and trendsetting jewelry collections, wheels, and accessories designed for connoisseurs of luxury automobiles. The handcrafted STRUT collections are sold through high end automotive boutiques and dealerships or you can find them at www.strutwear.com.
While visiting each vendor, celebrities got treated, literally, by the scrumptious Luscious Organic Desserts, which are made with all natural healthy ingredients, and have many options for vegans. Luscious offers vegan wedding cakes, cupcakes, and many special treats that are so yummy you will forget they are made with all those all-natural ingredients that are actually good for you. Visit www.lusciousorganicdesserts.com to book your order today.
Luscious Organic Desserts offers deliscious vegan options for any occasion.
Healthy and Fit Forever is an organization built to motivate and encourage a healthy lifestyle. You can visit there Facebook page to see encouraging stories, get helpful advice, or just to link up with individuals who have the same drive and passion for living healthy. You can see recent posts and pictures here.
Pop Chips is the chip you definitely don’t have to be embarrassed to eat! Founder, Keith Belling, realized that there had to be a better alternative for snacking at lunch than the bags of chips he was embarrassed to order at the deli. Instead of the unhealthy frying, or not so delicious baking, Keith and co-founder Patrick Turpin discovered that by “popping” the chip with heat and pressure, they could use all natural ingredients to make a healthy, delicious snack. Read more at www.popchips.com.
Epic Timepieces was also present providing more than a way to keep time for the special guests. Epic provides a chance to help children who do not have clean water available to them. With every purchase of a watch, Epic is able to provide clean water for children all over the world, especially in Africa. To learn more how you can donate or to order a watch visit www.epictimepieces.com.
Epic Watches gives back with every purchase, to help give children clean drinking water.
Bling Cases were gifting Nano iPod cover hat had a pink and black cheetah print all over. The cases are not only practical to protect against everyday wear and tear, but also make a statement every time you take it out. They snap on and off very easily and have covers from iPod2’s to headphones. You can visit www.blingcases.com.
Kai fragrance is part of the Kai mentality, that beauty lies in the simplest and purest things. Exotic aromas and natural essences bring this fragrance to life, and give it a kind of approachability for all who would like to wear it. Kai comes in recyclable packaging and never tests on animals. To read more about Kai and their mission visit www.kaifragrance.com.
Bonsoir Bella gifted California Queen special guests with fruit patterns bandeaus and metallic swimwear. The Bonsoir Bella line offers swimwear, lingerie, and one of a kind costumes for dancers and live theatre. Brandi Bee, the designer, is tremendously inspired by artists, dancers, and risk takers in general, and accepts custom orders, commissions, and well as wholesale inquires. Visit www.bonsoirbella.com for more information.
Bonsior Bella designer, Brandi Bee, next to her collection that the stars were loving.
Elemi Organics is the answer to finding 100% natural products at affordable prices. Elemi combines pure, therapeutic grade essential oils, combined with all natural ingredients to create aromatherapy that is balances, simple, and derived from nature. Aromatherapy stimulates circulation, while healing and relaxing the body. To find your scent of choice visit www.elemi.ca.
PixBox Photo Booth offer unique way for your guests to jump in the action of the party, and have something to take home with them to remember the event by. PixBox sets you up with a state-of-the-art photo booth and brings a plethora of props for your guests to pick from, which create quirky, individualized, and hilarious pictures that will be a treasured keepsake. To book your photo booth for your next birthday, work convention, or wedding, visit www.pixboxphotobooth.com.
Nutraluxe is a skin cleansing system that makes giving yourself a facila at home a snap. The Nutra Sonic Companion exfoliates your skin leaving cleaner, softer, and younger looking skin. To order your electronic Nutra Sonic Companion to stop the signs of aging visit www.nutraluxe.net
NutraSonic gives clean and refreshed skin, just like a spa facial at home.
Sun Coast Organics helped keep the energy up in the room by offering their new no calorie organic cuisine to the nominees. Sun Coast Organics is known for their excellent quality in food, impressive selections, as well as their involvement within their community. To see more about Sun Caost organics visit www.suncoastorganics.net.
Shocking Goat watches were a hit with men and women alike. Inspired by the goat being an underestimated animal, yet conquering enormously challenging cliff faces, the design team embodied the spirit of the goat, and created a product that stands for determination. Interchangeable faces and bright colors make this the perfect accessory for any outfit. www.shockinggoat.com.
Celebrities and special guests got a chance to try a new patent design eyelash extensions from LiquiFan Lash by Nova, which make eyes pop, on or off of the red carpet. You can read more about their product and entirely new way of lengthening your lashes at www.liquifan.com.
And after guest’s lashes were looking stunning, Bellacures was offering manicures to help the guests be camera ready to the big event.
Rumor the Las Vegas Boutique Resort presented the EMMY nominees a special complimentary night stay in Sin City. The celebrities can even brign along a pet to the party if they’d like! To see pictures of the newest Las Vegas Boutique Resort visit www.rumorvegas.com.
Dr.Tattoff specializes in tattoo removal and has been recognized as the laser tattoo removal experts. Dr. Tattoff also performs laser hair removal and is offereing a 20% discount off of full tattoo treatments this months. To book your appointment visit www.drtattoff.com.
All of the delicious food was washed down with Waialua Soda Works famous flavored soda. Waialua Soda Works is known for their glass bottle soda ranging in fun flavors like Lilikoi, Pineapple, and the good old classic Root Beer.
Waialua is in the process of finishing their diet soda line, which everyone was happy to hear.
Lisa Jones and California Queens Lisa Bingham
California Queen delivered a memorable talent swag social, that hit close to home for all cancer affected celebrities and participants. Although the brands and gifts were lovely and exciting, this memorable event turned into something so much more. The main focus of special guests quickly shifted to motivating those who are battling cancer, their determination to find a cure, and inspiration to make a difference in the lives of those affected.
Lisa Bingham, the host of the California Queen Emmy gifting suite, honored her aunt, Lisa Jones, in this event. Lisa Jones is an amazing woman, who is enduring her fourth round of breast cancer, but flew out from Florida for to be present at this special event, and to meet her niece, Lisa, for the first time. We all send our love and support and know you’re going to beat it again, Lisa!
Emmy Nominees and celebrity appearances included Serinda Swan (Tron, Breakout Kings), Dot Marie Jones (Hawthorne), Patrick Gallagher (Men of a Certain Age), Josh Sussman (Glee), Iqbal Theba (Glee), Jena Malone ( Sucker Punch), Cameron Monaghan (Shameless), David S. Lee (The Nine Lives of Chloe King), Barbara Alyn Woods, (One Tree Woods), Carl Payne (Martin), FIona Gubelmann (Wilfred), Patrick Killpatrick (Minority Report), Rachel Brooke (Bring It On), Christina Derosa (Extreme Movie), Tara Conner (Miss USA), Katie Blair ( Miss Teen USA), Joyful Drake (Let’s Stay Together), Whitney Mixter ( The Real L Word), Wes Ramsey ( The Playboy Club), Nadine Ellis (Let’s Stay Together), Emii, Freda Payne, Yogi Lonich, Jackie Tohn, Shiny Toy Guns, Samuel Larsen, Purple Melon, Daisy De La Hoya, Northern Sky, and CQ DJ Fear Factor Fredo of ESPN.
