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Downtown’s Favorite Summer Fragrances

Post author By Alyssa Cook
Post date August 3, 2017

It’s never too late to find that perfect scent and this summer, there are some fabulous fragrances.

Whether its sweet, sexy, or simple, everyone needs a fragrance that reminds you of the joy of summer days. Your smell defines you and makes you unique, so finding the right one that pleases you and those who surround you is essential — no pressure.

Finding the perfect summer scent can be trial and error; however, Downtown Magazine has put together a guide of our favorite fragrances for summer.

BVLGARI

Photo courtesy of BVLGARI

Omni Paraiba
Price: $82.00, available here

This scent is inspired by one of the most unique gems on earth: the radiant Paraiba Tourmaline of Brazil. It is a combination of the freshness of bigarade oranges and the exuberant passion flower, creating a luscious scent.

Estée Lauder

Photo courtesy of Ulta Beauty

Bronze Goddess
Price: $75.00, available here

Feel the heat. Returning for the summer season, Bronze Goddess is a sensuous, sun-drenched blend of Bergamot, warm Amber, Tiare Flower and Vanilla combined with delicious creamy Coconut. All heat. All desire. All woman.

Kate Spade

Photo courtesy of Kate Spade

Walk On Air Sunshine
Price: $95.00, available here

Walk On Air Sunshine by Kate Spade celebrates the graceful confidence of its wearer. It’s light-weight and extra-refreshing while brings to life the effervescent, colorful essence of Kate Spade New York.

Vince Camuto

Photo courtesy of Vince Camuto

Ciao Vince Camuto Eaude Parfum
Price: $85.00, available here

Ciao Vince Camuto is romantic, flirty and fearless, the woman who wears Ciao greets—and embraces—the world with a free spirit and fresh, positive attitude. The fruity floral fragrance is contagious and unforgettable.

Givenchy

Photo courtesy of Ulta Beauty

Live Irrésistible Eau de Parfum Délicieuse
Price: $89.00, available here

Live Irrésistible Délicieuse is the perfume for a woman who breaks free from conventions and makes her life a playground. Givenchy brings this spirit to life through a new creation, a floral delicacy, which is as sassy as it is sweet. Seize each moment and bend the rules.

Stella McCartney

Photo courtesy of Stella McCartney

POP Eau de Parfum
Price: $92.00, available here

POP is a bright, modern and irreverent scent combining the vibrant floralcy of tuberose with sandalwood. It reinterprets tuberose, chosen for its iconic bold scent, by emphasizing its brighter, crisper, more solar floralcy. It is the scent of a new generation, who are coming into their own, true to themselves and are about to POP.

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Events

The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation’s 19th Annual Collaborating For A Cure Event

Post author By Downtown Magazine
Post date November 15, 2016

Last week, the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation (SWCRF) hosted its 19th Annual Collaborating For A Cure Benefit Dinner & Auction at Cipriani Wall Street. Beyond marking the 40th anniversary of the founding of the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation by noted oncologist Samuel Waxman, M.D., the event also made history in introducing the SWCRF Vince Camuto Memorial Cancer Research Program in honor of Mr. Camuto; the founder of Camuto Group passed away from prostate cancer in 2015. Louise Camuto, Chief Creative Officer of Camuto Group, accepted the honor in memory of her late husband. Downtown interviewed Dr. Waxman in advance of the event, who was in attendance among notables that included Jean Shafiroff, John Varvatos and Michael Nierenberg.

This year’s event was attended by more than 750 corporate executives, board members and their guests. It was hosted by Chris Wragge — co-anchor of CBS 2’s News This Morning — as master of ceremonies, and raised approximately $2.5 million for SWCRF cancer research programs. The money raised will support the Foundation’s research efforts to produce a cure for cancer by reprogramming cancer cells and to deliver tailored, minimally toxic treatments to patients. The scientists funded by the SWCRF have made significant breakthroughs in cancer research, including identifying pathways to deliver novel therapies to treat cancer.

The evening was capped off by a full-length performance by Roger Daltrey of The Who. Daltrey, a regular supporter of cancer-related causes, played nearly every song by The Who that a classic rock fan would want to hear, as backed by a five-piece band that included guitarists Simon Townshend and Frank Simes, bassist Jon Button, keyboardist Loren Gold and drummer Scott Devours. For a handful of songs, the group was joined on-stage by singer/songwriter Willie Nile, who recently premiered a music video through Downtown. Daltrey and band closed the evening with an impromptu Johnny Cash medley, which highlighted Daltrey as a guitarist. Beyond Daltrey, other celebrity performers at SWCRF events have included Ziggy Marley, Train, Peter Frampton, Gregg Allman, Kid Rock, Steely Dan, Glenn Frey, Joe Walsh, Sheryl Crow, John Fogerty, and Counting Crows.

For more information on the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation, please visit www.waxmancancer.org.

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The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation To Present Nov. 10 Gala at Cipriani Wall Street

Post author By Downtown Magazine
Post date November 3, 2016

Dr. Samuel Waxman

The Zena and Michael A. Wiener Professor of Medicine, Distinguished Service Professor of Medicine, Hematology, and Medical Oncology, and the Distinguished Service Professor of Oncological Sciences at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City, Dr. Samuel Waxman has been part of the Mount Sinai faculty for over 30 years. Within those decades of experience, Dr. Waxman has written hundreds of published scientific papers and textbook chapters. As if those titles and credits were not enough, Dr. Waxman is also the founder of the Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation, which has provided over $90 million in grants to more than 200 researchers.

The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation has regularly presented high-profile events, and continues that tradition with its Collaborating For A Cure gala on Thursday, Nov. 10. This year’s event, which celebrates the foundation’s 40 years of making a difference, will take place at Cipriani Wall Street. Tickets and more info on the gala — which will include an appearance by Roger Daltrey of The Who — can be found on the foundation’s website.

Dr. Waxman spoke to Downtown about Collaborating For A Cure, how he got involved with cancer research and what else is coming up for him. The inspirational Dr. Waxman can be visited online at www.waxmancancer.org.

Where does your passion for cancer research come from?

Dr. Samuel Waxman: The death of my mother from cancer when I was 16 affected me very deeply and inspired my passion to eradicate cancer.

When you were studying to become a doctor, what was your initial specialty?

SW: Hematology and oncology.

A lot of people are skeptical about medical foundations. When someone donates to your foundation, what exactly does the money go towards?

SW: The Samuel Waxman Cancer Research Foundation specializes in funding research that identifies and corrects faulty genetic behavior that causes cancer and our grantees are all leading researchers who collaborate on projects across cancer institutes. Donations sustain their progress by covering the cost of laboratory equipment, staffing and administrative expenses that allow them to test their theories, hopefully leading to clinical trials for new cancer treatments.

Is there an accomplishment related to the foundation that you are most proud of?

SW: My collaboration through SWCRF with two distinguished cancer researchers from Shanghai, Professor Zhu Chen and Professor Zhen-Yi Wang, produced a cure for APL, a form of leukemia, that improved the five-year survival rate of patients from 25 percent to 95 percent. It remains the standard of care for APL today.

What can you tell me about this year’s gala? What’s to be expected from it?

SW: This year’s event is special because it commemorates the fortieth anniversary of the year I founded the SWCRF with a $10,000 donation I received from an executive from the fashion industry. We honor fashion leaders every year and at the Gala we are announcing a new research program named in honor of Vince Camuto, founder of Camuto Group, who passed away of prostate cancer last year. Louise Camuto will accept the honor in his memory. Our musical guest is a rock legend, Roger Daltrey of The Who.

How did you wind up working with Cipriani? Are you a member of Cipriani’s Wall Street location? Or have attended a lot there?

SW: This will be our third year holding the Collaborating For A Cure Gala at Cipriani Wall Street. It is a beautiful venue that we selected for its fine reputation and it always delivers a top-notch experience for our guests. I’m looking forward to seeing our supporters there on Nov. 10.

Do you have any other events planned beyond this year’s gala?

SW: The Gala is our final fundraiser in 2016, capping our year-long anniversary celebration, but we’re looking forward to next year’s benefits, including our annual ladies’ luncheon, our golf tournament, A Hamptons Happening and the 20th anniversary Collaborating For A Cure gala. We never tire of raising funds for cancer research.

When not busy with work, how do you like to spend your free time?

SW: I enjoy relaxing activities such as gardening, golf, reading a good book and spending time with my family.

Do you have a favorite restaurant in Manhattan?

SW: My favorites are Babbo and Bouley.

Finally, Dr. Waxman, any last words for the kids?

SW: Lead with your passion and never let fear hold you back.