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or the third year in a row, BlackBerry
The Pink Polo event helps to highlight these
sponsored an event in support of women’s
facts and to raise funds for Reach for Recovery,
wellness and the fight against breast cancer.
whose programme is to supply both practical
Supporting sponsors included Bosch Siemens
and emotional support to breast-cancer patients
Gaggenau, Discovery, Polo SA and Marie Claire
as well as their families. ‘This is a wonderful
magazine. This year’s event saw BlackBerry
day filled with fabulous entertainment, South
and Gaggenau, two top male polo teams, play
Africa’s favourite celebrities, prizes and goodie
an exciting match – but the highlight of the
bags,’ says event organiser Edith Venter. ‘It’s an
afternoon was a slick fashion show by Polo SA,
enjoyable way to show your support for breast-
showcasing the latest trends. A special range of
cancer sufferers and survivors while enjoying a
Pink Polo products is available at Polo stores
great day out.’
and selected Stuttafords stores around the country, with 15% of the proceeds from all sales being donated to CANSA. Guests enjoyed a high tea in a spectacular setting. Pongrácz and Pink Pigeon ensured the bubbles kept flowing, while pop-up shops included Carrol Boyes, Elizabeth Arden, The Little Hattery and Jan & Guy. One in 29 South African women is diagnosed with breast cancer. If treated early, she stands a good chance of recovery. Educating women about the symptoms of breast cancer and the need for regular check-ups is vital to combating the disease. 90
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