In a moving fusion of style and purpose, fashion icon Elie Tahari is using the runway to spotlight something far greater than design. On November 6, the celebrated designer will debut his newest collection at St. Thomas University in Miami, a show dedicated to honoring the bravery of female soldiers in the Israeli Defense Forces. The event, co-organized with award-winning fashion trailblazer and author Tobi Rubinstein, marks a rare moment where couture meets conscience. Fourteen models, including St. Thomas University students, professional models, and two active IDF soldiers, will showcase Tahari’s latest designs in a presentation that blends innovation, emotion, and social impact.
“Fashion has the power to inspire change and honor courage,” Tahari shared. “Through this event, we celebrate women whose bravery reminds us that beauty is also strength.” A portion of proceeds from each sale and donation tied to the event will directly support IDF veterans and their families, extending Tahari’s commitment to philanthropy. The show is both a tribute and a call to action, reinforcing how fashion can be a platform for global empathy.
Rubinstein, known for her pioneering work at the intersection of faith and fashion, says the collaboration reflects a moral shift in the industry. “We live in an era where fashion brands can no longer depend solely on creativity; they are challenged to reflect and respond to the world’s social and moral climate,” she said. “Faith and fashion together remind us that what we wear and the brands we stand beside reveal our values.”
For Tahari, whose career spans more than five decades and includes building a billion-dollar brand synonymous with elegance and empowerment, this show represents a full-circle moment. His work has always celebrated women, and now, his designs are helping uplift those who’ve sacrificed to protect others. The November event, hosted in partnership with Soiree Events and St. Thomas University, is expected to draw celebrities, community leaders, and fashion enthusiasts alike. Yet beyond the glamour, it serves a higher purpose: proving that style and substance can share the same stage.
To learn more about Elie Tahari’s initiatives and support his charitable mission, visit http://www.elietahari.com.
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