Aspen 82 filmed the interview.
Kate Holstein and Molly Erickson
Jessica Kerr and Karla Spence
Jessica Kerr and Karla Spence
Gabrielle Greeves and Kate Cassetta
Turner Reynolds, Donna Karan, Lisa Ruberti and Jennifer Benvenuto
Artisan tablewares at the boutique
THE PARTY
Iconic fashion designer Donna Karan came to Aspen in March to celebrate the opening of Urban Zen, her lifestyle boutique that also helps support the foundation of the same name. A group of 40 guests was invited to sit in on a conversation between Karan and Aspen Magazine Editor-in- Chief Cindy Hirschfeld, which was also filmed by Aspen 82.
THE PLAYERS
Donna Karan, Marni Lewis, Lisa Ruberti
THE SCENE
Karan inspired the audience in talking about her foundation’s integrative therapy program, which trains caregivers in hospitals and other institutions to incorporate yoga, acupuncture, reiki and alternative treatments, as well as the importance of practicing philanthropy true to one’s values. She also highlighted Urban Zen’s cultivation of artisans in Haiti, which includes funding a brand-new vocational center in Port-au-Prince. Afterward, guests sipped wine while Karan assisted them in shopping for the perfect outfit and accessories from Urban Zen’s globally inspired collection. -Photos by Jordan Curet
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