Culture | Oct. 2025
THE BUZZ: OCTOBER 2025
By Contributor
HIGHLY FAVO(RED)
Founded by Bono and Bobby Shriver, (RED) partners with some of the world’s most iconic brands like Apple, Amazon, Vespa, and more, to create products that raise critical funds for the Global Fund and life-saving programs around the world. To date, (RED) has generated nearly $800 million to support the fight against global health emergencies. This season, all eyes are on the new partnership with luxury eyewear brand AHLEM. Not only are the (AHLEM)RED sunglasses stylish and practical, but they also help save lives. Founded in Los Angeles in 2014 by Paris-born designer Ahlem Manai-Platt, AHLEM now operates boutiques in Paris, New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. This cat eye style is sharp, chic, and perfect for every power woman. AHLEM will contribute 40% of the net proceeds from every (AHLEM)RED frame purchased to support (RED)’s work in bringing vital healthcare programs to communities most in need. red.org
LIQUID GOLD
Rooted in the Greek ethos that the relationship between the mind, body, and soul must be in sync in order to have a life where all is well, Ola Kala in Greek, and inspired by the founder’s own mother, Kefi Life’s mission is to teach you a lifestyle that allows you to flourish and feel alive the Greek way. Founder Kiki Vale grew up steeped in Greek culture as a first-generation American. She lived in Greece during college, then became an on-air broadcaster. Now the holistic health educator inspires others to live lives of Ola kala. Kefi Life extra virgin olive oil is the juice of the Koroneiki olive, grown in the Peloponnese region of Greece. This special area has the perfect weather conditions for cultivating olive trees. The sunny weather helps the olive trees produce the most nutrient dense harvest due to its distinct microclimate. This extraordinary extra virgin olive oil is characterized by its aromas of green grass, artichoke, and sweet almond with a mild peppery finish. kefilife.com
FASHION FORWARD
Chicago Fashion Week returns with events all over the metro area. Locally, engage with the brilliant work of College of DuPage fashion studies students at a special exhibition at Yorktown Center on October 10. Other highlights include Maximal Glam, a beauty trend show, and How Fashion Influences Interior Design with JC Licht and Luxe magazine. chicagofashionweek.com
