Stella’s Retail Therapy Night — our semi-annual, after-hours party — is set for Thursday, October 7 from 6 to 9 p.m. And, as if the event won’t be fabulous enough, Stella is proud to announce that acclaimed designer Sophia Forero will be on hand that night with a trunk show of her beautiful jewelry.

Sophia works with semi-precious gems and materials of the highest quality. A favorite of Stella customers, Sophia’s jewelry has been worn by Sarah Jessica Parker, Bonnie Hunt, Holly Hunter, Juliette Lewis, Mariel Hemingway, Cheryl Hines and many other celebrities. Her jewelry has appeared in feature films and on the anchorwomen of CNN.

Sophia’s eye for color, texture and design stems from her experience of international culture. Sophia worked for the Peace Corps and has traveled the world gathering inspiration and materials from which she crafts her fine jewels.

Three years ago, Sophia, her brother and a New York Times editor teamed up on a mission to create a line of jewels that would directly benefit Friends of the Children of Haiti (FOTCOH). The result was a high-end series of necklaces featuring oil drum pendants from Haiti. 100% of the proceeds benefits FOTCOH. Sophia will be raffling off one of these pieces, valued at $500, at the Stella Trunk Show during our Retail Therapy event. Raffle tickets will sell for $5 each.

Rachel Hershinow, owner of Stella, will donate a portion of the evening’s proceeds to FOTCOH. And while the event will benefit others, Retail Therapy is also a night for you, filled with refreshments, libations, special discounts and friendly company. It’s a definite don’t-miss.

This special night of fun and fundraising is a celebration to women coming together, teaming up for a good cause and feeling fabulous.

What: Retail Therapy Night and Sophia Forero Trunk Show

When: Thursday, October 7; 6 to 9 p.m.

Where: Stella Boutique, 2116 Central Street, Evanston

Call: (847) 864-5565 for more information