Les Couleurs Charity’s Barbie-Inspired Fundraiser Featured Diversified Group of Expert Panelists & Notable Guests

In a world that is rapidly evolving, where the essence of diversity and empowerment takes center stage, Les Couleurs Charity, founded by Humanitarian Aura Copeland, has orchestrated an event that flawlessly encapsulates these ideals. Their recent Barbie-inspired fundraiser hosted by German Model Nathalie Dahners was a testament to the power of beauty, fashion, and diversity.

The star-studded event, held at Les Couleurs Art Gallery in Downtown Miami on August 2, was adorned with hues reminiscent of a vibrant Barbie dreamland and drew parallels between the iconic doll’s influence on generations and the modern pursuit of embracing individuality. As guests mingled, their attires reflected quintessential themes, styles, and colors from the Barbie movie. This evening wasn’t just a gathering; it was a symbol of hope, progress, and the unstoppable force of change.

The highlight of the night was a thought-provoking panel discussion moderated by Daniela Uribe, fashion journalist, and founder/CEO of luxury Italian shoe brand Daniela Uribe. The topic – “Beauty, Fashion, Diversity, and Emerging Developments” – brought together luminaries from various sectors. Each panelist exuded wisdom and experience, offering unique perspectives on the interplay between beauty, fashion, and social progress.

From left to right: Daniela Uribe, Fabiany Muniz, Danny Jelaca, Avni Parekh, Tobias Richter, and Jose Ibarra. Photo credit: Spotlight Photography. 

• Fragrance Curator for French Color & Fragrance Fabiany Muniz began by sharing the future of fragrances and the need for a strong city-brand identity drawing similarities to the exceptional branding of perfumes Bond No. 9, Custo Barcelona, and Jimmy Choo.
• Joining the panel was Family Karma’s Indian Barbie Avni Parekh, author of self-help book Be The Bigger Person and athleisure founder, who described how emerging AI technologies are shaping the landscape of beauty, fashion, and publishing. Her insights into AI-driven innovation provided a glimpse into how this technology is already being used to integrate with publishing, fashion, beauty, and beyond.
• Designer Kai Luthardt touched on the evolution of the design industry and what’s to come, including how AI fits in and the importance of being highly creative and inventive when it comes to content creation, fashion, and graphic design.
• Fashion Guru and Publicist Jose Ibarra described Miami as an epicenter for all industries and touched on the emergence of a “new Miami” and the need to be excellent — noting, if professionals and experts are not functioning at their most optimal state, the city will be left behind as innovators living in other cities like New York and Los Angeles will embrace new technologies and enable their cities to thrive.
• Renowned celebrity Hair Stylist Danny Jelaca highlighted the transformative impact of all-inclusive beauty spas like his sanctuary, Danny Jelaca Salon & Spa in Miami Beach, which offers a robust roster of services like nails, makeup, skincare, hair styling, and hair color, in addition to a med spa. 
• Jeremy Fragrance, influencer, and founder of Fragrance One, stated that the future of fragrance won’t be replaced with AI, rather, it’s moving toward efficiency and “functional fragrances.” These will act as mood enhancers to help people concentrate, stay energized, fall asleep, and so on.
• With great energy and pizzazz, Hair Stylist Tobias Richter showcased a few of his exclusive Swarovski crystal-studded hot tools and talked about his endeavors, like renting out spaces inside his salon to other hairstylists which has increased his clientele and revenue. 
• Ashley Engstrom, entertainment and artist manager at Sarah Ashley Agency, brought a poignant narrative to the conversation, underlining the immense potential for career growth in Miami which has enabled her to expand her business.
• Closing with insights about fashion, Daniela Uribe emphasized the importance of breaking away from conventional molds and embracing personal style as a means of empowerment. Having lived in several fashion capitals of the world like London, Paris, New York, and now, Miami – Uribe’s footwear creations have always celebrated individuality, which perfectly resonated with the essence of the Barbie event.

As the evening drew to a close, guests left with their hearts full of inspiration and their minds brimming with ideas. Echoing the essence of Les Couleurs Charity, which is dedicated to helping underprivileged kids in the developing world by providing them with educational opportunities and enriching their lives through art, the Barbie-inspired event was a testament to the fact that when we celebrate diversity and encourage the sharing of different perspectives, we celebrate humanity in its entirety. 

Furthermore, Aura Copeland’s commitment to fostering an environment where knowledge is celebrated is not only commendable but vital to the ongoing conversation about global access to education and the arts.