May 10, 2023: On April 18, Saks Fifth Avenue hosted more than 150 attendees for Tree Chic, a fashion-meets-charity evening in support of the Bereavement Center of Westchester ("BCW') Tree House. The event, which took place at the SAKS flagship store on Fifth Avenue, included lively music, gourmet hors d'oeuvres and an incredible runway show featuring aspirational spring looks. It was the much-anticipated and highly successful return of a fan favorite event after a four-year pandemic-induced hiatus.
The night kicked off with a cocktail hour featuring signature pink cocktails served by bartending models. Tree Chic Co-Chairs MK O'Shaughnessy and Betsy Putnam welcomed guests to Tree Chic and made brief remarks introducing a poignant video showcasing art therapy work by Tree House families. Guests lining the runway wearing Tree Chic's pink boas were then treated to a highly entertaining and energetic presentation of cutting edge spring fashion by two of Saks Fifth Avenue's top stylists.
This fourth iteration of Tree Chic is perhaps its most successful and impactful. Altogether, and thanks to the generosity of our sponsor Saks Fifth Avenue, Tree Chic raised more than $51,000 for BCW-Tree House. As Betsy and MK remarked in closing, events like Tree Chic are what enable the Tree House to continue to provide free counseling services to grieving children and their families. All attendees will agree that it was an amazing night in support of a very special cause.