Red Carpet Fashion Awards has always been about escapism, with a focus on fashion as a joyful celebration, rarely venturing beyond our sartorial bubble except during pivotal moments like the pandemic and the writers’ strike.
However, this morning, as I watched Lawrence O’Donnell’s report on MSNBC about the devastating fires sweeping across Los Angeles, I feel compelled to address this heart-wrenching situation.
January marks the beginning of awards season, a time when we spotlight the achievements of celebrities and stylists through a fashion lens. Learning that Leighton Meester and Adam Brody have lost their home—like so many others—mere days after celebrating at the Golden Globes is a sobering reminder of the fragility of our joy amid tragedy.
It feels frivolous to discuss fashion at a time like this, much like during the pandemic. Yet, I’ll continue to provide the escapism so many of you come here for—whether you’re here for the imagery or indulging in my critiques of hemlines.
The fires are a harsh reminder of how quickly life can change. Entire communities are grappling with loss and displacement, and we are deeply saddened for everyone affected.
For those impacted by the fires, below is vital information about shelter locations and resources.
If you are told to evacuate, PLEASE LEAVE immediately. Do not wait.
For the latest updates, visit LAFD and Red Cross LA. Real-time wildfire information is available via Watch Duty.
Shelter Locations:
- Westwood Recreation Center: 1350 S. Sepulveda, Los Angeles
- Pasadena Civic Auditorium: 300 E. Green St, Pasadena
- El Camino Real Charter High School: 5440 Valley Circle Blvd., Woodland Hills
- Ritchie Valens Recreation Center: 10736 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Pacoima
- Sepulveda Recreation Center: 8825 Kester Avenue, Panorama City
Animal Shelters:
- Agoura Animal Care Center: 29525 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills
- Baldwin Park Animal Care Center: 4275 Elton St, Baldwin Park
- Carson Animal Care Center: 216 W Victoria St, Gardena
- Castaic Animal Care Center: 31044 Charlie Canyon, Castaic
- Downey Animal Care Center: 11258 Garfield Ave, Downey
- Lancaster Animal Care Center: 5210 W Ave I, Lancaster
- Palmdale Animal Care Center: 38550 Sierra Hwy, Palmdale
My thoughts and prayers are with everyone facing this unimaginable hardship. While I continue to provide a brief escape through fashion, let us not lose sight of the resilience and solidarity needed to rebuild in the face of such devastation.
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