It's Green Time!

The green movement has taken over Bee LLC! Okay so this isn’t new, but we want to spread our passion of being green. As you all know taking care of yourself is beyond important. We use creams, lotions and various other products to do so. But do you know exactly what you’re using? I was absolutely shocked when I sat down and actually read the ingredients in the products I used on a daily basis. I won’t lie; I had to Google more than half of the ingredients, but I was not a happy camper afterwards.

My dear friend, Naila, is a guru when it comes to using products that are actually good for you and on living in a healthy manner. I really wanted to interview her and her lessons on clean living however, I got a very firm, “Hell no!” when I asked her. At least she didn’t beat around the bush about it!

Instead of going through all of your products and reading the ingredients with a magnifying glass Naila suggests going to – www.cosmeticdatabase.com - you’ll be able to see which of your favorite products are actually good for you. Naila also got me hooked on another website – www.vistacost.com - I spent majority of my day on it. All the products on it are natural and REALLY good for you. Not only can you buy make-up, you can get vitamin supplements, food, grocery and even stuff for your pet. Along with that, the prices are auh-mazing! Some of the products were even 90% off!

Still reading this? Why? Go get your shop on at www.vitacost.com!


Incase you are wondering, no, I am not a spokesperson for www.cosmeticdatabase.com or www.vitacost.com, just a fan of good stuff.

Fashionably & Charitably Yours,

Nabiha Niazi
Owner, Bee LLC
Co-Founder, Bee Charitable
Designer, Bee by Nabiha
847-927-9405
n.niazi@beeforacause.com
www.beeforacause.com
www.giveforward.org/beeforacause
beeforacause.blogspot.com
"What will you Bee?"

Words for Haiti!

GiveForward and let's dabble have combined powers to send some positive energy to Haiti. I, of course, had to take part in it - check out what Bee had to say!

Fashionably & Charitably Yours,

Nabiha Niazi
Owner, Bee LLC
Co-Founder, Bee Charitable
Designer, Bee by Nabiha
847-927-9405
n.niazi@beeforacause.com
www.beeforacause.com
www.giveforward.org/beeforacause
beeforacause.blogspot.com
"What will you Bee?"

Valenties Day Presents!

With Valentines Day just around the corner, many of you are probably in a stupor trying to figure out what to get the lovely ladies in your life. Never fear – Bee is here!

To all my single ladies, all my single ladies – sorry I had to! Be your own valentine and spoil your self with these great gifts!

• Bee by Nabiha – our line of jewelry and super cute tees offers…well…jewelry and super cute tees! Go to our store and check it out! www.beeforacause.myshopify.com Each purchase comes with a personalized card to show your lady that you care about her and the well-being of others since $15 from each purchase is donated to great causes all around the world! (This month we’re all about helping Haiti!) We also LOVE doing custom stuff – name your price and we work around that to create something that we know you and your boo will love! Our super cute tees are all about defining your self – so either pick from our list or pick one of your own so everyone can know about your girls’ best quality!
• Psst! We are starting a new line of Braille jewelry – so if you want to tell her something special like, ‘I love you’ or ‘Will you marry me?’ it’s the perfect way!
• La Collection Lollipop by Lancôme ($35.00) – not that she needs make-up, but you can wow her by getting her this gift set by Lancôme which consists of lip gloss and nail polish. It comes in super cute colors – Ma Cherie Cherry (red), Mademoiselle Grape (a cross between pink and purple) and Bon Bon Strawberry (pink). Lancôme donates $5 from each set to the Lollipop Theater Network, which brings, ‘movie magic’ to hospitalized children. Check it out for yourself at http://www.lancome-usa.com/makeup/gift-sets/la-collection-lollipop.htm#anchor001
• Go to the Lollipop Theater Network www.lollipoptheater.org
• “Choose Hope” Juicy Couture ($9.99 - $59.99) – Accessories for the fashionistas in your life! Juicy Couture donates 100% of the proceeds from the following products to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital!
• “Choose Hope.” Pink Stocking ($9.99) – The holidays may be over but this super cute pink stocking is the perfect packaging for your gift, and it’s reusable! You’ll be freed from the messiness of wrapping paper, tape and bows! Made from super soft velour with a faux fur trim along with apink satin bow and a gold tone bell. See for yourself! http://shop.stjude.org/GiftCatalog/shop.do?cID=$category.uidPk&pID=16875
• "Choose Hope." Charm Necklace ($23.00) – Adorn her – 12K gold plated chain with a pink enamel “Choose Hope.’ heart, a crystal drop and signature Juicy heart. http://shop.stjude.org/GiftCatalog/shop.do?cID=$category.uidPk&pID=16861
• "Choose Hope." Charm Bracelet ($25.99) – Talk about adorable! Gold tone bracelet bas a pink enamel “Choose Hope.” heart locket with a bar and ring toggle clasp. http://shop.stjude.org/GiftCatalog/shop.do?cID=13282&pID=16860
• "Choose Hope." Canvas Tote ($26.99) – As a handbag connoisseur I have to say that this handbag is to die for! Not literally though, please! Pink, double handled, canvas tote features the Juicy Couture logo and “Choose Hope.” printed in gold tone. http://shop.stjude.org/GiftCatalog/shop.do?cID=$category.uidPk&pID=16847
• "Choose Hope." Robe ($48.99) – A robe for a queen! Not only is it super fashionable with its ruffled sleeves and hem, its super comfy! Pink cotton-poly blend with signature Juicy logo on back and “Choose Hope.” on front, sizes: small to large. http://shop.stjude.org/GiftCatalog/shop.do?cID=$category.uidPk&pID=16876
• "Choose Hope." Handbag ($59.99) – Yowza! Juicy never fails to amaze me with their handbags, and it’s PINK! Luscious velour bag has an enamel gold tone “Choose Hope.” heart charm on the handle with the Juicy emblem on the front. http://shop.stjude.org/GiftCatalog/shop.do?cID=$category.uidPk&pID=16846
• “Gold Paw Pendant” Emily Elizabeth Jewelry ($48.00 - $60.00) – If you know me then the fact that I am crazy about animals comes to no surprise. I’m especially crazy about my little nugget, Merlot (a shih-tzu in case you’re curious). So if your beau is animal crazy as well –then this is for you, with 50% of the proceeds going to the ASPCA! Yellow or white gold-plated brass, paw charm that can come in a matte or polished finish. You can get matching earrings as well! http://www.emilyelizabethjewelry.com/product.html?pid=36&return=/shop.html?c=1

If you need more suggestions or help with your Valentines Day presents – contact Bee! We’re great at giving advice – and it’s free! Check us out at www.beeforacause.com and go to our Contact Bee page!

Fashionably & Charitably Yours,

Nabiha Niazi
Owner, Bee LLC
Co-Founder, Bee Charitable
Designer, Bee by Nabiha
847-927-9405
n.niazi@beeforacause.comn.niazi@beeforacause.com
www.beeforacause.com
www.giveforward.org/beeforacause
beeforacause.blogspot.com
"What will you Bee?"

The answer to ALL your questions! (Okay, so maybe not ALL, but hey - we like being dramatic!)

Happy Sunday everybody!

I'm proud to announce that Bee LLC & Bee Charitable has officially opened its doors for counseling services! Keep in mind that our responses don't have a medical backing (even though we do research - we don't have our doctorate degrees), and are based off of personal experiences.

Even though I was born in Chicago I spent most of my childhood living in Pakistan and Dubai and have really gotten a dose of reality as to how life really is. Along with that I have been through some experiences that I would never wish upon anyone. These experiences, though traumatic, have humbled me, given me the power to put myself in others shoes to understand them and have helped to give me a very deep understanding of life and how the world works. I'm not saying that I know everything, far from it. But, I do understand, and feel like I can really give people some advice. I'm sorry to say that I do not sugarcoat things. If I go to someone for advice I wouldn't want him or her to sugarcoat anything and so I do the same. 

So throw any question you have at me and let me help you!

Nabiha Niazi (aka- Little Miss Sunshine)

Owber, Bee LLC

Co-Founder, Bee Charitable

Happy happy Friday, it is Friday this is true! Happy happy Friday, Bee Charitable is helping Haiti - do what you can do!

Hey y’all! So as you might know by now, Bee Charitable, has been working day and night to raise funds for Haiti (we’ve quickly learned that sleep is overrated)! Right now we’re doing this through GiveFoward by setting up an online donation spot – if you haven’t already please go to www.giveforward.org/beehelpshaiti to make your donation. As of this morning Bee Charitable has reached 97% of its goal! I want to thank everyone who has made a donation and has passed on the word about our efforts. You guys are absolute rock stars! That’s right – so take our your air guitars and rock out!

The ideal situation would be for us to surpass our goal. I have been in correspondence with CARE staff in Haiti and Chicago and every report I receive gets even more heartbreaking. If I could, I would hop on the next plane to Haiti. But my family (who only have my best interest at heart) would ‘freak out’ to say the least being that the situation is so grim and unsafe. Don’t worry! I still love you guys!

Another way Bee Charitable is trying to help is by doing fundraising events. We are working with our friends to have one in D.C. in March and are working hard to make sure it the best darn event you will ever go to!

Here is some more information about the aftermath that has struck Haitians from some of the reports I have gotten

Combining the two main earthquakes and aftershocks, Haiti has been struck 36 times, which have been measured between magnitudes of 7.0 and 4.5. Due to this people have been forced to sleep on the streets, sidewalks or in shantytowns. Structures won’t hold up because of the bombardment of aftershocks.

Statistics:

• 3 million people have been affected
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• Death toll is at 200,000
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• 250,000 are injured
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• 1 million have been left homeless

Reports are saying that the area is ‘worse than a warzone’. Our hearts and prayers go out to everyone. The death toll is growing because of the many deaths due to infections as it is difficult to treat them on time.

I urge you to make a donation – if all you can afford is $5 – then donate $5, because a donation of any amount will have a hand in helping Haiti and saving lives. Let your co-workers know, let your family know & you know that person you have a crush on but haven’t had the chance to talk to? Well, let them know as well! It’ll be a great way to start a conversation!

Go to www.giveforward.org/beehelpshati to make your donation, put it in your FaceBook status, put it up on twitter and send smoke signals letting people know about it!

Thank you Bee-ians for your continued support of our efforts! I hope you guys have a happy and safe weekend!

Charitably & Fashionably Yours,

                                                Nabiha Niazi

                                                Owner, Bee LLC

                                                Founder, Bee Charitable

Happy Wednesday yall! Through we are safe in our homes many in Haiti are not. Please help Bee Charitable help Haiti! You can do so by going to www.giveforward.org/beehelpshaiti you help will be greatly appreciated!

Another Great Way to Help

Do you like helping out? Do you like vintage t-shirts? If so - here's the thing for you!

http://tidetshirts.pgvillage.com/default.aspx?utm_source=loh_causes&utm_medium=causes&utm_campaign=loh

Proceeds from the shirts are donated to Loads of Hope that helps families affected by disasters.