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Painting and Wine class at MADI!
Join us for an evening of fun and giving back February 29th from 7-9pm at MADI headquarters (1659 Summit St. KCMO 64108)! We will be partnering with Wine & Design to benefit MOCSA!
40% of the ticket price goes directly to MOCSA! The ticket price also includes a $10 off coupon for MADI Apparel. And, for all MADI undies sold at this event, a pair will be donated to MOCSA.
Reserve your spot now, & we can't wait to see you there!
MADI In Cuba
At the end of January, founder, Hayley Besheer traveled to Cuba to make an international drop-off!
Here are some snapshots and details of her trip:
Mageli Hogar Maternito Infantil - This is an overnight clinic where mentally or physically ill expecting mothers may stay for treatment until it is time to head to the hospital to have the baby. Healthcare is free in Cuba, and babies are treated with VERY serious high priority - if a baby dies during during birth, doctors risk having their license taken away.
With director of the Mageli Hogar Maternito Infantil.
An expecting mother Hayley Hayley & Pam met outside of Mageli Hogar Maternito Infantil.
Hayley and Pam's local Havana friends, guides and translators, Ana and Yenisleydis who assisted in our drop-offs throughout Havana.
-Fun facts about them: Ana is 28 and is a local radio broadcaster, Yenisleydis (nickname in English is Jenny) is 25 and a practicing Doctor in Havana.
Mirta- 85 yrs old and Paula - 86 years old. They were very excited about receiving new underwear, as it's difficult to afford. Hayley asked how they knew each other and they said they are "Amigas", sitting on the sidewalk to catch some sun :)
As Hayley & Pam were organizing the underwear to head to their first drop-off, the bathroom attendant of the restaurant we were in asked if they might give her a pair of "bloomers". She was so excited to have a pair of new underwear that she said looked like they would fit perfectly!
City driver Ernesto that told Hayley & Pam that even though healthcare and education are free in Cuba, necessities like underwear are very expensive for women especially on a wage of under $40/month (many government positions not in the tourism industry pay between $20-$40/month). They left undies for his mother and sister-in-law.
The woman in the middle is named Caridad - which means charity in Spanish. Hayley & Pam met her in Havana and they asked if she could use new underwear. She ecstatically said yes and emotionally told us how over the years she became separated from her family and a man stole her property, leaving her homeless.
These last few pictures were in Havana. This drop-off was in Santiago at the African Cultural Center - "Instituto Cubano Amistad Con Los Pueblos".
Here, Hayley was donating 25 pairs of underwear to Dr. Marta Cordies, director of the African Cultural Center.
Outfit of the Week: Valentine's Day Date
With Valentine's Day just a few days away, hopefully your man has a special night planned! This outfit is perfect for your Valentine's Date because it's the perfect mix of sexy and festive. A sexy red dress will blow your man away!
We're starting with The Diana-Wide Lace Thong under a sexy, short, red dress. Next, we're adding a pair of sexy black heels, a drop gold necklace, gold earrings and a gold cuff. We're finishing off the outfit with a long black coat, since it's still a little chilly out!
Where to find this #MADI style:
-Dress: Nordstrom
-Coat: L.L. Bean
-Shoes: Express
-Necklace: Kendra Scott
-Earrings: Stella & Dot
-Bracelet: Nordstrom
Valentines Day Sale
Valentine's Day is coming right up and we've got what you need for the special lady in your life! What better gift than a gift that keeps on giving?!
That's right! Spend $75 or more and we'll throw in a FREE lace thong with your order!
Our sale starts today and goes through Sunday (online and in-store)! But don't worry, if you put off buying her something, we're doing another sale February 13th and 14th!
Click here to get started shopping!
Outfit of the Week: A Day in the Office
Our underwear don't only go with casual week day outfits or fancy date night outfits, our underwear can be worn with anything! This week, we're bringing you professional women an outfit to wear your MADI undies with!
We started with The Mimi- Modest Bikini underwear and paired them with a gray pencil skirt. On top, we added a white chiffon blouse and a black blazer. We've finished off the outfit with a classic pair of black pumps, a simple gold necklace and gold stud earrings.
Where to find this #MADIstyle:
-Skirt: J. Crew
-Blouse: Nordstrom
-Blazer: MANGO
-Shoes: Nordstrom
-Necklace: Kendra Scott
-Earrings: Ross-Simons
Outift of the Week: Business Casual Luncheon
It's the middle of the week and you're headed to a business casual lunch with a few co-workers. Now, let's be real, business casual can sometimes feel stiff and more just like business attire, forget the casual part. However, it doesn't have to be that way! This outfit is the perfect business casual outfit, because it is a good combination of "business" and "casual" Ha! The top and pants keep it business, while the accessories help make it more casual and fashionable!
The Pamela- Cheeky Brazilian Underwear are perfect under a pair of black, ankle dress pants and a white, long, button-down shirt. Next, we've added a fun pair of leopard flats and a structured, black bag perfect for carrying your laptop and some work! Lastly, we're accessorizing with a fun gold bracelet and a pop of color on a gold pendant necklace!
Where to find this #MADIstyle:
-Pants: The Limited
-Shirt: Chico's
-Bag: Tory Burch
-Bracelet: Ross-Simons
-Necklace: Kendra Scott
-Shoes: Steve Madden
Hayley Raised Awareness In....Her Underwear!
If you haven't already heard, founder Hayley Besheer spent her Christmas Eve standing in her underwear on the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City. Hayley was there to represent the vulnerability that women who do not have access to new underwear might feel and raise awareness about domestic violence. One of Hayley's New Year's resolutions was to get outside her comfort zone, and this was certainly an excellent way to get started on that goal!
If you want to hear more about this amazing way Hayley raised awareness check out this video!
Hayley has also just been recognized in KC Magazine for her amazing display! Check it out here!
Girls Night Out to Support Lazarus Ministries
We recently held an event where we partnered with the Junior League of Kansas City, Missouri that we called "Girls Night Out" to support Lazarus Ministries. It was a night of shopping with complimentary wine and appetizers at MADI Apparel. 15% of all sales went to support Lazarus Ministries at Historic Grand Avenue Temple and for each pair of underwear purchased a pair was donated to a woman in need as always!
Lazarus Ministries is an organization that strives "to offer unlimited compassion while providing for the unmet needs of Kansas City’s urban core through a volunteer program which allows an opportunity for interpreting service as an expression of faith." To learn more about Lazarus Ministries click here!
Founder Hayley was also featured on KCWE as well as KMBC 9 News speaking about the event!
Here are some other pictures from the event!
Stay tuned for posts about more fun events like this one!
Outfit of the Week: Lunch Date
This is the perfect outfit for a mid-day lunch date with your girlfriends or even your man. This outfit is super on trend with the light wash flare jeans, the leather accessories and the gold jewelry. You will stay warm and fashionable!
The Kaydee wide lace brazilian underwear are perfect under a pair of light wash flare jeans and an off-the-shoulder white blouse. Paired with a brown leather jacket and brown leather booties it's totally trendy. To top it all off, add a gold necklace, stud earrings and stack-able bracelets.
Where to find this #MADIstyle:
-Blouse: Top Shop
-Jeans: American Eagle Outfitters
-Jacket: Rotita
-Booties: Nordstrom
-Earrings: Lord & Taylor
-Bracelets: Alex and Ani
-Necklace: Lord & Taylor
Outfit of the Week: Snowy Date Night
Friday night is coming up and just because it's cold outside doesn't mean you can't look cute when you're out on the town with your beau! This outfit is perfect for date night because it's sexy, dressy and it will keep you warm!
The Kyle- Classic Boyshort underwear are perfect under a pair of leather leggings. Layered with a chunky heather gray sweater, black booties and silver jewelry it's the perfect outfit for Friday night!
Where to find this #MADIstyle:
-Leggings: Nordstrom
-Sweater: SheIn
-Booties: DSW
-Earrings: Stella & Dot
-Necklace: Kendra Scott
New Distributor: clair de lune + The Great Bra Exchange
We're starting off this new year with some very exciting news! MADI Apparel is debuting the launch of sales in our newest distribution outlet THIS TUESDAY from 4-7pm at clair de lune! We're also teaming up with our new distribution partners clair de lune lingerie boutique to donate bras and underwear to Hope House!
As always, for every pair of MADI underwear sold at our storefront or any of our distribution outlets, a pair is donated to a woman. We've donated MADI underwear to Hope House twice this year, and sales of MADI through clair de lune will allow us to donate even MORE to local Hope House. The Hawthorne Plaza, Kansas boutique will launch the ongoing offering of MADI Apparel underwear on January 5th, and for every pair of underwear purchased, a new pair will be donated to Hope House.
About MADI's new collaboration with clair de lune and The Great Bra Exchange:
For the past 12 years, clair de lune's non-profit Great Bra Exchange has asked their customers to donate gently used bras to victims of domestic violence at Hope House. The event has resulted in the donation of more than 20,000 bras, and in exchange, customers receive a $15 gift certificate for a new bra.
For this year’s Great Bra Exchange, held annually Jan. 2-17, clair de lune has teamed up with us for a special event on January 5. From 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. - where the boutique will launch the ongoing offering of MADI Apparel underwear. clair de lune will donate bras and MADI Apparel will donate underwear to the women of Hope House.
“Women often arrive at Hope House with nothing more than the clothes on their back,” CEO MaryAnne Methany says. “Who could imagine how important something like a bra becomes for women in their most desperate hour? And underwear tops our list of most needed under-donated articles of clothing. For women in need, undergarments mean more than a just a donation, they mean dignity.”
Link to full story on our partnership from This is KC: http://www.thisiskc.com/
We hope to see you this Tuesday night for a fun evening of shopping, apps and drinks!
Outfit of the Week: Lazy Afternoon
The weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so delightful...which is why we're curling up next to it in a big cozy chair with a good book! And, the best part is, we're doing it in style!
The Pamela-Cheeky Brazilian underwear are perfect under a pair of classic black leggings. Topped with a graphic sweatshirt, a chunky scarf and a pair of comfy UGGs this outfit is perfect to curl up by the fire in!
Where to find this #MADIstyle:
-Sweatshirt: Wildfox
-Leggings: H&M
-Scarf: Free People
-Boots: UGG