There are fashion parties, then, there are fashion parties with purpose. Up and coming eco-philanthropist and entrepreneur Amy Green is founder of The Green Vision Foundation. Recently, she partnered up with Grammy Award-winning South African DJ and Founder of The Black Coffee Foundation Nkosinathi Innocent Maphumulo, to host “An Evening of Music & Impact” at The St. Regis Aspen on March 26, which brought together fashion and philanthropy.
The theme of the evening was “Gilded Wild” and kicked off with a performance by Black Coffee, who was celebrating his 50th birthday, followed by an exclusive VIP dinner at the new Marea at Jayma Cardoso’s The Snow Lodge. The event also featured a fashion show by Bronx Banco, where models showcased their latest collection. Attendees included Brazilian model Sofia Resing, Bronx Banco founder Natalie De’Banco and Guess model Bo McCourt, Gary Green among others.
Photo Credit Courtesy of Amy Green
“An Evening of Music & Impact” was sponsored by CounterSpike, which will soon launch in the US. Green founded The Green Vision Foundation in 2023 and has quickly become a leading force in global conservation. It supports initiatives focused on anti-poaching, ocean restoration, rainforest preservation, and climate change mitigation. Green’s annual “Footprint of Life Gala,” which returns to the Hamptons in August 2026, has raised millions of dollars for environmental action. She also partners with Tusk, which has Prince William as its Royal Patron, and Sylvia Earle’s Mission Blue.
At the event, Green unveiled the latest loungewear capsule collection from her brand GIADA, which is named after her five year old daughter. “She inspired me to be conscious and mindful about the things that I put on her, and put on myself, for the protection of animals, also for our planet,” said Green.
Amy Green, Natalie De’Banco, Bo McCourt, Sofia Resing, photo courtesy of BFA
The fashion brand’s products are made from Vegetable Cashmere® – a next-generation, plant-based material redefining luxury knitwear. GIADA is a brand rooted in intention, bringing together refined design, cruelty-free materials, and craftsmanship to create pieces that feel indulgent, thoughtful, and enduring. Each collection is made in limited quantities, designed to be worn, lived in, and passed on. Luxury with purpose, reimagined for a new generation. It has compassion at its core. Each style released by GIADA is made from elevated vegan materials and a refined sense of style and is the very definition of “luxury with purpose.”
“It’s all vegan,” said Green. “I started off with my vegan Shearling vest, as I was searching out material that could be sustainable, because that is the biggest problem we have right now.”
Green notes that the fashion industry has a lot of fax fur and vegan leathers, but they’re bad for the planet. “It counteracts everything good that we’re trying to do,” she said.
Elen Capri, Amy Green, photo courtesy of Nick Tininenko
Stay tuned, as Green plans to launch her new loungewear collection during Climate Week, which runs from September 20 to 27, 2026. Previously, Green’s philanthropic work spans partnerships with leading global organizations including UNICEF, the African Community & Conservation Foundation (ACCF), and Tusk Trust, where she serves as a global ambassador alongside her husband, supporting African-led conservation and anti-poaching initiatives.
Through The Green Vision Foundation, Amy has helped raise millions to support wildlife protection, rainforest conservation, indigenous communities, and climate-focused solutions, bringing together global leaders, philanthropies, and institutions through initiatives such as the Footprint of Life gala.
Photo courtesy of Amy Green
“I launched my first Shearling Vest because I live in Aspen and I would see all of these women wearing these gorgeous, beautiful Sherling Vests, but I wanted to create something which looks 100% Sherling, but is made of vegetable leather,” she said.
“I thought, it’s so important to teach your children to be mindful about these things too,” adds Green. “When I look into my daughter’s eyes, I realize how important it is for me to take a step forward and try to make a difference, not just for me, but for future generations.”
Follow Amy Green at @amy_heart_green.
Photos by Nick Tininenko and BFA respectively.
Photo courtesy of Amy Green
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