Jimmy Choo Project PEP Glazed Canvas Tote

Jimmy Choo has launched Project PEP with the Elton John AIDS Foundation. Designed to support the funding of the Simelela centre in South Africa. They are asking you to take part in a new social networking concept which will feature a photo competition to generate awareness of the vital 72 hour time window.

The Simelela Rape Centre in Cape Town was set up in 2005, their mission is to administer victims of abuse with the vital HIV preventative PEP medication (Post Exposure Prophylaxis) and provide the infrastructure for medical, counselling and legal support.

Jimmy Choo designed a vibrant capsule collection which features a distinctive and collectible punk rock motif print representing the brands¡¯ passionate and individualist spirit.

25% of the net sales from Project PEP will be donated to the Elton John AIDS Foundation. With this funding, the Elton John AIDS Foundation can directly support the pioneering Simelela Rape Centre in South Africa.

The proceeds raised by Project PEP will enable the clinic to stay open day and night providing 24 hour/7 days a week access to the vital life saving treatment that has to be administered within the first 72 hours of exposure to HIV.

¡°We are women helping women and we are proud to continue our collaboration with the compelling and urgent initiatives of the Elton John AIDS Foundation and to provide a voice for under-privileged women in South Africa. We are excited to launch this social media campaign which we believe is a fun, light-hearted way to make people aware of a very serious subject.¡±

Tamara Mellon, Founder & President, Jimmy Choo.