FASHIONABLE FUNDRAISER: PAWJECT RUNWAY
By: Janet Altamirano
At BEX®, we believe love comes in many forms—whether it’s the bond between horse and rider, the companionship of a rescue pup, or a community coming together to help animals in need. That’s why we were honored to support PAWject Runway, a one-of-a-kind equestrian fashion show and silent auction benefiting Desert Paws Sanctuary and Thrive Animal Rescue. Presented by Tack Warehouse, this stylish fundraiser was dedicated to relocating and caring for animals affected by the devastating California wildfires. A big thank you to Desert Horse Park for hosting the entire event and providing a beautiful space for such an important cause!
An Unforgettable Night of Fashion and Giving Back
PAWject Runway was more than just an event—it was a night filled with style, generosity, and a shared passion for animal welfare. Guests enjoyed a stunning equestrian fashion show featuring top brands, celebrities and riders, met adorable adoptable dogs, and participated in a silent auction to raise much-needed funds for animals in crisis. With every bid placed and every dollar donated, the community came together to bring hope to animals in need.
BEX® Brings Style to the Cause
As a brand built for adventure and the outdoors, BEX® was thrilled to be part of this incredible event. Our exclusive raffle giveaway was a huge hit, with attendees eager for the chance to take home a one-of-a-kind BEX® basket packed with polarized sunglasses and accessories—designed for performance, everyday style, and durability.
On Valentine’s Day, we shared the love at PAWject Runway—including the lucky winner of our BEX® raffle basket! We hope you enjoy your new high-quality eyewear, perfect for equestrian sports, outdoor adventures, and everyday life. But most importantly, thank you for supporting this cause. Our fur friends need us.
The raffle basket was packed with BEX® must-have gear and essentials, including three standout sunglass styles—Fynnland X Black/Gray, Ranger Lite Black/Gold, and Porter Gold/Brown. Alongside these sleek shades, the basket featured Premium BEX® 100% Beef Jerky, custom BEX® Marled Socks, a cap from our latest 2025 Cap Collection, and a pair of high-quality BEX® Roping Gloves. A perfect mix of style, function, and Western spirit!
A Star-Studded Event
PAWject Runway brought together an incredible lineup of equestrians, animal advocates, and industry leaders. Some of the notable attendees included:
- Brenda's Tack Warehouse - @tackwarehouse
- Jessica Springsteen - @jessicaspringsteen
- Amanda Gomez - @amandamgomezz
- Karl Cook - @mrtankcook
- Compton Cowboys - @comptoncowboys
- Holly Charlebois - @kilhamfarms
- Charlebois Farm - @charleboisfarm
- Nathan Allan Williams-Bonner - @allan_the_nate
- Miss California USA - @misscausa
- Kyle King - @kylekingllc
- Emily King - @emilykingofficial
- Emily Bell Equestrian - @emilybellequestrian
- Jan Humphrey Hanson - @j_humphrey88
- Melody Liu with Corsari Equestrian - @melodyliu.ce and @corsariequestrian
- Tatum Levy - @tatumlevy
- Johnny Capito & Savanna Jenkins with Alora Sport Horses - @savannahjenkins22 and @alorasporthorses
- Katie Gardner with Pegasus Show Stable - @kohgardner and @pegasusshowstable
- Harper Leckie and Sean Leckie - @seanleckie
- Devynn Sibly with Rising Star Equestrian - @blueeyedequestrian and @risingstarequestrian
- Chris Mendoza with Morning Star Horses - @chrisdosmendoza and @morningstarsporthorses
- Fiona Flavin - @fiona.flavin_
- Iker Hegewich - @hegewischstables
- Lauren Lafferty with Double L Stables & Dreamland Farms - @doublelstables and @dreamlandfarms_canton
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Camilo Rueda & Lexi Silver with Silver Stables - @camiloruedagiraldo and @lexxisilver and @silverstablesofficial
Continuing the Mission
Thanks to the generosity of everyone involved, PAWject Runway made a real impact for Desert Paws Sanctuary and Thrive Animal Rescue. But the mission doesn’t stop here—you can continue to support animal rescue efforts by donating, fostering, adopting, or simply spreading the word.
Relive the best moments from the night and share your experience with us by tagging @BEXsunglasses on social media! Plus, visit bexsunglasses.com for more ways to stay stylish while supporting great causes.
Sharing the Love Beyond Valentine’s Day
Love is about giving, and at BEX®, we were honored to be part of a cause that brings comfort, care, and second chances to animals in need. But love isn’t just for one day—let’s keep making a difference by adopting, donating, fostering, or simply spreading kindness to those who need it most.
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