Girls Aloud have reunited for Breast Cancer Awareness Month in honour of their late bandmate Sarah Harding, who tragically passed away from the disease on 5 September 2021.
Sarah was 39 years old when she passed away after being diagnosed with breast cancer, which she documented through her social media channels.
And now Cheryl, Nadine Coyle, Nicola Roberts and Kimberley Walsh have partnered with high street retailer Primark to design a capsule range of nightwear in memory of their late bandmate – and GLAMOUR can exclusively show you the first look of the collection.
Speaking to GLAMOUR about the collaboration, Cheryl said: “Before Sarah passed away, we promised her we would fulfil her wish of raising money for vital research to help determine young women between the ages of 29 and 40 who could be at risk of breast cancer with no genetic history. This campaign with Primark will raise a significant amount of money to help us achieve our promise to her."
Styled by Harry Lambert, the women look fabulously ready for bed as they model the navy celestial print collection, which consists of an elongated button-down night-shirt and a matching set – all made from sustainable cotton. So you can also cosy up in these pieces (sheer black tights, white high heels, and glamorous blow-dries are optional!).
Kimberley added: "It feels really emotional the four of us coming together to honour Sarah’s fundraising wishes. We really hope we can do her proud and raise as much money as possible. As well as raising funds, Cheryl, Nadine, Nicola and myself will continue to do everything we can to help raise awareness and encourage people to have regular check-ups.”
Nadine said: “We’re grateful to Primark for this opportunity and for all the money they will be donating in Sarah’s name. Sarah would have loved this nightwear range so much and we hope the Girls Aloud fans will too. We miss Sarah every day and we’ve come together to support this crucial cause because it will always be something close to all of our hearts.”
Lastly, Nicole expressed: "The overwhelming donation from Primark has meant we are well on our way to achieving our promise to Sarah. We feel a sense of responsibility to honour her wish to raise money that could prevent other women finding themselves in the terrifying situation she was in. To take on this baton is nothing short of a privilege. We really hope everyone loves the nightwear collection and will join us in raising as much money as possible.”
Sizes range from XS to XL and retail between £14 to £18, which is a bargain! So head down to your nearest UK and Republic of Ireland Primark stores from Sunday, 1 October, and grab yourself a new set of pyjamas for the long winter months ahead while also spending your hard-earned cash on a good cause.
50% of proceeds from the Primark collaboration will go to supporting Cancer Research UK and The Christie Charitable Fund for Sarah Harding. A minimum commitment of £500,000 will be given in equal portions to these charities to support funding Dr Sacha Howell's vital research project at Sarah's request.
Dr Sacha Howell, Sarah's doctor, said: “Sarah spoke to me many times about breast cancer research and was keen for more to be done to find out why some young women are diagnosed when they have no other family members affected by the disease. We want to find out why young women in their 30s like Sarah might develop breast cancer so we can more accurately identify people with a higher risk and improve their chances of survival.”
That's not all, as Primark will also donate £100,000 to Breast Cancer Now in the UK as part of the broader Breast Cancer Awareness campaign. At the same time, in Ireland, the budget high street retailer will support The Irish Cancer Society, with 50% of sales of the Girls Aloud nightwear being donated and a €50,000 donation to The Irish Cancer Society to help fund cancer awareness, services, and research.
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