A fashion show by Italian fashion label United Colors of Benetton to celebrate its 40th anniversary on 10 October 2006 will be held at Centre Pompidou, Paris.
Benetton with the wool as its core brand essence, color and the innovative spirit of the fashion label has developed the concept of style for casual and leisurewear.
An exhibition by Fabrica, Benetton's communication research centre based in Treviso, Italy will support the creative development of young artists and researchers from all over the world.
The exhibition entitled 'Les yeux ouverts', which means 'Eyes open to the world' will showcase a revelation of the future and explore different themes of human life will run from 6 October to 6 November 2006.
Proceeds from the fashion show will be donated to the United Nation's World Food Programme.