Inspiring women - Delphine Heenen
DELPHINE HEENEN
Founder of KickCancer
Inspiring Women is an ode to women who write their own stories every day; women brimming with personality, passion and style. We put a few of these strong women in the spotlight every season, sharing their inspiring stories, what drives them and their favourite Xandres pieces.
October is the international action month in the fight against cancer. It is an important month for Delphine, founder of "KickCancer", a Belgian foundation that funds research in childhood cancer.
#xandreswomen
Who is Delphine?
Our Inspiring Woman Delphine is a 47-year-old mother and stepmother of four sons. After a long career as a business lawyer, she switched to a job in consulting. Everything suddenly came to a halt when her infant son was diagnosed with cancer. Delphine noticed that there was hardly any innovation for children with cancer, so she and her family founded KickCancer five years ago to change that.
"I FEEL AMAZING IN MY XANDRES OUTFITS. THE CLOTHES EXUDE SIMPLICITY AND A GREAT SENSE OF 'THIS-IS-WHO-I-AM'. THAT IS WHAT MAKES BELGIAN FASHION SO UNIQUE."
— DELPHINE
Favourite Xandres looks
Delphine shops consciously and ethically, paying attention to the source of the clothing. She likes a classic style with a touch of rock 'n roll, describing Xandres as "Relaxed, chic and with a twist, accessible to everyone and suitable for any figure.”
Delphine considers dresses she can put on quickly and easily a win, so she chose a comfy grey dress that feels like stylish loungewear—perfect for a flight or a long trip. She styles her other dress in chic satin for a night out with heels and a gorgeous green coat. The blazer with denim midi skirt? “A super fun combination,” says Delphine. “That was a discovery for me.”
WATCH THE INTERVIEW HERE
A MOMENT THAT PASSES IS GONE FOREVER. IF YOU DON’T FULLY ENJOY IT TODAY, IT'S TOO LATE
— DELPHINE
DELPHINE HEENEN
Founder of KickCancer
Inspiring Women is an ode to women who write their own stories every day; women brimming with personality, passion and style. We put a few of these strong women in the spotlight every season, sharing their inspiring stories, what drives them and their favourite Xandres pieces.
October is the international action month in the fight against cancer. It is an important month for Delphine, founder of "KickCancer", a Belgian foundation that funds research in childhood cancer.
#xandreswomen
Who is Delphine?
Our Inspiring Woman Delphine is a 47-year-old mother and stepmother of four sons. After a long career as a business lawyer, she switched to a job in consulting. Everything suddenly came to a halt when her infant son was diagnosed with cancer. Delphine noticed that there was hardly any innovation for children with cancer, so she and her family founded KickCancer five years ago to change that.
Favourite Xandres looks
Delphine shops consciously and ethically, paying attention to the source of the clothing. She likes a classic style with a touch of rock 'n roll, describing Xandres as "Relaxed, chic and with a twist, accessible to everyone and suitable for any figure.”
Delphine considers dresses she can put on quickly and easily a win, so she chose a comfy grey dress that feels like stylish loungewear—perfect for a flight or a long trip. She styles her other dress in chic satin for a night out with heels and a gorgeous green coat. The blazer with denim midi skirt? “A super fun combination,” says Delphine. “That was a discovery for me.”
I FEEL AMAZING IN MY XANDRES OUTFITS. THE CLOTHES EXUDE SIMPLICITY AND A GREAT SENSE OF 'THIS-IS-WHO-I-AM'. THAT IS WHAT MAKES BELGIAN FASHION SO UNIQUE.
— DELPHINE
A MOMENT THAT PASSES IS GONE FOREVER. IF YOU DON’T FULLY ENJOY IT TODAY, IT'S TOO LATE
— DELPHINE
Delphine's message to all #xandreswomen
"I had a particularly difficult time in my life with my son's illness, but I have always tried to stay positive. I succeeded in that because I was not alone. Make good use of your network: family, partners, friends, colleagues. Always be on the lookout for new opportunities, and talk to as many people as possible.”
Follow Delphine and KickCancer via KickCancer.org and on Instagram @kickcancerbelgium
DISCOVER DELPHINE’S FAVOURITE LOOKS FROM THE XANDRES FALL-WINTER COLLECTION
WATCH THE INTERVIEW HERE
Delphine's message to all #xandreswomen
"I had a particularly difficult time in my life with my son's illness, but I have always tried to stay positive. I succeeded in that because I was not alone. Make good use of your network: family, partners, friends, colleagues. Always be on the lookout for new opportunities, and talk to as many people as possible.”
Follow Delphine and KickCancer via KickCancer.org and on Instagram @kickcancerbelgium
DISCOVER DELPHINE’S FAVOURITE LOOKS FROM THE XANDRES FALL-WINTER COLLECTION