The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

The mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. LLS is the world’s largest voluntary health agency dedicated to blood cancer. LLS funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world and provides free information and support services. Our Key Priorities will ensure that: The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society helps blood cancer patients live better, longer lives.

On October 22nd co-creator of LATE, Lalia Susini was in a freak accident and sustained a severe traumatic brain injury of which ended in left side paralysis.  Told she might not walk again, Lalia with the help of her friends, family and community fought her way back.

Lalia spent nearly 3 weeks in PICU at Cedars Sinai in Los Angeles, before being medically transferred to Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, where for the next two years she would participate in physical and occupational therapy. Lalia is a walking miracle.  

Lalia and her childhood best friend, Cate created LATE shortly after Lalia was released from inpatient care at Children’s Hospital Los Angeles in 2021. Beginning in 2022, Lalia and her brother, Maxou Susini joined forces to design and continue the efforts of LATE Clothing. The siblings have been lucky enough to see directly where their contributions have benefited the rehabilitation department of CHLA. A portion of proceeds have, and always will be donated back to the very hospital that brought this actress and athlete from paralyzed to walking.  LATE Clothing is a symbol of hope, second chances and inclusivity.