Anna Wintour has done it again – Fashion’s Night Out was a success for the 3^rd year in a row! Those of you who love and appreciate fashion were able to enjoy a night of parties, fashion and fun on September 8^th.

For those of you who are unaware of what FNO is – it was launched by Anna Wintour and Vogue just 3 years ago and was intended to increase consumer spending as well as a night to celebrate the fashion world. This amazing event has given designers, such as Alex Woo, the opportunity to showcase their work while giving their fans a chance to meet their favorite designers.

Alex was able to attend Henri Bendel as it was transformed into the Hester Street Fair with great people, food and of course, shopping. After her greet-and-meet, she headed to the Lincoln Motors VIP event/fashion show where some of her pieces were seen on the runway.

FNO was not only about fashion but it was also about charity and helping to raise money. Justin Bieber teamed up with Dolce and Gabbana for the Pencils for Promise event that helped to raise enough money to build a school – we’re always thrilled to see the fashion industry giving back!

Anna Wintour and Vogue seem to outdo themselves every year and this year was no different. Stores offered everything from complimentary drinks, celebrity and designer appearances as well as giveaways. All in all, it was a great night for all fashionistas across the globe!

For those of you who enjoyed last year’s Fashion’s Night Out parties, fashion and fun can rejoice—its back! The 2^nd annual Fashions Night Out is being held on Friday September 10^th, 2010 and no matter where you are; France, Australia, Italy or Austin, Texas, you can participate in all the festivities.

Fashion’s Night Out was launched in New York last year by Anna Wintour and Vogue as a ‘stimulus package’ for the fashion industry.  This year it’s bigger and better with even more wonderful sponsors who are joining together in this global attempt to increase consumer spending and celebrate fashion.  Tory Burch simply stated that it’s a way to “boost the economy”.  And that is exactly what this night is all about, with extravagant parties, stores staying open later, exclusive give-a-ways and promotions, there are plenty of shopping opportunities. 

This year’s Fashion’s Night Out is also about charity and helping to raise money for the New York City AIDS Fund.  On September 7th, during MBFW, the Fashion’s Night Out fashion show will feature over 150 models wearing all the Fall 2010 trends with 40% of all the proceeds going towards the charity. 

There are so many way to enjoy Fashion’s Night Out; stores are offering items such as tote-bags, complimentary drinks, and celebrity and designer appearances to bring the consumers out to shop around from store to store.  If you are wondering what some of those fun activities are, look no closer than Henri Bendel  where you will find makeover’s from the Frederic Fakkai Salon, The City’s Olivia Palermo, exclusive product launches, a chance to win an IPod Touch, and a meet-and-greet with several designers including Alex Woo!  So make sure you head to the 2^nd floor for a chance to meet the designer and to score these fabulous ways to give back to the economy and to the NYC AIDS Fund. 

Renowned style-maker Frédéric Fekkai

When: September 10, 2010
Where: Across the world and over 300 retailers in the five boroughs alone
Why: It’s a global initiative to boost the economy, celebrate the fashion industry and to support the New York City AIDS Fund.
Dresscode: You, a group of friends and your unique style.

For details, visit : fashionsnightout.com for a complete run-down on the year’s biggest shopping event!

In a global initiative to promote retail, restore consumer confidence, and celebrate fashion, U.S. and international editions of Vogue are coordinating evening extravaganzas in their respective world fashion capitals.

In the United States, American Vogue has joined with NYC & Company, the City of New York, and the Council of Fashion Designers of America to enliven again the consumer spirit that churns the economy and boosts the local industry of America’s fashion capital, New York City.

Next only to finance, fashion is the second-largest sector of industry in New York City—the headquarters of more than 800 fashion companies employing 175,000 people and generating $10 billion in total wages. At City Hall’s May 20 press conference to announce Fashion’s Night Out, Vera Wang said, “To put it bluntly, if people don’t shop, people lose their jobs.”

Gossip Girl Fashion Stylist Eric Daman

When : September 10, 2009
Where: Across the world and over 300 retailers in the five boroughs alone.
Why: It’s a once in a lifetime to meet and greet many big name designers including Alex Woo who will be at Henri Bendel on Fifth Avenue.  On right, she is photographed with Gossip Girl’s Costume Designer Eric Daman.
Dresscode: Your unique style only

For details, visit fashionsnightout.com for a complete run-down on the year’s biggest shopping event!