Fashion Group International (FGI) hosted its milestone 40th annual Night of Stars Gala at the iconic Plaza Hotel in Manhattan on October 15. The star-studded affair honored changemakers and trailblazers in fashion, beauty, entertainment, and beyond. FGI’s annual celebration brought together designers, executives, celebrities, and cultural icons to recognize those who have made lasting impacts on the industry and the world at large.
Among the many luminaries walking the red carpet were fashion powerhouses Kate Hudson, Dennis Basso, Reed Krakoff, Nicky Hilton Rothschild, as well as honorary chairs Zac Posen, and Coco Rocha. As the evening progressed, FGI President and CEO Maryanne Grisz took the stage to welcome the distinguished guests as they celebrated the legacy of FGI, and the forward-thinking visionaries who continue to shape the industry today. Award recipients Heidi, Marc and Dixie D’Amelio, Reed Krakoff, Fern Mallis, and Max Mara were among those who were honored that evening.