Fashion Group International Announces 'Night of Stars' Winners
The Fashion Group International unveiled this year's list of winners at its "Night of Stars" gala this fall.
The 38th edition will be held at Casa Cipriani in Cipriani South Street on October 13 and will salute "Artists and Icons". Michael Kors, Christian Siriano, Prabal Gurung and Dionne Warwick will be among the famous. Kors will take home the Superstar award, Siriano will take home the Fashion Star award, Gurung will receive the Humanitarian award and Warwick will receive the Trailblazer award in front of what is expected to be a crowd of over 300 people.
After establishing its eponymous brand in 1981, Kors has built a multi-billion dollar business with a myriad of products and brands that go beyond clothing. The New York-based company also has branded stores around the world and a loyal celebrity clientele, including Selena Gomez and Kate Hudson. In addition to being a social media star, Siriano recently announced that he is opening The Collective West boutique in Westport, Connecticut, where he has a home. He recently collaborated with Bleusalt to test the waters with eco-friendly materials. The designer also helped spruce up the interiors of the Chagrin Falls Inn in Chagrin Falls, Ohio.
Related GalleriesDespite an intercontinental education and an international clientele, Gurung remains dedicated to Nepal. In 2011, he and his family established the Shikshya Nepal Foundation which helps educate underprivileged children there, while fortifying their lives financially, emotionally and socially.
The legendary Warwick has won six Grammy Awards and made a name for herself as an actress. Her introduction to performance dates back to singing in the local choir at the age of six. Her 82nd birthday in December didn't deter her from hitting the road again with another concert tour.
"Night of Stars" will also honor Sharon Chuter and Uoma Beauty with the Beauty Award. LoveShackFancy will be the recipient of the Retail award and Firmenich will receive the Sustainability award. While many saw the Baz Luhrmann-directed feature "Elvis" in theaters, the legendary subject of that film, the late Elvis Presley, will be remembered with the Fashion Oracle Award. How to honor the legacy of Presley (who died in 1977) and his influence on culture, music and film is still being worked out, according to FGI President and CEO Maryanne Grisz.
The presenters will be revealed at a later date.
The gathering this fall will be more focused on film and video production, Grisz said.
While FGI staff members are eager to roll out the red carpet and trumpet the upcoming event, there will be a noticeable absence near rehearsal at this fall's event. It will be the first time in years that the event's longtime publicist, Diane Clehane, will not help orchestrate photo ops and interviews. Clehane, who also worked as a royal biographer and journalist, died earlier this year.
The Fashion Group International unveiled this year's list of winners at its "Night of Stars" gala this fall.
The 38th edition will be held at Casa Cipriani in Cipriani South Street on October 13 and will salute "Artists and Icons". Michael Kors, Christian Siriano, Prabal Gurung and Dionne Warwick will be among the famous. Kors will take home the Superstar award, Siriano will take home the Fashion Star award, Gurung will receive the Humanitarian award and Warwick will receive the Trailblazer award in front of what is expected to be a crowd of over 300 people.
After establishing its eponymous brand in 1981, Kors has built a multi-billion dollar business with a myriad of products and brands that go beyond clothing. The New York-based company also has branded stores around the world and a loyal celebrity clientele, including Selena Gomez and Kate Hudson. In addition to being a social media star, Siriano recently announced that he is opening The Collective West boutique in Westport, Connecticut, where he has a home. He recently collaborated with Bleusalt to test the waters with eco-friendly materials. The designer also helped spruce up the interiors of the Chagrin Falls Inn in Chagrin Falls, Ohio.
Related GalleriesDespite an intercontinental education and an international clientele, Gurung remains dedicated to Nepal. In 2011, he and his family established the Shikshya Nepal Foundation which helps educate underprivileged children there, while fortifying their lives financially, emotionally and socially.
The legendary Warwick has won six Grammy Awards and made a name for herself as an actress. Her introduction to performance dates back to singing in the local choir at the age of six. Her 82nd birthday in December didn't deter her from hitting the road again with another concert tour.
"Night of Stars" will also honor Sharon Chuter and Uoma Beauty with the Beauty Award. LoveShackFancy will be the recipient of the Retail award and Firmenich will receive the Sustainability award. While many saw the Baz Luhrmann-directed feature "Elvis" in theaters, the legendary subject of that film, the late Elvis Presley, will be remembered with the Fashion Oracle Award. How to honor the legacy of Presley (who died in 1977) and his influence on culture, music and film is still being worked out, according to FGI President and CEO Maryanne Grisz.
The presenters will be revealed at a later date.
The gathering this fall will be more focused on film and video production, Grisz said.
While FGI staff members are eager to roll out the red carpet and trumpet the upcoming event, there will be a noticeable absence near rehearsal at this fall's event. It will be the first time in years that the event's longtime publicist, Diane Clehane, will not help orchestrate photo ops and interviews. Clehane, who also worked as a royal biographer and journalist, died earlier this year.
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