FGI REVEALS 2024 NIGHT OF STARS EVENT HONOREES

by John Russel Jones


Fashion Group International (FGI) has announced its annual FGI Night of Stars honorees. The organization will celebrate the 40th edition of its signature red carpet gala at The Plaza Hotel on October 15, 2024. FGI, along with honorary chairs Zac Posen, Coco Rocha, and Richard Dickson, will honor:

Fashion Visionary
Reed Krakoff

Design Heritage
MAX MARA
Maria Giulia Prezioso Maramotti

FGI Founders’ Award
Fern Mallis

Humanitarian
Harry Kargman, Kargo

Fashion Vanguard
LaQuan Smith

Beauty
Catherine Bomboy Dougherty, The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.

Media
Marc, Heidi, Dixie, and Charlie D’Amelio

Maryanne Grisz, FGI President and CEO, says “Over the last 40 years, FGI Night of Stars has celebrated the best and brightest among us – those fashion and beauty visionaries whose work transcends their fields and makes an indelible mark on our broader culture. Looking back at four remarkable decades of gatherings, speeches, and iconic red-carpet moments, I cannot wait to see what this landmark 40th year of FGI Night of Stars will hold.”

Past FGI Night of Stars keynote awards have been presented to Tommy Hilfiger, Michael Kors, Rick Owens, Diane Von Furstenberg, Donna Karan, Dries Van Noten, Marc Jacobs, Carolina Herrera, Riccardo Tisci, Giorgio Armani, Valentino, and honorees and presenters, Anna Sui, Katie Holmes, Iman, Laverne Cox, Olivier Rousteing, Kim Kardashian, Nicki Minaj and more.

“More than ever, we at FGI remain committed to maximizing the impact from all funds raised in our mission of education and empowerment, supporting fashion professionals around the globe at every stage of their careers,” adds Grisz.

FGI Night of Stars event proceeds support the organization’s mission to provide essential career resources, educational initiatives, business grants, scholarships, and mentorship programs. Through a global network of grassroots chapters, FGI services a cross-section of industries and professionals of all levels, from students and emerging startups and designers to mid-career professionals, and established executives.

Tickets and table reservations can be purchased here.