Posts Tagged ‘Fashion’s Night Out’
Posted by Natalie Kaar / Thursday, October 20th, 2011
(IMAGE: robertocoin.com) Roberto Coin flanked by Daniela Pestova and Petra Nemcova at the first anniversary of his boutique in Prague. Don't miss him at Neiman Marcus, Tysons Galleria tomorrow, Oct. 21, from 10 a.m-2 p.m.
Hello there, shoppers! If you think the fall season is a busy one, wait until you get a load of all of the spectacular shopping events coming up soon in our area — starting tonight!
The rundown …
Tonight, from 5-7 p.m., The Mosaic District – to open a year from now — will be hosting a Fashion’s Night Out pop-up shop at Arlington Ridge Shopping Center on S. Glebe. Meet Rochelle Behrens, the genius behind The Shirt!, chosen as one of Oprah’s Favorite Things — think no more peek-throughs, ladies! The Shirt! will be paired with fashions from Anthropologie, Lou Lou, South Moon Under and Last Call from Neiman Marcus.
Then, tomorrow, famed Italian jewelry designer Roberto Coin will be making a special appearance, previewing his new collection at Neiman Marcus in Tysons Galleria from 10 a.m.-2 p.m.!
Saturday, in Silver Spring — yep, Maryland; don’t tell anyone — there will be a special shopping expo for expectant moms, the Baby Bash & Bling Expo & Show, from 1-4 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza. Expect expert tips, mocktails, previews of must-have baby products and more. Tickets start at $35.
Also on Saturday, Periwinkle of Potomac Green and Shirlington, will be benefiting The Race to End Women’s Cancer with 20 percent of sales from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Shop for a cause as you sample complimentary bevvies and sweets.
Then next weekend, stay tuned for a special pop-up shop in Georgetown (2805 M St. NW) — there I go, having you cross the river again — from the Richmond-based designers behind Ledbury luxury men’s shirts, adored by GQ and MSNBC’s “Morning Joe” among others. They’ll start the sale at 7 p.m. on Oct. 27 with a launch party featuring a whiskey bar and a little funk/soul. Then the sale will run Oct. 28-29 from 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m.
Also on Oct. 29, Potomac Mills will host a Role Models runway event honoring local women who go above and beyond to help others. The show will be hosted by Mix 107.3′s Aly Jacobs, and ticket proceeds will benefit Fashion for Paws, the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the Prince William chapter of the Virginia Breast Cancer Association.
Whew!
Happy shopping!
–Natalie Kaar
More Fab Details on FNO at Saks, Other NoVA Shops
Posted by Natalie Kaar / Tuesday, September 6th, 2011
"A Healthy Baby Begins With You" spokeswoman and wife of Spike Lee, Tanya Lewis Lee (tanyalewislee.com)
Hello there, shoppers! So, it’s unofficially fall.
The kids are back in school. The traffic is back to nightmarish levels. And the local shopping scene is hosting all sorts of events to get us excited about the new season — and help us forget all of that horrible traffic.
Of course this week things are really heating up on the shopping front with Fashion’s Night Out! While the FNO festivities are looking mighty fine in Georgetown, there’s no need to cross the river with what Alexandria’s BeautyFull Boutique (Fashion’s Night Out Plus for plus-size pretties), Tysons Corner Center stores (Quidam by Cirque du Soleil displays and music, plus cocktails, sweet treats, raffles, tons of store discounts and more) and Tysons Galleria stores (celebrity appearances, complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, gifts with purchase, sweepstakes, live music and more) have planned.
As for Tysons Galleria, we have more details on Thursday’s soiree at Saks, and they’re stellar.
So we told you there would be healthy cooking demonstrations with star chefs and a silent auction to benefit March of Dimes, but we haven’t filled you in that Oprah’s former trainer for her Life Your Best Life Tour, Laurent Amzallag, will be there along with chiropractor Dr. Jen Faber, who has helped keep the Lada Gaga dancers dancing.
Also, the event, taking place from 4-7 p.m., presenting by “A Healthy Baby Begins With You” celebrity spokeswomen Tanya Lewis Lee (wife of Spike Lee), Saks, The March of Dimes, The Office of Minority Health and DC Magazine will include makeovers and a photo booth in celebration of the new B Brian Atwood collection.
Hope you’re resting up!
Happy shopping!
–Natalie Kaar
2011 Fashion’s Night Out at Tysons Galleria
Posted by Natalie Kaar / Tuesday, August 30th, 2011
Hello there, shoppers! Hard to believe, but it’s almost time for the third-annual Fashion’s Night Out! This year, the special worldwide event for celebrating all things fashion (with festivities planned in 16 countries and more than 100 cities nationwide) is Sept. 8, and locally Tysons Galleria looks like the place to be (from 6-9 p.m.)!
All sorts of cool experiences, discounts and freebies will be featured in stores throughout the mall.
Just a few of the specific goodies you can expect at Tysons Galleria FNO 2011:
TASTY TREATS: Enjoy savory and sweet bites at Tory Burch, Vineyard Vines, Ralph Lauren, Elie Tahari, Cole Haan, Stuart Weitzman Boutique, Thomas Pink, Nicole Miller, Karen Millen and Bo Concept.
LIVE MUSIC: The Christopher Linman Jazz Ensemble will play at Center Court from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
COCKTAILS: Anne Fontaine, in tune with their Glam Rock theme for the evening, will feature Barock ‘n’ Roll cocktails.
FREE GIFTS WITH PURCHASES: While supplies last at FNO, get a free gift when you buy something at Tommy Bahama, Stuart Weitzman Boutique, Thomas Pink, Anne Fontaine and Nicole Miller.
SWEEPSTAKES: Enter to win a new pair of Cole Haan shoes every month for a year at Stuart Weitzman and a Gabro evening bag valued at $654, a $250 gift card and Nola credit card holder valued at $390, a shirt named after you and then gifted next season at Anne Fontaine.
HENNA TATTOOS: Get temporarily inked for just $12 at Lebanese Taverna.
COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS: At Saks Fifth Avenue shop the newest fall collections and bid on unique experiences and rare items while you sample gourmet goodies from Chima, Jack Rose Dining Saloon and vegan chef Levita Mondie. The store will donate 10 percent of the evening’s sales and all auction proceeds to March of Dimes.
SUSHI: It’ll be sushi night at Entyce Bar & Lounge at the Ritz-Carlton.
Save the date! And stay informed by following Tysons Galleria on Twitter.
Happy shopping!
–Natalie Kaar
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Friday, September 10th, 2010
(Photo: Tysons Corner Center)
Good morning, shoppers! Hope you didn’t have too crazy of a Thursday night because (like you forgot!) tonight’s the night to celebrate fashion right here at home as if we were in NYC. It’s time for Fashion’s Night Out in Georgetown and Tysons, fashionistas!
Have a blast! I can’t wait to hear what everyone thinks of the local festivities. If you have photos and comments you’d like to share with your fellow S.W.A.G. readers, please e-mail them to natalie@northernvirginiamag.com.
But first, do tell, where are you headed tonight?
Cheers!
–Natalie Kaar
Ps. This weekend, don’t miss out on the newest delightful deal from Specialicious!
Aqua Taking on a New Hue, Tysons Celebrating FNO
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Friday, August 27th, 2010
A fabulous vest from Aqua by Vena Cava (to be available at Bloomingdale's Sept. 1)
Good morning, shoppers! Happy Friday! Hope you didn’t get your fill of shopping sweets yesterday because, of course, there’s even more for you to enjoy today!
First, more great news from Bloomingdale’s: The store’s own contemporary, ready-to-wear line, Aqua, is getting a whole new look. Even more exciting, Bloomies is not revising the line on their own but with the help of famed designer Vena Cava, who has designed an exclusive 19-piece capsule collection to be available in stores and online next week, on Sept. 1.
The special collection, ranging from pleated shorts and flirty skirts to chiffon tops and geometric print dresses, translates Vena Cava’s dark and vintage aesthetic (adored by celebs including Natalie Portman) into Aqua’s modern, trendy appeal — a perfect marriage.
“As Aqua’s first collaboration, we wanted to offer a special collection that our dedicated customers will love as much as we do,” says Frank Doroff, vice chairman and GMM of ready-to-wear and B-direct for Bloomingdale’s. ”With Vena Cava’s tried and true design aesthetic combined with their fresh take on current trends, we know Aqua is in good hands.”
And as if the news of a new Aqua collection weren’t enough to get your shopping engines revved, wouldn’t you know Tysons Corner Center goes and takes that excitement to a whole new level. Tysons will be celebrating Fashion’s Night Out on Sept. 10, offering all sorts of special shopping perks, from trunk shows to cocktails to discounts and incredible giveaways. For instance, how does a little bubbly and a chance to win a bag at Michael Kors sound?
Finally, in enticing shopping news from Specialicious: Today through Sunday, you can snag a voucher for half off fine dining at Foti’s in Culpeper. Match that with the side deal from Prince Michel Winery, and you’ve just about purchased the perfect fall day.
Happy shopping!
– Natalie Kaar
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Wednesday, August 18th, 2010
Good morning, shoppers! Here’s hoping you all made it to where you are safely — and dry. Should you need a little lift this morning, other than some high, waterproof wedges or something, you’re in luck.
Fashionistas, as you know, the annual global fashion celebration Fashion’s Night Out is coming up soon, Sept. 10. What you may not have heard is that Georgetown is gearing up for the evening with perks planned that could rival even those in NYC! And, just think, no pricey train ticket or time off from work needed.
From 6-11 p.m. on Sept. 10, over 60 Georgetown stores, restaurants and salons will be joining together to make it one “epic” evening, offering over 60 unique fashion-focused events. Festivities are to include: Cirque du Soleil performances around the neighborhood (and a chance to win tickets to “Ovo” when it comes to D.C.); fashionista-themed cocktails for charity at Farmers & Fishers; a Nintendo Wii tournament at Lacoste with fantastic fall apparel prizes; a chic shoppers’ lounge at Dean & Deluca thanks to Vitaminwater; a Halston Heritage trunk show, gifts with purchase and treats at Urban Chic; free bus rides; pedicabs for those with a proof of purchase and much more!
“Fashion’s Night Out is one of the biggest and most exciting global fashion events ever to come to D.C., and Georgetown is absolutely thrilled to be the neighborhood leading the efforts for D.C.,” says Nancy Miyahira, marketing director of the Georgetown Business Improvement District, sponsor and organizer of the event.
For more information, follow Georgetown’s Fashion’s Night Out on Twitter (@FNOGeorgetown) on Facebook or at www.FashionsNightOutGeorgetownDC.com.
–Natalie Kaar
PS. To unwind during the dog days of August, look no further than today’s Specialicious steal.
PPS. American Girl fans, great news: Next summer an American Girl store is to open in Tysons!
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Thursday, September 10th, 2009
Black Halo Ruffle Sleeve Dress, $345 (cusp.com)
Good morning, shoppers! Here’s hoping you all are doing well and looking forward to some late-night shopping or bonding with fellow bridal buds tonight. As for those of you will be otherwise occupied this evening, the good news is that there are plenty of delicious shopping nuggets to nosh on now, including a very special way for you to help a fabulous local boutique become even more fabulous.
A few examples:
Today, the last day of a special two-day sale, you can save 20 percent on select designer tees at shopbop.com with a denim purchase and the code “DENIMNTEE20″.
If you spend $350 or more on regular-priced merchandise at Cusp stores or online between today and Sept. 17, next Thursday, you’ll receive a free super-chic black bib necklace, a Cusp exclusive.
If you’re a fan of The Dandelion Patch, stationery and gift store extraordinaire of Reston and Vienna well-known for community involvement in addition to having an incredible inventory, you could help the store become even better. The Dandelion Patch has been nominated to win $100,000 in grant and marketing support from American Express as part of the SHINE A LIGHT program, and is seeking endorsements to increase their chances of winning. Visit here to endorse the store today.
For those of you who love checking out celeb-designed frocks to see which stars truly have a fashion eye without the help of a stylist, you should be pleased to know that Lindsay Lohan is now an artistic advisor at Emanuel Ungaro, where she has been working closely with the design house’s newly appointed chief designer Estrella Archs. And, their collaborative spring/summer 2010 designs will take to the runway as soon as Oct 4, at Paris Fashion Week.
Now through Sunday, Sept. 13, you can score some free pants at The Limited, with a jacket purchase that is. This means you could snag a full Studio400 suit for less than $100.
And, finally, while they last, you can score PRPS skinny jeans, regularly $350, for less than $120 today at smartbargains.com, plus a variety of super-discounted jeans by 7 for All Mankind, Hudson, Yanuk and more.
Enjoy!
Ps. Do you think a Lohan-inspired Ungaro line is a good idea or feel like she should stick to leggings and spray tanner?
Gearing Up Now for Super-shopping This Thursday
Posted by The Editorial Desk / Tuesday, September 8th, 2009
Daja Round Toe Pump, originally $210, now $105 (www.bcbg.com)
Good morning, shoppers! I hope you all had a lovely holiday weekend. Did you bag a lot of bargains?! If you’re like me and were too busy to, fortunately there are still some amazing sales going on today.
For starters, you can still save 50 to 70 percent off original prices on sale items at BCBG, receive $10 off Wexler products at bathandbodyworks.com and take advantage of Neiman Marcus‘ online Spend More, Save More Bedding Event plus the store’s legendary Beauty Event, which is going on online now through Sept. 21 and is to run in stores Sept. 10 through Sept. 20.
And, besides, this Thursday promises to be a shopper’s dream. First of all, as many of you I’m sure are already aware, Thursday, Sept. 10, has been declared Fashion’s Night Out, in a global effort to promote retail, restore consumer confidence and celebrate fashion. While New York City is leading the way here in the States, several stores in our area are jumping into the action as well.
In MidCity D.C., a whole host of stores will be open until 11 p.m.; all Neiman Marcus stores are promising designer appearances and selling an exlusive $30 Fashion’s Night Out t-shirt of which 40 percent of proceeds will support the September 11 Memorial and Museum; and various Old Town Alexandria stores are to be participating as well, including Treat, which, is to offer a gift with purchase, treats and bubbly according to Maurisa Potts, an executive board member of the Greater Washington Fashion Chamber of Commerce (GWFCC). The GWFCC is spearheading the local effort.
And, in Reston, a very special soiree is to take place on Thursday evening at The Dandelion Patch. From 7:30 to 9:30 p.m., the store will welcome the area’s betrothed couples to unwind, network and make friends with fellow engaged couples. Attendees may sip champagne, indulge in chocolate-covered delights thanks to The Chocolate Chick, take advantage of special discounts and chat with the Doreen Tisone, editor of Engaged Magazine, who will be on hand to distribute hot-off-the-press editions of the glossy.
Forget TGIF, it will be TGIT!
