Christian Siriano, Bethann Hardison & Others Head to Dallas for FGI Night of Stars November 10

Fashion Group International of Dallas (FGI Dallas) will host its annual black tie gala and fundraiser “Night of Stars” presented by Mary Kay, on Friday, November 10th at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel. The fashionable evening will pay tribute to several exemplary guests —  honored for their stellar achievements in fashion, media and the art industries.

Award-winning fashion designer and star of Project Runway Christian Siriano will head to Dallas November 10 for Night of Stars.Photo byUsed Courtesy of: Christian Siriano

Last year, the FGI Dallas Night of Stars event raised over $230,000 to fund events and initiatives like its annual scholarship competition — which provides scholarships to Texas college students through the FGI Dallas Scholarship Foundation. Past recipients of the FGI Dallas Night of Stars Awards have included: Naaem Khan, Bob Mackie, Zac Posen, House of Pierre Cardin, Fern Mallis, Monique Lhuillier, Jonathan Adler, Angela Missoni and Prabal Gurung.

Night of Stars is FGI’s largest and most important fundraiser, and a platform to recognize the achievements of outstanding individuals in fashion, beauty, entertainment, arts, culture, and humanitarian communities. Night of Stars also raises vital funds and critical resources including education initiatives, business grants, and scholarships,” says Maryanne Grisz, President and CEO of Fashion Group International, Inc. “In its 39th year, FGI Night of Stars is now one of New York City’s most anticipated events – and the prelude for the glittering annual FGI Dallas edition of Night of Stars to follow in November. Our Dallas chapter always delivers a high-impact event that spotlights key figures who are moving fashion forward while also raising essential funds to empower greater social impact in the Dallas community.

FGI 2023 Night of Stars Honorees (l to r): Bethann Hardison, Ashley Longshore and Nina Garcia.Photo byUsed Courtesy of: FGI Dallas

THE 2023 FGI DALLAS NIGHT OF STARS HONOREES ARE:

Lifetime Legacy Award: Bethann Hardison

Achievement in Fashion Award: Christian Siriano 

Excellence in Media Award: Nina Garcia

Exuberance in Art Award: Ashley Longshore

"We are so incredibly honored to welcome such an iconic line-up of honorees to Dallas,” said Regional Director of FGI Dallas, Nerissa Helpenstil. “The impact that each one of these individuals have had within their respective industries is monumental and inspiring. The FGI Dallas organization is more than ecstatic to host these legendary figures, as we raise funds for the future of fashion through the FGI Dallas Scholarship Fund."

The 2023 FGI Night of Stars event chairs are Cristina Graham and Holly Quartaro. Additionally, the 2022 FGI Dallas Icon of Innovation Honoree, Fern Mallis, will serve as the event’s Honorary Chair. 

“I’m so happy to be chairing this years’ FGI Night of Stars gala,” said Honorary Chair Fern Mallis. “After having such a great experience last year when I was honored, I said ‘Let me know what I can do to join you all again in Dallas.’ This year all of my very dear pals are being honored and I couldn’t be happier for all of them who deserve to be recognized, and I get to share this special evening with them.”

Former Real Housewives of Dallas stars attend 2022 FGI Night of Stars (l to r): Kameron Westcott, Carey Deuber and LeeAnne Locken.Photo byDanny Campbell

Ticket prices begin at $500 and include a cocktail reception, dinner, and a runway show featuring the designs of Christian Siriano. James Aguiar, VP of Fashion and Creative Director for Modern Luxury, will return once again to serve as the official Master of Ceremonies for the star-studded gala, with sponsors Mary Kay (presenting sponsor), and The Conservatory.

The cocktail reception for Night of Stars begins at 6:30 p.m., with the dinner and awards presentation beginning promptly at 8:00 p.m. For more information on the Night of Stars gala and awards presentation, visit fgidallas.muradbid.com. For additional information on Fashion Group International or FGI Dallas, visit FGI.org.