FGI Honors Wes Gordon, Lucien Pagès and More at 42nd Night of Stars Gala
The Rainbow Room in New York City hosted the 42nd Night of Stars on Wednesday, a prestigious event organized by Fashion Group International. This year’s gala, themed "The Modernists," drew notable figures from the fashion industry, including Vera Wang and Brandon Maxwell. Maryanne Grisz, the organization's president, emphasized FGI’s nearly 100-year legacy in connecting creative professionals. Honorees for the evening included Wes Gordon and Roksanda Ilinčić, with Aerin Lauder and Christian Siriano presenting awards. Micaela Erlanger received the Style Award, and Aiste Hong was honored as the Rising Star. Proceeds will benefit FGI’s educational initiatives and community programs.
Key facts
- FGI's 42nd annual Night of Stars took place Wednesday evening at the Rainbow Room on the 65th floor of 30 Rock in New York City.
- The black-tie ceremony carried the theme The Modernists.
- Maryanne Grisz is President and CEO of Fashion Group International.
- Honorees included Wes Gordon, Lucien Pagès, Roksanda Ilinčić, Jane Hertzmark Hudis and Henry R. Muñoz III.
- Micaela Erlanger received the Style Award in Honor of Edith Head.
- Aiste Hong was named FGI's Rising Star of the Year.
- Each honoree received a sculptural glass award topped with a carved star and a commemorative brooch designed by Simon G. Jewelry.
- Proceeds support FGI's educational programming, mentorship, scholarships and community grants.
Entities
Artists
- Vera Wang
- Brandon Maxwell
- David Yurman
- Sybil Yurman
- Linda Fargo
- Kate Barton
- Fern Mallis
- Aiste Hong
- Vlada Roslyakova
- Olympia of Greece
- Princess Maria-Olympia of Greece and Denmark
- Ruben Toledo
- Micaela Erlanger
- Wes Gordon
- Lucien Pagès
- Roksanda Ilinčić
- Jane Hertzmark Hudis
- Henry R. Muñoz III
- Paige Paul
- Aerin Lauder
- Nicole Phelps
- Christian Siriano
- Jonathan Saunders
- Tonatiuh
- Karlie Kloss
- Rachel Scott
- Jen Su
- Jean Shafiroff
- Maria Nicanor
- Edith Head
- Maryanne Grisz
Institutions
- Fashion Group International
- Rainbow Room
- 30 Rock
- Vogue
- Simon G. Jewelry
- Sergio Soldano
- Tom Ford Beauty
- Commando
- Laura Geller Beauty
- MAC Cosmetics
Locations
- New York City
- New York
- United States
- Manhattan