Fashion's Night Out at Macy's Herald Square: The Recap

Intern LCogs covers Fashion's Night Out on 34th Street, namely Macy's Herald Square...

Fashion's Night Out is the year's biggest shopping night full of special events, celebrities, and goodies. Macy's Herald Square topped them all on 34th Street this year with a store full of designer and celebrity appearances, and a street full of dancers.

 

Celebrities in attendance included Michael Kors, Britt Roberston, John Luzzini and Debi Mazar, Clinton Kelly, B. Michael, Walter Baker, Scott Disick, Rickie De Sole, Bethenny Frankel, Emily Maynard, and Tommy Hilfiger. While the celebrity areas were naturally packed full of shoppers, I was lucky to get a photo of Tommy Hilfiger and Britt Roberston.

I also caught a glimpse of John Luzzini and Debi Mazar sharing tips about food preparation and entertaining in New York City.

But even with the glamorous celebrities inside the store, my favorite part of the night was the dance party happening outside the store in Herald Square. Everyone was smiling and enjoying themselves.

Let's hope Macy's makes this an annual event during Fashion's Night Out, because it's not every day one happens upon a dance party in Herald Square!

Fashion Star's Fashion's Night Out at Macy's Herald Square

Yes, this will be my T.

Fashion Night Out is less than a month away, and stores are starting to finalize their schedules. The excitement is building here at Fashion Herald because Macy's Herald Square has an amazing line-up, as they do every year. But this year it's extra special...

Meet The Stars of Fashion Star @ Herald Square
Thursday, September 6th, Impulse on 3
151 W. 34th St.
New York, NY
Get the real scoop behind the hit show Fashion Star with Macy's own Caprice Willard and winner Kara Laricks.* *All events subject to change or cancellation.

CAPRICE!!! KARA!!! Are you feeling my excitement yet? Of course, there's also Michael Kors, Vogue Accessories Editor Rickie De Sole, Clinton Kelly, B. Michael, Scott Disick, Bethenny Frankel, and more. For all the latest Macy's FNO info, text FNONY to 62297 for updates on Fashion's Night Out at Herald Square and for Macy's Mobile alerts.

Macy's Herald Square

151 West 34th Street between Broadway and Seventh Avenue

Fashion's Night Out Fashion on 34th Street

There's a listing of 34th Street events here, but I thought I'd post a few choice picks for the evening. But first, the Fashion's Night Out gear you can find at Macy's Herald Square on the second floor:

The tank ($20. This is an XL because I wanted to see how long it'd be. IRL I'd call the XL an L) and the back of the sweatshirt, $60.



















The front of the sweatshirt without hood, with hood.

You can also find FNO gear on 34th Street at JCPenney, Lane Bryant, Sephora, and Swarovski. And some highlights to mark for the night?

• You've got to drop by Daffy's windows at Herald Square, where four models will be trying on clothes determined by viewers text messages shown on a screen inside the window. They will be stripping down to their skivvies and texting back to the audience, so all-in-all an entertaining and interactive event.
• Macy's Herald Square can also not be missed for the big Tommy Hilfiger tailgating event with Train performing, and tons of celebrity & designer appearances inside including Joss Stone for Nine West, Rachel Roy, Diddy, and Oscar de la Renta. Go here for more details.
• At JCPenney we'll be dropping by to see Charlotte Ronson, Michelle Trachtenberg, and Sam Ronson celebrate with styling tips, wine, and cupcakes.
• Swarovski will have champagne, chocolate, and a special gift for those who drop by. Also, spend $100 or more and get a free crystal tattoo.
• There will be four drawings throughout the evening to win a Famous Footwear shoe shopping spree - 30 seconds to run through and grab!

Daffy's Herald Square, SW corner of 34th & Broadway
Macy's Herald Square, NW corner of 34th & Broadway
JCPenney, Manhattan Mall, ll 1 & 2, 33rd St. & 6th Avenue
Swarovski, 34th & 7th Avenue
Famous Footwear, 34th Street between 7th & 8th Avenues

Fashion's Night Out on 34th Street

Below is a listing of events on 34th Street for Fashion's Night Out next Friday, September 10th. This list will be added to as needed before the date. Most of the descriptions are quoted directly (typos and all!) from the Fashion's Night Out site, where you can create an itinerary.


Aldo, 27 W. 34th Street between 5th & 6th Avenues

"Get the ‘it’ boot for the trend of the season, rock the latest limited edition must-have and do good with just one stop. Visit ALDO from 6-11pm with 50of proceeds from the ALDO Combat Boot going to ALDO Fights AIDS in support of the NYC AIDS FUND. One good turn deserves another; receive the limited edition Tote of Honor free with your purchase. The Tote of Honor is also available for $10 with 100of proceeds going to the cause"

American Eagle Outfitters, 40 W. 34th Street between 5th & 6th Avenues

"American Eagle will keep its doors open in all four Manhattan locations and invite guests to shop in style, enjoy treats and the specially spun tunes by AE’s guest DJs. There’s no better time to stock up on affordable denim and cozy sweaters before the fall chill rolls in. Shoppers who stop by are promised a memorable, exciting and fashionably-filled night out."

Banana Republic, 17 W. 34th Street between 5th & 6th Avenues

"Join us for a celebration of style. Shop the newest arrivals and receive shopping incentives on full-priced merchandise all night long. Enjoy complimentary refreshments, while supplies last. One night only – only at select Banana Republic NYC stores."

Bare Escentuals, 44 W. 34th Street between 5th & 6th Avenues

"Join Bare Escentuals for Fashion's Night Out. Stop by Bare Escentuals and leave gorgeous in our hottest fall look featuring NEW High Shine Eyecolors. Enjoy deluxe samples, sweet treats and extended hours - all in the name of fashion."

Daffy's Herald Square, 1311 Broadway at 34th Street

Daffy's Undressing Rooms
In the windows of Daffy's Herald Square, street-level at 34th & Broadway, four models will be ruling the Daffy's "undressing room" and trying on the store's clothing according to the texting public's demands. Yes, two male and two female models will be stripping down to their skivvies and then putting on the Daffy's styles that their public wants to see. Consider this an on-demand fashion show. There will be a large screen in the windows displaying texts sent and received, as the models will also be communicating via text message to the public outside the windows. All in all, a 34th Street event that should not be missed.

Fossil, 38 W. 34th Street between 5th & 6th Avenues

"Long Live Vintage! Stop by our 34th Street store on September 10th to see our latest vintage-inspired collections and meet one of the talented artists featured in our Long Live Art project (learn all about it at fossil.com/art). Dolan Geiman, a mixed-media handicrafter who creates his work from vintage and recycled materials, will be screenprinting custom art at this location from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. and also giving away original works as a special gift with $100 purchase. Can’t wait to see you there!"

JCPenney Manhattan Mall, 33rd Street & 6th Avenue
*FNO collection available in store

"Kick off fashions biggest night at JCPenney! Shop to the beat of a celebrity deejay and receive touch-ups from a Sephora inside JCPenney beauty expert. You can also enter to win hourly giveaways from our well-known designer brands including Olsenboye by Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen, I (heart) Ronson by Charlotte Ronson, Nicole by Nicole Miller, Allen B by Allen Schwartz and Bisou Bisou by Michele Bohbot."

I Heart Ronson's FNO Party: Join Charlotte Ronson, Michelle Trachtenberg and celebrity DJ Samantha Ronson from 8pm-9pm for wine, cupcake decorating, styling tips, and music!

Lane Bryant, 7 W. 34th Street between 5th & 6th Avenues
*FNO collection available in store

"6-11pm: Designer appearances; Cocktail ring gift with any purchase; Refreshments featuring the Lanetini; DKNY Jeans Tshirt gift with any DKNY Jeans Purchase. 6-9: Special Model Appearances by Ashley Graham and Lizzie Miller."

Macy's Herald Square, 151 W. 34th Street between 5th & 6th Avenues
*FNO collection available in store

Clarins
"Clarins invites you to a special Beauty Party to celebrate French glamour as only Clarins can! Each attendee will receive a complimentary complete makeover while enjoying refreshments and sweets at the Clarins Counter. Put your beauty in our hands at Fashion's Night Out!"

Clinique
"From 5-7pm Clinique is hosting a “Makeup Bag Confessions” event. Do you need help organizing your makeup bag? Let our Clinique experts take a peek into your bag and help you create your best look for fall."

Estée Lauder
"In support of Vogue’s 2nd annual Fashion’s Night Out event on Friday, September 10th, Estée Lauder Global Spokesmodels Constance Jablonski and Liu Wen will be at the Estée Lauder beauty counter in Macy’s Herald Square NYC to meet fans and share their fall beauty favorites. They will be available to sign personalized Fashion’s Night Out beauty cards that share their product tips. Time: 8:15pm. No appointment necessary."

Michael Kaye Bijoux
"Couture Designer Michael Kaye will be presenting his fashion Jewelry Collection "Michael Kaye Bijoux" - 5:00 - 10:00 PM"

Monet
"TRY on baubles, SIP some bubbles, WIN beautiful baubles. MEET the Monet Design Team and they’ll put together a sparkling look for your fall wardrobe. ENJOY sparkling water and ENTER for a chance to win your own Monet baubles! Plus – WITH ANY REGULAR PRICE PURCHASE, RECEIVE A BEAUTIFUL MONET MIRRORED COMPACT.*While supplies last, one per customer. AND, enter for your chance to win one of ten bib necklaces from the new Monet On the Rocks collection - worth $148! Here's your chance to rock your accessories world."

RACHEL Rachel Roy
"Ready for the biggest look book shoot ever?? Join Rachel Roy and supermodel Jessica Stam as they host the city's biggest look book shoot on Fashion's Night Out – exclusively at Macy’s Herald Square! RACHEL Rachel Roy, Level 2 6-8pm. Get styled and snapped at Macy's wearing head to toe RACHEL Rachel Roy and every shopper that participates, $1 will be donated to charity: water, a non-profit organization bringing clean, safe drinking water to people in developing nations. AND check out Rachel and Jessica’s capsule collection available only on 9/10 before it’s officially released in October!"

Thierry Mugler
"Come discover the special benefits of the iconic ANGEL by Thierry Mugler fragrance hands-on! Each attendee will have the opportunity to refill their ANGEL Stars themselves at the SOURCE, while exploring the celestial world of Mugler!"

Tommy Hilfiger
"To kick off Tommy Hilfiger’s 25th Anniversary celebration, guests will enjoy the ultimate tailgating party with a live musical performance by Grammy award-winning band Train. The first 100 guests to make a $100 purchase will receive VIP access* to the performance and guests with any purchase will receive a copy of Train’s CD “Save Me San Francisco.”* Meet Tommy Hilfiger and Train who will be on hand to sign autographs. (*while supplies last)"

Sephora, 130 W. 34th Street between Broadway & 7th Avenue
*FNO collection available in store

"Rock the runway with Benefit Try on beauty trends straight from Fashion Week with the worldwide debut of Femme Metale, the newest addition to the Maggie & Annie Collection. Enjoy runway-inspired makeup lessons, posh party favors, cool new music and more."

Swarovski, 200 W. 34th Street at 7th Avenue
*FNO collection available in store

"Stop by the Swarovski boutique to shop dazzling jewelry and accessories, sip champagne and nosh on decadent chocolate. Plus, receive a crystal tattoo in celebration of Fashion’s Night Out, a gift with any $100 purchase* and the chance to win an amazing prize! There will also be a special gift for anyone who stops by. Get ready to sparkle with Swarovski! *One per customer, while supplies last"

Victoria's Secret Herald Square, 34th Street & 6th Avenue

"To celebrate Fashion’s Night Out, Victoria’s Secret stores in New York City will stay open until 11:00pm on Friday, September 10, 2010. Visit participating Victoria’s Secret stores in Manhattan and receive a free limited edition Victoria's Secret tank with any $60 purchase that night only from 6PM – 11PM while supplies last. We’ll see you Fashion’s Night Out!"

Fashion's Night Out on 34th Street

Photo from WWD.com.

Is this FNO thing gaining tons of steam or what? I'm very curious to read the recaps, because who can be everywhere from 6-11pm next Thursday, September 10th? But I'm happy to say there are some tempting events happening on 34th Street, so I should be able to run around for a few hours, then go home and elevate the feet. Here's the 34th Street listings (click the store links for full information and times), but be sure to visit Fashion's Night Out Website, Facebook, and/or Twitter for updates and more information.

Aldo, 27 W. 34th St. @ Fifth Ave. Kim Stoltz from ANTM Cycle 5 and current MTV news gal and VJ will host a walk-off contest at 9:30pm. Win a $500 gift certificate, and your shoe wardrobe should be set for fall. DJ Skeet Skeet spins from 6-11pm.

American Eagle Outfitters, 40 W. 34th St. between 5th & 6th.

Banana Republic, 17 W. 34th St. @ Fifth Ave. Enjoy cocktails, mix and mingle with Banana's personal stylists, and get a free mini-makeover. Special shopping incentives will be available, and 5% of sales will be donated to the Memorial Fund for September 11th.

Body Shop, Manhattan Mall, 33rd & 6th Ave. Get top tips on Fall make-up looks by their beauty experts. Donations will be raised for charities, and there will be special offers and a prize draw for the day. Update: thanks to Craig, I discovered Body Shop moved out of Manhattan Mall just last week. But all the other locations will be hosting FNO events.

Express, 7 W. 34th St. between 5th & 6th Aves. Meet the designers from the Express team for free wardrobe consultations from 6-8pm.

Fossil, 38 W. 34th St. between 5th & 6th Aves. Celebrate Fossil's 25th anniversary, enjoy 70's-era treats (hmm, like brownies maybe?:), and grab a free journal on your way out (while supplies last). And, get free watch engraving and a chance to win gift certificates and a John Lennon Limited Edition guitar.

Gap, 60 W. 34th St. @ Broadway. Shoppers will receive a 1969 limited-edition keepsake bag with purchase of jeans (while supplies last).

H&M, 1328 Broadway @ W. 34th St. Oooh, this is a good one. Get personal runway lessons from Miss J. Alexander of America's Next Top Model (I'm so there), and styling tips from H&M experts (7-10pm). Then strike a pose for the 'paparazzi,' and your style is shown from a spectacular billboard in the Meatpacking District. 5 seconds towards your 15 minutes of fame, check!

JCPenney, Manhattan Mall, 33rd & 6th Ave. Cindy Crawford is in-store to meet fans from 6-7pm. Get your makeup done by Sephora and then have your photo taken in a set styled with Cindy's new home line. Enjoy a DJ, light refreshments, and informal modeling of the retailer's exclusive brands (Charlotte Ronson, Nicole Miller, American Living, etc.).

Lane Bryant, 7 W. 34th St. @ Fifth Ave. Shopping incentives.

Loft, 35 W. 34th St. Style experts will show you how to work Fall's essential pieces. Enjoy exclusive shopping incentives, refreshments, and music.

Macy's Herald Square, 151 W. 34th St. between Broadway & 7th Ave. LOTS of fashion and makeover events starting at 6pm, including a personal appearance by Rachel Roy, Tommy Hilfiger hosting a performance by the Michael Fredo Jazz Trio, Michael Kors and Debra Messing launching the Very Hollywood Michael Kors fragrance at 7pm, and rising supermodel Arlenis Sosa at the Lancome counter from 6-7pm.

Old Navy, 150 W. 34th St.

Sephora Herald Square, 130 W. 34th St. between 6th & 7th Aves. Meet Too Faced makeup artist Arianne Damboise and let the Too Faced Artistry Team make you over. The first 100 clients of the day will get an eye-shadow duo during their consultations.

Sunglass Hut, 1313 Broadway @ Herald Square & 34th St., & Manhattan Mall, 33rd & 6th Ave.

Victoria's Secret, 1328 Broadway @ 34th St. Free panty with the purchase of a regularly priced bra.

See? What a night. I'll definitely be dropping by several stores, so give me a heads-up if you're around 34th Street. And don't forget your FNO T-shirt. They're in store now on 34th Street at Macy's Herald Square (2nd fl.), JCPenney, The Body Shop, Sephora Herald Square, and Victoria's Secret. The short-sleeved T is $30, and the long is $35. I'd get to one of these stores soon and pick it up, especially the long-sleeved one. On the FNO Facebook page, everyone seems to be clamoring for the long-sleeved T-shirt. 40% of T-shirt proceeds go to the National September 11 Memorial & Museum.

Also, if you're going to be in Bryant Park on Thursday, check out my post today on the Bryant Park blog. Get listings of stores around the park that will be participating in Fashion's Night Out, (be sure to check out Lord & Taylor's events, the BCBG in-store fashion show, and Payless at 5th & 39th, where you can pick up an FNO tote), and find Bryant Park stores where you can drop off donated clothing.