The Wynwood Business Improvement District (BID) has announced that the second annual Wynwood Fashion Night Out (FNO) will take place on Thursday, Nov. 2, from 6 to 9 p.m.
Wynwood FNO is a district-wide event filled with cutting-edge fashion, special events and deals at participating retailers and restaurants throughout the arts district. More than 40 participating businesses throughout Wynwood will be offering an array of in-store promotions and celebrations.
The event will close out with a grand finale Fashion Show at Mana Wynwood showcasing a wide array of fashion and accessories from Wynwood retailers. Additional activities include in-store promotions, entertainment, complimentary light bites and cocktails, product sampling, demonstrations, drawings and giveaways of limited edition Fashion Night Out tote bags featuring commemorative artwork by local Wynwood artist Moshe Franco.
“We’re thrilled to announce the return of Wynwood’s Fashion Night Out and invite the South Florida community to an evening filled with exceptional street art, retail and dining experiences,” said Albert Garcia, Wynwood BID vice chair. “Wynwood’s business community is also coming together to collected donated items to support the women and families of Lotus House as part of this year’s annual event.”
Wynwood FNO participating retailers will be collecting donated items for neighboring non-profit Lotus House, an organization that works to improve the lives of homeless women, youth and children. Shoppers who bring items to donate can look forward to additional discounts and offerings. Wynwood FNO will launch a month-long drive for Lotus House, helping to commence the season of giving.
Items being collected include:
• Baby diapers in sizes 2,3,4 and 5;
• Ladies and children’s underwear (various sizes);
• Holiday toys for boys and girls (new and unopened only);
• Socks for female adults and male/female children, and
• Dove body soap (only dove or generic equivalent).
“We’re proud to once again host of this annual event that will allow visitors the opportunity to rediscover Wynwood’s unparalleled assortment of fashion designers and retailers,” said Manny Gonzalez, executive director, Wynwood Business Improvement District. “This year’s Fashion Night Out will be even more exciting than the last with special experiences, collaborations and incentives no matter style or budget.”
Volunteers from the Miami Fashion Institute at Miami Dade College will be participating in the fashion show and positioned throughout Wynwood to guide visitors throughout the evening. The Miami Parking Authority will be offering free PayByPhone on-street parking throughout Wynwood from 6 to 9 p.m. Goldman Properties will be offering free parking during the event at the parking lot located on NW Second Avenue between 27th and 28th streets. Park Jockey also will be offering free parking at its lot.
Wynwood’s second annual Fashion Night Out is hosted by the Wynwood BID and made possible through the generous support of the Miami Fashion Institute at Miami Dade College, Mana Wynwood, Swarm Productions, Miami Parking Authority, Goldman Properties and Park Jockey.
To learn more about Wynwood Fashion Night Out and get full details on participating businesses and special offers, visit www.wynwoodmiami.com.
