“As the AP reports, a 58-year-old resident of the 11,000-person hamlet was murdered in his home over the Thanksgiving weekend, scarring the magic Disney (well, OK, Disney gave up control of the place some years ago) town irrevocably.”

And just in time for the holidays! I guess it was a Grindhouse Thanksgiving for these folks.

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My criteria? First I had to love their products, secondly they had to have
more going on than champagne cocktails…and if they were a part of a larger group –like a block party– so much the better! This is a subjective sampling, if you think I’m missing something let me know!

	EVA NY 355a Bowery NY, NY 10003 http://www.evanewyork.net 2129253890 http://www.facebook.com/evastore http://www.twitter.com/evanewyork EVA NY Presents Stefania Pia jewelry and installation LOVE ME Sound Installation by TV Baby and cocktails
	Ferality 62 Clinton Street New York, NY 10002 http://www.feralityshow.com 212.387.8540 http://twitter.com/FeralityShow FASHION’S GUIDE TO THE LOWER EAST SIDE: From new shops on the block to tried and true LES veterans, a collection of the neighborhood’s most exciting boutiques play host to residents and visitors alike. Stop at Ferality, 62 Clinton St, to pick up your neighborhood ‘map’ complete with detailed ‘scavenger hunt’ instructions … and a list of prizes!! We’re all winners this far downtown with drinks and designer appearances to encourage you along your way. Stops include Peacocks, Szeki, Ferality, Alife and Live Fast – just to name a few.
	Helmut Lang 819 Washington Street New York, NY 10014 www.helmutlang.com 212.242.3240 http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/HELMUT-LANG/86794406197?ref=ts TWITTER.COM/HELMUTLANG Helmut Lang will create a festive block party atmosphere inside and outside their Washington Street store along with blogger Cobrasnake. Expect a host of cool games, prizes and other special surprises. DJ’s Harley Viera Newton and Cassie Coane will provide the music for the evening and East Village’s Death & Company will bring their signature cocktails to the celebration.
	IF SOHO NEWYORK 94 Grand Street N.Y. N.Y. , NY 10013 http://IFSOHONEWYORK.com 212-334-4964 Designers appearing: Eddie Borgo and Ohne Titel, plus there will be a live music performance. Name will be announced later.
	International Playground 13 Stanton Street New York, NY 10002 http://www.internationalplayground.com 2122292700 http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/New-York-NY/International-Playground/123458531024460?ref=ts&ajaxpip http://intlplayground Special LIVE performance by Afrobeta at 9pm. Meet designers Ernest Alexander, Mary Meyer, Tara St. James (Study), Helena Fredrikkson, complimentary cocktails and DJ 6pm-11. Outdoor courtyard open. Customs giveaways and special FNO shopping incentives.
	INVEN.TORY 237 Lafayette Street New York, NY 10012 inventorynyc.com 212.226.5292 http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/pages/INVENTORY/65965777153?ref=ts twitter.com/inventorynyc.com INVEN.TORY is a fashion boutique of more than 40 curated brands that include both men and women’s clothing, footwear and accessories. The brand mix changes constantly as brands and styles are sold out and replaced by newer arrivals. Our product includes on trend and fashion forward merchandise at opening pricepoints, as well as special collaborative cuts and vintage pieces that are sold only by INVEN.TORY. All our products are carefully selected or designed based on emerging and contemporary trend setting styles.
	Jeffrey New York 449 W.14th Street New York, NY 10014 jeffreynewyork.com 212-220-8630 Personal appearances by designers L’Wren Scott, Jason Wu, Nicholas Kirkwood, and Monique Pean. There will also be a personal appearance by celebrity Christina Ricci. Denim event hosted by the designers of Current Elliott. A menswear trunk show hosted by designer Devon Scott. Exclusive limited edition black leather messenger bags by Proenza Schouler available for $250.
	Kirna Zabete 96 Greene Street 10012, NY NY http://www.kirnazabete.com +1 212 941 9656 http://www.facebook.com/pages/New-York-NY/Kirna-Zabete/53465834388?ref=ts http://twitter.com/KirnaZabete Alexander Wang, Proenza Schouler, Thakoon, Peter Som, Jason Wu, Aurelie Biderman, Chrissie Morris, Elise Overland and more will be at KZ to meet clients and launch exclusive products. Proenza Schouler made mini PS1 wallets, Thakoon: wave print top and tap pants, Jason Wu: owl scarf, Aurelie Biderman: swan feather earrings, Peter Som: fashion-y cocktail napkins, Elise Overland: sleek jersey tunic, Chrissie Morris: leather belts. Kirna Zabete designed a limited edition leather IPAD case. All launching in store and on-line exclusively at Kirna Zabete.com. Still having fun after 11 years!
	OAK 28 Bond st. New York, NY 10002 http://oaknyc.com 212-677-1293 http://twitter.com/oakbond Join us for OAK’s interpretation of a mall. Make your own charm necklaces at the Surface 2 Air kiosk, shred t-shirts with the ladies of LNA , and then stop over at OAK’s stand for a special surprise. Come play dress up with us in our fashion photo booth. 7-10pm. Drinks and D.J’s of course. Welcome to the OAK Mall, now get ready to shop.
	Opening Ceremony at Ace Hotel - Show quoted text - 1190-1192 Broadway New York, NY 10001 http://www.openingceremony.us 646-695-5680 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Opening-Ceremony/69725163490 http://twitter.com/openingceremony Opening Ceremony will ring in Fashion’s Night Out with a French flea market staged in the lobby of the Ace Hotel. Inspired by the famous Les Puces de Saint-Ouen market in Paris, the French flea market concept coincides with the launch of France as O.C.’s country of focus for 2010-2011. Brands will have their own flea market booths with exclusive items and designers will be present to meet with fans and enjoy the festivities. Participating brands include agnès b., Alexander Wang, Band of Outsiders, Deyrolle, Joseph Altuzarra, Keds, Ladurée, Patrik Ervell, Proenza Schouler, Rodarte, and more.
	Partners & Spade 40 Great Jones St New York, NY 10012 http://www.partnersandspade.com 6468612827 Partners and Spade, Vena Cava and Subports are teaming up for Fashion’s Night Out to present a Fashion Outsider’s Fashion’s Night Out. We will be hosting one of a kind wearable items, hand made by people not in the fashion industry. The items for sale will be on display and for sale at Partners and Spade On September 10th, 11th and 12th and sold online via subports. Opening celebration 6-8:30pm
	Patricia Field Boutique 302 BOWERY NEW YORK, NY 10012 http://www.PATRICIAFIELD.com 212-966-4066 http://www.facebook.com/pages/Patricia-Field/75822181733 http://www.twitter.com/HouseofField Patricia Field is hosting the second annual Vogue’s Fashion Night Out event. This time bigger and better. The legendary downtown boutique will stay open from 11 am until 1 am !! Fabulous gifts, gorgeous people, beauty makeovers for everyone at our special eyelash bar, cocktails, refreshments by Cafe Bustelo and more. Stay tuned for updates on this event . Cocktails to be enjoyed by guests 21+
	rag & bone 119 Mercer Street New York, NY 10012 www.rag-bone.com 212.219.2204 http://www.facebook.com/pages/rag-bone/93647368759 www.twitter.com/rag_bone rag & bone is teaming up with fellow Mercer Street retailer 3.1 Phillip Lim to co-host a street party featuring food, drinks and a live DJ. Designers Marcus Wainwright and David Neville will be on hand to help SoHo shoppers style their Fall looks. Special guests include Revlon’s Global Artistic Director Gucci Westman who will perform mini-makeovers, and one of Revlon’s Global Brand Ambassadors (who will it be??). Look forward to seeing you there! peace and love, rag & bone
	Scoop NYC 875 Washington Street New York, NY 10014 www.scoopnyc.com 2126911905 facebook.com/scoopnyc twitter.com/scoopnyc Scoop NYC and EDUN have partnered up to treat you to an evening in honor of Africa. Meet Ali Hewson at the EDUN pop up shop while sipping Tusker Premium Lager. Jaleel Bunton from TV on the Radio will be spinning and we’ll also have a special performance by South Africa’s BLK JKS. EDUN/Scoop NYC encourage you to join Ali and bike it for the night! Ride a bike to the event and EDUN will feature those with the best bike style on their blog! The first 100 EDUN shoppers receive a free gift and the Van Leeuwen Ice Cream Truck will be giving out free scoops to the first 200 Scoop shoppers!
	Vena Cava Partners and Spade NY, NY 10012 http://partnersandspade.com 646-861-2827 Vena Cava, with Subports, will be hosting a Fashion Outsiders Fashions Night Out Party at Partners and Spade from 6-9. We will display one-of-a-kind, handmade items, created especially for the event by people who have no connection to the fashion industry whatsoever. Curated artisans include: a scientist, an Oklahoma farmer, Grandma Sherry, An MTA worker, Lisa’s Dad, a policeman, a tree, people in prison, toddlers, and many more. All items will be for sale exclusively at Partners and Spade during FNO, and for one month afterward on a website created by Subports. Proceeds will benefit charity.

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Please welcome guest writer, stylist Steffany. After sharing with me, her experiences at the spectacular launch of the Katwalk Katerers, I had to have her share her experiences of the event with you!

KatWalk Katerers is an amazing talent management and events planning company that spotlights the skills of designers, models, hair & make-up artists and stylists. KWK helps to promote, teach and inspire new talent by giving them a platform to display their specialty. There is no regard for nationality, shape, size or height with KWK, all they see is talent! So what better way is there to celebrate? A party and a fashion show!

The launch party for KWK was held in New York City at the fabulous Katra Lounge. The house was jammed packed with folks ready to celebrate with Dhylles Waight and Dennis Davis the co-founders of KatWalk Katerers and their hard working team.

From body-con to bridal dresses, jeans and t-shirts the launch party for KatWalk Katerers had a lil something for everyone. From fashion to poetry to musical performances there was plenty to keep your head spinning.

Fashion and style were the main attraction for the evening where designers showcased their hard work and inspiration with a mini viewing of their collections. The looks ran the gamut from mens wear, street-wear, ready to wear, with plus and straight size fashion for women. There was loads creativity, color and plenty of diversity in design which kept the excitement flowing throughout the evening. It was nice to see the fellas represent on the runway with bright dress shirts and ties and of course the ultra casual baggy jeans and screen printed themed t-shirts.

My ultimate fave was the bridal collection from Saratina by Sarah Jassir. The gowns were stunning and quite original and her silhouettes can be worn by women of all shapes and sizes. Another one of my faves was a beautiful, body hugging day dress from Wilbur Pack Jr. Even from a distance you can tell the workmanship was impeccable.

During the intermissions, we were entertained with musical performances and positive social commentary through poetry and spoken word. I thought this added a little unexpected twist to the evening, as the artists interacted with the audience to keep the mood and vibe lively. It worked!

There were several noticeable fashion heavyweights present durning the celebration. Most notable were DeVoe Signature Events & Full Figured Fashion Week (TM) creator Gwen DeVoe, The Plus Academy ~ New York creator Tonya Giddens and last but not least Plus model Jeannie Ferguson.

To close out the night, guest were given goodie bags with the contact information for all the participants in the show including the hair and make-up artists. That’s the way to keep the networking going even after the party is over.

Overall the launch party was fun and a great success for Dhylles and her crew. There is definite anticipation to see what’s next from KatWalk Katerers!

LINK LOVE:The KatWalk Katerers Launch Party

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