HISTORY OF FGI PHILADELPHIA

Internationally renowned retailer Nan Duskin Lincoln was a driving force in organizing Fashion Group International Philadelphia in 1938. From 1957 to 1983, FGI Philadelphia hosted the prestigious Crystal Ball. The bi-annual gala included live fashion shows from American designers, world famous honorees, live bands, dinner, dancing, and a who’s-who amongst the guests. The glamorous event was in partnership with the Art Museum of Philadelphia, which helped to fund the museum’s fashion wing. It was curated with hundreds of items dating back to the 15th century including costumes, textiles, laces, jewels, and accessories from around the world.

Since then, we have evolved into a global fashion community, providing resources and education for career advancement while creating a forum for discussion and connection across all industries such as beauty, retail, textiles, designers, publishers, marketers, digitally native brands, content creators and more.

Upcoming Events:

Creative Professionals Speed Networking
Thursday, September 7,, 2023: 5:30-7:30pm ET
Lobo Mau, 700 S. 6th. St, Philadelphia, PA 19147

FGI Philly x Philadelphia Fashion Incubator x Philly Fashion & Garment Industry Task Force invite you to Creative Professionals Networking Night on Thursday, September 7th at 5:30-7:30pm at Lobo Mau Flagship store.

Expand your fashion & creative business connections! Bring your business cards and get your elevator pitch ready!

Special Guest Speaker Jennifer Lynn Robinson, Esq will kick-off the event with networking tips.

Nicole & Jordan Haddad of the local, slow fashion brand, Lobo Mau, will share about their business.

Plus, get to know the organizations hosting the event.

Click here to register!

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