Fashion's Night Out Chicago

For the first time, Chicago’s shopping scene was among the chic cities
participating in Fashion’s Night Out. This amazing event represents a global
initiative to boost consumer confidence and retail sales by having stores offer
extended hours and exclusive perks. “Chicago is a city that understands and
cultivates fashion. The inclusion of Chicago in such an important and global
event showcases just how committed we are to being a major fashion
destination.” states Mayor Richard M. Daley.

Macy’s at Water Tower Place offered mini-spa treatments from Lush
Cosmetics while grooving to today's hottest tunes and enjoying sips and
sweets. The party continued in the shoe department where shoppers received a
special gift with purchases from Carlos Santana, Franco Sarto, and Via Spiga.
Macy’s guests ended the evening getting their photo taken on the cover of a
VOGUE magazine. Macy's on State Street was hosting an unprecedented
shopping experience full of fun, festivities and most importantly, fashion!
Shoppers were welcome to start the day off with the 10th annual Distinction in
Design Competition. From 6 to 11 p.m., Macy’s special guest Vicki Gunvalson,
of The Real Housewives of Orange County was on hand to gift customers who
spend more than $75 a signed copy of her best selling book “More Than A
Housewife.” Guests siped and snacked while watching models in this season’s
hottest looks.

Neiman Marcus where Michelle Alegria of WLS-TV’s 190 North’s was on hand
to emcee a Fall 2010 trends fashion show. Guests had the opportunity to
sample local fair and receive a makeover from Estee Lauder. Designer Taryn
Rose was also on hand to present her new line of shoes, Haute Footure.

Shop ‘til you drop at The Shops at North Bridge on Michigan Avenue. Shoppers
spend the evening partaking in exclusive in-store events, and take in Fall’s
hottest trends from Nordstrom, Kenneth Cole, Stuart Weitzman, Armani
Exchange, Swarovski and more at a runway fashion show. The evening was
filled with one-night only shopping incentives, gifts with purchases and
complimentary hors d’oeuvres and cocktails.

Fashions Night Out at Nordstrom Michigan Avenue was buzzing with
fashionable activities. From exclusive collections from TOMS shoes, William
Rast, Burberry Cosmetics and more. You had a chance to win a signed
Michael Buble suit from one of his live concerts, and a Golden Ticket Fashion
Experience full of everything you need to start the season in style including a
$2,500 shopping spree, closet makeover with a Nordstrom Personal Stylist and
a one-year subscription to Vogue.