Washington’s Top 100 Events 2016 - Fashion & Beauty Events
1. Humane Rescue Alliance Fashion for Paws Runway Show
#1 Fashion & Beauty Event
The 10th annual fund-raising event, presented by and benefiting the Human Rescue Alliance (formerly known as the Washington Humane Society), took place April 23 at the Grand Hyatt Washington, and raised about $400,000. Some 1,000 people attended the runway show, which had models escorted by fashionably dressed dogs. New this year, Rent the Runway provided all the women's clothing and provided fittings for event participants, while CityCenterDC sponsored the men's clothing. Audi was among the major sponsors at the event, which had decor from Design Foundry. Next: April 8, 2017
2. 'Washingtonian's Style Setters Party
#2 Fashion & Beauty Event
Presented by the Washingtonian, the October 13 event honored the area's 10 best-dressed men and women, who were featured in the magazine's September 2016 issue. Booth-o-Rama had an activation at the party that included a Porsche-branded interactive photo booth with a Porsche Panamera. Other vendors included John Farr Lighting Design for lighting and Crimson & Clover for floral arrangements. Event sponsors included host venue CityCenterDC, as well as Great Frogs Winery, Crown Royal, Ciroc, and Heineken. Next: October 2017
3. DC Fashion Week
#3 Fashion & Beauty Event
Held twice a year (usually in February and September) at venues throughout the city, the most recent DC Fashion Week in September 2016 had about 300 attendees and 80 participating designers and brands, including Lacoste, Ainsley & Troupe, and Brooks Brothers. The event's opening-night show was hosted by WPGC radio personality Guy Lambert. Next: February 22-26, 2017
4. Bethesda Row's the Front Row
#4 Fashion & Beauty Event
The suburban Maryland shopping center Bethesda Row revamped its Front Row fashion event in 2016. The eighth annual gathering in June was shortened to one day from three, but the fashion show remained the centerpiece of the event. Instead of a Friday-night event, it became a Sunday brunch for 200 guests. Several local media personalities attended the event, including Fox 5 DC’s Laura Evans, who served as emcee. For the first time, the show benefited the DC Newswomen charity, which supports breast-cancer research and awareness. Next: Spring 2017
