Fashion Group International (FGI) is a global network that connects over 5,000 fashion professionals to promote networking, share global trends, and recognize outstanding achievements in the industry. Founded in 1930 in New York City by the editor-in-chief of Vogue magazine, FGI provides member benefits like access to exclusive industry events attended by top figures. In 2015, FGI celebrated its 85th anniversary with a reception featuring speeches from fashion icons Nina Garcia and Norma Kamali.

1. WHAT IS FASHION
GROUP
INTERNATIONAL?
Eufaula Garrett

2. Introduction
• In her role as EVP of new business development, Eufaula Garrett
supported recording artist André 3000’s venture into the fashion
industry. An affiliate member of FashionGroup International (FGI),
Eufaula Garrett oversaw the launch of the well-received Benjamin
Bixby clothing line.
FGI aims to connect fashion professionals from around the world to
promote networking across the industry, raise awareness of global
trends, and recognize stand-out performers in the fashion world.
Member benefits include exclusive access to industry events and
symposiums, attended by some of the top figures in fashion.

3. Fashion Group International
• FGI has a long history in fashion. Established in 1930 in NewYork
City, the group was founded by the editor-in-chief of the highly
influentialVogue magazine. Since then, FGI has expanded
worldwide and currently has 5,000 affiliates. In 2015, FGI celebrated
85 years of operation with a festive night of drinks at the historic
Knickerbocker Hotel. Notable guest speakers included Nina Garcia,
the former creative director of Marie Claire magazine and current
editor-in-chief at women’s publication Elle, and Norma Kamali, a
NewYork-based design icon.