5.15.09 | Wayland, NY | Two leaders in the design community recently joined forces for an invitation-only evening of high-fashion, food and fun when Gunlocke, an industry leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of wood contract furniture, hosted a cocktail hour and Ginny Hilfiger fashion show. Hilfiger, creator of the Ginny H women’s luxury fashion line, presented her Spring/Summer 2009 collection in Gunlocke’s New York City showroom on Thursday, April 30.

Nearly 200 attendees joined Gunlocke and Hilfiger for the evening, which began with a fashion show featuring Hilfiger’s Spring/Summer 2009 collection.  Instead of traditional models, a variety of women representing numerous professions graced the runway, demonstrating that Hilfiger’s designs are meant to flatter a wide range of tastes.  One of the showroom’s conference rooms was also transformed into a boutique for the evening, where guests could browse and purchase a number of Ginny Hilfiger creations.

“Spring Fling was just what we all needed to lift our spirits during these somber economic times,” said Diane Hamilton, marketing services manager for Gunlocke.  “We were delighted to host many members of the architecture, design and fashion communities at this entertaining and interactive event.”

A piece of Gunlocke furniture also received the Ginny Hilfiger touch, as an Amalfi chair was upholstered using one of Hilfiger’s signature fabrics from her Spring/Summer collection.  The one-of-a-kind chair was raffled off to one lucky attendee, Magda Rivera from the Switzer Group Inc. 

In a separate conference room, attendees were able to create their own fashions using Ginny H signature fabrics.  The top design, selected by Hilfiger, was created by Shauna Dack of Montroy Andersen DeMarco. As the winner, she will receive the opportunity to meet Hilfiger at her studio and select a dress from her current collection that retails for up to $1,000.

For more information about any of Gunlocke’s products, contact 1-800-828-6300 or visit www.gunlocke.com.

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About Gunlocke

The Gunlocke Company is an industry leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of wood contract furniture: casegoods, seating and tables.  As it focuses on developing fresh, responsive new solutions for the workplace, the company carries forward a tradition of quality craftsmanship, technical expertise and conscientious customer service.  The Gunlocke name is synonymous with design integrity, manufacturing excellence and enduring value. Eight U.S. presidents and leading decision makers in a range of industries have made the company’s products their choice. 

Gunlocke has a growing North American presence, with showrooms located in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, New York City, Santa Monica, San Francisco, Toronto, Washington, D.C. and Muscatine, Iowa.