Celebrate summer with a little bling for your summer fling!
This Monday, June 11, Lua will hold the third “Girls’ Night Out” party, from 7 to 10 p.m.
The night will feature over two dozen vendors, a fashion show, and more. So whether you are in the mood for shopping, drinks, or just a good time – there is something for guys and gals.
The event
Girls’ Night Out was created by organizers Gina Avolletta, Amy Grossberg, and Jennifer Tighe, who wanted to create an exciting event as an alternative to the happy hour cocktail.
Held at the elegant Lua on Frank Sinatra Drive in Hoboken – it will be a night to remember with DJ music and events held in the spacious restaurant that brings a little taste of Manhattan to the mile-square.
The event is free unlike other shopping events in the city and includes half-price beer and wine all night. Food will be available at the bar or at a table in their outdoor café overlooking the Hudson.
Avolletta, who is the general manager of City Bistro (sister restaurant of Lua), said that at the last “Girls’ Night Out” in November, they had large crowds of men and women despite the weather.
“It was a torrential downpour and people still came out,” said Avolletta. “I don’t know if it’s the word ‘shopping’ followed by cocktails, or the [word] ‘girls.’ ”
She added, “It brings everyone together under one roof – hang out with your friends, drink and shop. It’s more of an event really.”
This party will be their biggest event yet, with double the vendors and a fashion show. In addition, Jeannine Mercurio, an astrologer, will give readings.
Every half-hour a raffle will be held. The participating venders each donated a gift basket for the drawing, and all proceeds will go to a Hoboken charity.
According to Avolletta, at the last event they collected $500 for the Hoboken Homeless Shelter and she hopes to double the donation this time.
In addition, Club H Fitness reps will be on hand to discuss the gym and packages. They will also raffle off a free membership.
The vendors
Whether you are shopping for yourself or a gift for someone special, there are plenty of options. Below is a sampling of what you’ll see.
About A Girl located at 529 Washington St. in Hoboken, will show their fun and funky evening clutches, leather bags, chandelier earrings, and more.
Arbonne International will display their specialty skin care products, makeup, and aromatherapy.
Caru Salon, located on 104 Hudson St. in Hoboken, will be on hand to give makeup and hair consultations. Visit: www.saloncaru.com.
Artist Joan Huggard will display her Citybitz collection, which features city images incorporated into her jewelry, mirrors, and more.
Complete Nutrition and Wellness features nutritional counseling, and diagnostic testing to alleviate chronic ailments and weight loss.
Ellis Designs features hand painted one-of-a-kind silk scarves, wraps, tops and hair accessories. Each unique piece painted by Holly Ellis is a work of wearable art. Visit: www.EllisDesignsOnline.com.
Good Kleen Fun, a specialty bath and beauty shop located at 529 Washington St. in Hoboken, will bring some of their fabulous body products including: bath salts, shower gels, lotions, body butters, aroma beads and more. Visit: www.goodkleenfun.com.
In Your Skivvies has a flirty line of loungewear and lingerie. The clothing is hand stitched with slogans written in Swarovski crystals. Customers can custom order items too. Visit: www.inyourshivvies.com.
Just Because Invitations, is a specialty invitation and stationary store, which is owned by Amy Grossberg. She will display her custom made invitations and greeting cards. Many of the cards are detailed with Swarovski crystals. Visit: www.justbecauseinvitations.com
Koru Wedding Shoppe will have representatives on hand to discuss wedding plans for an inspired wedding.
LeJeune Accessories will display their handmade beaded jewelry and handbags. Visit: www.lejeunaccessorie.com.
LM Designs, a Hoboken-based handcrafted jewelry company, will feature: tribal pendants, sterling silver wrap bracelets, earrings, and more. Visit: http://www.lmdesignsonline.com
Mermaid Treasures will sell hand blown glass jewelry, sterling silver and more. Custom orders are welcome.
The Missing Link is a Hoboken based manufacturer of fashion accessories. They will display part of their summer collection that features: hand embellished totes, ballet flats, and more.
Silpada Jewelry has a handcrafted line of sterling silver jewelry. Company representative Rutnik will display silver jewelry with semi-precious gems, natural materials, tooled leather and more. Visit: www.mysilpada.com/danielle.rutnik
And …
Girls’ Night Out is a free shopping event that is open to the public. Guests are under no obligation to purchase items. The event on Monday, June 11 will be held from 7 to 10 p.m. at Lua, which is located at 1300 Sinatra Drive in Hoboken. For more information, call (201) 876-1900.