Nordstrom Designer Preview 2010

Thursday, July 22, 2010
Pier 91 at the foot of the Magnolia Bridge
2001 West Garfield Street, Seattle

The most exciting fashion runway event in the Northwest begins with a festive cocktail and hors d’oeuvre reception, followed by a sensational presentation of fall collections from renowned American and European designers.

This event is presented by Nordstrom in partnership with the Seattle Art Museum Supporters and is generously supported by Domaine Chandon Blanc de Noir, Sterling Vineyards, Cîroc Vodka and Nuvo Sparkling Liqueur.

6:30 pm
Boutique shopping, cocktail and hors d’oeuvre reception

7:45 pm
Seating begins

8:15 pm
Runway fashion show

9 pm

Boutique shopping and dessert reception

What are the ticket levels and prices?

Premium Runway: $750 per person.
Includes priority valet parking and car retrieval service at the end of the night, and prime, front-of-the-catwalk view Runway seats. Wait list only at this time.

Runway level: $500 per person.
Includes front row runway seating personalized with guest's name and an increased donation to SAM. Also includes recognition in the evening's program if reservation is made by July 11.

Connoisseur level: $350 per person.
Includes preferred seating personalized with guest's name. Also includes recognition in the evening's program if reservation is made by July 9.

Patron level: $175 per person.
Sold out
Includes reserved seating.

What is the recommended attire?
Festive or business attire is appropriate.

Where is Pier 91 located?
Pier 91 is Seattle’s new cruise ship terminal, located just north of downtown Seattle at the foot of the Magnolia Bridge.

How do I get there?

From Interstate 5 North

• Head south on I-5 and follow the signs to the Mercer Street Exit
• Take Exit 167 to Mercer Street (right-hand off-ramp)
• Take a right turn onto Fairview Avenue North (400 feet)
• Take a left turn on Valley Street (0.18 miles)
• Valley Street bends to the left and becomes Broad Street (0.75 miles)
• Turn right to Denny Way (0.32 miles)
• Bend right to Western Avenue (0.22 miles)
• Western joins Elliott Avenue West (1.18 miles)
• Follow signs to Magnolia Bridge
• Turn right at 14th Avenue West (signal light intersection) (0.14 miles)
• Stay to the right and follow ramp joining the Magnolia Bridge (West Garfield Street) (0.35 miles)
• Exit right and follow signs to “Smith Cove Park” (0.55 miles) and Cruise Terminal
• Turn right at bottom of ramp and follow signs for cruise terminal parking or cruise terminal
  
  

From Interstate 5 South

• Head north on I-5 and follow signs to the Mercer Street Exit
• Take Exit 167 (left-side off-ramp) to Mercer Street
• Take a right turn onto Fairview Avenue North (400 feet)
• Take a left turn on Valley Street (0.18 miles)
• Valley Street bends to the left and becomes Broad Street (0.75 miles)
• Turn right to Denny Way (0.32 miles)
• Bend right to Western Avenue (0.22 miles)
• Western joins Elliott Avenue West (1.18 miles)
• Follow signs to Magnolia Bridge
• Turn right at 14th Avenue West (signal light intersection) (0.14 miles)
• Stay to the right and follow ramp joining the Magnolia Bridge (West Garfield Street) (0.35 miles)
• Exit right and follow signs to “Smith Cove Park” (0.55 miles) and Cruise Terminal
• Turn right at bottom of ramp and follow signs for cruise terminal parking or cruise terminal

From Interstate 90 West

• Take I-90 West to I-5 North
• Then follow directions for "From Interstate 5 South"
  
  

May I sit with my friends?
If you purchase tickets together, you will be seated together. If you purchase tickets separately, you may indicate with whom you wish to be seated as long as your reservations are at the same level. We will do our best to accommodate all requests.

How much money will this event raise?
Last year the Nordstrom Designer Preview raised $160,000 to benefit the Seattle Art Museum, and this year we hope to do just as well.

What will the proceeds from the Nordstrom Designer Preview benefit?
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Seattle Art Museum’s upcoming exhibition Picasso: Masterpieces from the Musée National Picasso, Paris on view October 8, 2010–January 9, 2011.

What is the fair market value of the tickets?

For tax purposes, the fair market value of each ticket is $100 for Premium Runway and Runway, $80 for Connoisseur and $75 for Patron. Acknowledgements will be emailed to all purchasers and donors of record. "Reservations are non-refundable. If you are unable to use your reservation, please email NDP@seattleartmuseum.org. Reservations are convertible to a fully tax-deductible contribution or transferable at the same level. "

Why has Nordstrom partnered with the Seattle Art Museum Supporters?
Because supporting the arts is an important part of its charitable giving, Nordstrom is proud to partner with the Seattle Art Museum Supporters (SAMS) and SAM. Nordstrom and SAMS have partnered for the past twenty-five years to present the Nordstrom Designer Preview.

Still have a question?
If you have any additional questions, please email NDP@seattleartmuseum.org or call 206.654.3200 for recorded information.

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