Our NYFW Party Mega Guide

New York Fashion comes at an interesting time this year: It coincides with Valentine's Day and the NBA All-Star games. That means there'll be a smorgasbord of parties to choose from, attracting fashion types, lovebirds and basketball fans alike. As always, we're compiling our mega round-up of all the best parties of the season -- and your odds of getting in. Keep checking back as our list will get updated daily with new parties being added throughout the next week and a half.

TUESDAY

ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Jourdan Dunn's 'Cell For Gratitude' Event
EXPECT: Jourdan Dunn and other leggy super models will descend on Amy Sacco's No. 8 for Dunn's second-annual 'Cell For Gratitude' party, whose proceeds will go toward fighting sickle cell disease. It's a cause that hits home for the model -- her son, Riley, suffers from the ailment -- and this year she's teamed up with eyewear brand Illesteva and label Rochambeau on a collaboration, which will be unveiled at the party. Oh, and before we forget -- you might get the chance to rub shoulders with Rihanna and Cara Delevingne: the singer and model both stopped by the inaugural event last season. 
WHERE: No. 8, 357 W. 16th St., New York City
WHEN: Tuesday, February 10th from 9pm-midnight
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 30/70

WEDNESDAY
ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: COOLS NYFW Kick-Off
EXPECT: The digital fashion retail platform, which asks tastemaking creatives to share their favorite items and brands that you can buy, celebrates the launch of their new mobile app with a banger at the Boom Boom Room.
WHERE: Boom Boom Room, 442 W. 13th St., New York City
WHEN: Wednesday, February 11th at 10:30pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 40/60

ALREADY HAPPENED -- SEE PICS HERE!
WHAT: VFILES After Party
EXPECT: Kids who look like they came from cyber space -- by way of the '90s -- will dance around to DJ sets by A-Trak, DJ Hoodboi and other special guests. If previous seasons are indication, the party will be packed -- and very turnt up.
WHERE: Space Ibiza, 637 W. 50th St., New York City
WHEN: Wednesday, February 11th at 9pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 30/70

THURSDAY

ALREADY HAPPENED -- SEE PICS HERE!
WHAT: NYNY Fashion Week Kick-Off Party With Makonnen & the Timo Weiland After Party
EXPECT: A glamorous hodgepodge of fashion editors, models, designers, hip-hop heads, socials, DJs and random party kids will head to Up&Down to toast Timo Weiland's Fall collection and catch a set by rapper Makonnen. Too bad the party's not on a Tuesday. 
WHERE: Up&Down, 244 W. 14th St., New York City
WHEN: Thursday, February 12th at 10pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 45/55

ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Westbrook Frames Launch Party
EXPECT: Oklahoma City Thunder champ and best-dressed player in the NBA, Russell Westbrook, celebrates his limited-edition sunglasses collaboration with JackThreads with a party in a Soho townhouse. Kanye consigliere and Off-White designer, Virgil Abloh, will be DJing and treats will come courtesy of cronut guru Dominique Ansel.
WHERE: 214 Lafayette St., New York City
WHEN: Thursday, February 12th from 9pm-midnight
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 40/60

ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: MADMAUS NYFW Party
EXPECT: Rising designer Christopher Lee Sauvé shows off his special collab with nightlife queen Amy Sacco at her venue No. 8. If the invite is anything to go by, there'll be lots of cute kids in mouse ear hats, a nod to Sauvé's 'MADMAUS' collection.
WHERE: No. 8, 357 W. 16th St., New York City
WHEN: Thursday, February 12th at midnight
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 50/50

ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Jonathan Simkhai After Party
EXPECT: Models, editors, bloggers and fans of Simkhai's athletically-inclined, feminine designs will head to the Electric Room to raise a glass to his Fall collection.
WHERE: Electric Room at the Dream Downtown, 355 W. 16th St., New York City
WHEN: Thursday, February 12th at 9pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 50/50

ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Essential Homme's NYFW Party
EXPECT: Cute boys and the girls (and boys) who love them will celebrate the magazine's spring fashion issue with a party featuring music by Twin Shadow, Angel + Dren and a surprise performance. Last season's special guest was Ja Rule, FYI. 
WHERE: Gansevoort Meatpacking Rooftop, 18 Ninth Ave., New York City
WHEN: Thursday, February 12th at 9:30pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 35/65


ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Creatures of the Wind After Party
EXPECT: The CFDA Award-winning designers will celebrate their Fall collection with a party at East Village tiki bar, Otto's Shrunken Head.
WHERE: Otto's Shrunken Head, 538 East 14th St., New York City
WHEN: Thursday, February 12th from 9pm-1am
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 45/55

ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Todd Snyder After Party
EXPECT: Brookyn psych-pop band The Midnight Hollow will perform at a party celebrating the menswear designer's Fall collection.
WHERE: BonBonniere, 92 Ludlow St., New York City
WHEN: Thursday, February 12th from 9pm-11pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 50/50

ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: ONE.1 Mens NYFW Party
EXPECT: Really, really ridiculously good-looking male models will take a break from their catwalk duties when One Management throws them a party at Gold Bar.
WHERE: Goldbar, 389 Broome St., New York City
WHEN: Thursday, February 12th from 9pm-11pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 60/40

FRIDAY


EXPECT: Models, socials, editors and other fans of Max Osterweis and Erin Beatty's cult label will gather at No. 8 to celebrate the new collection.  
WHERE: Electric Room at the Dream Downtown, 355 W. 16th St., New York City
WHEN: Friday, February 13th from 11pm-4am
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 40/60

EXPECT: Head to the former home of CBGBs -- now John Varvatos' Bowery boutique -- for the designer's after party and a special surprise performance that begins at 9pm. If his previous campaign collaborations, which have included the likes of Willie Nelson, KISS and Iggy Pop, are anything to go by, the concert should be pretty awesome.   
WHERE: 315 Bowery, New York City
WHEN: Friday, February 13th at 8pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 50/50

EXPECT: Brand new publication SUITED celebrates its launch with a party in collaboration with non-profit Stand For Education, which promotes education in South Sudan. The pairing isn't incidental -- the glossy's debut issue includes a big feature on South Sudanese models Mari Malek, Mari Agory, Nykhor Paul and Atong Arjok, all of whom are advocates for their home country.   
WHERE: Dune Studios, 121 Varick St., 7th Floor, New York City
WHEN: Friday, February 13th from 8pm-11pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 50/50

ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Barneys New York Hosts a Cocktail Party In Honor of Russell Westbrook
EXPECT: Before he takes the court at tge All-Star game, NBA star -- and budding eyewear designer -- Russell Westbrook will celebrate with Barneys New York.  
WHERE: Gramercy Park Hotel Terrace, 2 Lexington Ave., New York City
WHEN: Friday, February 13th from 7pm-10pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 30/70

ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Concept Korea After Party Hosted by Fern Mallis
EXPECT: NYFW founder Fern Mallis hosts this bash for the collective of Korean designers showing at Lincoln Center this season.
WHERE: Le Bain at The Standard, High Line, 848 Washington St., New York City
WHEN: Friday, February 13th from 7pm-9pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 55/45

ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Maybelline & MADE Cocktail Party
EXPECT: Cleveland Cavaliers player JR Smith and model -- and former PAPER Beautiful Person -- Gigi Hadid host the "Tip Off," a chance to celebrate ahead of MADE's two days of fashion presentations and runway shows at Milk Studios on Saturday and Sunday. Jus Ske and Va$htie will provide the night's soundtrack.
WHERE: Milk Penthouse, 450 W. 15th St., New York City
WHEN: Friday, February 13th from 8:30pm-10:30pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 40/60

ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Mongol After Party
EXPECT: Mongolian designer Bayarmaa Bayarkhuu celebrates her new collection for Mongol.
WHERE: Gansevoort Park Avenue, 420 Park Avenue South, New York City
WHEN: Friday, February 13th from 8pm-11pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 50/50

SATURDAY


ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Misha Nonoo Cocktail Party
EXPECT: The rising British designer will celebrate her new collection with a daytime cocktail party at Hôtel Americano.
WHERE: Hôtel Americano, 518 W. 27th St., New York City
WHEN: Saturday, February 14th from 1pm-3pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 50/50

ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Christian Siriano After Party
EXPECT: The designer and former Project Runway winner will celebrate his fall collection at No. 8. Keep an eye out for celebs like Mena Suvari, Christina Hendricks and Selma Blair who are all fans of the label. 
WHERE: No. 8, 357 W. 16th St., New York City
WHEN: Saturday, February 14th from 9pm-midnight
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 45/55

ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Galore's Fashion Week Love Ball
EXPECT: Playing double-duty as a fashion part and Valentine's Day bash, the model zine/agency's bash at Up&Down will feature a performance by rising R&B singer Justine Skye and a "very special surprise guest." Leatherwear designer -- and former PAPER Beautiful Person -- Zana Bayne will play host so expect to see lots of cute couples in matching leather harnesses.
WHERE: Up&Down, 244 W. 14th St., New York City
WHEN: Saturday, February 14th from 9pm-11pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 60/40

SUNDAY

ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Carmelo Anthony and Dom Pérignon's Lights Out Party
EXPECT: Fashion people getting a Sunday night second-wind will rub shoulders with basketball fans, NBA players, and celebrities at this All-Star game after party hosted by Carmelo Anthony and Dom Pérignon. Swizz Beatz will be DJing. 
WHERE: Gilded Lily, 408 W. 15th St., New York City
WHEN: Sunday, February 15 at 11pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 25/75


ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Public School & Prabal Gurung After Party
EXPECT: Two white-hot labels teaming up to throw down at the Diamond Horseshoe means that this is gonna be the place to hobnob with all the fashion A-listers. We can only hope that an Editorial Director or top model gets up and dances on the club's catwalk.
WHERE: The Diamond Horseshoe, 235 W. 46th St., New York City
WHEN: Sunday, February 15 at 10:30pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 30/70


ALREADY HAPPENED -- SEE PHOTOS HERE!
WHAT: Opening Ceremony After Party
EXPECT: The Cool Person favorite will host their after party at the newly re-christened Happy Ending.
WHERE: Happy Ending, 302 Broome St., New York City
WHEN: Sunday, February 15 from 10pm-3am
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 25/75


ALREADY HAPPENED
WHAT: Yigal Azrouël After Party
EXPECT: The designer celebrates his new collection with a party featuring a special performance by Danish singer-songwriter Oh Land.
WHERE: Subrosa, 63 Gansevoort, New York City
WHEN: Sunday, February 15 from 9pm-11pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 40/60

MONDAY

WHAT: Italia Independent Celebrates the Opening of its First US Boutique
EXPECT: One of Italy's most dashing eligible bachelors, Lapo Elkann, hosts this soirée for Italian eyewear and apparel brand Italia Independent. The Misshapes and Kitty Cash will be DJing and there'll be a live painting performance by artist Bradley Theodore. 
WHERE: New Museum Skyroom, 235 Bowery, New York City
WHEN: Monday, February 16 from 8pm-11pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 40/60

WHAT: Street Level Culture x The Mirror Cube present "Off Web"
EXPECT: Creative platform Street Level Culture partners up with new nightlife listings curation site, The Mirror Cube, to host a music showcase featuring performances by Princess Nokia and KeithCharles Spacebar and other special surprise guests.     
WHERE: 54 Varick St., New York City
WHEN: Monday, February 16 at 9pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 55/45

TUESDAY

WHAT: Rodarte After Party
EXPECT: Rodarte's Kate and Laura Mulleavy will celebrate their collection with a party that's likely to attract gobs of starlets and socials who are fans of the label. 
WHERE: The Jane, 133 Jane St., New York City
WHEN: Tuesday, February 17 at 10pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 30/70

WHAT: This Is New York: Volume 4
EXPECT: With a live performance by Kindness and DJ sets by Twin Shadow, Dev Hynes, Illuminati Ams, and Florencia Garcia, the fashion crowd will get treated to some quality tunes.  
WHERE:  The Studios at Tribeca Grand, Church & Walker Sts., New York City
WHEN: Tuesday, February 17 from 10pm-late
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 40/60

WHAT: Harbison After Party
EXPECT: Join the two-year-old brand as it celebrates its fall collection with a party at newish Chelsea "semiprivate clubhouse," The Leonora.  
WHERE:  The Leonora, 525 W. 29th St., New York City
WHEN: Tuesday, February 17 from 8pm-10pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 45/55

WHAT: Baja East After Party
EXPECT: Celebrate with the buzzy designers -- and former PAPER Beautiful People -- following their fall show.
WHERE: 'Snob' Rooftop Lounge at Hôtel Americano, 518 W. 27th St., New York City
WHEN: Wednesday, February 18 from 9:30pm-1am
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 50/50

WHAT: Narciso Rodriguez After Party
EXPECT: The beloved womenswear designer celebrates his fall collection with a party at the Gramercy Park Hotle.
WHERE: Gramercy Terrace at the Gramercy Park Hotel, 2 Lexington Ave., New York City
WHEN: Wednesday, February 18 from 9:30pm-12:30am
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 35/65

WHAT: Office Magazine's NYFW Party
EXPECT: Brand-new fashion magazine, Office, hosts a fashion week party with a performance by Cunt Mafia (aka Contessa Stuto & Co.) at The Hole. 
WHERE: The Hole, 312 Bowery, New York City
WHEN: Tuesday, February 17 from 7pm-11pm
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 50/50

WHAT: Hardware LDN x Fig & Viper NYFW Party
EXPECT: Two international streetwear brands -- London's Hardware LDN and Japan's Fig & Viper -- join forces for a bash at newish West Village pub Game. 
WHERE: Game, 248 W. 14th St., New York City
WHEN: Tuesday, February 17 from 9pm-midnight
RSVP: Invite Only
ODDS YOU'LL BE ABLE TO SNEAK IN: 60/40