Fashion & Conversation
Begin the day in an independent Black woman-owned boutique, where personal style, discovery, and conversation set the tone for what follows.
You’re invited
A Day of
Style, Culture
& Connection
A private, curated day of fashion, food, music, and conversation in New York.
Friday, October 9, 2026 · New York City · Sold Out
SOLD OUT! Demand exceeded our expectations, and every spot is now filled. Join the waitlist to be notified if an opening becomes available.
“A little style. A long lunch. Jazz after dark.”
Our Kind of New York
Something too special
to open broadly.
Every once in awhile, an experience comes together that feels too special to open broadly.
This October, Sydney Stinson Ferguson of Life Styled by Syd and David McKnight of McKnight Image Lab, invite you to join a small circle of discerning guests in New York for a private day of style, culture, food, music, and conversation.
This is not networking, and it is not a shopping trip. It is a thoughtfully curated, culture-forward day for people who appreciate personal style, beautiful spaces, great food, emerging talent, and genuine connection.
“Our Kind of New York.”
A Beautiful Long Lunch
Gather around the table for a beautiful, unhurried lunch inspired by the African diaspora.
A Private Fashion Experience
Continue the afternoon with private access to one of New York’s most exciting new fashion destinations.
Jazz After Dark
As evening arrives, settle in for live jazz from a gifted young artist whose career is just beginning.
Why this day is different
Not a tour. Not networking.
Something more personal.
Every part of the day has been selected with intention, from the independent voices represented in the morning to the meal, the fashion, and the emerging artist who will close the evening. With only 10 guests, the day leaves room for personal attention, spontaneous conversation, and genuine connection.
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Thoughtfully Curated
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Intentionally Intimate
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Culture Forward
Your Hosts
Two distinct perspectives,
one memorable New York day.
Creator of Life Styled by Syd
Sydney Stinson Ferguson
Sydney Stinson Ferguson is the creator of Life Styled by Syd, a joyful approach to living well through color, confidence, and intention. Her work brings together personal style, meaningful rituals, beautiful surroundings, and a belief that joy should be part of everyday life.
Meet Sydney
Certified Image Consultant, Executive Coach, and Author
David McKnight
David McKnight is a certified image consultant, executive coach, and author who helps accomplished professionals use personal style and executive presence with greater clarity and intention. His work combines a lifelong interest in style with decades of corporate and consulting experience.
Meet DavidTen Spots · One day
Your Place
at the Table
This inaugural experience is intentionally limited to 10 guests so the day can remain personal, relaxed, and thoughtfully hosted.
- Date
- Friday, October 9, 2026
- Experience
- Full day · New York City
- Capacity
- Limited to 10 guests
- Ticket
- Sold Out
SOLD OUT! Demand exceeded our expectations, and every spot is now filled. Join the waitlist to hear if an opening becomes available, or be first to hear about the next experience.
Exact meeting locations and arrival details will be provided to confirmed guests.Questions before purchasing?What is A Day of Style, Culture & Connection?+
It is a privately curated full-day New York experience bringing together fashion, food, culture, live music, and conversation. The day is hosted by Sydney Stinson Ferguson of Life Styled by Syd and David McKnight of McKnight Image Lab and is intentionally limited to 10 guests.
Is this a networking event?+
No. While you will naturally meet interesting people, the day is not organized around networking, business cards, pitches, or formal introductions. It is designed to create genuine connection through shared experiences and conversation.
Is this a shopping trip?+
No. Fashion is part of the experience, but purchasing merchandise is entirely optional. The emphasis is on discovery, personal style, cultural perspective, and enjoying the day.
Who is this experience designed for?+
It is designed for adults who appreciate personal style, beautiful spaces, thoughtful food, live music, cultural discovery, and intimate gatherings. You do not need to work in fashion or consider yourself especially fashionable.
How many guests will attend?+
Attendance is intentionally limited to 10 guests.
The waitlist
Stay Close to
What’s Next
Every spot has been claimed. Join the waitlist to hear if an opening becomes available, and receive early notice of the next experiences curated by Sydney and David.
A continuing series
More Experiences to Come
October’s New York day is fully booked. The next experience is taking shape — join the list to help choose where we gather next.
New York
October 9, 2026 · Sold Out
Miami
Under Consideration
A New City
To Be Announced