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Fashion Events This Weekend
Thursday, December 2nd, 2010
One of a Kind Show and Sale at Merchandise Mart (222 Merchandise Mart Plaza)
The fabulous One of a Kind Show and Sale Chicago is back just in time for the holiday shopping season. Stop by the massive exhibition at the Merchandise Mart throughout the weekend. Visit their website for maps, exhibitor information, designer listing, and much more.
Cerato Boutique Designer Series (3451 N Southport Avenue)
From 6 to 8pm, stop by Cerato Boutique and join designer Kristin Hassan for the official kick-off of Cerato’s 12 Days of Shopping. Sip holiday cocktails with Kristin and enjoy 15% off her holiday collection for one night only.
UNEARTHED Fashion Show at No Notion Gallery (1542 N Milwaukee Avenue)
Illinois Institute of Art designers Carmen McGhee and Aris Sergakis present the UNEARTHED Fashion Show. The night begins at 7pm carrying an art gallery and ends with a runway show of original work from 15 student designers.
Cerato Boutique Designer Series (3451 N Southport Avenue)
Stop by from 10am to 6pm and join designer Elise Bergman for Cerato’s 12 Days of Shopping Designer Series. Customer will receive a free gift ($75 retail value) with a purchase of $300 or more.
Tags: Cerato Boutique, Chicago Fashion, Chicago Fashion Events, Chicago Shopping, Elise Bergman, Kristin Hassan, One of a Kind Show and Sale, UNEARTHED Fashion Show
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Fashion Focus Chicago 2010
Friday, October 15th, 2010
Sunday 10/17
Fashioning Desire at City Gallery (Water Tower, 806 N Michigan Avenue)
Now through the end of January 2011, stop by Fashioning Desire: Chicago Fashion Photographers. Chicago’s lively and diverse fashion photography scene will be on display, featuring the work of nine local photographers.
Tuesday 10/19
The Designers of the Chicago Fashion Incubator at Millennium Park (201 E Randolph Street)
Kick off Fashion Focus Chicago 2010 at 7:30pm in Millennium Park. Macy’s hosts the first event of the week: a showcase of 14 CFI designers-in-residence along with a runway show of Spring 2011 collections. Admission is free, but RSVP is required.
Wednesday 10/20
Wave of Fashion Runway Show at Millennium Park (Chase Promenade North – 201 E Randolph Street)
The winner of the third annual Mario, Make Me a Model contest will be revealed beginning at 7:30pm. Each of the five finalists will walk the runway wearing local designs. The winner will be selected and announced by Mario Tricoci himself. Admission is free, but RSVP is required.
Life of Two Fairies Runway Show at The Drake Hotel (Palmer Room – 140 E Walton Place)
Starting at 9pm, Borris Powell will present his Spring 2011 womenswear collection, “Life of Two Fairies.” The collection is inspired by a legend of two fairies falling in love despite coming from different backgrounds. Tickets are still available so purchase yours now.
Thursday 10/21
Dress Code at Millennium Park (Chase Promenade North – 201 E Randolph Street)
Students from some of Chicago’s top design schools will showcase their pieces at Dress Code beginning at 7pm. Top student from Columbia College Chicago, The Illinois Institute of Art, The International Academy of Design & Technology, and the School of the Art Institute of Chicago will take part. Tickets are still available so purchase yours now.
Make a Statement: Design for the Cure at River East Arts Gallery (435 E Illinois Street)
Beginning at 6:30pm, this high-energy fashion show and cocktail party will feature designs from some of the city’s best designers. This event is the AIDS Foundation of Chicago Junior Board of Director’s signature event aimed to raise awareness amongst Chicagoans. Tickets are still available so purchase yours now.
Accessory Style Lounge at the Hard Rock Hotel Chicago (Lounge Bar – 230 N Michigan Avenue)
From 3 to 6pm, Studio-808 presents the first ever Accessory Style Lounge. This event will showcase Fall 2010 and Spring 2011 accessory lines from a select list of emerging Chicago brands. Admission is free, but RSVP is required.
Chicago Fabric and Trim Show at the Merchandise Mart (350 N Orleans Street)
From 9am to 5pm, the Chicago Fabric and Trime Show is back for two days only. Up to 500 buyers from across the country will be in attendance along with over 100 national fabric and trim resources. Admission is free but RSVP required.
Friday 10/22
The Art of Fashion 2010 at Millennium Park (Chase Promenade North – 201 E Randolph Street)
Join StyleChicago.com at 7:30pm for the finale of Fashion Focus 2010: The Art of Fashion 2010 Runway Show. The event will feature Spring 2011 collection from many of Chicago’s best designers such as Elda de la Rosa, Lara Miller, Lauren Lein, Borris Powell, Paul Sisti, and much more. Tickets are still available so purchase yours now.
Fashion Relief Fashion Show at Creative Lounge (1564 N Damen Avenue – 3rd Floor)
The not-for-profit, Fashion Relief Fashion Show and silent auction gives exposure to new talent and donates all proceeds to the Gulf Relief Foundation. Door open at 7pm, and the show begins at 8pm. Tickets are still available so purchase yours now.
Chicago Fabric and Trim Show at the Merchandise Mart (350 N Orleans Street)
From 9am to 4pm, the Chicago Fabric and Trim Show is back for two days only. Up to 500 buyers from across the country will be in attendance along with over 100 national fabric and trim resources. Admission is free but RSVP required.
Saturday 10/23
FashionChicago 2010 at Millennium Park (Chase Promenade North – 201 E Randolph Street)
From 10am to 6pm, join StyleChicago.com at FashionChicago 2010, an exclusive designer shopping event. The fashion event at Chase Promenade North will be transformed into a one-of-a-kind designer shopping event featuring more than 30 of the best designers. Admission is free but RSVP is required.
Fall Fashion and Jewelry Explosion at Plumber’s Hall (1340 W Washington Street)
The popular Modern Vintage shopping event is back for the fall from 10am to 5pm. Find the very best clothing, handbags, accessories, and more. Tickets are still available so purchase yours now.
Elise Bergman Trunk Show at Roslyn Boutique (2035 N Damen Avenue)
Chicago designer Elise Bergman will have a trunk show from 11am to 7pm at Rosyln Boutique. Enjoy live music while shopping, refreshments, and exclusive discounts on custom order from the Fall and Holiday 2010 Collection.
Irregular, a Fashion Homage by Renovar at Heaven Gallery (1550 N Milwaukee Aveue)
From 8pm to 10pm, Alma Wieser, creator of Renovar, will pay homage to the great Japanese designers of the late 20th century at Heaven Gallery. The fashion show will highlight the revolutionary works from the late 60s to the present.
Sunday 10/24
Vert Couture: Sexy and Sustainable at Mercedes Benz of Chicago (1520 W North Avenue)
Join Conscious Living TV, LEED-certified Mercedes Benz of Chicago, and Chicago Gateway Green at 4:30pm for the 2nd Annual Vert Couture Eco-Fashion Show. The event will showcase the Spring and Summer 2011 lines of some of the biggest and best eco-designers in Chicago such as Modahnik, 71 Jules, Bryant McLemore Smith, Manny B Jewelry, Fanta Celah, Mohop Shoes, Kailia Footwear, and more. Tickets are still available so purchase yours now.
Fall Fashion and Jewelry Explosion at Plumber’s Hall (1340 W Washington Street)
The popular Modern Vintage shopping event is back for the fall from 10am to 3pm. Find the very best clothing, handbags, accessories, and more. Tickets are still available so purchase yours now.
Image courtesy of Billy Rood Photography
Tags: Accessory Style Lounge, Chicago Fabric and Trim Show, Chicago Fashion, Chicago Fashion Events, Chicago Fashion Incubator, Chicago Shopping, Dress Code, Elise Bergman, Fall Fashion and Jewelry Explosion, Fashion Focus Chicago 2010, Fashion Relief Fashion Show, FashionChicago 2010, Fashioning Desire: Chicago Fashion Photography, Irregular Fashion Homage, Life of Two Fairies Runway Show, Make a Statement: Design for the Cure, Modern Vintage, Roslyn Boutique, The Art of Fashion 2010, Vert Couture, Vert Couture Eco-Fashion Show, Wave of Fashion Runway Show
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FashionChicago 2010
Wednesday, April 28th, 2010
You know that feeling when you walk into a boutique, and you’re offered a cocktail? That “Oh, I’m really going to like this store” feeling. I mean, who doesn’t love a little liquid spending courage when considering a purchase? Well, tomorrow at FashionChicago 2010, an intimate event that joins local designers under one roof, you’ll be able to party hardy and spend some hard-earned cash. From 5-9pm at an 8,000-square-foot gallery space (233 W Huron Street), you’ll find an impressive collection of Chicago fashion and jewelry designers, such as Blake Standard, K. Amato, Lara Miller, JLee Silver, Kate Boggiano, Vaute Couture, Heidi Hess, Objets d’ Envy, Yana Collection, Jess Audey, Borris Powell, Zamrie, Nora del Busto, Horacio Nieto, Elise Bergman, Brynn Capella, Shernett Swaby, and more. For your drinking pleasure, beverages will be provided by HobNob Wines and X-Rated Fusion Liqueur, while hors d’oeuvres will be brought in from Nacional 27 and RA Sushi.
Tickets are only $25 for VIP Tickets (including a goodie bag) and $15 for general admission. Reserve tickets here.
By Meghan Turner
Image courtesy of StyleChicago.com
Tags: Blake Standard, Borris Powell, Brynn Capella, Chicago Designers, Chicago Fashion Events, Chicago Shopping, Elise Bergman, FashionChicago 2010, Heidi Hess, Horacio Nieto, Jess Audey, JLee Silver, K.Amato, Kate Boggiano, Lara Miller, Nora del Busto, Objets d' Envy, Shernett Swaby, StyleChicago.com, Vaute Couture, Yana Collection, ZAMRIE
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