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Modern Vintage

Monday, November 1st, 2010

In my opinion, there’s no better way to spend a fall afternoon than hunting for vintage treasures—and lots of ‘em. On Sunday, October 24, I was one of hundreds who browsed the monstrous selection of one-of-a-kind accessories and trinkets at Modern Vintage, a semi-annual, two-day shopping event. This event was housed in a two-story warehouse of jewelry, handbags, clothes, furs, home accoutrements and more from vendors that ventured to Chicago from around the country. Situated in the West Loop, Modern Vintage was like rummaging through your grandmother’s closet. That is, if she owned an unbeatable collection of Chanel bags, glitzy costume jewelry, intricately beaded tunics and rare Louis Vuitton Trunks—all the hand-me-downs you can’t wait to get your hands on. I found accessories to complete outfits, new designer bags to add to a collection and garments from decades past that are fantastically still relevant today.

Written and photographed by Leslie Garry

Tags: Chanel, Chicago Fashion Events, Chicago Shopping, Louis Vuitton, Modern Vintage, Vintage
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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 – 3^rd 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 2^nd 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

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Fashion Explosion

Sunday, October 18th, 2009

If you weren’t at the Modern Vintage Chicago Fall Fashion and Jewels Explosion this weekend, I’m sorry to say, but you missed out. The event was so massive, it took three days (Friday-Sunday) and 26,000 square feet to get the job done. Vendors from Chicago and around the country set up shop on the second floor of the West Loop warehouse-like space, where shoppers could spend hours sifting through the amazingly diverse selection.

Costume Jewelry

Modern Vintage did a seamless job of fusing two commonly separate events: vintage shopping and contemporary designer shopping. The vintage collection included clothing, estate and costume jewelry, handbags, shoes, hats, belts and scarves, which kept me shopping for days (literally, I was there Friday and Sunday!). There were mid-century, Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Victorian items as well as ‘60s and ‘70s designer treasures, such as Halston, Chanel, Hermès, YSL, Oscar de la Renta, Pucci and Dior.

Modern Vintage Shopping

Swaby

If you’re not into used goods, The Indie Designer Selection featured contemporary clothing, jewelry, bags, shoes, hats, belts and scarves that would have introduced you to some new talent and added to your wardrobe. Even local designers, including Swaby (see black handbag above), Heidi Hess and Double Stitch, got in on the action.

Thankfully, if you weren’t in attendance this weekend, you’ve got another chance. Modern Vintage will host its second event in April, so be sure to set aside the weekend and make up for lost time.

For more information, visit modernvintagechicago.com.

By Meghan Turner

Photography by Chelcie S. Porter

Tags: Chicago Fashion, Chicago Shopping, Events, Modern Vintage
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