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Tuesday night was the premiere of the Chicago Fashion Incubator 2010 Designers In Residence as well as the opening of the Chicago Fashion Incubator Pop Uo Store on the 5th Floor of The 900 Shops at 900 N. Michigan Avenue. Many came out to support the first two classes of CFI designers, as well as the six new designers chosen for the third year of the program.
The designers will be given the opportunity to learn the economics, marketing and merchandising of fashion from industry experts as well as mentors from Macy’s and the broader fashion community. We were happy to meet the new women's fashion designers.
Leah Fagan: Fagan's PELOTON line features a easy, comfortable performance separates able to transform from casual to formal. Using her hectic daily experiences from Columbia College, she used that as inspiration to create these everyday pieces.
Stephanie Kuhr: Dottie's Designs is a lingerie line that is so versatile, it can be worn under clothes or as a standout piece. Her look is inspired by the old Burlesque girl.
Christina Fan: Ms. Fan created C/Fan, a mix between tailored inspired details and feminine qualities.
Miriam Cecilia Carlson: M.C.C. created designs draped and manipulated fabrics, inspired by the beauty and calmness of nature, as well as the hustle and bustle of the city.
Donaldo Smith – Killian Gui is a contemporary menswear brand that masters the blend of elegant business attire with modern casual wear.
Jonnie Rettele – Nonnie Threads is a result of early-mid 1900's inspiration, merged with a modern semblance.
Don't miss the 2010 New
Designer Trunk Show this Saturday,
March 20th, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. Meet the designers, place custom orders and wear custom pieces!
Many designers from the last few CFI classes were also there to represent their collections which are available for sale in the Pop Up Shop. They all have gained considerable recognition in the last few years. The Pop-Up Shop on the fifth level of The 900 Shops located at 900 N. Michigan Ave. will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. each Thursday through Saturday and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays. Don't miss the special trunk shows and presentations!
The Pop-up Shop
Jess Audey – 2009 Class
Anna Hovet – 2009 Class
Kate of Kate Boggiano – 2008 class
Yana German of Yana Collection – 2008 class
Kristen Hassan – 2008 class (yes – expecting a baby!)
Pop Up Shop Schedule:
March:
Thursday, 18th, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. – Furio Fall/Winter 2010 Collection Launch
Saturday, 20th, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. – Cynthia Ryba Trunk show
Saturday, 20th, 12 p.m. to 8 p.m. – 2010 New Designer Trunk Show
Sunday, 21st, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. – Afternoon Tea & Dresses Showcasing Audey's Fall 2010 Collection
Friday, 26th, 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. – Anna Hovet Fall 2010 Fashion Show
Saturday, 27th, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. – Zamrie Spring 2010 Trunk Show
Every Friday come get fitted for a custom Kate Boggiano shirt!
April:
Saturday, 3rd, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. – Nora del Busto Trunk Show & Champagne Reception
Thursday, 8th, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. – Kristin Hassan Summer 2010 Show & Event
Friday, 9th, 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. – Yana Collection Trunk Show Fall 2010
Saturday, 10th, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. – Evil Kitty Trunk Show
Thursday, 15th, 12 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. – Agga B Trunk Show
Saturday, 17th, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. – Anna Hovet Trunk Show
Every Friday come get fitted for a custom Kate Boggiano shirt!
Store hours: The retail store will be open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. each Thursday through Saturday and 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Sundays through Saturday, April 18th.
All other photos: Second City Style
900 n Michigan not south! 🙂