On May 8, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) held the 81st edition of its annual student fashion show, THE WALK at Millenium Park’s Chase Promenade. The event raised more than $500,000 to support SAIC’s fashion program and student scholarships and was attended by over 1,500 people. Student designers pushed the limitations …
On April 2, the Chicago Fashion Foundation held its eighth annual fashion show and design competition, titled “A City Within a City,” at the Chicago Cultural Center. This year, the competition required fashion design students to create a look inspired by the Merchandise Mart. Fourteen competitors from Columbia College Chicago, Harper College and the School …
When talk of fall fashion starts up, I immediately think of one thing: leather. This time around was no different and it appears that I’m not the only one with leather on the brain. August Getty‘s fall collection dominated the runway, offering designs that would rival the most experienced fashion veterans. At only 20 years …
On September 12 and 13, Macy’s on State Street displayed live fashion shows at 10am, 12pm and 4pm. The fashion show was in the store windows on the corner of Randolph and State allowing pedestrians and fashionistas the chance to watch live models as they were strolled along the Chicago streets. The Chicago Fashion Incubator …
Every third Thursday of the month ROOF Runway at theWit plays host to a night of fashion. On July 17th the runway featured the Shops at North Bridge. All are welcome and among who attend are the fashion elite and enthusiasts of Chicago. While heavy beats were spun by the DJ and the drinks and …
