SAIC Presents the Next Generation of Fashion Designers at THE WALK 2015

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 …

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Diane Pernet Special Appearance At Gallery Aesthete In Chicago

Last Thursday evening a cocktail reception was held at Gallery Aesthete for Diane Pernet, the fashion world’s first blogger, renowned fashion critic and video journalist. She was in Chicago to receive the SAIC’s 2015 Legend of Fashion Award at THE WALK, a fashion show gala benefit supporting student scholarships at the School of the Art Institute …

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Chicago Fashion Foundation: A City Within a City Fashion Show and Design Competition

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 …

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The School of the Art Institute Chicago Presents: FASHION 2011

The School of the Art Institute Chicago (SAIC) has one of the most renown fashion programs in the country, boasting an impressive alumni list that includes: Halston, Cynthia Rowley, Lawrence Steele, J. Morgan Puett, Eunwha Kim, Maria Pinto, Gary Graham and Matthew Ames. Known for their emphasis on concept and embracing of the avant-garde, there’s …

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