Get ready to kick those frost-bitten January blues as we race into wet & stylish February when The Curio will be there to bring together Chicago’s most stylish for a night to celebrate one another and another year of rising Chicago fashion!

Join us for a special Trunk Show featuring The Blue Passion and YASOU. Meet designer Dunja Cicek and skincare founder Terry Ntovas, enjoy bubbly and Royce’ chocolates, and create your own dried flower bouquet. A perfect day for self-care and Valentine’s or Galentine’s shopping.

An after-dark creative studio experience with love-themed, editorial photo setups, with your friends from the community, and effortless industry social networking.

Swap, sip, and style sustainably at Venteux Café with stylist Andre Wilson. Bring 5–10 gently worn pieces, enjoy complimentary styling, and extended happy hour wine specials. Free to attend.

An evening to connect, share, and discuss upcoming events while strengthening support for Chicago’s vintage community. Join fellow creatives for conversation, collaboration, and community.

This great fashion show at the magnificent Chicago Symphony Orchestra returns. Opportunity to sit on stage with the musicians and where fashion show occurs.

Soft-launch celebration of new Randa Rose App, featuring an exclusive fashion show with lingerie & custom pieces to be showcased at Tunnel Chicago by Curio alum.

Special Evening Previewing NICZKA by Tania Mackey’s newest mini-collection along with an inventory sale. Wine will be served.

This deeply inspiring and immersive exhibition takes you behind the seams of Paul Tazewell’s creative journey — tracing the artistry, imagination and craftsmanship that inspired the creation of iconic costumes from the blockbuster sensation Wicked to Broadway's Hamilton to Steven Spielberg's West Side Story and more.

Lé Bump and The Juncture present our first ever Winter Market at @spotexclamationpoint on Saturday, January 17 featuring secondhand clothing, jewelry, and camera vendors as well as live DJs, food and coffee, and live tattoos 🍻

Join us at our retail location for our winter collection release party! And then pieces will be available via online the following day.

The girlies and I are getting together for a closet sale!! We’ll have 5 girlies selling gently used and new clothing, all ready to find a new home. * Many items will be priced at $10 or less

The Curio will be announcing 2026 Programming in late December…stay tuned!

Shop unique, fair trade gifts at the Fair Trade Holiday Pop Up in Chicago, featuring eco-friendly products from over 25 local businesses. Find everything from gourmet treats to cozy apparel and home décor, all while supporting ethical practices and global communities.

Join the Costume Council for an afternoon of light bites, festive cocktails, and gift-worthy raffle baskets.

Join us for the Bella Otér Grand Opening on December 6th! Experience an evening of sensory design, captivating visuals, and delightful tastes as we celebrate the launch of this exciting new space at 1017 Davis Street. Don’t miss this unforgettable event!

Join us for the AFROINTL Fashion Show in Chicago on November 30th, celebrating African and international fashion. Experience innovative designs, captivating performances, and networking with the city's fashion community. A must-attend event for fashion lovers and industry professionals alike.

See and shop the best Black Friday sales of Chicago fashion designers and local Chicago boutiques this week!

Experience the "Not For Profit" VIP Fashion Show at MEM-O on November 22nd. Enjoy an exclusive presentation of Raj Patel’s newest Karmic Couture collection and a special walk highlighting the "Not For Profit" shirts, raising awareness about human trafficking. Limited to 150 tickets.

Venetian Veil is a white-tie masked evening fusing runway, mystery, and immersive performance. For one night only, Carnivale Chicago transforms into a dreamlike masquerade of fashion, art, and technology. Guests will experience four designer runway segments, live performances by dancers and mentalists, real-time interactive shopping, and sensory installations in a setting draped with velvet and gold. Masks are required, elegance is expected, and nothing will be quite as it seems.

Black is Gold: Culture Xchange 2025 celebrates the boldness of Black culture and the vibrance of Latino heritage on one dynamic runway in Chicago. Presented by People of Culture in collaboration with mHUB and AIBI, this unforgettable fashion event highlights local talent, creativity, and community. Enjoy fashion, food, drinks, and free parking — all while supporting a great cause.

Celebrate life, culture, and purpose at the Day of the Dead Fashion Show—a vibrant evening of bold fashion, heartfelt tributes, and community impact in support of Latino youth empowerment.