The Costume Council is excited to recognize and show their appreciation for Chicago’s most stylish men - which includes The Curio’s Ian Gerard this year!

Join us at the historic Walnut Room for an evening of fun and fashion as we celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Awards.

Join us for an afternoon fireside chat with Federico Marchetti, the visionary founder of YOOX and former Chairman/CEO of YOOX NET-A-PORTER Group-the world’s leading online fashion empire.

The Curio teams up with elite Chicago fashion designer AZEEZA to present a Sip & Shop focused on an the special archival sale of items in limited supply and no longer in production, along with other sale items, and her newest pieces.

Join us for Night 1 of the World Fashion Festival — a cultural and fashion-forward evening honoring the legacy of Flamenco and Spanish design. This immersive event fuses tradition with runway glamour in a fundraiser for Ensemble Español Spanish Dance Theater.

Join us for VIP Night at KHOI on September 19 from 6–9 PM at 2128 Damen Ave, Chicago. Be the first to shop the exclusive ANSA bag release and meet the designer, Hayet—founder of KHOI and storyteller behind the brand. Enjoy an evening of fashion, culture, and connection. RSVP now—space is limited!

Celebrate 25 years of Salsa with live dance, cocktails, and bold Latin-inspired runway fashion. Featuring salsa dance performance, vibrant Latin-inspired designer collections, cocktails, community, and celebration

This event is in celebration of Chicago talent. There will be five featured Chicago designers and three vendors, including artists and handmade jewelry artisans.

Sip cocktails, mingle and explore the emerging talent from the city we call home.

Antix is back like never before! PROJECT 4 presents The Re-Inventors! An Antix original short film screening in between designers collections. Cinema gives narrative to the Shows purpose after-all as film foreshadows who you might see down the runway.

See and shop a stunning selection of vintage clothing, jewelry, handbags and accessories, plus exciting housewares and decorative arts from the 1890’s to 2000’s.

Join The Curio for a spectacular kickoff to October’s incredible lineup of Chicago Fall Fashion programming. Taking place at the stunning Garden & Disco floors of Celeste, where the city’s most fabulous will gather to toast the new season.

Discover the artistry of Mayan embroidery in this hands-on cultural workshop during Chicago Fashion Week. Led by master artisans Blanca Itzá and Mildre Ramírez, participants will learn traditional Yucatecan stitches and explore the rich history behind them at the National Museum of Mexican Art.

Step into history at the Charles Gates Dawes House, a National Historic Landmark and former home of the Nobel Peace Prize-winning Vice President. Explore its stunning 25 rooms, including a cherry-paneled library and vaulted dining room, with docent-led and self-guided tours available.

The Curio will partner with Why Not Petites as a marketing partner as they present “The Blueprint" at the magnificent Driehaus Museum featuring 5 Chicago-based designers.

Experience the future of fashion and design at this free one-day exhibition! Featuring a static display of student work and a live model presentation of original garments, this showcase highlights the creativity and talent of emerging designers.

Join us at the Kone Ranger Fall 25’ Fashion Show on October 11! Experience "Reframe," a runway show featuring upcycled, embroidered, and custom garments. After the show, enjoy an after party with drinks, shuffleboard, and exclusive sales of the runway pieces!

The Give A Sh*t Fall 2025 Fashion Show returns Saturday, October 11, bringing together fashion, art, and activism at Chicago Athletic Association’s Stagg Court. Presented by G.A.S. Events and Chicago Votes, this free, youth-led show is more than just a runway — it’s a celebration of culture, community, and civic power. Expect bold looks, powerful messages, and plenty of giveaways. Join the movement!

Explore natural dyeing using locally grown indigo from The Roof Crop, learn traditional shibori techniques, and create a one-of-a-kind t-shirt to take home. This intimate, beginner-friendly workshop is limited to 12 participants—reserve your spot today!

Explore the world of Isabella Blow, the iconic fashion editor and muse who shaped the 1990s London fashion scene. This opening exhibition features artwork inspired by her bold, enigmatic style and lasting influence.

C’mon Out to TYTUS By.Tytus 1st Ever POP UP Shoppin’ Experience Hosted at the Silverroom!

It’s Sustainable COUTURE like you’ve never seen it before!

Join the Moda Digital Clothing Swap on October 11! Bring unlimited items like clothes, shoes, and accessories, swap them for something new, and refresh your wardrobe sustainably. One item = one \$1 ticket!

Step into a world of flashing lights, paparazzi, and glittering crowns - then watch it all unravel into bold runway looks, theatrical performances, and an unforgettable night where glamour collides with grit. We will be paying tribute to Hollywood icons such as the Spice Girls, Marilyn Monroe, Michael Jackson, Barbie and more!

Experience the exclusive debut of Shernett Swaby’s "Braided Opulence" couture collection during Chicago Fashion Week 2025. Held at the SWABY Chicago Atelier, this intimate evening features an immersive runway show, gourmet cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, luxury gift packages, and the first opportunity to commission pieces from the new collection. Limited tickets available.

Kick off Chicago Fashion Week 2025 with Insidious Studios' Runway Experience on Saturday, October 11. Featuring bold collections from emerging local designers, this donation-based fashion show blends the eerie, the elegant, and everything in between. Doors open at 7:45 PM; runway begins at 9. Dress to impress—no casual attire allowed.

Join us for the return of Marché Privé during Chicago Fashion Week on October 12! Discover curated BIPOC local vendors, featuring ready-to-wear collections, luxury vintage, jewelry, and unique accessories. Support Chicago’s creative entrepreneurs in this exclusive pop-up market!

Don’t miss The Chicago Streetwear Expo, presented by A.M. Kollabz—an official Chicago Fashion Week® event. Join artists, sneakerheads, and fashion enthusiasts from across the Midwest for a high-energy pop-up featuring 25–50 streetwear brands, live music, food, and buy/sell/trade opportunities. Come shop, network, and celebrate Chicago’s creative culture.

Explore the artistry and legacy of fashion at Dominican University’s special showcase during Chicago Fashion Week! View historical garments, meet student vendors, and celebrate fashion’s evolution—all for free!

Iconic Chicago designer Stephane St. Jaymes to show his recent collection at an invitation-only private Hyde Park Estate. Open to Curio VIP Members.

Join us for Threaded Stories: A Runway Show of Distinctive Fashion on October 12! Celebrate 12 independent designers and their unique narratives through fashion, enjoy complimentary champagne, and support a great cause with Bundled Blessings Diaper Bank.

Get ready for a fabulous night of fashion at Chicago Fashion Week: Runway for a Cause, where style meets charity in a spectacular fashion show.

Celebrate 20 years of fashion with House of Tres Jolie at the Sophisticated Ignorance Fashion Show & Day Party on Sunday, October 12. Held at Provocateur in Chicago, this high-energy event features runway fashion, cocktails, music, and major Chicago vibes. VIP hour begins at 4 PM, general admission at 5 PM.

Join us for the City of Confidence Fashion Show on October 12 during Chicago Fashion Week! Experience a high-energy, immersive evening of modern streetwear, art, sensory experiences, and a special Pink Runway tribute to honor breast cancer survivors. VIP and General Admission tickets available!

Shoot media group presents The Magni-tude Fashion showcasing some of Chicago's most creative and underrated designers from evening gowns to underwear.

Curio Experience is a marketing partner for the AIBI/FGI Chicago Chicago Fashion Summit . This is a one-day event dedicated to elevating the fashion ecosystem in the Midwest. Through keynotes, sessions, brand showcases, & community activations, the summit brings together designers, creatives, retailers, & innovators to exchange ideas, build networks, and reshape the future of fashion.

Join us for an unforgettable evening at Runway on Rush, a one-night-only Chicago Fashion Week event hosted at Tavern on Rush. As part of the vibrant Monday Ladies Night series, we’ll transform the venue into a stylish runway hotspot featuring Richard Dayhoff’s 2026 Spring/Summer sustainable premium underwear collection. Enjoy a laid-back yet chic runway show, live DJ beats, drink specials, and luxury giveaways, including a pair of signature Christian Louboutin shoes. Don’t miss this exclusive night where fashion, sustainability, and fun collide!

Join Kim Preis, founder of Kim Preis Style, for an exclusive workshop on building the perfect capsule wardrobe. Learn how to create versatile, cohesive outfits with fewer pieces, select quality basics, and align your wardrobe with your lifestyle and budget. Enjoy cocktails, light bites, and a Q&A session—all while receiving an exclusive gift bag.

Join the River North Design District at Altalia Furniture for a panel discussion with Luxe Magazine, JC Licht, and Liason. Designers Filip Makyszk, Nora Schneider, Jennie Bishop, and Jasmin Reese will explore how fashion trends influence interior design, offering insights into the crossover between couture and home styling. Perfect for design enthusiasts and professionals, this event highlights the dynamic relationship between what we wear and how we live.

Join Melissa Beste, Global CEO of AKRIS, and Jacques Agbobly, designer and LVMH semi-finalist, for a panel discussion on "The Business of Fashion: Assessing Now, Looking to the Future." Explore key topics such as branding, supply chain, marketing, and digital innovation while celebrating Chicago’s growing role in the fashion industry. Don’t miss this insightful conversation at the Driehaus Museum’s historic Murphy Auditorium.

Join us for the reFashioning History Designer’s Panel during Chicago Fashion Week at the Evanston History Center. Hear from young Chicagoland designers as they discuss how historic collections influence their contemporary fashion designs. The panel, moderated by Gregory Graham, features finalists from the reFashioning History design competition. Enjoy free admission to the exhibition and the historic Dawes House.

Join us for The Second Shift, a celebration of South Asian multi-hyphenate artists who channel their creativity after hours. Explore how tradition and innovation thrive as we spotlight dance, singing, literature, and design, honoring the balance between profession and passion.

​Rewoven is a fashion show spotlighting the most forward-thinking talents in sustainable design and fashion technology.

A unique behind-the-scenes tour of Chicago’s largest fair trade fashion business with Chicago Fair Trade's Conscious Closet Club!

Join us for Sunflower Serenade, a fashion mixer celebrating gratitude, community, and creativity. This event unites Chicago’s fashion innovators with eco-conscious styling lessons, a clothing swap, mini photo shoots, and meaningful activities. With a focus on sustainability and purpose-driven fashion, it's the perfect opportunity to connect, collaborate, and celebrate growth within the city's vibrant creative scene.

Join us for an unforgettable evening at Full Voltage: A Double Runway Feature with Alicia Perrillo, presented by Chicago Fashion Week. Experience two stunning collections—Sublime, a ready-to-wear line of elegance and sophistication, and Swollen Electric Hearts, a bold Avant-Garde showcase. The show will leave you immersed in the energy of fashion at its highest frequency.

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Join the Save Abandoned Babies Foundation for Night at the Museum on October 15 at the Chicago History Museum. Enjoy a runway contest, silent auction, trivia, food, drinks, and more — all in support of Illinois' Safe Haven Law and the Morgan Jayne Hill Scholarship Fund.

The Stylist Symposium returns to Chicago Fashion Week! LET’S GO!!! After last year’s epic event, we know this year will ignite your passion for styling even more.

The theme of this year’s symposium:
“What is POSSIBLE in Styling?”

Join us at Chicago Fair Trade for Mend with Friends, a monthly community workshop where you can repair your clothes, reduce waste, and connect with others. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, we'll provide the supplies and expert guidance to help you extend the life of your garments—one stitch at a time!

Witness 14th Pharaoh R.A.W., a Chicago Fashion Week debut by 16-year-old teen prodigy, Matthew E. Bell. Fashion, culture, power—unfiltered.

Join us for cocktails and styling tips with Brandon Frein, featured in Vogue and Harper’s Bazaar. Enjoy a first look at new artwork by Kristin Mariani, shop unique made-in-Chicago designs, and get free chainstitch embroidery on any Production Mode purchase!

Celebrate fashion, art, and community with runway shows, emerging designers, and a curated marketplace at Union Station this October. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover the latest trends and meet the talent shaping Chicago’s fashion scene. Tickets on sale August 26th.

Step into the future of fashion with INITIATION, the solo runway debut of S. Rousseau. Experience a unique blend of avant-garde design, streetwear edge, and cinematic storytelling. This debut collection showcases visionary silhouettes and experimental textures, inviting you to join the time-travel universe where past, present, and future collide. Presented in partnership with the Chicago Fashion Coalition.

Join Rock N Rags for a high-energy "Chicago Style" fashion show at Michael’s Grill, featuring real Chicago girls rocking the Fall + Holiday collection. Enjoy retro diner vibes, photo moments, branded bites, and a shoppable pop-up. Don't miss out—tickets are limited!

Experience fashion like never before at The Indie Fashion Show, where cutting-edge design meets dynamic dance. This immersive showcase blends style, music, and movement in a celebration of Chicago’s creative spirit. More than just a runway—it's a night of art, expression, and collaboration.

Save the Date - FLEUROTICA returns Thursday, October 16, 2025.

new event joins the CHI✶FW 2025 calendar: FLEUROTICA, hosted by @gpconservatory.

FLEUROTICA spotlights the talents of Chicago’s top floral designers, fashion creatives, students, and landscape artists as they craft stunning garments made entirely from flowers, plants, and natural materials.

Last year’s show sold out and this year is shaping up to be even bigger. All proceeds support the Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance’s mission to change lives through the power of nature.

A bold convergence of grit and elegance, the Shadow and Silk Gala redefines fashion boundaries where streetwear collides with dandyism.

Elevate your beauty routine with luxe textures, bold definitions, and top skincare tricks at our exclusive beauty event! Enjoy live demos, personalized consultations, and access to special offers. Your $25 ticket includes a $25 Nordstrom promotional card and a free beauty tote (while supplies last).

Join us for A Night In Bronze on October 18th at CityPoint Loft for a fashion showcase that celebrates the creativity and history of Bronzeville! Featuring local designers, unique apparel, and cultural artistry, this event honors the legacy of the neighborhood while spotlighting emerging talent.

Project.eXe marks the debut collaborative show between project.tono and inv.sion, exploring the balance between conformity and personal expression in fashion. The evening will feature a runway show, cocktail hour, and shopping experience, showcasing the designers' unique take on uniform simplicity and the complexity of individual style.

Brian Babylon’s BB Spoke hits Chicago Fashion Week with a sharp Fall/Winter collection—tailored outerwear, bold textures, and modern silhouettes inspired by the city’s edge. Seats are limited. BB Spoke Members are FREE.

The RLX runway show features internationally recognized and local designers, followed by an After Party and Pop-Up Shops.

CWILLI returns to Chicago Fashion Week to present “Icons", the Fall '25 collection with accessories provided by Dovetail. This immersive, 12-look runway show will be paired with a silent auction benefiting the WasteShed and an afterparty at Hammy Wammy, a wonderfully eccentric spot in Uptown.

Join us at Chicago History Museum on October 19, 2025, for "Quinceañera Fashion: Your Ultimate Guide." Hosted by 15Fashion during Chicago Fashion Week, this event features industry experts sharing tips on traditional and trending Quinceañera looks, along with a showcase of gowns and decor. Tickets include bites, beverages, a goodie bag, and a pass to the Aquí en Chicago exhibit for the first 30 guests. Don't miss this celebration of Quinceañera style!

Surround Sound of Fashion is back for its 17th year. ! SSOF is the Midwest's premier fashion show and concert, showcasing the hottest local and national designers, along with a live performance by a National Recording Artist!  

Kammarra B Presents: The Regal Edit in partnership with the City of Chicago. A bold, high fashion runway experience that redefines Chicago style with couture, creativity, and cultural excellence.

The Curio partners with alum designer Christina Karin, who it showcased in its remarkable Cultural Center runway show last October, for a fun and festive Sip & Shop with live models showcasing looks from her latest collection.

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.

Black Fashion Week|USA marks 10 years with Connecting Threads: African Fashion in Chicago, opening Feb 28 at the Field Museum. This exhibit celebrates the influence of African fashion in Chicago and showcases talented designers from the African Diaspora.