The Costume Council of the Chicago History Museum invites you to the opening night celebration of Threads of a Nation: Preserving Presidential Clothing, an exhibition that features garments and accessories associated with John Adams, George and Martha Washington, and Abraham and Mary Lincoln, alongside rare objects and documents that provide historical context.

Join us for Fall Fashion Redefined: Reimagined with Purpose for a night celebrating style, strength, and an incredible group of breast cancer survivors taking the runway.

The evening will feature the season’s newest looks from ENAZ, exclusive creations by Carly Carron of Twisted Feather, shopping, wine & a special book signing with Lauren Lopriore.

SSOF provides an immersive runway experience that features designer collection, live entertainment, and unique visual production to create an unforgettable experience for all who attend.

Step into Temple of Ancient Futures, an immersive fashion experience where ancient inspiration meets the future of Chicago streetwear and couture. Expect an evening of fashion, music, culture, and visual storytelling designed to transport you beyond the ordinary.

Join ALABAN for an immersive cultural and fashion experience during Chicago Fashion Week, bringing together the talents of Filipino designers, artists, performers, and culinary creators for one unforgettable evening.

People of Culture is excited to collaborate with TransformaWell for Black is Gold 6: Culture Xchange, our signature 2026 fashion and music experience celebrating the creativity, culture, and entrepreneurial spirit of Chicago’s Black and Latino Fashion designers & communities.

The event will feature designers, models, dancers, artists, culinary experiences, and businesses of Afro descent from Chicago and around the world—creating a dynamic platform to showcase the incredible talent, creativity, and entrepreneurship within our global Black community.

Jesus Hoodie: Faith Meets Streetwear is a curated pop-up presented by Prāzbar. Designers, stylists, and tastemakers rooted in faith — bringing their vision to one of Chicago's biggest style moments. Come for the fashion. Stay for what it represents.

Production Mode invites you to our atelier for a trunk show bringing together current Chicago-based designers with designers who have Chicago roots but now live and work elsewhere. The event aims to foster connections between Chicago designers and creative communities in other cities and countries.

Welcome aboard AER NOIR, an immersive fashion experience where aviation meets luxury streetwear. Guests will step into a world of dark elegance, cinematic storytelling, and elevated fashion as Chicago’s creatives prepare for departure.

A showcase of handmade, avant-garde fashion lines from queer, Chicago-based designers.

Looks by nine designers with a range of experience levels, styles, and backgrounds. Doors at 7pm. Show at 8pm. See you there.

Until now, Chicago Fashion Week has never had an explicitly LGBTQ+ runway — we are proud to be the first.

FLEUROTICA spotlights the unique talents of Chicago’s leading floral designers, fashion designers, students and landscape artists as they create breathtaking garments made entirely from plants, flowers and natural materials.  All proceeds from FLEUROTICA benefit the Garfield Park Conservatory Alliance’s nature education programs at the Garfield Park Conservatory & Gardens.

Reignite your childhood wonder. This fashion show will feature designs by MEGYWONG, Madeleine Ibach Couture, La'Antonius Couture, and Sunflower Cabana.

Doors open at 6pm. Show starts at 7pm.

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Chicago Fashion Showcase celebrates its Fifth annual fashion event with shopping, entertainment and runway shows at Union Station.

The 5th annual, Chicago Fashion Showcase is a fashion event that blends runway shows and X Marks the Shop, a market area which features pop-up shops, art, entertainment and much more.

Join the Dominican University Fashion Department for an evening celebrating creativity, entrepreneurship, and style. Explore a curated marketplace featuring fashion, accessories, beauty products, artwork, home décor, and lifestyle goods created by Dominican University students, alumni, faculty, staff, and local makers.

A runway presentation during Chicago Fashion Week featuring 20 looks from Chicago’s vintage shops, plus cocktails + live music.

In Another Life brings vintage and pre-loved fashion to the runway through a modern point of view. Featuring 20 looks curated by select Chicago vintage shops and styled by Chicago wardrobe stylist Liza Kane, the presentation brings together pieces from different eras and styles them in a way that feels current.

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Join us for our solo runway debut with 20+ made-to-measure bridal looks in a romantic, rebellious design showcase for Chicago Fashion Week.

Step into the romantic, rebellious world of Grace + Ivory as the label makes its solo debut with an intimate fashion show. The brand steps into its own with its first-ever independent showcase inside a newly renovated Bucktown studio, highlighting 20+ looks for brides who want to leave a legacy.

The Curio is excited to partner with the AIBI Chicago Fashion Summit. The summit: Threading the Future: Fashion, Tech, and Transformation is the 2nd annual Chicago Fashion Summit. A day of transformative panels and discussions for Chicago fashion industry members and fashion consumer enthusiasts! Tickets on sale. Curio Members save $30 on tickets.

Sunflower Serenade is Sunflower Cabana's annual gratitude gathering. Networking mixer with a kickback vibe where you can actually hear the person next to you speak. In a week filled with crowded venues and surface-level conversations, Sunflower Serenade offers something rare: space to genuinely connect, slow down, and be intentionally present. The best opportunities often begin with a simple conversation.

Lines in Motion is the debut presentation of an original cut-and-sew collection by STEELO, unveiled through an immersive runway experience that celebrates the rhythm, style, and spirit of Chicago.

Through fashion, art, and storytelling, we hope to bring awareness to the importance of mental health, encourage meaningful conversations, and remind those who are hurting that they are not alone. Together, we honor lives lost, support those still fighting, and use the runway as a platform for hope, compassion, and change.

Experience an unforgettable celebration of fashion, creativity, and performance at the Indie Fashion Show, a signature runway event. Held at Distro Music Hall, this year's show features 16 talented designers, 100+ models, live entertainment, and an immersive runway experience unlike any other.

Join MITC Studio during Chicago Fashion Week for a special designer pop-up celebrating women-owned fashion brands and creative entrepreneurs. This curated shopping experience will feature a collection of emerging and established designers showcasing apparel, accessories, jewelry, beauty products, and lifestyle goods.

FREE EVENT: You’re invited to CHICAGO’S FASHION EDIT during Chicago Fashion Week. A highly curated retail experience spotlighting the next generation of independent, women-led Chicago brands creating and sourcing in small batches. Small batch. women led. Chosen with intention.

The Chicago Textile Fair takes place across the weekend of October 9-11th, 2026. Join us for a weekend of programming celebrating Chicagoland fiber and textile artists. Our 2026 theme of Sustainable Communities will connect programming across three days of inspiration, community, and education.

If you're looking for an unforgettable experience that combines creativity, connection, and culture, look no further. Chicago Votes is honored to announce the return of the Give A Sh*t Fashion Show for its 5th installment! Every year, Chicago Votes and our Give A Sh*t creative collective produce a fashion show that fuses arts & culture and civic engagement.

Get ready for an unforgettable night of fashion, creativity, and self-expression as AIMGirls presents “No Limit” during Chicago Fashion Week!

Experience a high-energy runway showcase featuring talented designers, models, and creatives coming together to celebrate individuality, confidence, and limitless creativity. “No Limit” is more than a fashion show—it’s a statement that there are no boundaries when it comes to style, ambition, and chasing your dreams.