Runway In The Streets transforms Chicago into an open-air fashion runway on July 19, 2026, bringing together bold street style, live runway moments, and high-energy creative expression hosted by Dejour Apparel.

MM Productions Presents & IMSS present the Walking Body: In a marble hall of statues, bound, bandaged and veiled bodies move somatically down the runway, each step easing from tension into release.

The Curio co-hosts the iconic Driehaus Fashion Awards in conjunction with the Driehaus Design Initiative and Zzazz Productions. This runway show & awards event features 15 of the best fashion design students hailing from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Columbia College Chicago & Dominican University. Awards given out by a fashion industry judging panel.

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The Chicago Streetwear Expo—May 17 at Xoco House Gallery—is where sneakers, streetwear, fashion, and art collide. Shop, trade, and connect with 25–50 local and regional brands while enjoying music, food, and community vibes.

Passion & Paradise: Lost in Paradise is a whimsical, immersive fashion experience blending style, live music, and movement into one vibrant celebration of creativity. Hosted by Sunflower Cabana, this theatrical showcase invites guests to embrace self-expression, reconnect with joy, and step boldly into their passions.

Refresh your wardrobe at The Purge: Closet Sale, a one-day-only fashion shopping experience hosted by Iva Elliott. Discover curated closet pieces, statement styles, and unbeatable deals from local fashion creatives, stylists, and boutique owners — with everything priced from $5–$40. From trendy finds to standout vintage gems, this expanded edition of The Purge promises something for every style lover. Join the fun, pick your player, and shop the racks before it’s all gone.

Experience WELCOME TO THE ECLIPSE!, an exciting runway showcase from the College of DuPage Fashion Studies Department featuring original student collections, emerging design talent, and an inspiring evening of fashion creativity.

Celebrate the fusion of tradition and modern style at Chicago Indian Arts: A Fashion Innovation – Curtain Raiser. Enjoy fashion previews, panel discussions, and networking in a vibrant cultural setting.

Experience the Break The Mold Fashion Show in Chicago on May 8—an electrifying fusion of fashion and art showcasing bold creativity and boundary-pushing design.

Sip some tequila, shop the new summer collection, and learn from the woman behind the small-batch, additive-free label Tequila 1349. 10% of Maria Pinto merchandise sales during the event will benefit the Chicago Costume Council.

Join Connecting Creatives for an inspiring evening of conversation, community, and connection with Chicago creatives. Enjoy a panel discussion, Q&A, local vendors, and networking opportunities in a welcoming space designed to bring people together.

An immersive Caribbean-inspired fashion exhibition featuring live runway moments, interactive experiences, and tropical Paradise Island vibes — fashion you have to see live.

Gird your loins—this vintage runway experience brings The Devil Wears Prada to life, followed by an optional private screening and exclusive next-day shopping drop.

Step into a night of fashion, diversity, and artistry at the Chicago Model Icon Fashion Show & MRI Pageant on May 2, 2026. Enjoy a vibrant runway showcase and pageant experience celebrating inclusive beauty and bold design.

Experience the Chicago Fashion and Beauty Event on April 30 in the West Loop. Enjoy runway showcases, networking with designers and influencers, and support the DeVry Scholarship Fund and National Ovarian Cancer Coalition. Doors open at 6 PM, show starts at 7 PM.

Celebration of self-expression and gender euphoria as TGNC youth take the stage to showcase their unique, affirming styles at Sashay into Spring.

Walk the space, meet AIBI members and guests, and get a better understanding of how AIBI helps designers and entrepreneurs move from idea to product.

Whether you’re looking to expand your network, meet others working across Chicago’s fashion industry, or learn more about AIBI, this event offers a chance to connect in person inside the Fashion Lab.

Discover Thrift Lab, a new after-hours event celebrating vintage fashion and sustainability. Shop curated thrift pieces, learn mending skills, hear from sustainability experts, and enjoy a cash bar.

Discover how your visual presence influences trust, opportunity, and financial success in Dress to Invest: Cash v. Caché—a powerful one-hour webinar with André Wilson.

A very special night for fashion in Chicago as The Curio co-hosts with 20th Century Studios a Special Advance Screening & Reception for “The Devil Wears Prada 2.” This is the sequel to one of the most famous fashion novels and films of the 21sth Century.

Invitation Only: Guests, including Curio VIP Members, will enjoy a fashion presentation, a documentary release, silent auction and a chance to hear Stephane's inspiration for the new collection Road to Casablanca. Guests will have the unique opportunity to be a part of the runway when they sponsor a design. Proceeds from the evening support the launch of Stephane St. Jaymes 02 Collection Road to Casablanca this October.

Trends, style, and networking—an exclusive fashion evening at VINCE with FGI Chicago.

Pickwick Vintage Show makes its Chicago debut on April 19, 2026! Shop vintage clothing, jewelry, and accessories from 30+ vendors in the iconic White City Ballroom at the Chicago Athletic Association.

THE EXHIBITION: VOL II — LINGIRIE & BODY TAPE EDITION

This isn’t just a show — it’s an experience. Expect bold lingerie, daring body tape creations.