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The Curio’s fab Summer Social is coming! Join us for an incredible evening of socializing, networking, as we enjoy the waning days of summer and prepare for a Fall of Epic Fashion.

Need to do your very first portfolio or looking for a refresh? Join us this Sunday for a full service experience. 3 looks styled by us, hair /makeup, and 10 edited images. Plus, our Founder Britney will be there to coach you through the entire process. Interested? Send us a DM or email us for questions or to secure your spot. Hope to see you Sunday!

2ND MODEL CALL ALERT🚨

Chicago… We’re looking for YOU!

The Chicago Streetwear Fashion Fest is searching for models of ALL AGES, ALL SIZES, and ALL EXPERIENCE LEVELS to walk on one of Chicago’s hottest streetwear runways.

The Costume Council of the Chicago History Museum is excited to recognize and show their appreciation for Chicago’s most stylish men!

The LAL Fashion Show 2026 is produced by Javy Ferrer, this runway event highlights Latino culture, fashion, and empowerment.

Sacred Threads is an evening runway presentation by MM Productions featuring independent Chicago designers within the restored architecture of Epiphany Center for the Arts, bringing the runway into a candlelit realm of adornment, reverence, and ceremonial escape.

Come and explore the magic of indigo dyeing with Third Season & @allweremember.

At the heart of the show is a student-built and led creative initiative bringing together emerging designers, stylists, photographers, art directors, and production creatives to create a professional runway experience from concept to show night.

Save the Date for a great Curio x Azeeza in Boutique Experience…

✨ Four stylists. One runway. Endless style inspiration.

Join us for FAIRCLOTH ON THE RUNWAY on September 23rd as four fabulous women bring their personal style to life—because there’s more than one way to wear it, and we’re here for ALL of it. 💕🌈

The Gothic Couture Fashion Show returns on September 26, 2026, at FashionBar The Showroom & Consulting, showcasing avant-garde runway collections created and produced by emerging student designers. Presented by The Fashion Foundry, this annual event celebrates creativity, technical skill, and the next generation of Chicago fashion talent.

Born Beyond Continents by Malik Collective is an elevated fashion experience that honors culture, diversity, creativity, and confidence. Guests will be immersed in an evening of interactive runway fashion, dynamic dance performances, and cultural music that reflects the heritage and artistry of each featured designer.

MS Strength & Style debuts September 30, 2026, at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago for an inspiring evening of fashion and philanthropy. Guests will enjoy cocktails, dining, and a fall runway presentation curated by Neiman Marcus while celebrating the strength and resilience of individuals impacted by multiple sclerosis.

The Curio is excited to again partner with the Driehaus Design Initiative on a bold new fashion event - an alumni designer show featuring some of the best designers to have graced the stages of the Driehaus Design Awards over the past 20 years! More to come!

The Stylist Symposium is back for its third year and has established itself as a highly anticipated, premier educational event. The Stylist Symposium brings emerging and established stylists from across the country together for an afternoon of education, connection, inspiration and honest conversations about the business and future of styling.

The biggest moment in Chicago fashion in decades will be finally happening this October 9th… The Curio’s iconic show returns showcasing 12 of the city's leading designers in a landmark public outdoor runway show in Millennium Park that celebrates Chicago's creativity, culture, and style on an unprecedented scale. More to come...

The College of DuPage Fashion Studies department proudly showcases its student work. Guests are invited to explore a curated exhibit that brings together the talents of both fashion design and fashion merchandising students.

SAVE THE DATE

This October, Chicago becomes the stage where centuries of Indian artistry meet the future of global fashion. More than a runway, this is a celebration of craftsmanship, creativity, and the stories woven into every thread. From timeless textiles to contemporary design, every collection reflects a legacy that continues to inspire the world.

The FGI Chicago Rising Star Awards recognize emerging professionals making an impact across Chicagoland’s fashion and creative industries. Award recipients are determined through member nominations, finalist selection, and member voting.

CWILLI presents “Academy”, the Fall ’26 runway collection. The show features 15 black-and-white looks marking a new chapter for the label, evolving CWILLI from avant-garde one-offs into a more defined ready-to-wear vision while maintaining its rebellious DIY spirit.

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.

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.

AIBI is excited to announce Threading the Future: Fashion, Tech, and Transformation - the 2nd annual Chicago Fashion Summit 2026. A day of transformative panels and discussions for Chicago fashion industry members and fashion consumer enthusiasts! Tickets on sale.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Enjoy bold designs, , and heartfelt tributes to life, love, and remembrance.
A one-of-a-kind event where high fashion meets tradition.