Gothic Couture Fashion Show
Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: FashionBar The Showroom & Consulting
Hosted By: The Fashion Foundry
Experience an evening of creativity, innovation, and emerging talent at the Gothic Couture Fashion Show, a student-led runway presentation celebrating the next generation of Chicago fashion designers.
Presented by The Fashion Foundry, this annual showcase highlights independent designers and aspiring fashion entrepreneurs as they bring their creative visions to life. This year's theme, Gothic Couture, explores dramatic silhouettes, avant-garde aesthetics, and artistic expression through collections developed by college students from across Chicago.
Designed and produced entirely by students, the event serves as a platform for young creatives to demonstrate the technical skills, craftsmanship, and originality they have developed through their design education while introducing their own emerging brands to the public.
Event Highlights
Student-led runway show featuring original collections
Gothic-inspired couture and avant-garde fashion designs
Emerging independent designers from Chicago
Creative storytelling through fashion and design
Opportunity to support the next generation of fashion talent
Join Chicago's fashion community for an inspiring evening dedicated to creativity, craftsmanship, and the future of independent fashion.