There are nights in a fashion girl's life when the city itself seems to unzip its velvet sheath, revealing something unexpected, sultry, and tinged with that breathless kind of glamour one can't just quite help but hope for — and only the lucky few slip into it. On the second of May, Chicago flirted with Paris, whispered secrets to Milan, and danced barefoot with New York as the newest club on the scene, Divan Chicago, opened its gilded doors and welcomed a crowd that shimmered as hard as the sequins they wore. And at the center of it all — commanding, unbothered, and brilliantly bold — were the decadent designs of Chicago’s own Randa Rose.

To commence the first month of the new year, a remarkable fashion event of the season unfolded under the majestic chandeliers of the Stan Mansion, where Chicago’s renowned Scottie.by Designs presented “What is Love?”—a collection that transcended the ordinary, unveiling the romanticism of both haute couture and deep emotion. The show, held in the heart of Chicago, was a breathtaking fusion of past and future, as history mingled with cutting-edge design amidst the vintage splendor of the 1920s architectural masterpiece.

The time for FGI Chicago’s Networking Celebration and Annual Meeting had finally arrived – all culminating on the sixteenth of a chilly January night with attendees congregating at The Loop’s Industrious . Hosted at this luxurious Art Deco-inspired venue, this exclusive networking event celebrated not only the past achievements of the fashion community but also tapped into the excitement for a formidable Chicago fashion future on the horizon. This esteemed group, a blend of seasoned industry leaders and rising names in fashion, gathered together to usher in a new era of collaboration and innovation for Fashion Group International’s Chicago Regional Chapter.

In a city renowned for its architectural marvels and vibrant cultural scene, the debut of NICZKA’s latest collection at Chicago Fashion Week titled “Obsidian” has set a new benchmark for modern style. Tania Mackey, the visionary designer behind NICZKA, showcased her latest collection in the surroundings of RoofOnTheWit, on Thursday, October 17, 2024.

Rules of the Fashion Realm: White must be worn between the moments of Monday’s Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Randa Rose fashion show occurring on the Friday before was nothing short of a fashion moment too soon. Darlings, if you missed Randa Rose’s latest show, well, let’s just say you missed an iridescent escapade that was nothing short of a sartorial symphony. The scene? Joy District, Chicago’s clubby hotspot for those who like their soirées with a side of style. The occasion? A dazzling “White Party” that was as much a celebration of the color white as it was of Rose’s birthday—and, serendipitously, my own.

On the night of Saturday, January 27th, the immersive fashion show Soundpost: Perception, A Classical Music and Fashion Experience was held at the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. The event unveiled an exclusive glimpse into the orchestra, where fashion intertwined with the Chicago Symphony to showcase a mesmerizing fusion of modern inspiration, full of bold prints, intricate textures, and vibrant colors.

In the realm of fashion and art, some events transcend the ordinary, uniting a variety of art mediums in cohesive collaboration. One such unforgettable evening unfolded on January 10, 2024, as Why Not Petites presented "An Artist Exhibition," a multifaceted spectacle that seamlessly blended fashion, art, and entertainment.

Autumn fashion had barely emerged in the Windy City as the “Electro NextGen Fashion Show” an avant-garde extravaganza took place - characterized by its eccentric and futuristic designs, and highlighted the immense potential of fashion when paired with technology.

On the beautiful evening of September 14th, top fashion industry professionals gathered at the Chicago History Museum for an evening of celebration and style: “The Chicago Men’s Fashion Awards”. Each year, the Chicago Costume Council of the Chicago History Museum shares recognition and shows appreciation for stylish men of the city, by honoring ten eligible elites who make the most stylish movements within this metropolis.