The Curio’s “A Celebration of Chicago Style” presented by Abercrombie & Kent
Opening Show of Chicago Fashion Week!
The 7 featured designers have dressed celebs from Zendaya, Bella Hadid & Michelle Obama to Chance the Rapper, Michael Jordan, and the cast of “The CHI.” They’ve shown at New York Fashion Week, and have collaborated with top brands from Nike to Jack Daniels to the Chicago Bulls. And now they’re all in one show!
This show includes everything from streetwear to evening wear, with designers of diverse backgrounds, many of whom are BIPOC female founders. They range from those with 30+ years of recognition to a ‘22 SAIC grad.
Plus the Presentation of the
Ceta Walters Fashion Content Creator Award with $10K Grant
Selection Committee: Helen Berkun, Blake Gifford, Christine Griffith, Tali Kogan, and Janet Mandell
Nominees: Amy Anderson (StyleCadenza), Grace Andrews, Elliot Duprey, Sammy K, Wale Sanni (StylebyWale)
TICKETS:
WE ARE COMPLETELY SOLD OUT.
All tickets include pre-reception, show, post-show reception - and all food & beverages!
Plus just announced…after-party at Celeste with sponsored drinks from Maestro Dobel Diamante tequila.
ALL TICKET PURCHASE ARE FINAL / NON-REFUNDABLE
EVENING’S SCHEDULE:
6:00pm:
Doors Open & Arrival Photos
Pre-Reception in the Grand Army Hall of The Republic & Rotunda
Complimentary cocktails, wine, prosecco and lite bites
7:00pm: F&B Service Ends & Guests Make their way to Preston Bradley Hall
7:15pm: Welcome, Award, Runway Show (seating released at 7:15pm, late arrivals will end up standing)
Preston Bradley Hall
Evening’s Host (TBA) Welcomes Guests
Ceta Walters Rising Fashion Content Creator Award Announced
Runway Presentation of 8 Designers (10 looks each)
8:30pm:
Post-Party in G.A.R. Hall & Rotunda (Complimentary beverages & desserts)
10:00pm:
Event concludes
10:00pm ->
After-Party @ Celeste. To attend, pick up a bracelet for after-party at check-in for fashion show. Admission & complimentary cocktail from Maestro Dobel Diamante Tequila.
FEATURED DESIGNERS:
Made Possible With Support From:
Production by Zzazz Productions, Styled by Sal Yvet, and florals by Hola Lola Floral Co.
Ajovang @ The Curio’s 2023’s “A Celebration of Chicago Style” Photo by Alex Callejo
