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The Curio: "Behind The Seams" with SWABY

  • SWABY 2221 West North Avenue Chicago, IL, 60647 United States (map)

CURIO MEMBER-ONLY EVENT

  • Members will receive an invitation with RSVP instructions

  • Become a Curio Member, and attend this event and 10 more events each year on a complimentary basis (always get to bring a guest). Join us in elevating Chicago fashion!

Meet designer Shernett Swaby and learn about her approach to design and fashion.

Enjoy prosecco & white wine, plus lite bites, as you peruse her beautiful Wicker Park location.

And its perfect time of year for some holiday shopping (of course, keep yourself in mind!)

And there is a 20% discount on all wares purchased during the event!

Read about SWABY in CS Magazine and Chicago Magazine,

MORE ABOUT SWABY:

Welcome to SWABY’s world of bespoke fashion, where each piece can be crafted exclusively for you.

Each piece, from your everyday t-shirt and leggings to couture gowns, is designed and made on-site with options to customize every detail. With over 26 years in handmade luxury, we offer an alternative to fast fashion—complete with a lifetime of free tailoring and designs that blend edgy style and refined elegance for a wardrobe as unique as you are.

Shernett Swaby is a Fashion Artist who was born in Jamaica, grew up in Canada, and is now based in Chicago. She learned to sew by watching her mother who was a local seamstress. Since then she has been professionally perfecting her craft. Her mission is to use a detailed oriented collection to promote and celebrate individualism in the fashion industry. Swaby’s work is edgy with a wearable artistic flair. Her work has been featured in local and international magazines and she was a top 5 finalist on PROJECT RUNWAY, the television series.

Shernett opened her first boutique in Toronto in 1999. Her Chicago boutique opened in 2009. She now has a Wicker Park and Winnetka locations. They still cater to fashion forward customers who are open to pushing the creative limits of their individual style. All  the garments and accessories  that are sold at the Swaby showroom are designed and manufactured on the premises which allows for a very fast turn around time. Shernett’s vertical business operation allows  her to offer her customers  complete authenticity and ensures that all their unique wardrobe needs are being met in a timely manner.

The most amazing thing about a shopping experience with Shernett is her extensive tailoring abilities, you are guaranteed to leave your appointment feeling well fitted and looking fabulous no matter what body type you are. Shernett has created a new shopping experience for the modern woman.

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