TICKETS: Invitation-Only Event

• Open to select fashion industry members (by invitation).

• Open to Curio VIP Members (2 tix)

2025 Awards:

• Will feature 15 rising star designers, five from each of Chicago’s three 4-year fashion schools (The School of the Art Institute, Columbia College Chicago, and Dominican University)

• Each designer will showcase 4-5 looks on the runway competing for a variety of awards.

Evening’s Schedule:

• 6pm: Doors Open & Pre-Reception (complimentary beverages and hors d'oeuvres).

• 7pm: Runway Show of 15 Designers

  • During Judging Session, Additional Runway Presentation by Julie Mersine Romeli of Mira Couture.

  • Awards Presentation

• 8pm: Post-Show Reception

• 9pm: Event Concludes

The 2024 Awards:

• The Curio partnered with the 2024 Driehaus Design Awards as well.

• See the 2024 Driehaus Fashion Awards 1 minute video recap and photos here.

2024 Images