Events
CFI Meet & Greet Recap
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Last Wednesday I attended the Chicago Fashion Incubator (CFI) Meet & Greet at Macy’s on State street. This event was an opportunity to meet the six resident designers Jonnie Rettele, Leah Fagan, Stephanie Kuhr, Miriam Cecilia Carlson, Donaldo Smith, and Christina Fan.
CFI was started in March 2008 and every year provides six emerging Chicago-based designers with the resources to launch their careers in fashion. The year long program provides resources, workspace, showroom, curriculum, and mentoring for the lucky chosen six. As a designer in residence you have the opportunity to network in the community and show your line at local events and fashion shows. One of the goals of the program is to provide the designers with business acumen to successfully launch their companies.
This year’s designers come from a wide variety of backgrounds and bring unique style to the table.
Christina Fan’s brand C/FAN is full of luxurious fabrics including silk, suede, and fur. Her color pallet is dark with pops of color. Her designs are easy to wear and fit into your existing wardrobe.
Christina Fan
Miriam Cecilia Carlson’s brand m.c.c. includes both ready to wear and couture collections. Her designs include mostly structured dresses. Some are quite simple while others are avant garde. One thing is for sure, you are going to get notices in one of her designs.
Miriam Cecilia Carlson
Stephanie Kuhr’s brand Dottie’s Delights is self proclaimed vintage. She designs exquisitely detailed burlesque style lingerie. While her unique variety of garters and bustiers aren’t meant for everyday wear, they are quite beautiful.
Stephanie Kuhr
Leah Fagan’s brand Peloton includes lots of versatile and wearable separates. Her designs have great lines, structure, and cuts. Leah wants her designs to be comfortable and easy. All of her pieces are washable and made of comfy fabrics. You could easily wear one of her designs to work and still feel comfortable lounging around in the same outfit at home.
Leah Fagan
Jonnie Rettele’s brand Nonnie Threads is one of two men’s wear lines in the CFI this year. Her designs include great shirts, pants, vests, and jackets. They have a certain structural appeal that makes them unique, while simple enough for everyday wear. Her inspiration for her collection was her husband.
Jonnie Retlle
Last but not least is Donaldo Smith with his brand Killian Gui. Donaldo is the only male of the six designers and is the second men’s wear line in this year’s CFI. His designs consist mostly of ready to wear tailored shirts.
I cannot wait to see what else is to come from these six fabulous designers. To find out more about the CFI follow this link.
Leah & Stephanie
Kathryn Kerrigan Boutique Opens in North Bucktown
Local fashion entrepreneurs Kathryn Kerrigan and Stephanie Sack announce the Grand Opening of Ms. Kerrigan’s eponymous shoe boutique in one of Chicago’s hottest shopping spots.
Located on the corner of Damen and McLean between Armitage and Webster, Kathryn Kerrigan – Chicago’s latest fashion-forward shoe boutique is the spot to shop for a customer who wears size 9- 13.
GRAND OPENING PARTY
WHEN: Thursday July 22, 2010, 5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
WHERE: 2031 N. Damen Avenue
RSVP: to info@kathrynkerrigan.com
And with a grand opening there are always some goodies like food, drinks, mini-mani’s and pedi’s and great music!
Stop by and enjoy Chicago’s only independent boutique exclusively featuring the latest looks and trends.
If you are among the lucky, you might meet Ms. Kerrigan – the visionary behind her breathtaking line of luxury footwear catering to stylish women who wear and want shoes and boots up to a size 15.
Although Kathryn Kerrigan caters to women that leave a larger imprint, a spectrum of sizes are available at www.kathrynkerrigan.com and Kathryn Kerrigan Libertyville, granting an enjoyable shopping experience for every woman.Upcoming Events
Lara Miller Queen of Hearts Sale
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Come check out the Queen of Hearts Sale! Either pull a card, roll the dice, or pick your poison for a chance to win an additional discount.
Shop vintage Lara Miller pieces at super discounted prices. All merchandise will be between 30-80% off. Don’t miss the opportunity to order a custom piece from her hand-loomed sweater collection.
What: Lara Miller Queen of Hearts Sale
When: Sunday, July 11, 2010, 12pm-6pm
Where: 931 W Cornelia Ave (Entrance will be through the alley behind Cornelia Ave, in between Sheffield and Halsted)
Why: Who doesn’t want to refresh their wardrobe with great sustainable styles from Lara Miller?
The lowdown on the discounts:
- Pick Your Poison: Purchase 3 items or more and choose any one item at 10% off.
- Roll the dice: Get between 3-12% off your entire purchase. Even better, Roll snakes eyes and get 20% off your entire purchase!
- Pull a Card: Get between 2-10% off your entire purchase. Pull a Queen of Hearts and get 20% off your entire purchase! (Sorry, Ace, Jack and King don’t mean a thing).
- Custom orders are brand new and are often one-of-a-kind so they will be full price, but they’re joining in on the fun and the sale games will apply to your custom orders too!
- As always, no returns or exchanges.
Chicago Fashion Incubator Meet & Greet
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What: Join the CFI designers in residence for a meet and greet open house.
When: Wednesday, July 21st, 10 am – noon
Where: 11th floor at Macy’s on State (when entering through State and Randolph, walk between Tous and Links counter to take employee elevator)
Who: Donaldo Smith, Leah Fagan, Jonnie Rettele, Stephanie Kuhr, Christina Fan, and Miriam Cecilia Carlson.
Upcoming Events
“An Evening of Modern Beauty”
W Hotel
StyleChicago.com & W Hotel presents an upscale girls night out in a gorgeous downtown hotel! Partake in cocktails, hors d’ oeuvres, and treat yourself to complementary services such as spa & beauty treatments from more than 20 top salons, spas, and beauty & lifestyle brands that Chicago has to offer. The first 250 VIP ticket buyers will receive a StyleChicago.com signature Goodie Bags with an estimated value of $250 that includes 40+ brands inside. Some of the onsite vendors and goodie bag participants include: Red Door Spas, H20 Plus, MAC Cosmetics, KIND Snack, Still Waters……and more!
Date: 7/22/2010
Time: Thu 6-9pm
Location: 172 W. Adams St
(Great Room 1-Ballroom)
Chicago, IL 60603
Reserve tickets online https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/117655
or order via phone at 1-800-838-3006
You Don’t Want to Miss These Great Events
Horacio Nieto
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Horacio Nieto Fashion Show: “Flirting for Disaster” Red Cross Benefit
Where: The Underground – 56 W. Illinois St.
When: Thursday, June 24th 7-10pm
Tickets: Minimum required donation of $20 in advance or $25 at the door.
On Thursday, June 24 from 7-10pm, Chicago fashion designer Horacio Nieto will be presenting his designs at the American Red Cross’ ‘Flirting for Disaster’, a summer social with festive fashions at The Underground in Chicago’s River North. The event will include cocktails & wine, an hors d’oeuvres reception from 7:30-9pm, music by DJ Sombra, and raffle prizes & more!
All proceeds will be donated to the American Red Cross.
Zamrie
Zamrie’s “Catwalk Fridays” Fashion Show
Where: The Drake Hotel in The Palm Court – 140 E. Walton St.
When: Friday, June 25 1-3:30pm
Tickets: Free – Please RSVP to Shaun.rajah@hilton.com.
Join Zamrie designer Ashley Zygmunt for “Catwalk Fridays” on June 25 from 1-3:30pm for an exclusive fashion show at The Drake Hotel in Chicago’s Gold Coast.
Guests will be viewing pieces from Zamrie’s Spring / Summer 2010 Collection during afternoon tea in The Palm Court at The Drake Hotel.
Guests must RSVP to this event. Guests who arrive between 1-1:30 will see the showcase from 1:40-2:10. Guests who arrive between 3-3:30 will see the showcase from 3:40-4:10.
Upcoming Events
Summer Solstice Sale & Celebration
Celebrate summer with Chicago’s finest designers! A great one-day discount, on this summer’s collection, while enjoying refreshing cocktails and seasonal treats. With clothing from local fashion designers Abigail Glaum-Lathbury, Frei Designs, and Mountains of the Moon. Accessories by Glean Design, Heron Adornment, and Laura Lombardi Photography by John Baswell.
Admission is FREE so come on out and bring all of your friends. FREE street parking available.
For more information visit http://www.mountainsofthemoon.com/summershop.html.
Indie Designer Market
The Indie Market has returned! Collaborating with Randolph Street Market located inside of Plumbers Hall at 1340 W Washington. With over 200+ vendors this will be the best market Chicago has ever seen. View unique finds inside & out and if you cannot cover every inch of the market in one day, don’t fret you can return the next day, or the next month. The Indie Designer Market runs now until September on June 19-20, July 25-26, August 28-29, and September 25-26. Saturdays from 10am to 5pm and Sundays from 10am to 6 pm.
Upcoming Events
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A Can’t Miss:
Kate Coxworth presents the Kate Boggiano Trunk Show at Florodora in Chicago. Get a chance to meet the designer, Kate Coxworth, with her mastery of ruffles and superior fit. Place custom Kate Boggiano orders while enjoying a complimentary glass of wine and more! You definitely won’t want to miss the Kate Boggiano Trunk Show, Friday June 4 from 12pm-6pm, 330 S. Dearborn St. Monadnock Building Chicago, IL 60604 312.212.8860.
You Are Cordially Invited:
Pretty in Pilsen is Friday June 11 from 5:30pm-8pm at 2150 S. Canalport Ave. on the 3rd & 4th floors. Shop with local Chicago designers; Jess Audey, Objets d’Envy, Kate Boggiano, Anna Hovet, and Cole Haddon Showroom. It is sure to be a treat with prices as low as $40, meet the local designers and get the inside scoop on their fashion tips. Take a look inside:
Featured merchandise: Sundresses, flirty skirts, dangling earrings, and so much more.
VIP Card: Spend $100 and receive a Pretty in Pilsen VIP card, which allows you to receive 10% off of all purchases and future events. Get your card stamped for every $100 you spend, once your card is full, you will receive 50% off of 1 full price item of your choice at the design studio. Acquire an extra 5% discount when you bring a friend to a Pretty in Pilsen event.
Please RSVP to Kate@KateBoggiano.com
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