FASHION FOCUS CHICAGO/ MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2005
CHICAGO DESIGNER SHOP LAUNCH
Marshall Field’s State Street
111 North State Street
September 19 – October 31
Shop the new pop-up boutique at Marshall Field's flagship store, which offers the newest collections and one-of-a-
kind merchandise created by twenty of Chicago's very own independent designers. The unique selection includes
women's apparel, handbags, jewelry and accessories. Browse our exciting selection created by the following
designers and get a glimpse of the up-and-coming styles from Chicago. For more information visit www.fields.com
and click on "At Field's," or call (312) 781-5454.
FASHION COLUMBIA STUDY COLLECTION
Palmer House Hilton
Monroe Street Windows (between State and Wabash)
September 19-30
Columbia College Chicago‟s Fashion Columbia Study Collection will display an assortment of fashions created by Chicago-based designers both past and present. Throughout Fashion Focus Chicago 2005, the historic Palmer
House‟s Monroe Street windows will feature selections from local designers Mark Heister, Tiffani Kim, Maria
Pinto, Becky Bisoulis, and more. For more information, please contact E. Hugh Manning at the Fashion Columbia
Study Collection at (312) 344-6283.
LUNCH TIME WITH CELEBRITY STYLISTS
Marshall Field’s State Street
111 North State Street
September 19-23
11:30 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
Meet the stylists who dress the stars. They will be on hand in the Marshall Field‟s State Street store daily to show
the new collections and provide wardrobe tips. For more information visit www.Fields.com or call (312) 781-5454.
SARAH JESSICA PARKER AT MARSHALL FIELD’S stMarshall Field’s State Street, 1 Floor Cosmetics
111 North State Street
12:00 p.m.
Sarah Jessica Parker will appear at Marshall Field‟s for the launch of her new fragrance, Lovely Sarah Jessica
Parker. Parker‟s appearance will kick off a week of must-see events at Marshall Field‟s. For more information visit
www.fields.com and click on “At Field‟s,” or call (312) 781-5454.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2005
DISTINCTION IN DESIGN
Marshall Field’s State Street
111 North State Street
10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Aspiring designers have an opportunity to meet Marshall Field‟s buyers and have their best creations reviewed. The
winner will be announced and awarded a cash prize at an evening reception. For more information visit
www.Fields.com or call (312) 781-5454.
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FASHIONISTA SHOPPING PARTY
Marshall Field’s State Street
111 North State Street
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Join us for an exclusive evening of cocktails, clothes and conversation. Stacy London of TLC's What Not to Wear
will present Calvin Klein looks. You will also have a chance to consult with beauty experts. Reservations are
required. Call (312) 781-3055.
FINANCING A FASHION BUSINESS
The Chicago Cultural Center
78 East Washington Street
First Floor, Garland Room
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The Chicagoland Entrepreneurial Center presents this panel discussion covering the different tactics and tools that
an entrepreneur in the fashion and apparel industry can use to finance a business. The session will address sources
and uses of capital for different stages of growth while also covering the basics of debt and equity
capital. Additionally, you'll gain perspective from fashion entrepreneurs who've gone through the process of raising
capital, investors who've funded fashion businesses and people who have advised them through the process. For
more information please contact Jason Felger at (312) 494-6737 or jfelger@chicagolandchamber.org
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 2005
CHICAGO’S RED HOT DESIGNERS
W Chicago - City Center
172 West Adams Street
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Meet some of Chicago‟s hottest designers, from independent to the established, at the first in a series of eight
seminars presented by the Apparel Industry Board. Allie and Michael Adams of Doris Ruth will talk about the
successes and pitfalls of starting a new business. Twin sisters Monika and Erika Simmons of Double Stitch will
discuss how they found their niche in Chicago with their fabulous line of crocheted apparel. Lauren Lein-Santos
of Lauren Lein, Ltd., a designer selling to major stores in the Midwest, will explain how she built her business.
Established design duo Roger Price and Tommy Walton of Price Walton (also seen on „The Cut‟) will divulge why Chicago is perfect for their one-of-a-kind couture garments. There is no charge for this seminar. For
additional information, please contact the Apparel Industry Board at (312) 836-1041. Seating is limited.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2005
AIBI FABRIC SALE
SEPTEMBER 22, 9:00 a.m.- 8:00 p.m.
SEPTEMBER 23, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Chicago Apparel Center
350 West Center Mart Drive
(Directly across Orleans Street from the Merchandise Mart)
A fashion fabric and trim CASH AND CARRY sale for designers, students, home sewers and others. This is a once in a lifetime chance to buy fabulous designer fabrics, buttons, trims, findings, purse handles, etc. in small
quantities at even smaller prices. Choose from a huge variety of all categories. Discounted parking fee of $5.00 per
car at Self Parking at the Apparel Center. For additional information, please call the Apparel Industry Board, Inc. at
(312) 836-1041. Entry fee – $5.00 per person.
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FIRST EVER WORLD OF JLO SHOP AND JENNIFER LOPEZ PUBLIC APPEARANCE
Marshall Field's State Street
111 North State Street
5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Join Marshall Field‟s and the Medical Research Junior Board Foundation for the exclusive Chicago launch of the
JLO by Jennifer Lopez and Sweetface collections at a charity fashion show and reception with Jennifer Lopez.
Ticket proceeds will benefit pediatric medical research initiatives at Children‟s Memorial Hospital. Tickets are
$100. To purchase tickets and RSVP, please call (773) 880-4268 by September 21.
A COLORFUL EVENING WITH MARGARET WALCH
W Chicago - City Center
172 West Adams
6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Please join the Chicago Fashion Foundation for an enlightening and entertaining look at Color Forecasting. Ms.
Walch will discuss the importance of trends, and the role of color forecasting, as it relates to independent design.
From the haute couture runways to your living room wallpaper, color forecasting drives the color of sweater you‟re
wearing and the car you are driving.
A world renowned expert on color and trend forecasting, Margaret Walch is Director of The Color Association of
the US (CAUS), the oldest and most respected color forecasting company in the United States. Ms. Walch leads
seasonal forecasting sessions that chart color taste for the American fashion and interior design industries. For more
information please contact Devin McKenna at the Chicago Fashion Foundation at (312) 467-6371.
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 2005
GEN ART SHOP CHICAGO
W Chicago - City Center
172 West Adams Street
5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Shop CHICago is a unique opportunity for Chicagoans to buy accessories and clothing directly from 30+ of the best
emerging Chicago designers and top Chicago boutiques, while receiving beauty treatments and sipping tasty
beverages. Guests can shop for the latest styles and get make-up applications, skincare consultations, paraffin
waxes and more from Beauty On Call, all in a fun and interactive environment and at no cost to attend! For more
information and to RSVP, please visit www.genart.org.
HAPPY HOUR AT THE BEAUTY BAR
Marshall Field’s State Street 111 North State Street
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Enjoy drinks and hors d‟oeuvres while you preview the new fall color and fragrance collections with Marshall
Field‟s beauty expert Fatima Olive. You can also meet with a makeup artist from your favorite line. Reservations
are required. For more information and to book your consultation, please call (312) 781-5445.
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2005
WINDOWS ON DESIGN
Sears on State Street
SEPTEMBER 26: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Columbia College Chicago
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. International Academy of Design and Technology
SEPTEMBER 27: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. The Illinois Institute of Art-Chicago
1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. School of the Art Institute of Chicago
SEPTEMBER 28: 9:00 a.m. –4:00 p.m. View the creative process from all four schools. View the creative process first hand! Watch students and instructors from four of the top Fashion Design schools in
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Chicago – Columbia College Chicago, The Illinois Institute of Art-Chicago, the School of the Art Institute of
Chicago, and the International Academy of Design and Technology – as they demonstrate the fashion design
process. Watch as the first inspiration becomes a working sketch; then see as it becomes a final piece. Stop by at
various times to see what‟s happening! You never know what unique items will be used or what the final outcome
will be – it is guaranteed to intrigue and excite. For more information contact Kathleen Embry at (312) 980-9252 or
kembry@iadtchicago.com.
MOUNTED FASHION DISPLAY – The Illinois Institute of Art-Chicago
180 North Wabash
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Stop by BackStage Bistro to view a variety of projects created by students, alumni and faculty of The Illinois
Institute of Art-Chicago. For more information please call (312) 280-3500.
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2005
INSIDER TIPS FOR RUNNING A CREATIVE FASHION BUSINESS
The Chicago Cultural Center
First Floor, Garland Room
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Join renowned journalist Victoria Lautman for a panel discussion with industry experts offering insider tips on launching a fashion business. Panelists include Mary Gehlhar, Fashion Director of Gen Art, New York; Amy
Tara Koch, style reporter for NBC 5 and RedEye; Laura Steufen, Senior Buyer of Women‟s Designer Ready-to-
Wear for Marshall Field‟s and Roger Price and Tommy Walton of Price Walton Couture Lab. Hear firsthand
what happens behind the scenes when the creative world of fashion mixes with the bottom line realities of the
business world.
Also, Mary Gehlhar will sign copies of her book, Fashion Designer Survival Guide: An Insider’s Look at Starting
and Running Your Own Fashion Business, which can be found in national book stores this month. Presented by the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and Gen Art. For more information please call Gen Art at (312) 229-1701 or
visit www.genart.org.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 2005
INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY OF DESIGN & TECHNOLOGY OPEN HOUSE th1 North State Street, 5 Floor
10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Tour the campus of the IADT and learn more about program offerings in the following areas: Fashion Design,
Interior Design, Merchandising Management, Information Technology, Multi- Media Production & Design,
Computer Graphics and Advertising & Design. See live demonstrations in a variety of programs and ask questions
directly of faculty. For more information contact Kathleen Embry at (312) 980-9252 or kembry@iadtchicago.com.
“STREET BEAT” FASHION SHOW ON STATE State Street between Washington and Madison
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
The Chicago Loop Alliance salutes its education corridor with a free, live, high-concept fashion show along the
block of State between Washington and Madison. Models will wear fashions designed by students from the
International Academy of Design & Technology, the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, Columbia College
Chicago, and The
Illinois Institute of Art -Chicago. See original fashions flowing to the beat of a live DJ among the sidewalk crowd
and on four elevated stages! For more information contact the Chicago Loop Alliance at (312) 782-9160 or
cla@chicagoloopalliance.com.
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CONVERSATONS WITH ALEXANDER JULIAN
W Chicago - City Center
172 West Adams Street
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Join guest speaker Alexander Julian, an innovative designer and colorist, to discuss his journey through design
from menswear to home furnishings and decorating products. Julian established himself as a pioneer in introducing
color to menswear with his renowned sportswear collection, “Colours by Alexander Julian,” and was the first
American clothing designer to create his own exclusive fabrics. Examples of Julian‟s work are in the permanent
collection of the Smithsonian‟s National Museum of Design, a testament to his industry influence. For more
information please contact Devin McKenna at the Chicago Fashion Foundation, (312) 467-6371.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2005
“WHAT SHOULD I WEAR?”
Carson Pirie Scott – State Street Windows
One South State Street
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Watch as fashion stylists and Illinois Academy of Design and Technology students dress a variety of real body
shapes and sizes to determine which style of clothing looks the best on each body type. They won‟t forget the
accessories or shoes, either! Stop by and see what would look best on YOU! For more information contact
Kathleen Embry at (312) 980-9252 or kembry@iadtchicago.com.
GEN ART FRESH FACES IN FASHION 2005
Millennium Park Roof Top Garden and Promenade
Event begins at 7:00 p.m.
Renowned for launching the careers of many successful independent fashion labels including Zac Posen, Rebecca
Taylor, Louis Verdad, Hollywould, Chaiken, and Shoshanna, Gen Art announces Chicago‟s Fresh Faces in Fashion 2005. Year after year, Fresh Faces in Fashion features a carefully selected group of independent womenswear and
menswear designers on the runway, along with three exciting accessories designer installations. The 2005 show
will provide critical, high profile exposure for Chicago clothing designers Tom Bynum, Kent Nielsen, Doris Ruth,
Lara Miller, Shane Gabier, Orlando Espinoza and Michelle Tan; footwear designer Ifeanyi Chuku and jewelry
designers Zoë Oliver and Jill Alberts. Tickets can be purchased at www.genart.org, or call (312) 229-1701. For
more information go to www.genart.org.