Overview
- The 11-day program runs Oct. 9–19 across Chicago and nearby suburbs with runway shows, markets, exhibits and hands-on workshops.
- Organizers report surging interest, with the opening VIP event at capacity and a pause on new event submissions due to volume.
- Many happenings are open to the public or free, though select shows and signature programs require registration or paid tickets.
- Highlights include the City of Confidence at Navy Pier on Oct. 12 and Fleurotica at the Garfield Park Conservatory on Oct. 16, which is sold out and will livestream on YouTube.
- A new Chicago Fashion Summit, produced with the Apparel Industry Board, Inc. and Fashion Group International, offers career and business training with tickets starting at $129.25.