Who We Are
The Chicago Fashion Vanguard is a dynamic non-profit collective comprised of fashion, event, and creative industry experts dedicated to cultivating a flourishing fashion ecosystem that positions Chicago as a trailblazer in fashion, design, and innovation.
Our goal is to spark collaboration and forge strategic partnerships that deliver one of a kind immersive experiences for consumers while nurturing emerging talent and elevating the city's creative economy.
By uniting talent, consumer-oriented brands, cultural institutions, city agencies, and other industry leaders, along with our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we are shaping the future of fashion in Chicago- one that is bold and forward thinking. Read more about some of our team leaders.
What We Are Planning
The Chicago Fashion Vanguard is dedicated to bringing world-class programming to the Loop, and specifically the LaSalle Corridor in 2026. We have a vision to bring fashion and cultural programming to help bring a new and economically vibrant, innovative, and stylish approach to this historic part of our city.
In the iconic heart of the historic and architecturally magnificent Loop, Chicago Fashion Vanguard’s fashion programming will shine a spotlight on Chicago as an incubator of groundbreaking, critically acclaimed designers, home to renown fashion schools that attract global talent, and a potential hub for world-class shopping.
Example of Recent Programming Produced by Chicago Fashion Vanguard Team Members
A taste of what’s to come
The Curio’s Opening Night of Chicago Fashion Week 2024 at the Chicago Cultural Center
(Produced in partnership with the City of Chicago and Chicago-based brands)