21c Chicago

A Celebration of Chicago Style
2023-05-31 18:00 - 21:00 UTC | 21c Museum Hotel Chicago, 55 E Ontario, Chicago, IL, 60611
The Curio x 21c Museum Hotels present “A Celebration of Chicago Style” hosted by Cynthia Rowley and Nigel Barker.
Honoring & Showcasing: Iconic Chicago-based Designer Maria Pinto
Featuring: Ajovang, Lola Elan, Production Mode and Sheila Rashid
The evening will begin with an accessory presentation where attendees can view displays from several of the city’s leading accessory designers in an intimate setting/over cocktails and light bites. You will have the opportunity to engage directly with the creators behind these brands.
The event’s highlight will be the runway show, where five curated apparel designers working in various genres will present their collections.
After the show, guests can stay and mingle over drinks while enjoying 21c Hotel’s world-class art collection and the opportunity to connect with the show’s participating designers.
Both receptions will provide guests with complimentary alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, and hors d’oeuvres.
The event’s goal is to help to elevate both Chicago Fashion and the great fashion talent that resides in this city. And to show consumers the breadth of local talent they can support by buying their wares. All attendees will receive instructions on how they can purchase wares from the showcased design talent.
GET TICKETS HERE!
All tickets include access to both pre-reception, runway show and post-reception.

Event Schedule:
6:00pm: Arrivals, Photo-Ops & Accessory Designer Reception (complimentary beverages & hors d’oeuvres)
7:00pm: Fashion Show Doors Open
7:15pm: Fashion Show Begins
8:00pm: Post Show Reception (complimentary beverages)

EVENT PARTNERS:
Model Agency Partner: Select Models
Hair / Make-Up Partner: TBA
Fashion Charity Partner: Chicago Fashion Coalition
Print Media Partner: CS Magazine
Show’s Nomination Committee:
> Marlene Anzaldua (stilett0b0ss, stylist)
> Hallie Borden (Milk Handmade, Owner)
> Melody Boykin (Black Fashion Week, Founder)
> Ambar Campos (AIBI, Exec Dir)
> Melissa Gamble (Columbia College, Fashion Dept )
> Hila Geller (FGI Chicago, Co-Regional Dir)
> Christine Griffith (Blk + Brwn Market, Founder)
> Isa Giallorenzo (Fashion Writer, The Reader / New City)
> Anna Hovas Dias (Chicago Fashion Incubator, Exec Dir)
> Bhavana Jain (FGI Chicago, Co-Regional Dir)
> Marquan Jones (Chicago Fashion Coalition, President)
> Brenda Levesque (ChicCityGirl, Blogger/Podcast)
> Juli Lowe (21c Museum Hotel Chicago, Museum Manager)
> Colbey Reid (Columbia College, Fashion Dept. Chair)
> Robin Richman (Robin Richman, Owner)
> Xochil Herrera Scheer (“The Pattern Maker”)
> Katrin Schnabl (SAIC, Fashion Dept. Chair)
> Tricia Turnstal (p.45, Owner)
> Ameerah Vania (Congruent Space/stylist)
> Ceta Walters (ClarkandStone, blogger)
> Sal Yvet (salsogroovy, Stylist)
Parking:
21c Museum Hotel offers limited valet parking ($45 for up to 6 hrs) or Self-Park at ROW self-park garage next door at 50 E Ohio St. Otherwise we recommend using Uber/LYFT/Taxi or the Red Line has a stop 2 blocks away.

BEHIND THE LENS: PHOTOGRAPHY MASTERCLASS WITH NIGEL BARKER
2023-09-22 18:00 - 21:00
Join internationally renowned fashion photographer Nigel Barker as he takes you behind the lens and onto the set of a high fashion shoot.
Using images and stories from his career as a photographer and judge on America’s Next Top Model, photographing celebrity magazine covers and top advertising campaigns, Nigel will illustrate how each image was made – how he approaches his subject, achieves unexpected lighting, and pushes boundaries.
On set, Nigel will photograph three different models highlighting high fashion, a cover worthy portrait, and an action editorial shot. He will demonstrate how to sculpt the light, direct and pose a model, use props and fans while collaborating with the stylist and hair and makeup. Utilizing a high-energy atmosphere, Nigel will show how to connect and engage the model to develop an intimate relationship to create a narrative within each image.
A Stylist and Hair + Makeup team will share insight into their relationship with the photographer and tips for getting the most out of your team.
The evening will wrap with a cocktail reception with Nigel and his first assistant providing additional time to ask questions and an opportunity to be photographed by Nigel Barker.
Behind the Lens is generously sponsored by La Beaute Fatale Cosmetics & Beauty, FORD MODELS, Inspiro Tequila and MMMM… Just Enjoy! wines.
Prefer to take the elevator home after the event or extend your creative energy into the weekend? Attendees of the masterclass can receive up to 25% off an overnight stay with our Friends of the Museum special offer. RESERVE HERE
TICKET: $45
RESERVE A TICKET HERE
AGENDA:
5:30 PM Doors Open
6:00 PM Nigel Barker “Capturing the Narrative” Presentation
6:30 – 8:15 PM On Set with Nigel Barker
8:15 – 9:00 PM Cocktail reception
Levels: All photographers of every skill level are encouraged to participate.
** Please contact jlowe@21cchicago.com if you would like to participate at a reduced price.

Photo credit: Taylor Swift

Fashion's Night Out
2023-10-12 19:00 - 22:00
Curio x 21c Chicago present Fashion’s Night Out!
On October 12th, The Curio x 21c Museum Hotel Chicago will present the 2nd annual Fashion’s Night Out hosted by actress / writer Yolonda Ross (Jada on Showtime series “The Chi”) and featuring 7 of Chicago’s hottest fashion designers presented in live model vignettes. Complimentary cocktails from Inspiro Tequila & wine from Mmmm….Just Enjoy! throughout the evening, and passed hors d’oeuvres from Lure Fishbar.
Designer To Be Showcased:
DENIMCRATIC
GRÉVYI
Jeune Otte
KERCHER
Neval
NICZKA
Queendom by Romance
Evening Schedule:
7:00pm: Doors Open & Photo Opps @ Arrival Area
7:30-9:00pm: Designer Live Model Vignettes
9:00-10:00pm: Post Presentation Reception
Purchase Tickets Here Limited quantity now available!
General Admission Tickets: $75 / person
Includes: Admission, 3 hours of complimentary sponsored cocktails and wine, passed hors d’oeuvres from Lure Fishbar and fashion presentation
VIP Tickets: Very limited quantity. Only available to VIP Curio Members (who will receive 2 VIP tickets). Must sign up by Sept 29th.
Includes: Above, plus meet & greet with the evening’s participating designers and host.
Become a Curio VIP Member!
Your Evening’s Host: Actress / Writer Yolonda Ross
Yolonda Ross is an actress, writer, director and producer. She is a twice nominated IFP Spirit Award nominee, and a Gotham Award winner. Yolonda is currently enjoying her 6th season as “Jada Washington” in Lena Waithe’s Showtime series “THE CHI”. Known for her authentic and layered characters, Yolonda has worked with everyone from Denzel Washington in “ANTWONE FISHER” to David Mamet in “PHIL SPECTOR” and Angela Bassett in “WHITNEY”.
She has had recurring roles in Baz Luhrmann’s “THE GET DOWN” on Netflix, ABC’s “HOW TO GET AWAY WITH MURDER”, the mini-series “TERROR LAKE DRIVE”, and the recent Showtime “AMERICAN GIGOLO” opposite Jon Bernthal. Also, HBO’s “TREME” – which led her behind the camera to direct her short music film, “BREAKING NIGHT”.
She’s a member of NY’s famed Labyrinth Theater Company and recently finished the world premiere run of “HOW BLOOD GO” at Steppenwolf Theatre, produced by Congo Square in Chicago.
Next up on the big screen she can be seen starring opposite Liam Neeson in the feature film “THUG” – coming in 2024.
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