The Shows: October 2026
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FashionBar: The Shows — October 2026 Runway Recap
Relive the October 2026 season through the official FashionBar runway galleries, featuring the designers, collections, and creative presentations showcased during the Trans Media Fashion Show on Friday, October 2, and and The Collective Runway Show on Saturday, October 3, 2026 on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile. .
The October season brought together nearly 15 independent fashion brands and organizations across two distinct runway productions, celebrating creativity, inclusivity, sustainability, and emerging talent within Chicago’s fashion industry.
Through the Trans Media Fashion Show and The Collective Runway Show, FashionBar continued its commitment to providing independent designers with a professional platform to showcase their collections, connect with audiences, and contribute to Chicago’s growing fashion community.
Trans Media Fashion
The Trans Media Fashion Show, held on October 2, 2026, celebrated inclusivity, identity, and self-expression through fashion, highlighting transgender and non-binary models alongside independent designers. The evening featured a cocktail reception, red carpet interviews, a performance by Luna Eclipse, and runway presentations.
Presented in support of the Broadway Youth Center in partnership with the Vernita Gray Council of Howard Brown Health, the event promoted community engagement and LGBTQ+ equity.
Featured designers and organizations: Out of the Closet, Haley from 3rd Period, The Brown Elephant, and IAMTONYLONG.
Production partners: Paul Mitchell Chicago (hair and beauty), Spirits & Spice (beverages), and Ariana DJ (music).
The collective Runway Show
The Collective Runway Show, held on October 3, 2026, showcased independent designers representing diverse fashion categories, from emerging labels to established brands. The evening featured a cocktail reception, red carpet interviews, special entertainment, and runway presentations celebrating creativity, craftsmanship, and Chicago’s growing fashion industry.
Presented in support of the Mary E. Smith Foundation, the event helped raise awareness for brain tumor research, early detection, education, and community wellness.
Featured designers and brands: Lucy Wang, IAMTONYLONG, Second Sense Lab, ObasAfrique, Jea Acho, ArtHouse, Neptunes Female Clothing, Nancy Hanson, RaymondPNG, and Fabbri Furs.
Production partners: Tricoci School (hair and beauty), Spirits & Spice (beverages), and Ariana DJ (music).
If you’ve missed this season for FashionBar The Shows, you can prepare to attend the next season scheduled for April 2027! Click this link to secure your tickets!
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