FashionBar The SHOWS: October 2025 - Formal & Evening Wear Show

Garment in cover photo designed by Luminous Bridal by photo credit Bourne.foto.

CHICAGO - We are pleased to announce FashionBar - The Shows FashionBar an experience bringing fashion enthusiasts , influncers, press, media buyers into a B2B and B2C environment advancing Chicago fashion designers and fashion brands. FashionBar The Shows kicks off on Setpember 27th with the Designer Reveal and the scheduled runway shows are from October 2nd to October 5th, 2025 at Water Tower Place on Chicago's Magnificent Mile.

Conclude the fashion extravaganza with a grand finale, the Evening Wear showcase. This glamorous presentation of elegant evening wear captivates the senses and sets the stage for the wrap-up of FashionBar The Shows!

The Evening Wear Show will take place at Water Tower Place, FashionBar Level 3, 835 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611. This four-hour event is not only a celebration of fashion but also a charitable initiative, in partnership with The Mary E Smith Foundation.

You can learn more/donate to the Mary E Smith Foundation by clicking this link here.

Non-Profit Beneficiary - The Mary E Smith Foundation

The Mary E Smith Foundation exists “To provide the resources to assist in the early detection and prevention of brain tumors; to support education and research in the neurosciences through scholarships; to award grants to health care organizations; to provide financial assistance for brain tumor screenings for underserved families; to promote healthy living and lifestyles through health awareness; to conduct and/or support community programs dedicated to the improvement of health, wellness and overall quality of life” – Mary E Smith website.

By partnering with the Mary E Smith Foundation, we contribute to the mission of supporting those impacted by brain tumors and promoting advancements in early detection and prevention.

The Mary E. Smith Foundation VIP $60 Ticket offers: reserved seating for stunning designer collections, a complimentary drink, light bites, curated music, and access to a cash bar. Your ticket also includes admission to The Marketplace on April 26-27, 2025. Celebrate fashion and purpose in style!

We are excited to annouce our Hair and Make-up sponsor provided by Paul Mitchell Chicago who will be providing all the models will the looks needed to slay the runway!

The Evening Wear showcase opens with a cocktail reception at 2:00 PM, offering an elegant start to a week of FashionBar The Shows. Guests—including press, media, models, buyers, editors, stylists, PR professionals, VIPs, celebrities, influencers, and fashion enthusiasts—will enjoy an exclusive preview of designer samples before the runway begins.

Featured Designers

• Deandria Collins (DDLuxuryShop) – Glamorous, couture-inspired eveningwear and bold clubwear, distinguished by statement embellishments, intricate 3D embroidery, and unapologetic femininity.
• Amitha Fashions – A women’s boutique specializing in authentic Indian clothing, including sarees, lehengas, party wear, and wedding attire, sourced directly from skilled Indian weavers.
• Jonathan Thedford - is a Chicago-based designer whose work blends Old Hollywood glamour with modern femininity. Inspired by a Dorothy Dandridge–style sketch from his youth, he taught himself sewing and patternmaking, ultimately founding Jonathan Thedford to create elegant pieces that empower women with confidence and sophistication.

Event Itinerary

• Doors Open: 2:00 PM
• Red Carpet & Media Interviews: 2:30 PM
• Cocktail Reception: 2:30 PM
• Runway Opens: 3:00 PM
• Welcome & Announcements: 3:00 PM
• Designer Showcasing: Following announcements
• Event Concludes: 6:00 PM

This event is part of FashionBar The Shows: October 2–5, 2025, with The Marketplace offering a Chicago fashion experience featuring designer apparel and custom items.

Contact Us
Email: fashionweek@fashionbarchicago.com
Website: www.fashionbartheshows.com
Phone: 312-542-4210
FashionBar LLC – Water Tower Place (Level 3)
835 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

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