Oooohlala! I had such a wonderful time last night at the Macy’s Chicago Fashion Incubator show in Millennium Park! Even though they somehow lost my name on all of the door lists, I finally got into the reception and snagged a cocktail. The tent looked dramatic and awesome…and I had a reserved seat in the press pit with my name on it (swoon!) right next to the fabulous Nikeya Young!

I have a million pictures to post, but I’ll start with what I wore and a couple of crowd shots before I get to the runway pics.

 

Sleeveless Graphic Tunic and Black Blazer: Lane Bryant, Red Obi Belt: vive la femme, Knee Socks: Betsey Johnson.

 

Nikeya looks fabulous! She’s wearing a Vegan Leather Jacket by Crescendo Apparel LLC and Dress by Chinoo Designs.

My friend and Chicago stylist, Alyssa!

Nikeya and Tressa Thomas, the artistic director for ThYck Troupe Chicago.

Christina Fan (on the left) of C/FAN Designs, one of the featured designers of the show!



My knee socks kept rolling down! They were NOT made for girls with thighs! lol. Wouldn’t recommend wearing them to a major event if you have legs like mine…but they looked good when I was standing still! lol

  

I love running into Raven from Chicago Fashion Connect at all of the fashion events in the city!

 

Stella (on left) from Estrella Modas is another fashion blogger who focuses on emerging designers.

 

I loved seeing my reserved seat in the press pit!

I was happy with this outfit…I call it “Graphic Schoolgirl.” lol. I think it struck a nice balance of classic pieces with unexpected elements thown in. The blazer has strong, puffed shoulders, so I really shouldn’t have posed with my hand on my hip. I guess that’s a good tip for posing for pictures…Work with your clothes and make sure you know what looks best before you leave the house!

What do you think of this outfit? Do you like the red belt? It was a last minute addition…
OK, I have tons of pictures to sort through and post…and another event tonight!!! Check back later and the rest of the week!

xoxo