Our Events
Fashion Matters Chicago hosts an annual fundraiser event with smaller events throughout the year, focusing on fashion and style. Our events are located in downtown Chicago, the northern suburbs, as well as on Zoom!
Fashion Program for Teens Pt. 2
June 5, 12 & 19, 2021
Want a cool way to meet teens all over the globe? Sound exciting?
Interested in learning fashion styles while boosting your self-confidence?
Want to change the world through ethical, sustainable fashion?
What if you can experience all of these in the comfort of your own home?
Join us for our second installment of the Fashion Program for Teens summer session! Connect with international attendees from countries around the globe and learn about new fashion trends.
Professional Presence—How to Project Leadership
February 9, 2021
Lula Kiah demonstrates how nonverbal communication is an extraordinarily powerful tool for virtual meetings. This has been the subject of study for many social scientists, philosophers and psychologists. Nonverbal communication is defined as all wordless interactions, including hand gestures, posture, facial expressions and eye contact. In addition to this, vocal intonation, speaking style, speed and tone all affect how you converse with others specially in a virtual environment.
The Autumn Trend
September 23, 2020
Fall trends, colors & Best outfits for family pictures. Ali Becker, a successful family photographer specializing in young families, gives her top tips and tricks for nailing the perfect family photo session.
Beyond Fashion - From College to Corporate
August 11 & 18, 2020
Two-day event which helps answer the most pressing questions for recent college grads looking to nail their first interview or first day on the new job. This event breaks down body language, confidence styling cues and more!
Virtual International FASHION CAMP
June 6, 13 & 20, 2020
Join over 500 students who are building #fashion skills, collaborating with friends online, and gaining confidence—all from the comfort of home. For ages 12-16
Beyond Fashion—5 Webinar Series to Upgrade Your Style
5 Wednesdays, April 29—May-27, 2020
Stuck in a rut? Join us to discover what it means to have a signature personal style! We are covering everything from what colors look best on you, how to change an outfit with accessories and how to maximize your wardrobe.
Your Style ID
April 30, 2020
Have you ever said “I have nothing to wear”? Are you ready to join the thousands of women who have discovered the secret to dressing fabulously?
Timeless Style from Jackie - an American Treasure
March 7, 2020
Our 2020 annual fundraiser event highlights the original influencer - Jackie Kennedy.
Executive Presence Seminar
January 29, 2020
This seminar, held at the Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago is led by our keynote speaker - Lula Kiah who details how your presence - the way you communicate, behave and look all plays a part in how you are perceived as a leader.
Givenchy: Ladylike Style Inspiring Feminine Fashion
March 2, 2019
Our 2019 annual fundraiser event showcases the designer Givenchy and how the brand helps inspire women toward elegant, feminine fashion.
Coco Chanel - Developing your Signature Style
March 3, 2018
Our 2018 annual fundraiser event drew influence from designer Coco Chanel and explored how women can elevate their sense of style through small fashion tips applied to everyday life.
Fashion Forward
March 25, 2017
Our 2017 annual fundraiser event brought a special guest - New York based fashion designer Leonor Silva who spoke to attendees about the importance of fashion in bringing your best self out in everything you do.
Reawakening the Art of Dress
April 9, 2016
Our Spring Fashion Seminar included networking, lunch and a presentation with the author of the Lost Art of Dress! Linda Przybyszewski shared her words of wisdom on fashion and the art of dress.