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Trans show part of Chicago Fashion Week
2018-04-18
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A transgender-themed show will be part of Chicago Fashion Week, which will take place April 23-30. ( FashionBar is presenting the weeks' events. )
Among the events is "Trans, Media and Fashion," which will take place Sunday, April 29, 4-8 p.m., at EvolveHer, 358 W. Ontario St. The show will feature designs by Angela Wang.
Some of the other events include "The Modern Minimalist" ( April 22 ), which local TV news anchor Diane Pathieu will host; "Student Showcasing Fashion Installation" ( April 25 ), which Tony Long will host; and the "Ready to Wear Show," ( April 28 ), which will be held at Baderbrau, 2515 S. Wabash Ave.
See www.fashionbarchicago.com/pages/chicagofashionweek-registration/ for more information. Tickets can be purchased at Eventbrite. |
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