Incubator Designers Take on New York City

A few weeks ago, Macy's provided our designers with a WONDERFUL opportunity: to fly to New York City, have lunch with the head of Macy's, Terry Lundgren, and visit Tommy Hilfiger in his showroom!

Read all about the designer's adventure first hand on Lagi Nadeau's Blog!

Happy Holidays from the Chicago Fashion Incubator

From our Chicago Fashion Incubator family to yours!

Pictured from Left to Right: Jane Hamill, Brooke Conrady, Christina Monley, 

LaTonya Williams, Rachel Frank, Sarah Church, Lagi Nadeau, Amy Olson, and Julia Tiedt

Special Thanks to Michelle Wodzinski Photography & Film for taking our holiday picture!

Do you want to be a CFI Designer in Residence?

Applications due in ONE WEEK!!

Download the application now. 

Here are the type of applicants we are looking for:

• Designers with 1 - 2 years of experience in the Industry
• Someone who wants the support of a community of designers
• A desire to learn the business side of things from Mentors who have "been there before"
• A willingness to commit and drive to commit to a year of programming 

If that sounds like you, then c'mon!! Get your application in by Tuesday, November 27th by 5:00pm. If that sounds like someone you know, then forward the information to them.

If you'd like a peek into what it's like to be a Designer in Residence at the Chicago Fashion Incubator? Watch this video from Glossed and Found!

Go here to download the application.

Questions about the Program? Email Julia at julia@chicagofashionincubator.org

Chicago Fashion Incubator runway show at Fashion Focus

 

The designers of the Chicago Fashion Incubator presented by Macy's show was an incredible success and we're so happy to have shared such an amazing experience with all those present!

The rain was relentless and the winds were wicked that night but that didn't stop us from having a packed house and a rockin' show!

The evening was a wonderful culmination of our designers' hard work and talent and we're so proud of each and every one of them. Thank you to everyone who attended the event, we really appreciate your support! 

If you missed it, below are links to the press and media coverage for The Designers of the Chicago Fashion Incubator Presented by Macy's show. Take a look at some of the incredible coverage!

Glossed and Found - (VIDEO) See the awesome video that started the show!

NBC Chicago

Chicago Sun Times

Chicago Sun Times Splash

Time Out Chicago

Fashion Files Magazine

Your Trendy Magazine

Racked Chicago

Second City Style 

Chicago Shopping 

Gapers Block

Now You Know

A special thank you to our sponsors for which this event would not be possible without!

Macy's

CS Magazine

Ford Models Chicago

Mario Tricoci

Frost Lighting

Uber
VeeV VitaFrute
Frost Lighting
Kind Bars
H.Bloom

Lake Media Printers

CFI Workshop September 18! Starting a Fashion Business

Are You a Start-Up? We have a workshop for you!

"How to Build Your Fashion Business From the Ground Up"

The workshop will be held at CFI and is open to the public. 

What: "How to build your fashion business from the ground up"

When: Tuesday, September 18th, 8:30 am

Where: Chicago Fashion Incubator at Macy's on State Street, 11th floor

Why: We want to meet YOU - the fashion community of Chicago

Presenter: Jane Hamill 
Who: This workshop is open to the public. All are welcome!

Cost: $15.00

What You'll Learn: 

• How to turn your ideas into a viable business
• What business licenses you need and how to get them
• How to research your product niche, customer, and competition
• How to get your samples made
• How many pieces should be in your line 

We'll have plenty of hot coffee and bagels on hand! Jane's presentation will go from 8:30 - 9:30, then Q and A from 9:30 - 10 am. Come ready to learn and armed with questions!

Register Now!

Want to invite some friends? Send them here: http://cfiseminar.eventbrite.com/

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2013/2014 Application Open House

Hello Designers!!

Today is the Day! This evening from 5:00-7:00pm, the Chicago Fashion Incubator will be hosting an Open House for designers interested in our 2013/2014 Designers in Residence Program!  The 2013/2014 Application will also become available on our website (www.chicagofashionincubator.org)!

If you are interested in attending our open house tonight, here are directions on how to get to us once inside Macy's on State:

We are located at Macy's on State Street, on the 11th floor.
Enter through the State and Randolph St. entrances. When you enter Macy's you will be in women's handbags.
 Walk South past the COACH counter and then past the TOUS counter.

In between the TOUS and LINKS OF LONDON counters is the hallway to the associate elevators.
 The elevators are green carpeted with linoleum flooring.
Take these elevators to the 11th floor.
 If you have entered into cream marble elevators, those only head to 7 and you went into the hallway between COACH and TOUS rather than TOUS and LINKS.
Exit those elevators at 1, walk a little further South to go to the elevator hallway located between TOUS and LINKS.

Upon arriving at the 11th floor lobby, there will be an Incubator Employee to greet you and direct you to our location.

Please feel free to call with any questions you may have: 312-781-5039.  We look forward to seeing you tonight!