Chicago|Featured Event
On the Rise: Celebrating FGI Chicago’s Rising Stars—Past and Future
Event Details
Join FGI Chicago for On the Rise, an evening celebrating the accomplishments of past Rising Star winners while introducing the next generation of emerging fashion professionals.
Hear firsthand from the 2024 FGI Chicago Rising Star Awards Winners as Teddi Krochman, Samantha Dong, Nasreen Hussain, and Dana Asady reflect on their experiences since receiving the award. Moderated by FGI Chicago Regional Director Jess Crane, the conversation will explore how winning the Rising Star Award has influenced their careers, businesses, creative journeys, and the opportunities that have followed.
Connect with the 2026 FGI Chicago Rising Star Awards Finalists as they showcase their portfolios, brands, and latest work. Engage with Chicago’s emerging designers, creatives, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals before the 2026 FGI Chicago Rising Star Awards. FGI Chicago members will also have their final opportunity to cast their vote before member voting officially closes.
Whether you’re looking to discover new talent, expand your professional network, or gain insight from past Rising Star winners, On the Rise offers a unique opportunity to celebrate Chicago’s fashion community while looking toward its future.
Thursday, September 17, 2026
6:00–9:00 PM
Hosted by ALLY Shoes
Industrious Central Loop
230 S. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60604
Tickets
- FGI Chicago Members: $25
- Public General Admission: $35
Light refreshments will be served.
Limited capacity. Advance registration is required.
2026 FGI Chicago Rising Star Award Finalists
Footwear
Yohance Lacour — YJL
Vanessa Arroyo — SERES®
Holly Garrard — Fundae Shoes
Fashion Designer — Ready to Wear
Angela Aeschliman — Aesch Liman, Co.
Brian S. Leon — KOUSH
Raj Patel — Karmic Couture
Fashion Stylist
Rahela Tanase — Intuitive Fashion & Rahela Designs
Christina Schutz — Lookbook Stylist
Matteo Frausto — The Thrifted Gay
Fashion Content Creator
Juliann Brown — Juliann Marie
Brit Cooper Robinson — Dressing for the Dopamine
Ticara Devone — Ticara Devone
Beauty
Shureice Kornegay — Fleeky Friday
Alexandra Carrillo — By The Polish
Darrell Spencer — Crowned Skin