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Closet Meets Couch: Curate Your Look & Living Space
Co-hosted by: FGI Chicago & City Haus
Styled by: Letty Sparrow
Get ready for a one-of-a-kind styling experience that reimagines how fashion and interiors speak to each other. Closet Meets Couch invites you to step inside four immersive vignettes—each designed to spark inspiration for both your wardrobe and your home.
This isn’t your average networking event. It’s a creative showcase featuring some of Chicago’s most talented designers, artists, and stylists—ready to help you rethink your personal aesthetic from the closet to the couch.
Explore the Four Signature Vignettes
Structured Cool – Power & Presence
Relaxed Luxe – Ease & Escape
Playful Chic – Play & Personality
Sleek & Sexy – Intimacy & Intuition
Guests Will Have the Opportunity To
Meet local designers + creatives behind the looks
Shop select garments + accessories featured in the displays
Get styling tips from interior designers + fashion pros
Connect with a community of creatives, design lovers, and industry leaders
Come curious, come inspired—and leave with a new vision for how your style and space can align.
Featured Brands
Grace Federighi Art - Figurative works with timeless elegance and unexpected edge—perfect for interiors or wardrobe inspiration that brings personality alive.
Jamie Hayes — Production Mode - Ethical slow fashion with sculpted tailoring, luxe color contrasts, and intentional design that empowers—from boardroom to living room.
KOUSH - Chicago-born glamour redefined. Streetwear with luxe craftsmanship that’s bold, modern, and unapologetically feminine.
Leg Appeal - Where hosiery becomes art. From layered mesh to statement stripes—elevating the everyday with flair.
MAANCY, Jewelry and Objects - Heirloom-quality modernist silver jewelry designed to be convertible. Offering multiple ways to wear and style each piece; enhancing the jewelry's versatility and timeless appeal.
NYET Jewelry - Metal, leather, and raw geometry fused into jewelry with an industrial edge. Unisex, wearable, and striking.
Shernett Swaby - Daring couture created for every body. Her sculptural tailoring balances artistic edge with wearable confidence.
Stephane St. Jaymes - Theatrical silhouettes, bold details, couture-level drama—pieces that make a statement, no explanation needed.
Kham'ryn B - Designed with all body types in mind, Kham'ryn B offers bold fashion with fun prints and colors to elevate your wardrobe.
Fu / Co Labs - Architecture and structural, Fu/Co is all about the elements of what makes us all unique with its DNA woven into every garment.
Sew Handpan School Chicago - Rodrigo Bussad's soothing handpan music will charm the night for guests to enjoy and learn about this beautiful instrument.
Embelliv Shoes - The uniquely hand embroidered sneakers can take you from the office to a night out with friends and the best part--they're designed with comfort in mind!
Hosts & Partners
FGI Chicago — A 501(c)(6) professional organization dedicated to advancing the careers of fashion and design professionals in the Chicagoland area. We deliver year-round programming—panels, networking events, trend presentations—and foster community through mentorship, education, and partnerships that bridge fashion, interiors, and creative industries.
DeAnna Spoerl — Inner Image Strategist & FGI Chicago Board Member. At Letty Sparrow, you’ll discover bespoke, collectible pieces that go beyond trends. Each garment reflects the artistry and attention to detail that Chicago’s designers are known for—impeccable fit, custom tailoring, and innovative designs that celebrate individuality. This isn’t just about clothes; it’s about finding pieces that resonate with who you are and valuing fashion as an asset—handmade, one-of-a-kind, and truly special.
City Haus Chicago — Specializing in personalized design services that blend artistry with functionality to craft homes that truly reflect your lifestyle. With exclusive access to a diverse network of skilled artisans, we curate distinctive, comfortable interiors that elevate everyday living.
Who Should Attend
FGI members, design-minded professionals, creative entrepreneurs, and the public looking to harmonize their wardrobe and living spaces.
Registration & Tickets
Public: $40
FGI Member: $25 with code (check your email or contact [email protected] / text 312-725-8272)
Student: $20 with code & valid student ID (contact [email protected] / text 312-725-8272)
Sponsorship Opportunities
Perfumer/Floral/Candle Partner: Provide signature sprays or candles for take-homes.
Refreshment Sponsor: Underwrite wine & bites in exchange for branded signage.
Media Partner: Photo/video coverage credited to FGI, City Haus & Letty Sparrow.
Contact & Coordination
FGI Chicago | fgi.org/chicago | email: [email protected] | phone: 312-725-8272
City Haus Chicago | cityhauschicago.com | email: [email protected] | phone: 312-800-3866
Letty Sparrow | lettysparrow.com
Event Links
Tickets: https://go.evvnt.com/3239000-0
Facebook: https://go.evvnt.com/3239000-2
