FashionBar THE SHOWS: The Shoe Show presented by MESF

FashionBar The Shows: April 2026 – The Shoe Show presented by Mary E Smith Foundation
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Conclude FashionBar The Shows: April 2026 with an elegant finale celebrating sophistication, craftsmanship, and purpose. The Shoe Show & Formal Evening Wear Presentation showcases exquisite designs that define glamour and refinement, featuring statement pieces from Chicago’s leading and emerging fashion houses.

Non-Profit Partnership
This showcase proudly supports The Mary E. Smith Foundation, whose mission is to advance brain-tumor research, early detection, and community wellness. Through this partnership, FashionBar helps further education, resources, and support for those impacted by brain-tumor diagnoses.

Event Itinerary
Doors Open: 2:00 PM
Red Carpet & Media Interviews: 2:30 PM
Cocktail Reception: 3:00 PM
Runway Opens: 3:45 PM
Introduction & Promotional Video Premiere
Announcement of Mary E. Smith Foundation Award Recipient
Shoe Show Introduction – Spotlight on the Mary E. Smith Foundation
Opening Showcase: Various Brands – The Shoe Show
Acknowledgment of Shoe Show Auction Winner
Final Red Carpet Moments – Featuring the Mary E. Smith Foundation & Team
Event Concludes: 6:00 PM

This event marks the finale of FashionBar The Shows: April 20 – 26, 2026, with The Marketplace offering a Chicago fashion experience featuring designer apparel and custom pieces.

Hair & Makeup Partnership
Hair and makeup for all models are provided by Paul Mitchell Chicago, crafting the polished looks that define FashionBar’s signature runway aesthetic.

Contact Us
Email: fashionweek@fashionbarchicago.com
Website: www.fashionbartheshows.com
Phone: 312-542-4210
FashionBar LLC – Water Tower Place (Level 3)
835 North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611

Love the Fashion, Raise the Bar!the SHoe Show presented by

the mary e smith foundation