The Stylist Symposium of Chicago – Chicago, IL

Join us for the inagural Stylist Symposium of Chicago presented by Rachel J Styling during Chicago Fashion Week! This event will take place on Thursday, October 17th at the historic PENDRY on Michigan Avenue from 1:30-4pm.

Get ready for an inspiring afternoon highlighting the diverse careers and creative work of some of Chicago’s most influential and trailblazing Fashion Stylists. Learn from industry experts and expand your knowledge on what is possible in this field. This symposium is a unique opportunity to connect with stylists, like-minded fashion professionals and entrepreneurs. We’re creating a space to ignite collaboration and develop meaningful designer and brand partnerships.

The insightful discussion will cover a range of topics from how to break into the industry and build meaningful partnerships, overcoming roadblocks, making a name for yourself in a competitive and crowded landscape, and the future of the styling industry in Chicago and beyond.

Introducing the powerhouse panel:

• Theresa DeMaria – Senior Fashion Editor/Stylist at JWC Media
• Nasreen Hussain – Creative Director/Stylist – Humans of High Fashion
• Sal – Lead Stylist & Founder of The Look Authority
• Tali Kogan – Personal Stylist/Coach & Founder of MALKARI

Moderator + Contributor

• Rachel J Penca – Founder of Rachel J Styling and Fashion Styling Professor at Columbia College Chicago

Event Program:

1:30-2:00pm Check-in, passed canapes by Pendry Chefs, refreshments, networking and photo opps.

2:00pm-3:15pm Stylist introductions, panel discussion, audience Q&A and designer recognition

3:15-4:00pm More photo opps. Sweet bites and refreshments. Connect and collaborate.

4:00pm Bar Pendry opens for more socializing + networking!

Ticket Information: Tickets are available now. Secure your spot – space is limited!

* Early Registration: Available through September 30th, $20

* Standard Registration: Available October 1st – October17th, $25

*Student Rate: Available through October 17th, $10 Must show valid student ID at door

Rachel J Styling was founded in 2013 by Chicago native, Rachel Jimenez Penca. With almost 20 years in the fashion industry, Rachel J’s work spans celebrity, commercial, editorial, wedding and personal styling. Rachel is also an Adjunct Professor of Fashion Styling at Columbia College Chicago.