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CHARLES
JAMES: Chicago History Museum
View
the creations of America’s first couturier. Starting as a
designer of hats in a small Chicago shop in 1925, James became one
of the most respected fashion designers with shows in Paris and
New York. James is known for the lush structural beauty of his clothes,
with sculpted ball gowns made in lavish fabrics. He dressed many
of America’s best dressed women of his generation. Balenciaga
said of his colleague “Charles James raised dressmaking from
an applied art to a pure art form”.
DESIGN FOR A LIVING WORLD: Field Museum of Natural History
Discover the link between conservation and design by examining
the work of 10 prominent designers. Using sustainable materials
harvested from around the world, designers such as Maya Lin and
Isaac Mizrahi use natural materials that support rather than deplete
endangered places, and create chic new objects for our everyday
lives. Explore their design processes through drawing plans, photographs,
and video interviews while you marvel at the finished products.
Customize the balance of your day to fit your group. Choose from
the following:
FABRIC EMPORIUM
Immerse yourself in the splendor within this premier warehouse
of fabrics from around the world. The floor to ceiling stacks surround
you in amazing color, limitless varieties of materials, unique designs
and many novelties.
THE OPRAH STORE
You may have missed her show, but now is your opportunity
to acquaint yourself with her favorites. Oprah has personally selected
clothes, accessories, gift items, books and African imports for
her large sunny shop across from HARPO STUDIOS.
MACY’S
Browse the floor that features specialty designers and
fashion houses in small boutique spaces. Also on this level is the
world famous “28 SHOP”. See a representative collection
of the latest creations from the outstanding couturiers of today.
LUNCH
Select a lunch stop to complement the day.
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