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CHICAGO COLLEGE FASHION WEEK

in Lifestyle on 10/21/16

Hi guys!

Happy Friday! How was your week? Aren’t you glad it’s Friday? I know I am!

I had a long long week and I’m excited about this weekend because one of BFF is visiting and we’ll celebrate her 30th birthday!! YAY!

Last weekend was amazing too! This past Saturday I had the pleasure to attend a super fun fashion show called “Chicago College Fashion Week” sponsored by Foray Collective, Her Campus, and Show Me Your Mumu. It was my first time attending and I believe it was the second time it happened in Chicago, but I certainly hope they come back next year! Let me tell you a little bit of my experience.

The fashion show took place at 1st Ward Events (inside Chop Shop). If you haven’t been there, you should totally check it out! Especially because it’s in Wicker Park, which is one of the trendiest neighborhoods in Chicago. I had the chance to take one of my closest friends who was visiting from Venezuela, so it was a blast to check out all the booths with her at the event. We took photos and created boomerangs, ate KIND bars, had our make ups done, got an eyebrow wax thanks to European Wax Center, got a manicure tool set from Bertha Watches and many other fun activities!

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I was lucky enough to wear this amazing crop top and skirt from Show Me Your Mumu. What do you guys think?

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Special thanks to the girls of Show Me Your Mumu for making me feel so pretty!!

Top – Here // Skirt – Here

As for the show, there were four different ones and the looks were modeled by real college students and it was the cutest thing ever! They did an amazing job! Congrats to all the babes who where courageous enough to walk down the runway! I’m sure it was hard, but unforgettable experience!! Looks were accessorize thanks to Rebecca Minkoff and Vince Camuto.

Here are some pics of my favorite looks of the show. Enjoy!!

The first one was called “Study Chic” featuring “My Social Canvas”:




 

The second one was “Festival” featuring “Show Me Your Mumu” ( A Foray Collective Designer):



 

The third one was “Rush” featuring “Ali & Ariel” and “Frill”:

rush-1

 

And last but not least the “Girls Night Out” show featuring “Bow & Drape”:

bow-1

I have to admit that Show Me Your Mumu was by far my favorite. It reminded me of Lollapalooza and it has me dreaming about Coachella next year! What do you guys think? Which one do you like better?

We also received an incredible bag full of gifts! Seriously, the best one I’ve received so far! It had Drybar products and a certificate for a free blowout, MaidenForm thigh high socks, a StyleWatch magazine, the new Fitbit Flex 2, body lotions from European Wax Center, a Rebecca Minkoff make up bag, a special discount for a beautiful watch from Bertha Watches, Rihanna’s new perfume (RiRi) thanks to Perfumania, an Essie Fall nail polish and many other great gifts!!

Now you believe is the coolest gift bag ever? Check out what was inside and let me know your thoughts!





What do you think of the event? Is this something you’d go to?
Let me know in the comments below!

Well guys, thank you so much for stopping by and enjoy your weekend!

XO,
 
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*Brought to you by Foray Collective

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  1. chichi says

    November 18, 2016 at 12:46 pm

    wow what a great event for young talent! love ur outfit too!
    http://www.thestyletune.com

    Reply
  2. Alison says

    November 3, 2016 at 10:33 am

    Hey ! Your collections are too good !! But you can bring Step out in this wear-anywhere dress from B Darlin, with a standout print and chic handkerchief hem. lace evening dresses

    Reply
  3. Zorica says

    November 2, 2016 at 7:38 am

    Looks like you had an amazing time
    I love gifts too 😀
    xx
    https://theonethattravels.wordpress.com/

    Reply
  4. Aly says

    November 1, 2016 at 7:46 am

    What a fun event

    <3 | X ALY | Aly In Wanderland | New Post

    Reply
    • Ways Of Style says

      November 1, 2016 at 11:18 am

      It was amazing!
      Thanks for stopping by!
      XO
      Aimara

      Reply
  5. Mel says

    October 31, 2016 at 9:26 pm

    Wow, this looks like such a good experience! You look like you had a total blast 🙂

    http://www.pennyanddash.com

    Reply
    • Ways Of Style says

      November 1, 2016 at 11:19 am

      I really did!
      Thank you so much for stopping by babe!
      XO
      Aimara

      Reply
  6. leather jackets says

    October 31, 2016 at 10:50 am

    “CHICAGO COLLEGE FASHION WEEK” looks like a great fun! But I like this.
    https://www.boutiqueken.com/cat/men

    Reply
    • Ways Of Style says

      October 31, 2016 at 4:14 pm

      Thank you so much! It really was!
      XO
      Aimara

      Reply
  7. Floortje says

    October 31, 2016 at 10:17 am

    Looks like a great fashion week!

    Xx,

    || FLOORTJELOVES ||

    http://www.floortjeloves.com
    http://www.bloglovin.com/blogs/floortjeloves-12198253

    Reply
  8. PutAllOnMe says

    October 29, 2016 at 4:02 am

    Oh, I love events like this. Lot’s of girl & different outfits 🙂
    You look great!
    xx
    http://putitallonme.com/

    Reply
    • Ways Of Style says

      October 31, 2016 at 10:46 am

      Yes it was so much fun!
      Thanks for stopping by babe!
      XO
      Aimara

      Reply
  9. Isabella Leyva says

    October 28, 2016 at 7:00 pm

    Such a cool experience! I wish we had this here in Costa Rica
    xx Isabella
    http://www.angulo28blog.com/gucci-love/ | angulo 28 blog | @angulo28blog

    Reply
    • Ways Of Style says

      October 31, 2016 at 10:42 am

      It was great babe!
      Thanks for stopping by!
      XO
      Aimara

      Reply
  10. Luxe Toutou says

    October 27, 2016 at 7:25 am

    Magnificent !
    Kiss, Lucie,
    https://www.luxetoutou.com

    Reply
    • Ways Of Style says

      October 27, 2016 at 9:32 am

      Thanks babe! Glad you like it!
      XO
      Aimara

      Reply
  11. Настя says

    October 27, 2016 at 6:19 am

    Perfect! I love and i follow your blog, please follow me too
    http://alamodenatine.blogspot.com/

    Reply
    • Ways Of Style says

      October 27, 2016 at 9:32 am

      Thank you so much babe!
      XO
      Aimara

      Reply
  12. Aly says

    October 26, 2016 at 11:11 pm

    Looks like an awesome event

    <3 | X ALY | Aly In Wanderland | New Post

    Reply
    • Ways Of Style says

      October 27, 2016 at 9:30 am

      It was so much fun! Can’t wait for next years!
      Thanks for stopping by!
      XO
      Aimara

      Reply
  13. Floortje says

    October 26, 2016 at 3:05 am

    Looks like you had an amazing time!

    Xx,

    || FLOORTJELOVES ||

    http://www.floortjeloves.com
    http://www.facebook.com/floortjeloves

    Reply
    • Ways Of Style says

      October 26, 2016 at 9:15 am

      Yes we did!
      Thanks for stopping by!
      XO
      Aimara

      Reply
  14. Maryam says

    October 25, 2016 at 10:52 pm

    It sounds like it was a fun event! Great photos too babe!

    xo, Maryam
    http://www.glamandposh.com

    Reply
    • Ways Of Style says

      October 26, 2016 at 9:15 am

      Thanks Maryam!
      It was so much fun!
      XO
      Aimara

      Reply
  15. Kandja Sylla says

    October 25, 2016 at 8:15 pm

    This was such a fun event! How I wish I was there too. Gorgeous ladies showing off their superb style plus those goodies–wow! xx

    http://www.prettyweirdbombshell.com/get-to-know-me-birthday-edition/

    Reply
    • Ways Of Style says

      October 26, 2016 at 9:15 am

      Maybe next year babe! It was so much fun!
      Thanks for stopping by!
      XO
      Aimara

      Reply
  16. Jamie says

    October 25, 2016 at 3:30 pm

    Looks like a fun event! Love those looks!

    Jamie
    http://treatsandtrendsblog.com/

    Reply
    • Ways Of Style says

      October 25, 2016 at 4:17 pm

      Thanks babe!
      It was amazing! I had a blast!
      XO
      Aimara

      Reply
  17. Tina says

    October 22, 2016 at 3:30 am

    Chicago College Fashion Week looks so fun! I love what you wore!

    Tina
    http://www.justatinabit.com

    Reply
    • Ways Of Style says

      October 25, 2016 at 4:18 pm

      It was amazing! Show me your mumu is the best!! Love their pieces!
      Thanks for stopping by babe!
      XO
      Aimara

      Reply

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