Inspired by the spirit of the 1920s, Time & Presence is an evening of fashion, film, music, and storytelling exploring how femininity, identity, and self expression evolve throughout a woman’s life.

At the heart of the show is a student-built and led creative initiative bringing together emerging designers, stylists, photographers, art directors, and production creatives to create a professional runway experience from concept to show night. This is the first step toward Bella Otér’s larger vision of building an ongoing creative student program in Evanston that connects emerging talent with working creatives, cultural institutions, and creative networks throughout Chicago and beyond.

Guests will enjoy drinks and small bites throughout the evening, followed by the runway show, an opportunity to meet the students and creatives behind the project, and an auction supporting the continued growth of the initiative.