About MFC

Mayor’s Fashion Council

The Mayor’s Fashion Council Chicago is committed to elevating and educating local Chicago designers and boutiques. Launched in April 2006 by Mayor Richard M. Daley, the Council aims to identify the current challenges facing designers who live and work in Chicago as well as advise on ways the City and industry can work together to overcome those challenges.

A driving force in the Chicago fashion industry, the Mayor’s Fashion Council is comprised of volunteers appointed by the Mayor. The Council includes Chicago-based designers, the four fashion design schools, organizations devoted to the local fashion scene, and a cross-section of established industry leaders in Chicago fashion. An advisory Council, members meet regularly to discuss issues designers face such as resources and space, in addition to offering insight on City programming and promotions for Chicago’s growing fashion community.

Committed to establishing Chicago as a fashion destination, the Mayor’s Fashion Council will continue to develop and pool resources needed to partner leading local designers and independent boutiques with fashion-centric Chicago consumers.