On March 18, Autohaus on Edens hosted its annual Launch: Driving Fashion Forward Spring Fashion Show, this year benefiting PAWS Chicago. The evening featured trunk shows; food and drinks from Bent Fork Bakery, Knightsbridge Wine Shoppe, Morton’s The Steakhouse, The Happ Inn, and Cafe Central; silent and live auctions; “ruff”le tickets; and a fashion show featuring spring looks from local designers and boutiques. Best of all, the event raised more than $12,000 for PAWS Chicago.
If you loved a look your saw on the runway, or were unable to attend, watch the show below and find details about your favorite pieces.
Make It Better was the proud media partner of this event.
Avant for Men
Look 1
- Jack Victor high blue single breasted wool suit
- Eton multi-color cotton dress shirt
- Torino cognac leather belt
- Robert Talbott multi-color paisley tie, orange pocket square
Look 2
- Gimo’s 3/4 Italian sand color spring jacket
- Meyer navy cotton dress/casual pant
- Robert Talbott purple 4-button cotton sweater
Look 3
- Canali wool charcoal gray tuxedo
- Eton gray bib front cotton tuxedo shirt
- Robert Talbott white silk pocket square
- Jonathan Wachtel black/silver swirl studs and cufflinks
Look 4
- Eton national ad foral cotton shirt
- Bobby Jones jade color plain front cotton shorts
- Gran Sasso Italian light-weight green cotton sweater
Look 5
- Robert Talbott wool/silk/linen plaid sport coat
- Stenstroms Swedish cotton fashioned pattern sport shirt
- Mac white modern style stretch jeans
- Ferretti multi color silk pocket square
Look 6
- Isaia wool/cashmere/silk/linen Italian moss and pink plaid sport coat
- Zanella wool pearl gray year-round flat front pant
- Isaia all cotton multi-stripe dress shirt
- Ferretti multi-color silk pocket square
Juniper Boutique
Look 1
- Central Park West blazer with lace inset, $238
- N:Philanthropy “I Wanna Be Your Dog” embroidered tee, $98
- Karlie white short by DL1961, $115
Look 2
- N:Philanthropy boo high-low dress in black and white stripe with cut-out detail, $118
- Rebel Designs cuff, $190
Look 3
- N:Philanthropy Nikita deconstructed pant, $168
- N:Philanthropy Harlow slit neck star embroidery tee, $128
- Perforated tote, $56
Look 4
- N:Philanthropy shotgun dress in petal, $12
- Spanx faux-leather leggings, $98
- M Gems wrap necklace, $245
Look 5
- N:Philanthropy valero one shoulder false layer sweatshirt, $158
- DL1961 Karlie shorts in fever, $118
- Goldfine layered chain statement necklace, $176
Look 6
- N:Philanthropy serge pocket tank, $98
- BB Dakota clary leather peplum jacket, $350
- DL1961 Mara straight ankle jean in oakley, $188
- Rose quartz drop necklace, $38
Look 7
- N:Philanthropy dorado striped tee, $76
- Sanctuary pull on trooper pant, $199
- Jenny Bird Lola collar, $110
Look 8
- N:Philanthropy Edith stars embroidered tank, $108
- Backdrop ottoman rib bomber, $149
- Black Orchid Denim bardot straight fray hem grommet side jeans, $216
- Jenny Bird loop pendant, $125
Look 9
- N:Philanthropy breeze romper, $148
- Dana Reed mobius necklace, $84
- Love Lisa rose gold beaded choker, $40
Look 10
- N:Philanthropy walker sweatshirt, $148
- DL1961 Mara embroidered straight ankle, $248
- Zowee statement necklace, $272
Londo Mondo
Look 1
- Amanda Uprichard Lamar jumpsuit with sash, $242
Look 2
- Cooper & Ella sleeveless shell with bows down back, $118
- Hudson Niko raw edge hem with distressing, $208
Look 3
- Susana Monaco Brynn dress with bell sleeve, $225
Look 4
- Wooden Ships spring weight sweater with star, $115
- Atina Cristina drawstring paisley pant, $128
Look 5
- Acrobat cotton knit spring sweater, $139
- Ecru Mitchell chino short in light pink, $128
Look 6
- Atina Cristina hot pink layered blouse, $114
Look 7
- Elan cropped romper culotte, $85
Look 8
- Amanda Uprichard high neck Andrew jumpsuit, $260
Look 9
- Amanda Uprichard strapless flounce Topanga jumpsuit, $257
Look 10
- Amanda Uprichard Nolita blazer with arm slit, $288
- Amanda Uprichard wide leg Elliot pant, $209
Peach Carr
Look 1
- Pink/orange Mondrian shift dress, $325
Look 2
- Martini print skirt
- Black top with pearls at shoulder
Look 3
- Black cropped pants with “bow” print at hem, $175
Look 4
- Pink Cadillac dress with pearls, $275
Look 5
- Black skirt with “bow” flounce, $175
Look 6
- White “tux top” with sheer tails and rhinestones, $175
- A-line “bow” print skirt, $150
Look 7
- Black cold shoulder top with mesh sleeves and waist, $175
- Navy neoprene skirt with sequined mesh and hand-sewn pearls, $700
Look 8
- Black and white polka dot skirt
- Black sleeveless top
Look 9
- White with black scallops sequin crop top, $175
- Flirty black skirt with pearls at hem, $175
Look 10
- Sequined evening look, price upon request
All handbags $195
The Lake Forest Shop
Look 1
- Elda de la Rosa “Genevieve Dress” (silver gown with rhinestone cap sleeves), $2,400
Look 2
- Elda de la Rosa “Caroline Dress” (teal silk wool gown with asymmetrical neckline), $2,
575
Look 3
- Elda de la Rosa “The Elle Dress” (royal blue silk wool gown with high collar neck), $2,875
Look 4
- Elda de la Rosa “The Alejandra Dress” (halter floral embroidered top high-low skirt), $2,925
Look 5
- Elda de la Rosa “The Adrienne Dress” (dove gray silk wool cocktail dress with high collar neck and bow pocket detail), $1,600
Look 6
- Elda de la Rosa “Blue Pricilla” (blue/black rose textured ball gown), $2,625
Look 7
- Elda de la Rosa “Pricilla Gown” (platinum rose textured ball gown), $2,950
Look 8
- Elda de la Rosa “Penelope” (halter high neck gazar ball gown in natural white), $3,050
Look 9
- Elda de la Rosa “Angelica Dress” (silk chiffon accordion pleated gown in natural white), $2,475
Look 10
- Elda de la Rosa silk chiffon off-the-shoulder ruched bodice ball gown in natural white, $2,725
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