City of Confidence Fashion Experience: Hope in Motion

Event Overview

The City of Confidence Fashion Experience by Confidence Apparel returns to Navy Pier for an immersive evening where fashion, art, wellness, and community come together with purpose.

Presented in partnership with Navy Pier and joined by Aston Martin of Glenview as the Official Luxury Auto Partner, this year’s experience brings together two worlds defined by bold design, innovation, craftsmanship, and movement.

Hosted by Emmy Award-winning journalist Jasmine Minor, City of Confidence transforms the traditional runway show into a multi-sensory experience activating all five senses—sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell.

This year’s theme, Hope in Motion, uses fashion, art, and community impact to encourage mental health, emotional wellness, meaningful connection, and the confidence to keep moving forward.

Against the backdrop of one of Chicago’s most iconic destinations, guests will experience modern luxe streetwear, live music, original art, elevated hospitality, luxury automotive design, and interactive activations. Every element is intentionally curated to create an evening that is not simply watched, but seen, heard, tasted, touched, and felt.

More than a fashion show, City of Confidence is a celebration of creativity, culture, community, and the transformative power of hope.

Aston Martin of Glenview: Official Luxury Auto Partner

Aston Martin of Glenview joins the 2026 City of Confidence Fashion Experience as its Official Luxury Auto Partner.

Recognized for iconic British design, performance, and craftsmanship, Aston Martin represents the confidence to move boldly and intentionally. Its presence adds another dimension to Hope in Motion, connecting the artistry of automotive design with the creativity and movement of fashion.

Together, Confidence Apparel and Aston Martin of Glenview are creating an elevated experience where fashion, luxury, purpose, and innovation meet.

The Five-Senses Experience

Every element of the evening is intentionally designed around the five senses:

SIGHT

A high-energy runway presentation featuring exclusive Confidence Apparel designs, luxury automotive design from Aston Martin of Glenview, visual installations, editorial photo moments, and live art by Chicago artist Jeffery Beckham.

SOUND

Live musical performances, curated sounds, and the energy of the runway come together to create the soundtrack of City of Confidence.

TASTE

Curated culinary moments, refreshments, sparkling pours, and VIP tastings create an elevated hospitality experience.

TOUCH

Interactive fashion, beauty, wellness, and lifestyle activations invite guests to engage with the experience beyond the runway.

SMELL

A curated floral and fragrance experience introduces scent as another layer of storytelling throughout the evening.

Together, the five senses transform City of Confidence from a fashion presentation into a fully immersive experience.

Experience Highlights

Guests will experience:

• A signature runway presentation featuring the latest Confidence Apparel collection.

• Aston Martin of Glenview, the Official Luxury Auto Partner of City of Confidence.

• Emmy Award-winning journalist Jasmine Minor as Master of Ceremonies.

• Special live musical performances.

• A red-carpet experience hosted by Sharaun, featuring arrivals and conversations with designers, models, partners, and VIP guests.

• Live art by Jeffery Beckham, culminating in an exclusive auction.

• Interactive fashion, beauty, wellness, art, and lifestyle activations.

• Editorial photo moments and immersive installations.

• An experience intentionally curated around all five senses.

• A purposeful celebration supporting conversations around mental health, wellness, hope, and community impact.

VIP & Media Lounge

Before the runway begins, VIP guests will enter an elevated pre-show environment designed as the first chapter of the five-senses experience.

The VIP experience includes:

• Red-carpet arrival with professional photography and media coverage.

• Chef-curated tastings.

• Sparkling pours and curated wine selections.

• VIP Glam Bar.

• Exclusive floral and fragrance experience.

• First access to select art and partner activations.

• Networking with invited guests, partners, creatives, and media.

• Curated VIP gift bag featuring products and offers from sponsors and partners.

• Priority runway seating with premium views.

Ticket Options

General Admission

Step inside the City of Confidence and experience fashion differently.

Your General Admission ticket includes:

• Admission to the City of Confidence Fashion Experience at Navy Pier.

• Full runway presentation featuring Confidence Apparel.

• Live musical performances.

• Live art experience featuring Jeffery Beckham.

• Access to interactive multi-sensory activations.

• Complimentary light refreshments and beverages.

• Immersive art, floral, fragrance, wellness, and lifestyle experiences.

• Editorial-worthy photo moments.

From fashion and music to art, fragrance, and flavor, General Admission puts you at the center of an evening designed to engage your senses and celebrate confidence.

VIP Admission

Experience City of Confidence at its highest level.

Your VIP ticket includes:

• Exclusive pre-show VIP & Media Lounge access.

• Red-carpet arrival with professional photography and media coverage.

• Chef-curated tastings.

• Sparkling pours and curated wine selections.

• VIP Glam Bar.

• Premium floral and fragrance experience.

• First access to select installations, live art, and partner activations.

• Curated VIP gift bag featuring sponsor and partner products.

• Priority runway seating with premium views.

• Exclusive networking opportunities with invited guests, partners, creatives, and media.

• Full access to the City of Confidence Fashion Experience.

From your first step onto the red carpet to the final runway moment, the VIP experience is intentionally designed to activate sight, sound, taste, touch, and smell.

Event Details

Sunday, September 27, 2026
5:00 PM–8:00 PM
Polk Bros Park at Navy Pier
Cocktail attire required

Fashion You Can Feel

See the fashion.
Hear the energy.
Taste the experience.
Touch the creativity.
Discover the scent.
Feel the confidence.

Join us at Navy Pier for an unforgettable evening where fashion moves beyond the runway and becomes an experience for every sense—and where hope is put into motion.