Do you love sewing and design?

Welcome to the Haute Couture Club of Chicago!  As Chicago’s oldest and most diverse private sewing club, we’ve been serving up sartorial satisfaction since 1964.  We take pride in our workmanship and foster a creative environment that any sewist - from the beginner to the most advanced - can be inspired by and learn from.

2024 FASHION SHOW PHOTOS

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Please note that the April 2025 program is via Zoom only due to scheduled protests in Chicago.

2024 - 2025 Meeting Schedule

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All meetings will be held at the Chicago Bar Association with a Zoom option if noted.

• September 7, 2024 - "The Iconic Wrap Dress" -  Anne Steeves, Gorgeous Fabrics.  In person and via Zoom
• October 5, 2024 - "The Amazing Bias Cut" - Julianne Bramson. In person and via Zoom
• November 2, 2024 - "Dressed in History: A Costume Collection Retrospective" - Jessica Pushor, Chicago History Museum. In person and via Zoom
• December 8, 2024 - Holiday Luncheon - Osteria Via Stato
• January 4, 2025 - "Working with Silk Fabrics" - Suzy Furrer. Via Zoom
• February 1, 2025 - "Elevate your Projects with Couture Techniques" - Lynda Maynard.  Via Zoom
• March 1, 2025 - "The Pattern Making Process of Bra Design" - Jennifer Fairbanks, Porcelynne. Via Zoom
• March 8, 2025 - SPECIAL BONUS MEETING "An Overview of Islander Sewing Techniques"  - Janet Pray. Via Zoom
• April 5, 2025 - "Create Inner Foundations" - Alison Smith, MBE.  Via Zoom Only
• May 4, 2025 - Fashion Show - Chicago Yacht Club
• June 7, 2025- "Exquisite Details of Ann Williamson's Designer Garments" - Ann Williamson Via Zoom

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Meeting Agenda

Our meetings follow the agenda below:

Socializing  9:30 - 10 am
Program  10 - 11 am
Club Business 11 am - 11:30 am
Show and Share 11:30 am - Noon

Unless otherwise stated, all HCCC meetings will be held at the Chicago Bar Association at 321 S. Plymouth Court; Chicago, IL

Upcoming Events

2025 Fashion Show - Icons of Fashion
The 2025 Fashion Show is right around the corner!  We are offering a free "plus one" ticket to members who make three or more trips down the runway. Be sure to grab your tickets now. 

Purchase Tickets

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A Pant Sloper for Every-Body with Janet Pray
What if you knew it would fit before you cut out any pattern? That’s what making a sloper will do for you!  
A sloper is a tool that lays the foundation for creating garments that fit like a dream. Under Janet Pray's expert guidance, you will gain the knowledge and confidence to master this essential technique.   

This two part workshop offers two in-person sessions with Janet Pray to develop your own personal pant sloper. 

Part 1 - September 6, 2025 after the HCCC meeting at the Chicago Bar Association

Part 2 - September 27, 2025 at Sew Anastasia Studio and including a personal consultation with Janet.
                                    $300/person

Click here to register

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The annual membership fee is $35.  ​

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Join Now!

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2024 - 2025 Board of Directors

President - Liz Houlihan
1st VP, Programs - Eve Kovacs & Robin Buscemi-Rivera
2nd VP, Membership - Sue Heiss
Treasurer - Wendy Grossman
 Secretary - Linda Anderson-Mauser

Newsletter - Zeila Schmidt
Workshops - Sue Heiss, Wendy Grossman & Liz Houlihan
Website & Social ​Media - Renée Liepins
Fashion Show Coordinator - Jane Vartan