Chicago Collective Women's Edition 2027

A key regional trade event held at The Merchandise Mart showcasing women’s contemporary and elevated fashion brands. It allows brands to directly engage with retailers and buyers in the Midwest market.

Chicago Collective Women's, February–March 2027

The next Chicago Collective Women's market runs Sunday February 28 to Tuesday March 2, 2027 on the 7th floor of THE MART (the Merchandise Mart) in Chicago. Hours are 9am–6pm on Sunday and Monday and 9am–3pm on the Tuesday. The organizer has also set the following market for August 29–31, 2027.

What it is

Chicago Collective Women's is a twice-yearly wholesale market of women's apparel, accessories, footwear and lifestyle brands, run by Merchandise Mart Properties (MMPI) at THE MART. Brands show in an open-booth format on a single floor; the organizer cites 400+ brands and 20+ events, including an opening night party.

Who can attend

• Trade only. The show is open to credentialed retail buyers and exhibitors; the public and non-retailers are not admitted, and solicitation by sourcing agents, manufacturers, agencies and other third parties is prohibited.
• Credentials. New buyers pre-register online with photo ID, one proof of business (retail licence, store lease or tax ID) and one proof of employment. Approved badges are emailed to print at home; returning buyers get theirs automatically about a week before.
• Appointments. The show is appointment driven, though walk-ins at booths are possible, and exhibitors commit to all three days.
• Travel. Buyers who book through the official housing partner, onPeak, can claim a hotel reimbursement at the show office, and discounted validated parking is offered at the MartParc Wells garage.