Chicago: Weekend Shopping Guide 8.28-8.30

August 30th
Akira Fashion Show
Galleria Marchetti | 825 W. Erie St.
Akira hold its 6th annual Garden of Eden fashion show at Galleria Marchetti. Doors open at 4:30pm. Show Begins at 6:30pm and advance tickets are available for $15 at imermanangels.org, and any Akira location. Tickets can also purchase tickets for $20 at the door the evening of the event. VIP tickets are $100 and include a private entrance, cocktail bar, hors d’oeuvres, exclusive seating, an Akira gift, and more. Event proceeds go toward Imerman Angels, a nationwide not-for-profit organization that provides one-on-one cancer support.
August 29th-30th
The Randolph Street Market Festival
1350 West Randolph St.
This weekend the Randolph Street Market Festival features a back to school theme from Sautrday, 10am-5pm, to Sunday, 10am-4pm. A two day festival that takes place on Randolph St. that features over 200 vendors that include the Indie Designer Market. Not a part of the back to school theme this time around is an adults-only exhibit with vintage erotica from the 19th and 20th century. $10 passes are good for the entire weekend and $75 season passes cover admission for both days and valet parking.
Going Out of Business Sales

Ciao Bella
3829 N. Southport Ave.
Store holds a going out of business sale with at least 40% off everything in the store until merchandise is gone.
SoKo Fashion
1925 W. Chicago Ave.
Soko fashion will official close this Saturday, August 29th, and until then, receive 40%off all merchandise, including new fall/winter collections. Items for sale include the shop’s clothing racks, mannequins, lamps, coffee tables, and more are for sale.
Plein Aire
2036 W. Division St.
Plein Aire will be closing its doors October 1st, but until then shop the stores women’s collection that includes 40% off jeans and selected store fixtures for sale.