WHAT:  The North Shore’s premier shopping destination is once again celebrating the start of the holiday season in style with the second-annual “Fashion Forward” soirée. An exclusive runway show featuring charity representatives – including Chicago Bears alumni player Rashied Davis and wives of members of the Chicago Bears coaching staff – will showcase the top looks for holiday from Northbrook Court retailers. Retailer gift cards will be auctioned off live during the fashion show.

All proceeds from the event will benefit local charity FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered – the only non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by hereditary breast and ovarian cancer – and Bears Care, the charitable beneficiary of the Chicago Bears that is committed to improving the lives of those in the Chicagoland community through support of targeted programs in the areas of education youth athletics and health awareness.

Guests will also enjoy a cocktail reception, along with a silent auction and complimentary appetizers and a dessert bar courtesy of Whole Foods Market.

WHERE:

Northbrook Court

Lower Level near Neiman Marcus

Northbrook, IL 60062

WHEN:

Thursday, November 7, 2013

Cocktail reception: 6:30 p.m.

Fashion show and auction: 7:30 p.m.

TICKETS:

$35 in advance at fashionforwardnorthbrook.eventbrite.com

 $45 at the door

WHY: “Fashion Forward goes above and beyond your typical fashion show,” said Stacy Kolios, marketing manager for Northbrook Court. “The show gives shoppers a sneak peek at the trends for holiday, but the live auction also offers guests the opportunity to give back to the community and support a cause that’s important to them during the holiday season.”