Vintage Time Capsule Through The Decades Fashion Show

Galentine’s Fashion Show & Shopping Event in Elgin, IL

A Partnership Between Whatnots & Whimsies & YWCA Elgin – Cinderella’s Closet

🎉 It’s official! Whatnots & Whimsies is proud to partner with YWCA Elgin’s Cinderella’s Closet for a special Galentine’s fashion show and shopping event in downtown Elgin.

This one-day event will feature racks of boutique formal wear, prom dresses, and evening gowns at incredible prices. Every dress purchased directly supports the mission of YWCA Elgin Cinderella’s Closet, helping individuals and families in our local community.

💌 Galentine’s Is Back — With a Runway Twist

📅 Saturday, February 7, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
📍 Whatnots & Whimsies
211 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120

Grab your bestie and join us for a Galentine’s Jewelry & Clothing Show, plus an exclusive fashion runway experience you won’t want to miss.

👗 Vintage Time Capsule Fashion Show: Then & Now

Step into a Vintage Time Capsule Through the Decades Fashion Show, featuring:

• Authentic vintage clothing from Whatnots & Whimsies
• Contemporary evening gowns from YWCA Elgin Cinderella’s Closet
• A side-by-side look at iconic fashion through the decades and how those styles look today

🎟️ Fashion Show Times

• 2:00 PM Show – tickets here
• 4:00 PM Show – tickets here

Tickets: $25 per person
Tickets are available in-store and online. Seating is limited.

🎟️ What Your Ticket Includes

• Warehouse fashion show runway experience
• Reserved seating
• Complimentary hors d’oeuvres & refreshments
• First access to runway clothing
• $10 merchandise credit voucher (valid event day only)
• First dibs on boutique formal gowns & evening dresses
• Directly supporting a local nonprofit

⚠️ Tickets are limited. Once seats are sold out, they’re gone.

🛍️ Galentine’s Shopping Experience

While the fashion shows are ticketed events, all guests are invited to enjoy the Galentine’s shopping experience throughout the day.

After each runway show, models will visit the sales floor to showcase featured Time Capsule fashion looks.

Shop Highlights:

• Vintage clothing & estate jewelry collections
• Hundreds of unique pieces to choose from
• Hand-selected boutique prom dresses & evening gowns
• Professional stylists available to help you create the perfect outfit

📸 Old Hollywood Glamour Moment

Step into the boudoir dressing room and capture a glamour shot featuring:

• An antique chandelier
• Pin-up art
• A three-panel mirror

Feel like you’re part of an old Hollywood photo shoot while wearing timeless vintage clothing, furs, and accessories.

🕰️ Explore 10 Rooms of Vintage Treasures

Browse rooms filled with:

• Retro & Mid-Century Modern finds
• Pyrex & kitchen collectibles
• Jewelry, accessories & vintage clothing
• Vinyl records, furniture, art, toys, oddities & more

💖 Make It a Galentine’s Day to Remember

Bring your Galentine bestie for a full day of:

• Shopping & fun
• Games and prize giveaways
• Exclusive discounts
• First access to new arrivals

✨ Share the event and be entered to win a free gift certificate! (Tag Whatnots & Whimsies)

View more upcoming events on the Kane County Promotions Event Calendar.