From 4/25-4/27, online clothing rental and styling platform Armarium says hello to Windy City fashionistas with an exclusive pop-up in Bernard’s Room at Waldorf Astoria Chicago. Shop looks by Missoni, Jason Wu and more haute options while enjoying on-site styling by Armarium’s Style Brigade. 10:00 am—6:00 pm, 4/25-4/27, open to the public, though appointments are recommended and bookable at stylist@armarium.com

Welcome Spring! On April 26, Saks Fifth Avenue Chicago sends this season’s fashion trends down the runway at Magellan's VISTA Sales Gallery. All proceeds are donated to Giordano Dance Chicago. Tickets: $100, VIP $175. Vista Sales Gallery, 345 E. Upper Wacker Drive #100. 6:00 - 8:00 PM. https://bit.ly/2Irhq3a

The Driehaus Awards for Fashion Excellence, themed Close-Up, will feature a dynamic runway show highlighting the talents of emerging Chicago fashion design students. Industry experts judge the collections with the top designers receiving cash honorariums. The impactful fundraiser includes a cocktail reception, and VIP After-Party. The event is presented by Driehaus Design Initiative, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization established to promote design education and to foster public appreciation and understanding of all aspects of fashion design and history. Tickets are $175 for General Admission or $300 for VIP. 6:30 p.m. Chicago Vintage Motor Carriage, 700 S. Desplaines St. Chicago, 312-932-8648; https://www.driehausdesign.org/

Chicago Fire players showcase the latest looks from Banana Republic and Lululemon Athletica at the team’s sixth annual fashion show benefiting the Chicago Fire Foundation. Danielle Robay of WCIU’s The Jam emcees the event, which will feature runway walks by Diego Campos, Brandt Bronico, Mo Adams and other Fire footballers. Galleria Marchetti, 825 W. Erie St.; https://bit.ly/2GW93jQ

Head to the Winter Garden Ballroom at Harold Washington Library for Chicago House’s 32nd Annual Spring Brunch and Fashion Show. The event, emceed by NBC’s Chris Hush, will include brunch, entertainment and a runway show. Proceeds from the “REVIVE! Rally on the Runway”-themed afternoon will benefit Chicago House, the Midwest’s first organization to provide housing resources to individuals living with HIV and AIDS. Tickets start at $200, 400 S. State St., chicagohouse.org

Toast the 2018 James Beard Foundation Awards with a backyard barbeque at BOKA with executive chef Lee Wolen. Enjoy an exclusive BOKA-inspired Shake Shack Burger, sweets by BOKA pastry chef Meg Galus and treats by Bang Bang Pie. Tickets: $50, 1729 N. Halsted St., https://bit.ly/2HnMofC

Explore tactics on living a connected, stress-free, and fulfilled life with this 45-minute talk and Q&A. Learn how to battle judgment, effectively deal with stress, not take criticism personally, and turn any challenge into an opportunity for growth. Join us for a 6:30 pm champagne reception, immediately followed by the 7 pm talk and workshop on Monday, May 7th at The Gwen. To RSVP email Tayler@jetblackpr.com

Join the Alzheimer’s Association for their marquee fundraiser at the Hilton Chicago. The “Pure Imagination”-themed evening—a homage to the late Gene Wilder’s beloved turn in Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory—will honor Natalie Morales, Karen Wilder and Jordan Walker-Pearlman and feature a three-course dinner, live music and more. Jon and Allie Harris co-chair the Kehoe Designs-decorated event. 720 S. Michigan Ave., https://bit.ly/2HCOsRk

Imbibe an array of international wines at the idyllic McGinley Pavilion during the Chicago Botanic Garden's annual spring tasting event. 1000 Lake Cook Road, 847-835-5440; http://bit.ly/2CxK27v

On May 30-31, celebrate the savoir faire of Christofle with Moments Pétillants, an exhibition highlighting the best of Christofle’s 188 year history with champagne in partnership with famed champagne house, Billecart Salmon.

Champagne has long been synonymous with celebrations both grand and intimate, and since 1830, Christofle has mastered the art of producing unique and special creations to enjoy the French sparkling wine. As production techniques improved in the 19th century and the modern champagne industry took form, Christofle responded to the quickly growing need with a unique selection of accessories made specifically for the special beverage.

On display will be some of the brand’s most distinctive champagne coolers, flutes, glasses, and other silver accessories that express changes in style, the evolution of taste in entertaining, and the art of living well. Christofle, 40 E Oak St., 312-619-3700

The Chicago Help Initiative (CHI) welcomes guests to The Montgomery Club for its eighth annual fundraiser benefiting Chicago’s less fortunate. Enjoy a silent auction, live entertainment and more while raising funds for near North Side Chicagoans in need. $125 per person, $150 at the door, 500 W. Ontario St., https://bit.ly/2ILXCrm