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Parents Confront Chicago Boutique Over Missing Prom Gowns as Police Confirm Break-In

Local groups are now outfitting stranded students with free dresses.

Overview

  • Parents say Makeda Designs failed to hand over custom prom outfits after months of fittings, following Wednesday's protest outside the Humboldt Park boutique.
  • Families who paid roughly $1,200 to $3,200 filed police reports and say they may pursue charges over missing or unfinished orders.
  • Owner Makeda Evans posted an apology on Facebook, saying she is in a mental health crisis and will contact each customer to work out a solution.
  • Chicago police confirmed a break-in Wednesday evening after a window was smashed and multiple people entered and removed property, with no arrests announced.
  • Community groups, including Chloe's Closet at Dunbar High School and Sheerah Grand Chapter Community Service in West Roseland, are giving free prom dresses to students left without gowns.