

Anna Hovet Dias
Continuing Studies Instructor
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A prominent figure in Chicago's fashion sphere, Anna Hovet Dias (she/her) is renowned for her leadership and entrepreneurial acumen. In 2009, she launched her namesake fashion line, which swiftly garnered notable recognition and adorned celebrities such as Jennifer Hudson and Hannibal Buress. Transitioning from her successful clothing line in 2018, Anna served as Executive Director at the Chicago Fashion Incubator, a nonprofit to local fashion designers, where she passionately championed emerging local talent. Anna currently teaches at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and owns and operates Hovet Fashion Studio, a fashion school and consulting agency.
Awards
- "Chicago's Top 50 Design Influencers" 2020 and 2022 — Newcity Magazine
- "30 Under 30" — Refinery29
- "Chicago's Best Local Clothing Designer" — Chicago Reader
Publications
- TEDx Talk: "The Next Generation of Entrepreneurs"