A group of models took part in a fashion show like no other; all were born blind or visually impaired or became that way later in life.

Before hitting the runway, they got pampered from head to toe at a salon in Naperville.

The Beautiful Lives Project, a nonprofit that is challenging norms and celebrating uniqueness, held the event as a fundraiser at CD Peacock jewelry store in Oak Brook.

“The project works to allow adults and children with disabilities to experience a range of programs across the country,” said Bryce Weiler, co-founder of the Beautiful Lives Project.

Weiler said the organization's first-ever fashion show allowed the models to realize that there are different ways to experience fashion.

"...Some people experience fashion with their eyes; some experience it through to

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