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Meet Share Ross, author of Punk Knits: 26 Hot New Designs for Anarchistic Souls and Independent Spirits, in the FIDM Museum Shop on the Los Angeles Campus tomorrow, Wednesday, August 15th. She'll be signing books from 11-11:30 a.m. A Q&A with Share will begin at noon.
You express yourself through your clothes, accessories, hair and even
your ringtone. Yet most of us have pretty boring bedding when you think
about it (and we spend a third of our life there!). Snooze City Designs, co-owned by FIDM Merchandise Marketing Grad Derek Mosher, wants to change all that with their punk rock-inspired collection of pillowcases. Derek's partner is Mike Azria (son of BCBG's Max Azria and former graffiti artist) and you can pick up their fresh designs at A Perfect Thing.
Derek and Mike of Snooze City Designs will also be doing a Personal Appearance and Trunk Show at FIDM L.A. in the Museum Shop on Wednesday, August 22, 2007 from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm. RSVP. Update: This event will be rescheduled for October. We'll provide more info on the date and time as soon as it's available.
A self-described “out of the box” thinker, FIDM Grad Brandon Love has worked on prestigious Interior Design projects for Hyatt Regency Shanghai, Hotel Valencia in Colorado and MGM CityCenter in Las Vegas.
As an Interior Designer for Remedios Siembieda, the award-winning, high-end, full scale hospitality design firm in Long Beach, California, Brandon is responsible for the research and design of all furniture, fabrics, lighting, architectural materials and finishes, interior-architecture, space planning, elevations, 3D renderings and specification preparation.
“We are rated as one of the top design firms in our field, which allows us access to clientele of some of the most prestigious projects in the world,” says Brandon. “Typically our projects are of such high-end caliber that I can design without budgetary restrictions, which allows me to explore creative, new innovative ideas.” -- Victoria
"My studio is always
buzzing with clients stopping in to check out what's new in women's
fashion and to update their wardrobe for the season," reports successful FIDM Grad and Personal Stylist Bear Brandegee. She continues, "I'm always writing
about fashion for local magazines and just launched my own fashion
newsletter."
Bear is also the regional president of the FIDM Alumni Association and Fashion Editor of Pittsburgh Quarterly magazine. Get the scoop on Bear's dream purchase for fall '07 and find out who her style icon is in our latest Q&A. --Kim
Four FIDM Grads will see their lines in the limelight at this year's San Francisco Fashion Week, August 22-26. Visit the official SF Fashion Week site for more on their stories and watch this spot for coverage of the shows.
PLUS: Get our SF Fashion Week Ad Campaign Launch Party Report and read our Style Scoop Q&A with designer Lisa Vian Hunter. --Kim
Emily Jane Clothing
"After earning a degree at San Francisco’s FIDM, she cut her teeth professionally on the design team at St. John Knits. Emily founded her own line, Emily Jane Clothing, in 2006. She draws her
inspiration from many reputable designers, iconic figures, art and the
city life of San Francisco. Each piece in her line exudes confidence,
sophistication and everyday elegance. A classic collection meets the
modern woman to exhibit chic style for any occasion."
Pink Elf
"Kaushie [Adiseshan] earned her degree in fashion design from FIDM in San Francisco
and a Business Degree in Bombay, India. Her collections were showcased
at San Francisco Fashion Week 2006 and Lakme India Fashion Week in
March 2007. Kaushie’s designs are inspired by the crowded and colorful
streets of Mumbai, the sophisticated bustle of New York and the serene
beauty of San Francisco."
Effie's Heart
"After getting a degree from the Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising, designer Kimo marched straight to the theater for a 2nd education in fashion history and vintage style details. The marriage of these two educations resulted in Effie’s Heart, a ready to wear line that borrows its beauty from another time while being everything a modern working girl needs for on the road style, comfort, and versatility."
Vian Hunter
"A graduate of the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, Lisa
Vian Hunter is a 20 plus year veteran and fan of the fashion world.
Since 2003, she has been custom designing exquisite clothing for select
Bay Area clients, bringing her fashion visions to life by crafting
skirts, dresses, coats, blouses, and t-shirts at her clients’ behest in
fine textiles."
Last month we mentioned that Rochelle Rodriguez, who graduated from the FIDM Fashion Design Program just two years ago, was already a big hit with some of our favorite local boutiques. Now we're thrilled to report that she's had her designs showcased in one of the most coveted spots around, the front window display at celebrity-favorite Kitson--not once but TWICE!
Read our Q&A with Rochelle and be sure to visit her website to see more of her gorgeous designs. --Kim
FIDM Grad and renowned Fashion Designer Monique Lhuillier (pictured here with Kelly Katz and Susan Casden) attended the American Ballet Theatre's magical Los Angeles fund raiser at the Bel-Air home of Robin and Elliott Broidy. “This is my first introduction to ABT,” said the
designer, whose schedule prevented her from attending the annual East
Coast affair in past years. “Growing up I did ballet and I always loved
the elegance and grace of it all.” More on the event here. --Kim
