FIDM Magazine

Interview with Just Accepted FIDM Orange County Student Adriana Fernandez

Future Merchandise Marketing Student Adriana Fernandez will begin her studies at FIDM Orange County in October 2010 after she completes her AA at Saddleback College in Mission Viejo.

"As of right now one of my most recent proudest accomplishments is my entrance project for my major Merchandise Marketing. I put my heart and soul into it and to see my hard work really pay off is something I am very proud of. Especially because it was on display at the open house at the Orange County campus which was quite an honor for me!"

Read the entire interview with Adriana and find out more about her career plans on FIDM's FashionClub.com Daily.

FIDM Graduate Leanne Marshall's Latest Looks

Last month, Project Runway winner and FIDM Alumna Leanne Marshall showed off her latest pieces at Islands of the World Fashion Week in Nassau. The Bahamas Weekly has a story on the Leanne:

Her style, inspired by nature, architecture and modern innovation, made its home at this year’s Islands of the World Fashion Week (IWFW) as the highlighted showcase for the opening night of the three-day event.

As the line’s showing progressed, softer pastel colors and lighter fabrics started to emerge contrasting the bold beginning, mixed in with more structured black and white dresses – a clear indication of Marshall’s graphic designer background.

LA Times Highlights FIDM's Costume Exhibition

FIDM's 18th annual "Art of Motion Picture Costume Design" exhibition is mentioned in the Los Angeles Times:

As December wanes, we look ahead. What could excite us in 2010?

If you love fashion and you love film, plan right now to go to the Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising Museum and Galleries' exhibition of costume design. This is FIDM's 18th annual show honoring the skill and talent of costume designers.

Visit FIDM.edu for more details on the exhibition.

Photo credit: David James/Weinstein Co.

"I Survived Finals" by FIDM Fashion Knitwear Student Adelle Burda

In my last post I was writing about the panic and exhaustion that comes during finals.  During the actual last week of finals though I somehow morphed into something else: driven.  I just had so much to do that I became very focused and would not let myself be swayed or distracted.  It worked, and now I feel calm, relaxed and pretty okay with how everything turned out.  Here is a picture of one of my knit garments; the vest though still has some tweaking before I can show you the final product.

Continue reading this post on Adelle's blog.

A Newly Designed Issue of "Dialogues" Has Debuted

FIDM Graduates recently received the latest issue of Dialogues, which has been redesigned by alumna Bri Emery. The fall issue, published by the FIDM Alumni Association focuses on the way that blogging and street style inspiration has changed the fashion industry. In addition, you'll find stories on two FIDM Grads who run the popular blog Fabulous On A Budget and updates from grads, alumni chapters, and faculty.

FIDM Hosts Holiday Party for Las Familias del Pueblo

FIDM's Career Center and Student Activities brought holiday cheer to the children of Las Familias del Pueblo this holiday season. The children took part in arts and crafts projects such as cookie decorating, coloring Christmas pictures, and making Christmas cards.  Santa (aka FIDM Alumnus John Urquiza) arrived just in time to give each child a special gift and take photos with them.

Ralph's donated the sugar cookies that were decorated and enjoyed by the children. Special thanks also to the Career Center staff, Lyn Tobman, and Fashion Group International's Los Angeles chapter for their generous donations for the purchase of wool scarves and pashminas to be gifted to the men and women of the Angeles Home for Seniors by the children of Las Familias del Pueblo.

Las Familias del Pueblo is a non-profit community center serving garment workers and their children in the Los Angeles Fashion District.  At Las Familias, children participate in after school programs and receive assistance with homework.

New Just Accepted FIDM Orange County Student Interview: Zoe Tucker

Future Merchandise Product Development student Zoe Tucker can't wait to start studying at FIDM in 2010.

"I am a very enthusiastic person eager to learn anything I can to better my future and the future of my family! I have a lot of determination and there is nothing that could stop me from my dreams of succeeding in the fashion industry!"

Read the entire interview with Zoe on FIDM's FashionClub.com Daily!

New FIDM Student Blog by Cassidy Saitow

FIDM Los Angeles Student Cassidy Saitow practiced law for three years before deciding to follow a creative path and study Merchandise Product Development.

"This past Saturday I volunteered at a horseback fashion show in Malibu.  It was a combination of socially conscious fashion, horses, and a killer view of the ocean from the venue – what more could a girl want?!  The designer was Prophetik (prophetik.com).  Their brand essence is “wearable philosophy.”  The philosophy is to create fashion that has a social meaning, which then will translate to an aesthetic meaning."

Find out more about Cassidy and watch her video of the Prophetik fashion show.

You're Invited to FIDM's Student Runway Show & Fashion Gala

Our fabulous annual DEBUT Runway Show featuring collections by FIDM Advanced Fashion Design Graduates as well as work by our Theatre Costume and Interior Design Grads is coming spring! Find out more and RSVP here.

Fashion Design Grad Designs For Tarrant Apparel Group

Fashion Design alumna Juliet Sun has an exciting career as an assistant designer for Tarrant Apparel Group (private label design for companies such as Macy's, Dillard's, and New York & Company). "What I like most about my job is being flexible and able to design for all purposes," she explains. "I'm learning so much from this job." She credits FIDM's great reputation and extensive network in the industry with helping her to succeed. "My future goal is to combine my fashion background with my business experience," she adds.