FIDM Magazine

Bebe ♥'s FIDM

In March we showed you star-studded pix from FIDM Alum David Cardona's recent runway show for hot apparel company Bebe.

But did you know that in addition to David Cardona over 25 FIDM Grads are currently working in all areas, from Design through Production, at Bebe Studio in Century City?

"FIDM is our first resource when we approach staffing needs," says Sally Daliege, Bebe's Senior Studio Development Manager. "We rely on FIDM for its intelligent and creative graduates. They come ready to work and have achieved a level of expertise from their education. We love our partnership with FIDM!"

Just one more great example of the many incredible opportunities available with a degree from FIDM!

Pictured: A cocktail dress from David Cardona's collection for Bebe

Runway Report: FIDM Grad's Latest Designs for Bebe

FIDM Grad David Cardona premiered his latest collection for Bebe at Mercedes-Benz Fall 2007 L.A. Fashion Week at Smashbox Studios. Actress and the new face of Bebe, Eva Longoria, attended the show along with other celebs including Rebecca Romijn and Emilie de Ravin and models Lydia Hearst andDevon Aoki . --Kim

FIDM Grads Win Prestigious Design Awards

Actress Michelle Trachtenberg presented FIDM Grad Monique Lhuillier with the Wells Fargo Century Fashion Achievement Award at the 2006 L.A. Fashion Awards. Monique has designed gowns for many of Hollywood's most well-known celebrities, including Angelina Jolie and Britney Spears.  Her designs have been featured in W, In Style, Modern Bride, and Elle.

FIDM Grad David Cardona took home the Marketing Excellence Award, presented by Ron Herman.

FIDM Grad and FIDM Instructor Nick Verreos of Bravo's Project Runway: Season 2 and the fashion line Nikolaki, was among the notable presenters at the award show.

Award nominees included FIDM Grad Corinne Grassini.

* Find out more about the 2006 L.A. Fashion Awards.(Article)

* Visit FIDM's Video Gallery to watch "Here Comes the Bride"  for some highlights from Monique's exciting career. (Video)

* Read Monique's bio in Alumni In Focus. (Article)

* Read David Cardona's bio in Alumni In Focus. (Article)

* Read about Nick Verreos and other FIDM Grads from Project Runway: Season 2. (Article)

Image: A dress from Monique Lhuillier's Fall 2006 collection