Dress for Less: What to Wear to FIDM's DEBUT Runway Show

It's the most important night of the year for FIDM's top Fashion Design Students—the DEBUT Runway Show! Their original fashion designs will be worn on the runway for the first time—in front of industry VIPs, colleagues, family, and friends. And Fashion Club will be there to witness it all. But, what do you wear to attend a runway show? How about these awesome dresses for under $50 each!

1. Flounced Colorblock Dress in Fuchsia and Orchid, $24.80, forever21.com
2. Open Shoulder Breezy B Dress in Green, $29, tobi.com
3. Nude and Light Blue Bustier Dress, $37.50, lulus.com
4. River Island Lace Top Swing Dress in Black, $29.67, asos.com
5. Miss Grace Goddess Dress in Beige, $40, savous.com

Fashion Knitwear Design Grad Hosting 50% Off Online Sale

Adelle L. Burda, a Fashion Knitwear Design and DEBUT Alumna, is hosting a 50% off sale on her adellelousie website.

We are coveting the metallic striped scarves made from bamboo yarn, cute crocheted headbands, and ultra-soft boatneck sweaters.

DEBUT 2011 Fashion Club Pre-Show Party

Did you go to the DEBUT 2011 Pre-Show Party? It was Carnivale in Rio, Fashion Club style, with feather chandeliers, headdresses, and gorgeous centerpieces. Be sure to read all about it on FashionClub.com!

Don't Miss FIDM's Open House & Runway Show for Out-of-State Prospective Students

If you live outside of California and are interested in experiencing everything FIDM has to offer, you won't want to miss this event! Tour FIDM's Los Angeles Campus and attend a special preview presentation of our annual DEBUT Runway Show on Friday, March 18, 2011! Get the details and RSVP.

Learn about our 20 creative majors, see the dynamic learning environment, and attend FIDM's incredibly popular annual Runway Show featuring designs by our graduating students.

(For High School Juniors, Seniors, and Graduates residing outside the State of California)

Learn more about Fashion Schools in California! 

You're Invited to FIDM's Student Runway Show & Fashion Gala in L.A.

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 Club Loves FIDM

Got a passion for fashion? Join us in celebrating May's all-new theme as we showcase High School FIDM Fashion Clubs and their unique partnership with FIDM!  

We're calling it Fashion Club Loves FIDM, and this month we're giving you the opportunity to see first-hand what goes on behind the scenes!

You and your group of friends (your High School FIDM Fashion Club, perhaps?) are invited to take advantage of our hot tips for finding a Great Swimsuit for Every Body. Simply select your body type, and you'll be amazed at the results.

A great swimsuit needs a great look as well, so be sure to check out our picks of the best beauty products As Seen Online. In a hurry? You'll even learn our newest 5 Minute Makeover as part of this season's Makeover Magic!

Don't forget to catch the real, behind-the scenes tour of our famous DEBUT 2009 Runway Show, as we show you pictures from our amazing Catwalk. Be sure to visit Celebrity Corner, and our featured album of photos from the exclusive DEBUT 2009 Pre-Party!

Itching to check everything out? Don't go just yet, because this month we're making dreams come true!

This summer, FIDM is offering the chance of a lifetime to one student, and it could be you! If you're a high school junior or senior, and a member of FashionClub.com, you're eligible to enter our Celebrity Makeover Contest. You could win an all-expense paid trip for 3 Fashion-Filled Days in L.A., and tickets to FIDM's 3 Days of Fashion event!

For more info, click here.

Good Luck,

--Alaythia

FIDM Student Isaiah Garza's Exclusive Interview with Nick Verreos!

In December, we brought you FIDM Merchandise Marketing student Isaiah Garza in an exciting edition of Style Scoop Interview. 

To date, Isaiah is one of our most accomplished current students, winning a $10,000 Scholarship from Cotton Inc., and designing a wedding dress worn by Miss Alaska USA 2008!

Recently, Isaiah scored a great interview at FIDM's DEBUT 2009 Runway Show with FIDM's beloved spokesperson, Nick Verreos. Nick touches on his success after Project Runway, and even gives great advice to up-and-coming FIDM students. Enjoy!

--Alaythia

What They Wore: Debut 2009

Check out what the FIDM Students were strutting their stuff in at the FIDM Debut 2009!

- Arali Melendez

Space is Running Out to Attend FIDM's Fall Open Houses!

Imagine yourself...

• Working in the Graphics, Interior Design, or Visual Arts Industry …
• Becoming a Designer …
• Producing Award-Winning Movie Trailers ... 
• Owning your Own Store …

Now is your time to get an insider’s look at what makes FIDM the leader in preparing students for fantastic futures! RSVP immediately, if you haven't already, because space is rapidly running out to be a part of this amazing experience! -- Alaythia

Southern California

Open House Los Angeles & Orange County
November 15th, 2008

An opportunity that can’t be missed! See and learn at what makes FIDM the leading college of its kind. Have all your questions answered and find out what you need to know about getting into the career of your choice!

When:  11:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.
Where: FIDM Los Angeles 
            919 South Grand Avenue 
            Los Angeles, CA 90015

             FIDM Orange County
             17590 Gillette Avenue
             Irvine, CA 92614
           * Meet Project Runway star, FIDM Grad, and FIDM Instructor Nick Verreos at Orange County's Open House!

RSVP

Click Here to RSVP

Northern California

INSIDE FIDM: Open House &
DEBUT 2008 Live Runway Show
San Francisco - November 22nd, 2008

When: Select from three arrival times:
             10:30 a.m.
             11:30 a.m.
             12:30 p.m. **UPDATE: Spaces no longer available for the 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. arrival time.**
Please indicate your desired arrival time on the reservation form.
Where:  FIDM San Francisco
             55 Stockton Street
             San Francisco, CA 94108

INSIDE FIDM San Francisco Program November 22, 2008
• Check in at FIDM San Francisco (depending on your arrival time chosen)

• Open House session
             Tour the Campus
             Meet FIDM Staff
             See Student Work
             Learn about our 16 majors

• DEBUT 2008 Live Runway Show (3:00 p.m.)
   Tickets to the DEBUT Show are offered to our Open House guests on a strictly first come, first-served basis.

RSVP ** UPDATE: Spaces no longer available for the 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. arrival time.**

For Students: Click here to RSVP

For Educators bringing a group of students: Click here to RSVP 

L.A. Fashion Week: March 9-13

  Fashion Club is headed to Smashbox Studios next week to bring you daily coverage of Mercedes Benz Fashion Week in Los Angeles, right here on Fashion Club Daily! From March 9 to the 13th we'll be delivering news from the runway, plus the scoop on which celebrities were at the shows, pictures from FIDM Merchandise Product Development student Lauren Conrad's Fall 2008 Collection, and other designers such as Jenny Han and Yotam Solomon (both FIDM grads) and Samora!  Stay tuned - you won't want to miss this!  --Angel

And don't miss the spectacular 2008 FIDM Debut Fashion show - click here for the webcast!

Want to learn more about how you can have a career in Fashion?  Click here to take a fun career quiz and find out which FIDM major is right for you!