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

Prom Dresses Under $100!

FIDM Fashion Design Students upcycled thrift store gowns into amazing dresses featuring prom’s top trends, from spikes and sheers to lace and overlays. The styles are stunning, and now we show you how to get the look for less. Check out Chic Street!

A Luxe Look at Prom—Swoon-Worthy Dresses!

Fashion Club challenged FIDM Fashion Design students to take a thrift store dress and transform it into a prom dress that a girl would die for! Well, they did an amazing job—check out the looks for yourself. One of them was "The Bad Girl" look, inspired by Elizabeth Taylor—and designed for Mila Kunis (as if she were the client).

Of course, Fashion Club has taken this whole concept one step further—and came up with a list of our top luxe prom dresses and budget-friendly gowns. Let the inspiration (and shopping) begin!

Dress for Less: Homecoming Dresses Under $50

Homecoming is rapidly approaching. Have you shopped for your dress yet? Dress for less in Homecoming dresses that are under $50 each!

1. Sequined Cocktail Dress With Belt, $32.80, forever21.com
2. Floral Applique Dress, $44.50, delias.com
3. Faux Leather Peplum Dress, $49.95, hm.com
4. Illusion Mesh Party Dress, $44.50, wetseal.com
5. One-Shoulder Sequin Dress, $34.99, macys.com

Dress for Less: Homecoming Dresses Under $50

Dress for less in Homecoming dresses that are under $50 each!

1. Coral Sequin Strapless Dress, $44.90, windsorstore.com
2. Tier Front Shift Dress, $8.99, forever21.com
3. Bubble Hem Cocktail Dress, $39.95, gojane.com
4. Short One-Shoulder Lace Dress, $39, promgirl.com
5. Purple One-Shoulder Dress, $24.49, sears.com

Win a Homecoming Dress in Our New Contest!

Enter our Homecoming Contest for your chance to win a free Homecoming dress and head-to-toe accessories for the big night!

Just write a 100-150 word Homecoming trend report about one of the dresses from the Love16 by Enzoani collection, describing the style, and explain what you like about it for your chance to win a Homecoming dress.

Enter now! The contest ends September 25th.

FIDM Street Style @ 3 Days of Fashion!

We spotted Angel and Angelica on the FIDM campus wearing nothing but newspaper--they handmade their garments using the LA Times, including little details like hair accessories, pocketbooks, shorts, and a tie! Props for creativity!

Keeping up with the DIY trend, Taylor V. showed us her embellished pearl collar, paired with a bold teal blazer and feathered sandals!

In the same workshop, we spotted Valerie G. and Shadow P. both rocking bright prints from the same color palette.

Stay tuned for more from 3 Days of Fashion!

Dress for Less: Music Fest Fashion

Dress for less in music fest fashion! Naturally, everything is under $50 each. Bring it!

1. Jaguar Sublimation Tank, $13.80, forever21.com
2. Mint by Goorin Marled Hat, $20, urbanoutfitters.com
3. Pink Striped Jersey Tube Dress, $15, oldnavy.com
4. Rebel by Zigi Sandal, $29.99, sears.com
5. UV-Protective Sunglasses, $9.95, hm.com

 

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Dress For Less: Glee's Quinn—Prom Fashion

Dress for less with Glee's Quinn as your guide for prom. (We love her uber-feminine style!) Each piece is less than $50!

Check out our feature story this month—prom fashions inspired by our favorite characters on Glee! Plus, don't miss Chriselle Lim's prom styling videos.

1. Peach Taffeta Dress, $34.80, forever21.com
2. Coral Bangle with Rhinestones, $10.80, windsorstore.com
3. Sparkling Tiara, $16.50, claires.com
4. Strappy Heels with Rhinestones, $40.50, depshops.com
5. Dangle Teardrop Earrings in Gold, $6.50, delias.com

 

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Dress For Less: Glee's Mercedes Jones—Prom Fashion

Dress for less in the style of Glee's Mercedes Jones for prom. As always we found awesome product, with everything under $50 each.

Check out our feature story this month—prom fashions inspired by our favorite characters on Glee! Plus, don't miss Chriselle Lim's prom styling videos.

1. Purple Satin Strapless Dress, $45.99, kohls.com
2. Hematite Rhinestone Love Necklace, $14.50, torrid.com
3. Microstud Embellished Pump, $41.40, gojane.com
4. Crystal Gem Stone Clutch, $22.90, windsorstore.com
5. Multicolor Fanned Feathers Hoop Earrings, $6.90, forever21.com

 

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