Last week, Torrid presented House of Dreams, a memorable evening of fashion, music, art, and inspiration in support of the National Breast Cancer Foundation. The seven winners of the 2009 Torrid Model Search showed off fashions from the Torrid Winter Holiday collection and original gowns created by Fashion Design students at FIDM, where the event was held. "We were so impressed by the work that the FIDM students did and thank them for their hard work and dedication on this project," said Torrid president Chris Daniel, who was joined by guests like Carnie Wilson, David Hasselhoff, Nikki McKibbin, and Brooke Hogan, who performed live.
"I live in the country on a farm so this entire experience is so different for me!" said Model Search winner April of Beaver Creek, Oregon. Emma of Fort Wayne, Indiana added, "It's amazing how many people are supportive in terms of what we're doing with body image. I feel like we're a team and all cheering each other on."
Click here to watch a clip of the amazing runway show and meet all of the House of Dreams Model Search winners here!
The FIDM students who designed gowns for the winners included Jessica Cho, Kelsie Dostie, Gabrielle Fritz, Ashleigh Gray, Ingrid Lopez, Loan Nguyen, and Arleen Rios! These dresses, part of the Power of Pink finale, will be auctioned off with the proceeds going to the National Breast Cancer Foundation. We will post their couture creations soon so be sure to check back!
