RECAP: A Walk Down Memory Lane – Fashion Houston [10.13.2011]
Sep 20, 2012 - News, Photography, Uncategorized, Videography
Designer Bibhu Mohapatra
Designer Bibhu Mohapatra showed an interest in fashion at an early age by designing clothes for his sister. Bibhu’s love of sumptuous Indian fabrics, vibrant colors, and the crafts of his native land have been the inspiration behind his elegant designs. Bibhu moved to New York City and enrolled in the Fashion Institute of Technology after completing his Master’s degree in economics. While working on his design degree, he honed his design skills as an assistant designer for the iconic American fashion label Halston.
The Fashion Institute of Technology applauded Bibhu for his skill and design aesthetic and awarded him the prestigious Critic’s Award for Best Evening Wear Designer during his senior year. This recognition helped catapult his design career to the next level.
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Designer Robert Rodriguez
Many things have influenced the life of Designer Robert Rodriguez, but it was Christian Dior that played an integral role. Growing up, Robert’s mother gave him a book on Christian Dior and it was that book that became Robert’s bible and doorway into the world of fashion couture.
Robert Rodriguez attended the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York where he was recognized for his beautiful and unique designs and received the prestigious Critics Award for Best Designer of the Year.
After completing his education at the Fashion Institute of Technology, Robert Rodriguez accepted a Design position ironically working for Christian Dior under the guidance of Marc Bohen and Geri Gerald. Robert’s love for fashion, excellent artistry with the styling of garments and his commitment to elegant dressmaking brought him great recognition.
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Style ICON: Becca Cason Thrash
Through her tireless work for charities, Becca has raised tens of millions of dollars to do her greatest work; helping others. From Best Buddies to the Boys and Girls Harbor she is always there to lend a hand or her considerable financial and social clout to Houston Grand Opera, Houston Ballet, The Museum of Fine Art and to any organization who needs her including the American Friends of the Louvre. Becca has Chaired the past two Liason du Louvre Gala’s at the museum in Paris to much worldwide acclaim and applause.
She and energy magnate husband, Dr John Thrash, are avid collectors of contemporary art and fascinating people! Their Memorial area mansion, Longwoods, has been Ground Zero for all the best parties and biggest celebrities visiting Houston for many years and an invitation to attend one of her glittering parties is a coveted invitation to be sure and an event not to be missed.
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