American InterContinental University London Hosts Graduate Fashion Show
May 21, 2010
Features best, innovative designs of students from around the world
LONDON (May 21, 2010) ‐ American InterContinental University (AIU) London will be hosting its 2010 Graduate Fashion Show and marketing exhibition to press and trade on 27 May at One Marylebone at 4:30 p.m. for 5 p.m. The event features the work of the top graduates receiving a B.A. in fashion design or fashion design and marketing, and provides a snapshot of the talent produced by AIU London this year.
The runway will feature 14 collections of AIU London students from North and South America, the Middle East and Europe with ground-breaking design work that embodies the most progressive international attitudes. Inspirations range from feminine romanticism with delicate draping and pastel hues to military armour, vintage textiles as a sustainable source and retro-futuristic design.
Tickets are £10, with all fashion show proceeds going to Esther Benjamin Trust, Remembering Nepal's Forgotten Children.
Gill Stark, dean of fashion, AIU London said "This showcase is the first of many for our international graduates, and we hope their experience at AIU London helps them and others realise their talent. I'm looking forward to watching their careers unfold as they become the designers of the future."
Internationally recognised for the quality of the programs, industry involvement and high quality graduates, AIU London is situated in the heart of the fashion industry and for 35 years has been preparing students for opportunities in fashion. The school's fashion department also teaches optional modules in Paris.
AIU London fashion students have gone on to achievements such as winning Sky 1's Project Runway and successfully carving careers at Matthew Williamson London; Hugo Boss, Copenhagen; Ralph Lauren, New York and Vivienne Westwood, London.
For more information about AIU London or the event, please visit www.aiulondon.ac.uk
American InterContinental University
Founded in 1970, American InterContinental University offers a wide range of associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs in fashion, interior design, international business and visual communications. AIU offers a blend of online and on campus learning, and has campuses in London and in the United States in Atlanta, Houston and Weston, Fla. For more information visit www.aiuniv.edu. AIU is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, a regional accreditor in the United States. For more information visit www.ncahlc.org. AIU does not guarantee employment or salary.
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