Bibhu Mohapatra | Designer Profile

His designs make a fashion statement with bold colors, rich fabrics, geometrical patterns, and a modern, glamorous appeal. BIBHU MOHAPATRA is a celebrated, New York-based designer who has built his brand on a foundation of eveningwear with a distinct, Indian flavor. The designer grew up in Odisa, India, where he developed his love for Indian textiles and vibrant colors. After studying at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York, and a jobs at hgh fashion labels, Halston and J. Mendel, Mohapatra showed his first collection at New York Fashion Week for his namesake label. The designer has since become a fixture of the fashion calendar, and a favorite of celebrities – including Michelle Obama and actress Taraji P. Henson. Despite the difficulties of working in a competitive industry – especially as a designer specializing in eveningwear, in an increasingly casual culture – Bibhu Mohapatra is still a beloved designer whose shows are an important staple of New York Fashion Week. Videofashion is the #1 source for fashion video - since 1976! Our mission is to share our love for fashion with the world. Subscribe for the latest fashion, iconic moments from fashion history, plus designers, models, trends, and more! Don't forget to subscribe to Videofashion, and to follow us on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/videofashiondaily Twitter: https://twitter.com/videofashion Instagram: https://instagram.com/videofashionofficial