Since being on Project Runway's season 7, Texas native Mila Hermanovski kept busy with honing what she learned from Tim Gunn and Heidi Klum.  "I plan on being locally based in L.A., but I really want to show in New York.  This is a great way to say hello," she said of the event.

San Diego-based designer Jesus Estrada, who we saw booted off Project Runway a few weeks ago, was also present at the event.  Pointing to his the silver spikes on his model's sleeves, he said, "Let's try to make L.A. edgy and modern."

The former contestant of the show has been keeping busy with his upcoming endeavor with fellow Project Runway alum Gordana Gehlhausen.  The two of them will be headlining the 10-designer runway show called Project Ethos, to be held at Hollywood Blvd.

Having been eliminated from Project Runway, Jesus Estrada believed that he would pull through in the fashion industry.  He eventually became roommates with the aforementioned season 6 contestant and they continue to work together.

Aside from Jesus and Mila, the Fashion Group International celebration also had a musical guest for the evening.  Katie Cole performed for the audience, delighting those who came.

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Heidi Klum didn't grace the gathering with her presence though.  She recently renewed her wedding vows with husband Seal, and of course couldn't be bothered with another celebration.  But it seems as though the Project Runway vets are already doing well for themselves.





Source: Los Angeles Times
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