(2 of 7) Be Discovered JudgesMeet the esteemed judges who will weigh in on our Be Discovered Design a Dress contest. From fashion designers to store buyers, these are the folks you’ll want to know—and woo: Monique Lhuillier, Designer Known for her breathtaking bridal gowns and equally elegant separates, Lhuillier has perfected the image of modern femininity. A graduate of L.A.’s Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, she launched her first bridal collection in 1996, a line that has earned her countless fashion awards since. Cocktail frocks and gowns from her ready-to-wear collection are a favorite of Reese Witherspoon, Christina Aguilera, Jessica Alba, and many other Hollywood trendsetters. For those looking to follow in her fashionable footsteps, the Phillipine native advises “Always follow your gut: If you are passionate about your work it will come through.”
