Bibhu grew up in Orissa, India. Bibhu’s love of sumptuous fabrics, vibrant colors, and the crafts of his native land have been the inspiration behind the purposeful and unexpected details of his elegant designs. After completing his MBA in Economics Bibhu moved to New York and enrolled in the Fashion Institute of Technology while working as assistant designer at Halston. FIT awarded Bibhu with the Critic’s Award for Best Evening Wear. He worked at J. Mendel and after a decade at J. Mendel, Bibhu began designing custom gowns for private clients. In February 2009, Bibhu launched his first collection. Bibhu has received the “Women’s Apparel 2010 Rising Star Award,” by The Fashion Group International and the “Young Innovator Award” from the National Arts Club. The Bibhu Mohapatra collection is sold to national and international select boutiques including Bergdorf Goodman.