Costume Designer, Mentor, & Author
Mona May is an acclaimed costume designer renowned for her iconic work in films like Clueless and Enchanted. She actively shares her expertise through various speaking engagements, interviews, and workshops, serving as both a mentor and author. Her book, The Fashion of Clueless, provides a captivating behind-the-scenes look at how the film's wardrobe was created and how it became a cultural phenomenon.
Through her lectures, workshops, and inspirational seminars, Mona empowers young creatives in the fashion and film industries. As a passionate mentor, she shares her wisdom and practical experiences with aspiring costume designers, emphasizing the importance of the creative process, collaboration, and effective strategies for building a successful career in the entertainment industry.
Event Dates
10/26/25
Los Angeles
Vogue World: Hollywood
Celebrating the rich conversation between film and fashion. Mona's Clueless hats will be part of the showcase!
10/28/25
Los Angeles
The Fashion of Clueless release date!
Mona's book is available at international book retailers and on Amazon. Purchase your copy now!
11/1/25
Miami
Miami Film Festival GEMS
Clueless Q&A and 'Precious Gem Award' Presentation to Mona May
11/2/25
Miami
Books & Books Miami appearance
Join Mona in Miami for a Q&A and book signing
11/6/25
Los Angeles
The Academy Museum of Motion Pictures Book Signing Event
Costume designer and author Mona May presents her new book, The Fashion of Clueless. Join Mona for a discussion, moderated by The Hollywood Reporter's David Canfield, about the making of the iconic costumes in Clueless. Discussion followed by booking signing.
11/8/25
Studio City
Annabelle's Book Club Los Angeles
The Fashion of Clueless book signing event and costume contest
11/10/25
Massachusetts
Ancestral Bridges' “The Art of Costume Design for Film & TV”
Seminar & Screening
11/13/25
Los Angeles
ASU FIDM
‘Clueless’ with Costume Designer, Mona May - Movie Night in Los Angeles
11/23/25
Online
Digital Gym Cinema’s Breaking in Into New Hollywood x The Fashion of Clueless Event
Join authors Mona May and Ada Tseng for a discussion on Clueless and The Fashion of Clueless in San Diego, CA!
12/2/25
Riverside
University of Riverside: The Fashion of "Clueless" with Mona May
Moderated Discussion, book signing operated by campus bookstore
