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Lida Baday is an internationally renowned Canadian fashion designer. Based in Toronto, Baday launched her eponymous womenwear label in 1987 along with her husband Mario Zuliani. Baday and her label have been featured in several publications.

Lida Baday was born in Hamilton, Ontario. She studied Fashion Design at Ryerson University. Following graduation she designed for several manufacturers in Toronto.

Work
The Lida Baday label is known for its sophisticated styling and use of luxurious fabrics. In 1987 Baday launched her label in the burgeoning Toronto fashion district. In 1994 Baday and Zuliani opened an office and showroom in New York, while maintaining the Toronto studio and showroom. The collection was sold across North American to preeminent retailers such as Saks Fifth Avenue, Nordstrom, Bergdorf Goodman and Holt Renfrew. In July 2014, after 27 years in business, Baday and Zuliani decided to close their doors.

Awards & Recognition
Baday and her work have received a number of nominations and awards:


 * Fil D'Argent by the Maison Du Lin (1990)
 * City of Toronto Designer of the Year (1992 and 1996)
 * Vidal Sassoon International Buyer's Designer of the Year Award (1996)
 * Fashion Group International "Night of Stars" honoree (1998)
 * CAFA The Outstanding Achievement Award Nominee (2014)