In the year 2001, Maria Escote began her advanced vocational training in Plastic Arts and Design. At the same time, she did a Master’s degree in Colour Consultancy and worked in the family business, taking charge of the made-to-measure tailoring in its two boutiques.In 2005,
Maria completed her studies receiving third prize for the best collection in her academic year. That summer she also received an award in the Bridal Contest at Puerta de Europa, in Madrid.
When she had finished everything, she decided to go to London where she did a Fashion Drawing course at Saint Martin’s. On returning from London, she created her own brand name setting up a studio in Barcelona and continuing to make made-to-measure clothing.
January 2007 – First collection Modafad fashion show.
September 2007 – Second collection Ego Cibeles.
February 2008 – Third collection Ego Cibeles.
September 2008 – Fourth collection Ego Cibeles.
February 2009 – Fifth collection Ego Cibeles.
September 2009 – Sixth collection Off Cibeles