HENTY’S Country Lifestyle Pavilion saw five decades of fashion parade on the catwalk as part of a celebration of its own history.
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The pavilion was established in 1965, and is largely considered a more feminine component of the Henty Machinery Field Days (HMFD).
Yesterday, about eight students from Culcairn’s Billabong High School outfitted themselves in looks that celebrated the swinging 60s to the noughties, and everything in between.
Model Brianna Allen, 16, said while she found some of the hemming and ruffles a bit shocking, she enjoyed the playfulness of the catwalk.
“I’m not used to some of this stuff – but it is fun to be part of the activities in the pavilion,” Brianna said.
The show, which saw songs by George Michael, Nancy Sinatra and Destiny’s Child set the tone of the event, garnered frequent bursts of applause as the authentic outfits were paraded.
Ruth Lindner, who made a lot of clothes showcased in the parade, said it was great to see them being reused, despite bringing back old memories.
“I used to buy the material and patterns – then would make clothes for my sons and myself,” Mrs Lindner said.
“Which is something I encourage, I don’t think young people know how to make things any more.”
Drop-waisted dresses, disco frocks and bridal dresses were all paraded.
Anna Dennis, who emceed the parade, said it was about “jogging memories with really fabulous garments”.
The Country Lifestyle Pavilion had about 30 stalls yesterday, each selling mostly bric-a-brac including ironing board covers, jams and jewellery.