Lincoln County 4-H'ers compete in contest
18.05.12
Lincoln County 4-H’ers met recently in Davenport to compete in an Appropriate Dress and Fashion Revue contest.
Competing in Junior Wear Class 1, Casual Wear was first –Seth Stone, Chandler and second place Lily Sestak, Prague. Classes 2, Snappy Casual, were firstBritni Stewart, Chandler and second –Charity Stevens, Agra. Entered in Class 3 Casual Western Wear were first Seth Stone, Chandler and second –Britni Stewart, Chandler. Entered in Class 4 Professional/Dress Wear: first place –Britni Stewart, Chandler, second Lily Sestak, Prague and third Charity Stevens, Agra. Class 5 Formal Prom Wedding Attire entries were first – Charity Stevens, Agra. Class 6 Active Sportswear entries 1st –Lily Sestak, Prague and 2nd Seth Stone, Chandler Jr. Overall Grand Champion was Britni Stewart, Snappy Casual and Jr. Overall Reserve Champion was Charity Stevens, Formal Prom and Wedding Attire.
Several entries were in the Senior, Class 1, Casual winning blue ribbon and 1st place was Wade South, Davenport.
Source: Shawnee News Star
Riverside Clothing II Class learning and giving back to the community
18.05.12
"The wedding dress was so beautiful, I had to shut my eyes to make that first cut. We got 17 dresses out of the first bride's gown," Ms. Haas said. "I was talking to a lady when I was visiting in Mammoth Spring telling about our project and she gave me a wedding dress with a long train. We got 18 dresses out of the second gown. The girls used lace, ribbon, buttons, and made the little gowns very special. Diane Powell, a secretary here at Riverside, crocheted blankets for us to match with the gowns. This has been a community project."
They also received a gift card from one parent to purchase accessories. Lace and ribbon was contributed from the Caraway Senior Citizen's site.
The garments will be placed in zip lock bags and will be distributed to Share Hope at NEA and March of Dimes for St. Bernards to be given to parents who have lost their babies.
One student said they made them in different styles and colors so the mothers can pick out what they like.
The girls said if they
Source: Northeast Arkansas Town Crier
Xcel Brands, Inc. & Kleinfeld Manhattan Announce Bridal License Isaac Mizrahi ...
18.05.12
NEW YORK, Apr 11, 2012 (GlobeNewswire via COMTEX) --
Xcel Brands, Inc. (otcqb:XELB) and Kleinfeld are proud to announce the launch of Isaac Mizrahi New York exclusively for Kleinfeld. This exclusive bridal collection will debut on the runway at Kleinfeld on April 18th. The collection will be available in-store the following day.
Isaac Mizrahi's bridal collection will feature 18 gowns ranging from unique ball gowns to modern sheaths. Retail prices will range from $2500 - $6000. Satin, charmeuse and taffeta gowns will be accented by blush colored lace, grosgrain ribbon, and gingham patterned silk.
Robert D'Loren, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Xcel Brands, Inc. said, "I am very excited to partner with Kleinfeld to launch our exclusive Isaac Mizrahi New York bridal collection. Kleinfeld is an industry leader in the bridal business, reaching over four million brides per year."
Isaac Mizrahi, Creative Director, Xcel Brands, Inc. said, "The first dress I ever did for my own label was a wedding dress. I have a special place in my heart for brides. My collection for Kleinfeld will bring something singular and special to the market; a youthful elegant style that has been my hallmark since day one."
Source: MarketWatch (press release)
