Fashion Revue
2021 Fashion Revue
Where: Stanislaus County 4-H Extension Office 3800 Cornucopia Way, Suite A Modesto, CA 95358
Theme: 4-H Fashion Revue Rebooted
Who is Eligible? Any 4-H member age 5-19. Age (as of 12/31/2020) divisions are as follows:
- Clovers: ages 5-8 (may participate but not compete, and cannot move on to State Fashion Revue)
- Junior: ages 9-10
- Intermediate: ages 11-13
- Senior: ages 14-19
Registration Deadline: April 5,2021
Event Chair: Merced, San Joaquin, and Stanislaus Counties
Registration: Fashion Revue Registration
How to Register
The registration will close on April 5,2021. Late entries will not be allowed to participate in the event.
Participant Registration
Each participant should enter their information into the Fashion Revue Registration. Receipts for the Consumer Science Challenge category must be submitted separately to the County 4-H Office by the deadline as well.
Judge Registration
Each club/project group must provide at least one judge for every three entries they send.
General Information
Fashion Revue is an annual event where 4-H members can show off their sewing skills, shopping savvy, and runway strut!
Participants choose from the six competitive categories listed below, some of which are open only to members of a sewing project, create their outfit, and then model their creation both in front of a panel of judges and in a runway show.
Competition Categories
Revue will start promptly after judging, followed by awards. Primary members will be interviewed and participate in the runway, but will not be scored.
2021 Categories
- Traditional
- Consumer Science Purchased $40 limit
- The Box Challenge
- Vintage Challenge
- Cosplay Challenge
Traditional category
Participants in this category will construct garment(s), showcasing sewing skills and the ability to coordinate an outfit. The outfit must contain at least one constructed garment; participants are encouraged to construct additional garments to complete the outfit. The garment(s) in this category must be sewn by the member as part of the Clothing & Textiles/Sewing Project.
Consumer Science Purchased, $40.00 Limit
Participants in this category will shop for an entire outfit with the total cost not to exceed $40.00, including shoes but not sales tax. Receipts from the current 4-H year are required for any item that is visible. Gifts, prior purchases, and items without receipts are not eligible for this category. Receipts from yard sales, etc. may be hand written. The member should consider value vs. cost, versatility, the shopping experience, and coordination of the outfit within the cost limit. There is no 4-H project requirement; any 4-H member may enter this category.
Box Challenge
For 2021: Use 2 different fabrics
Participants in this challenge will sew one or more garments that contain 2 different fabrics that are visible. They can be 2 different colors, 2 different textures, a print and a solid, or any other combination of 2 different fabrics. The fabric used for lining doesn’t count. If one garment is sewn it has to contain the 2 different fabrics. If more than one garment is sewn, the sewn garments together must contain the 2 different fabrics. More than 2 fabrics may be used but that does not increase the scorecard points.
In addition, choose from the following elements that are in your box. Junior members must include at least two (2) in their sewn garment(s). Intermediate members must include at least three (3). Senior members must include at least four (4). The garment(s) must be sewn by the member as part of the Clothing & Textiles/Sewing project.
In the box:
- Zipper, functional
- Buttonholes, at least 2 that are functional
- Pockets, 2, any type
- Collar, waistband, or set-in sleeve
- Gathering or ruffle
- Darts or pleats, 2 or more
- Examples are, but not limited to: fringe, lace, bias binding, piping, etc.
Vintage Challenge
The term "vintage" is used to describe clothing between 20 and 100 years old that is also clearly representative of the era in which it was produced. To be called vintage, the piece should strongly reflect styles and trends associated with that era. Participants in this challenge will create an outfit that is inspired by or looks like a design from 1900-2000, using new fabric and notions. The entry must state the year or period of the design and include a drawing, photo, or description of the classic design that is being reproduced or duplicated. Add accessories to complete the outfit that are reminiscent of that time period. The outfit must feature at least one handmade garment made by the member. Other pieces of the outfit must be representational and recognizable as belonging to the same era as the hand made garment. The garment(s) in this challenge must be sewn by the member as part of the Clothing & Textiles/Sewing Project.
Cosplay Challenge
Cosplay is the practice of dressing to resemble a fictional character from a movie, book, or video game. Cosplay can also depict an original character or an historical character.
Participants in this challenge will construct a cosplay costume. Start with a photo or drawing of the character that inspired the costume. Use any crafting techniques and any materials to make the costume. Pre-made, purchased costume kits, or parts of kits are not allowed. Accessories may be purchased. Do not include real or realistic weapons. The purchased garments may be used as a starting point for the costume (purchased jeans with sewn western shirt and vest; purchased blouse with a hand made poodle skirt and scarf). The costume and its theme must be 4-H appropriate. For instance, you can modify the Wonder Woman outfit to wear pants, tights, or a longer skirt. The participant must be able to walk, sit, and use stairs while in the costume. There is no 4-H project requirement; any 4-H member may enter this category.
Resources
- California 4-H Fashion Revue: This is the link to the state website.
- Fashion Revue - Writing Commentaries :This document gives helpful tips, an outline to follow and two sample narratives.
- Penn State Sewing Skills Progress Chart The 4-H Sewing Skills Progress Chart can be used along with project books to help young people determine which skills and knowledge they already have and which things they can learn.
Judge Requirements
Entries are judged by senior members (14-19 years old), leaders and parents. Due to low judge turn out, each club is required to send the following:
JUDGES: Do you have a preferred category that you would like to judge? Let us know!
Note: Each club is responsible for finding their own replacement judges in case of a cancellation.