Perhaps the most popular exhibit at Wool Expo is the wool fashion parade and today's display was no different to usual. The clothing shown was designed by young people trying to make their name in the field and the entries were judged for numerous prizes at Sydney's Royal Easter Show. In the past the judging took place in Armidale, but the move to Sydney gave the event extra exposure.
The models this year were all local school-children or university students, and, unlike the professional models who pout their way along the cat-walk looking very unhappy at what they are being forced to wear, the local models seemed to be enjoying their opportunity at the Australia Wool Fashion Parade. And, by the way, the garments showed at least as much creativity as those from supposedly top designers. Of course, all items shown contained a large proportion of wool.
The display was highly professional down to the last detail - the lighting and bouncy music; the swirling of the models up and down the walkway; their deportment (despite what were often agonisingly high heels); and their grooming / makeup. The event was even watched by tables of diners on the far side from me eating in what was described as a slow food restaurant. I didn't get a close view of the food, but I presume the menu included escargots along with ample wine from local vineyards.
The attached illustrations show some of the large number of creations on display, including the overall fashion winner in the middle at the back in the group photo. I apologise for some blurring of the images due to the photos being taken indoors.
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