Meadowbrook High School - Sceptre Yearbook (Richmond, VA)

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Fashion for Lunch. A Casual Corner re- presentative offers tips to teachers on how to “Dress for Success” during their lunch time. The latest fad. Dwayne Courton demon- strates his breakdancing ability while in the spring fashion show. 22 Fashion Merchandising Say cheese! As the fashion merchandis- ing classes form a portfolio, these stu- dents pose in a group shot. Watch your step! Looking smashing, Jeffand Karen Drinkwater are properly attired for Promnight. Focus On Fashion conta During VOC-ED week, Feb- ruary 6-10, DE students give MBK pencils and teacher treats. On February 14 and 16, students were entertained dur- ing their lunch periods by two mini fashion shows entitled - lakesMesToaticar ta sand “Spring Sensations’. These promotional shows were used to recruit new fashion students and featured the latest in sportswear and Prom attire. In the second year at Mit- chell’s Formal wear window display competition; the Fash- ion Merchandising classes in- creased their title from second to first place with their Valen- tine’s Day presentation. Teachers were able to enjoy lunch while receiving fashion advice from a Casual Corner re- presentative. They saw a pre- sentation on coordinating and economizing their wardrobe and found out how nine pieces of clothing made 30 outfits. Overcoming audio difficulty, Fashion Merchandising stu- dents culminated the skills learned over the year and pre- sented them in a spring fashion show, Directions”, on May 31. Alan Baird and Susan Hanks provided fashion commentary for the students and their ward- robes. The fashions consisted of summerwear such as baggy shorts, mini-skirts, bathing suits and men’s short outfits. Eveningwear was also illustrat- ed by tuxedos, dresses and breakdancing apparel. Junior, Kris Rublee evaluated the event, “It was fun, but I wish more people had showed up or we had had it during school hours.” At the Employer — Employ- ee banquet on May 30 at Mea- dowbrook Country Club, Phil- lip DaSanMartino received Deca student of the year and Paul Murray and Teri Gravitte were given superior work per- formance awards. This banquet is financed through fund raising throughout the year. It is for the purpose of recognizing employ- ers who have supported the pro- gram throughout the year and to award outstanding students. Walking out into the sun- shine of spring, students had the firsthand experiences of obtain- ing a knowledge in the fashion industry.

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rudging through the snow, 12 students accompanied by Ms. Donna Wainscott and Ms. Julie Estes shivered in be- low freezing temperatures. The weather was one of the many things that they would remem- ber about their weekend in the Big Apple. Senior, Karen Drinkwater recalled, “‘The weather was terrible while we were there, but we still had an excellent time.” The trip was filled with memorable exper- iences of bustling subways, breakdancing in the streets, and tall buildings filled with glass panes. For $390.00, Fashion Mer- chandising students received a round-trip plane-fare, two Broadway plays, three dinners, and accomodations at the “For me?” Norman Campbell and Kris Rublee discuss decorations for the Val- entine’s Day window display at Mit- chell’s Formal Wear. Focus On Fashion Wentworth Hotel. They shopped at major department stores and visited Chinatown. They also attended Broadway productions of “My One and Only” starring Tommy Tune and Twiggy and enjoyed the long run “Chorus Line’. For sightseeing, they toured Rocke- feller Center, Empire State Building, St. Patrick’s Cathe- dral, Trump Tower, and ate at famous restaurants like Momma Leone’s. In addition to having fun, they also learned a great deal about the fashion industry. They attended seminars given by a male model from Halston, by a loft designer in the SoHo District, and by the editor of GQ magazine. They also visited the Yves Saint Laurent special = A last minute check ... Miss Donna Wainscott and Mrs. making sure that everything is ready for the “Take Me To Heart” fashion show in the cafeteria during all lunches. Julie Estes are exhibit at the Metropolitan. In order to finance the trip, students received money from parents, earnings from work, or class participation in a special project. Sherry King explained, ““My parents gave me the mon- ey but we, the first period fash- ion class, had a fashion show at Farm Fresh “trend’s shop” on Midlothian. When we got to New York, Ms. Estes gave the students that participated in it ten dollars back.” Fashion and Marketing classes visted the Safeway Dis- tribution Center, White Flint Mall, Chrysler Museum, and ‘“Waterside’ Norfolk Mall. These trips exposed students to high fashion stores, marketing techniques, and displays. The year was chock full of ac- tivities. Fashion merchandising coordinators approached the manager of the new Farm Fresh with the idea of an in-store fash- ion show. On December 3 and 9 fashion students participated in two shows and were video taped by Media Club members. This was cablecast from Storer Ca- ble on the local access channel. The marketing department, headed by Francine Hymes, went to Miller Rhoads with the idea of students taking in- ventory as a fund raiser. Since MBK was the “pilot school”, much depended on our own suc- cess. Approximately 200 volun- LecIssinade Upeciestudents, teachers, and parents came out on January 15 to help their cause. Distribution Education added $850.00 to its treasury. Bright and white. Jack Nashette looks very sporty as he struts his stuff in the “Directions For 84° fashion show. CHESTERFIELD COUNTY LIBRARY VIRGINIA Fashion Merchandising 2

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What a bargin! Lori Bardon and Melissa Garett hand out 20% discounts to a customer at Farm Fresh. Working hard. Tracy Fleenor is prepar- ing for the window display at Mitchell’s Formalwear. Ready for the nightlife! Sherry King completes her outfit with a wide leather belt and an upbeat look. ad Fe ge Beach or bust. DeAnne Hayden demon- strates her style for summer in “Direc- tions For 84”. A perfect picture. Joyce Robinson dis- plays her style while modeling in the Trend’s Shop at Farm Fresh. Fashion Merchandising 23