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Times-Advocate, 1979-05-02, Page 17Colorful fashion parade attracts bumper crowd SUIT ALWAYS RIGHT — Connie Johnston of Exeter models one of Merry Rags' suits. The pleated skirt and matching jacket are a classic. even Notice Ministry of Housing Ontario THE PLANNING ACT 7% P.S.T. CHECKS TICKET SALES — CFPL radio personality Bill Brady visits with Marj Delbridge and Elaine Bogart before taking on the job of describing the latest styles. CHECK US OUT FOR YOUR WESTERN RIDING GEAR Lee Boot Cut Jeans Western Boots & Belts Shirts & Hats Tack Horse Center We'll repair broken tack. SCOTT'S LEATHER & TACK SHOP 120 Sanders St. W., Exeter Ph. 235-0694 Serving South Huron, North Middlesex & North Lambton Since 1873 imes- AdvOcate The summer of ‘79 will be the season of change in the fashion world. The soft neutrals are giving way to bright, bold colors — lime green, chrome yellow, vibrant turquoise. Last year’s loose and full pants are now slim and narrow. Dresses are slightly shorter — just below the knee rather than calf length — but with a daring front split giving a glimpse of leg. A "Fashion Forecast” for ‘79 was presented to a crowd of about 850 at Exeter’s Rec Centre last Wednesday evening. Proceeds from the $4 admittance ticket went to the Canadian Cancer Socie­ ty- Clothing for the show came from Merry Rags, a Grand Bend boutique. Co­ owner of Merry Rags, Johanna Andrews, and CFPL radio personality Bill Brady were commentators for the program. Local talent and professional models combined to give the public a look at many styles that make up the ‘79 fashion forecast. The cowboy look is back and creating a fashion stampede. Fringed satin shirts team up with the ever- popular denim in boleros, wrap-around skirts and, of course, jeans. Cowboy boots complete with spurs comple­ ment the western look. Fashion is also retrogressive this year, with styles reminiscent of the ‘40s. Long hair is braided and piled high under veiled hats. Jackets are belted to show off delicate peplums. Padded shoulders and button-down-front dresses recall the years of the se­ cond world war. Floor length dresses are only worn on very formal oc­ casions, and for evening wear the handerchief hemline is more in keeping with today’s look. The tulip bottom dress with the high front opening is also popular with the party-goer. Soft blouson bodices with flowing skirts in bright colors are "in” for evening wear, especialy with the dis­ co set. Hot pinks or shocking lavenders catch the eye. Jacket dresses are back for daytime wear, along with the classic suit. Accessories are all- important — belts are bright and narrow, scarves in every color imaginable. However, Merry Rags is not suggesting that you wear only belts or scarves over black tights as their models did in the exciting "Extra, extra” scene. The always popular bikini is still with us on the beach, but the one-piece bathing suit is making a come-back. Sheered bandeaux hold up strapless one piecers for smooth tanning. An important part of beach wear is the cover-up. This year anything goes — full-length wrap-around skirts, long gowns, and loose genie pants. Attractive models of all ages showed off the styles of ‘79; Tracy Lee Homans of Toronto, Adrian Rankin, Kay Carruthers, and Rose Marie Maertens of London, Joy Hogg and Nancy Michaud of Zurich, Beth Jean of Grand Bend, Dean Frayne and Connie Johnston of Exeter, and Wendy An­ drews Elliott, Co-owner of Merry Rags. Marie Homans was show director and Dave Shepherd provided organ music. Fashion show organizers were very pleased with the show and believe that profits for the Cancer Society will be in the $3000 range. EXTRA, EXTRA The accessory is very important as emphasized by Wendy Andrews Elliott, co-owner of Merry Rags in an outfit of bangle bracelets and bright belts. Health even your down special Coloured Jeans $15 each. CABLE T.V SUBSCRIBERS PANTS POPULAR — The pant suit is probably here to stay, and Dean Frayne of Exeter models this attractive and comfor­ table outfit. Book Now For Summer Weddings And All Special Occasions Compete rental service We Have A Complete Range of All The Latest Fashions Mcknight ASONS Mens' Wear MAIN ST. EXETER 235-2320 The Winner at our 10th Anniversary draw was Ross Richarson, Exeter. Thanks /o everyone for your patronage and good wishes during our an­ niversary. p.; REMEMBER THE FORTIES — Tracey Lee Homans of Toronto shows retrogressive fashion and a return to the forties look. The dress is hot pink with a high front split, complete with a feathered, veiled hat. As of April 11, 1979 All Accounts Will Reflect the 7% Provincial Sales Tax Introduced In The Ontario Government's New Budget Dated April 10, 1979. GREAT VALUES Wednesday, May 2 to Sunday May 6 Notice of Application for Amendment to Minister’s Restricted Area Order-289/74 Township of Stephen Take notice that application to amend the restricted area order filed as Ontario Regulation 289/74 has been received by the Minister of Housing. The appli­ cation is: (1) Applicant: Thompson-Warner Motors Limited File No.: 4OZ-O60 79 Proposal: To erect a 15,000 sq. ft. building for the purpose of an automobile and boat dealership and service centre. Part of Lot 5, Lake Road East Concession, Part 2, Plan 22R-232 All submissions in support of, or in opposition to, the application described above, and received by the Ministry of Housing, 7th floor, 56 Wellesley St. West, Toronto, Ontario M7A 2K4 on or before the 17th day of May, 1979 will be fully considered before a final decision is made thereon. Please refer to the file number indicated above. In addition, under section 32(9) of The Planning Act, any interested person may request a hearing by the Ontario Municipal Board on an application for amendment to a restricted area order. Claude F. Bennett Minister of Housing BIKINI POWER —- After peeling off a bandeau top and genie pants, Beth Jean of Grand Bend showed the audience this year's colorful bikini. A slim gold belt around her waist completes the look. 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