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HomeMy WebLinkAboutTimes-Advocate, 1981-04-01, Page 17�T 7 Sun and surf styles Pastels popular this year Pastil colours and easy care fabrics will be popular The recorded music was arranged by Dawn Childs. among this spring's fashions. That's what a standing -room -only crowd learned at Gord and Jean's Hall in Grand Bend Wednesday night. The fashion show was sponsored by the Catholic Women's League from Immaculate Heart of Mary Church in Grand Bend. Fashions for the show were provided by Grand Bend Clothing. Master of ceremonies was Dave Sheppard, and com- mentators for the show were Judy DeJong and Nelly Kelders all of Grand Bend. Corsages for the models and potted plants were provided by Farmer Bill's Flowers. 1 Photos and Story By Mary Alderson FASHION PARADE — poon and Nette Pachla accented by feathers a ford wearsa designer and Mamie Walker s1 pastel velour are Tammy Withers - Mary Read wears a white blouse colourful jeans, while Haling Craw - at shirt and white jeans. Little Fiona w off some children's styles. t HE BEACHES — There was some clowning around at Wednesday night's fashion Brad Olmstead, Tom Elliott and Hans DeJong model the latest in men's swimwear. All focal men, women and children modelled the spring fashions. Dress clothing, sports wear, and swin wear were shown. Again this year, pastels are popular. Pale blue, soft rose, pinks and lavenders will be seen in all types of clothing. The easy care fabrics include the ever - popular velour, terry, cotton and cotton blends. Velour is popular in full length jump sults, short sun suits and sun dresses. Many of the styles feature bandeau style tops, or optional straps over the shoulders. Wash and wear cotton blends are shown in the many styles of sun dresses. Some sun dresses feature the strapless bandeau top while others have the small over the shoulder straps. Some are still seen in the halter neck style. The fitness craze is reflected In much of this summer's sports wear. Whether you're a jogger or not you'll be comfortable in the sweat suit styles. Many of the outfits include hooded sweatauit style jackets. Baggy sweat pants are popular along with jogger type shorts. Many of the styles are unisex. Jeans, of course, are always right. Many of today's tight, straight-leg jeans carry the names of fashion designers. Sassoon is a popular name in designer jeans. Denim blue jeans are still tops, but jeans also come In white, pink and other pastels. Also shown were Sassoon sweat shirts in pastel colours. Blouses are light weight cotton, in cool colours. Small rounded collars with dainty puffed sleeves are shown. Some shirts still have the cowboy influence, with Western-style pockets and piping• T -Shirts are ever popular as well as sleeveless cotton stretch knits. Some of the medical look can still be seen in casual wear. Although none of the green doctor smocks were shown, there were some white drawstring waist surgical pants. The one piece bathing suit continues to dominate swimwear. Again the ban- deau top is shown – with or without straps. However, the low cut back and deep V front are still popular for sun tanning. Many of the swim suits featured high cut legs. Times -Advocate, April 1, 1981 Pose 17 ' • CAN'T WAIT FOR SUMMER — Three Grand Bend girls are ready for the summer sun. Modelling this spring's swimsuit fashions at a show in Grand Bend Wednesday night were Linda Gaudry, Mary Read and Evelyn Gaudry. Grand Bend personals Lioness club plans local rally Grand Bend Lioness Club held their meeting at the Green Forest Hotel on Thursday, March 26, with President Diane Bexton in charge 'The 'b»b'a business VELOURS AND COTTONS — Easy care fabrics dominate this spring's fashions. Jean Mommersteeg models a rose velour Cotton halsar dress, Nancy Stokkermans models a velour sun dress, and Heather Traub wears a velour skirt and top combination. meeting followed. There will be children's movies shown at the Grand Bend public school on April 11 at 1.30 p.m. The Lioness District Al Spring Rally will be held at Oakwood on April 23. The Grand Bend Lions will be holding their "Urban Cowboy" night at Parkhill Community Centre May 2. The Lioness Mini -Vegas night will be held May 23, at Dashwood Community Cen- tre. Many thanks to those who supported the Lioness March of Dimes campaign this month. It was a real success. There will be a Lioness meeting Mary 5 at the Green Forest Hotel at 7:30p.m. to make final plans for the Mini -Vegas night. After discussion on other business the meeting was closed with the raffle draw, won by Marilyn Martens. Women's Institute meet The March meeting of the W.I. was held March 25 at the Anglican I'arish hall. It was Family night The ladies entertained their families to a sumptuous Pot Luck dinner. Millie Desjardine led in an action sing song which i was enjoyed by all. At eight o'clock most of the group a went to Bowling lanes for an t evening of holwing. The attendance was 63. Members were reminded of the display of the crewel d work from the course to be U held Tuesday Articles to be h picked up by 10 a.m. Standing committee a reports were to be ready for the April meeting. Anglican Church news Rev. George Anderson, a chose St. Luke, Chapter 19, R verse three. "Ile sought to see Jesus." for his sermo topic at the morning servic at St. Johns. The ladies group of St Johns will Thursday a 2:00 p.m. April 2. at the Parish hall Coffee and tea were serv- ed in the fellowship hour following the morning ser- vice. Sunday. Church of God news About 20 youths ane leader met Friday night and in their social time went swim- ming at Parkhill. They all gathered later at the home of Deanna MacGregor where Rev. J. Campbell con- ducted a devotional about a paralyzed young man. and how his faith helped him sur- vive. The group enjoyed sloppy joes and pop for lunch. United Church news Rev Harley Moore's ser- mon topic at the morning service at the United Church was Lost and Found, based on scripture from Matthew, fifth chapter. verses one to twelve. Choir anthem was "Whiter than snow". The children's story was based on growing. n stature. power, strength and spiritually. Rev. Moore sked the children "What is he greatest power in the world?" The Sacrament of Baptism will be observed next Sun - ay, April 5. at Grand Bend nited. Parents wishing to ave their child baptized hould contact Rev. Moore s soon as possible. Study time will be on "Cop- e ing with hopelessness." e The Grand Bend Golden Agers will meet this after- • noon April 1 at St. John's t Parish hall at 1:30 p.m. Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Galbraith. of Appin, visited Thursday with his sister, Miss Jean Galbraith. Paul Moore spent some holidays with his parents Rev. and Mrs. Harley s Moore and brother John. Daffodils will be sold by the Cancer Society on April 3. Ten blooms for $2.00. Mrs. Marian Larmer is taking orders - please call either Parkhill 294-6190 or Grand Bend 238-2645. Rev. and Mrs. John Campbell. Laura and Douglas. spent some holidays last week at the children's grandparents. Mr. and Mrs. Louie Walker, in Pontiac. Michigan. Marie and George Chowen. enjoyed a turkey supper. Sunday night, at their duaghter's. Audrey and • Ken Moffat, and grandchildren Valerie, Gloria. Terry and Wendy, of Blyth area. Mrs. Emery Desjardine was moved last Wednesday from Strathroy hospital. to Chateau Gardens in Parkhill. Mrs. Earl Weiberg and Caroline of Elliot lake, visited Mrs. Rosie Grigg last Wednesday. Mrs. Weiberg also attended the funeral of her uncle Adolph Keller, last Wednesday. Debbie. Harry and Eric Plantengaaf Huron Park, and Ella Desjardine of Shipka, were supper guests with Debbie's parents. Clara and Alvin Statton. Sunday. Personals The Bible coffee hour will meet this week, Thursday .m. 9:30, April 2nd, at Mrs. uth De Brum's home. HERE COMES THE SUN — Cathy Griffith models o bandeau top styled swimsuit, while Tommy Witherspoon wears a holterstyle of Wednesday night's foshion show in Grand Bend. GRAND BEND SWIM PROGRAM Request applications for the position of Head Intructor-Instructress for the summer '81 program. Red Cross, Royal life Saving and canoeing experience necessary. Please reply to: Beth Jean Box 562, Grand Bend, Ontario NOM 1TO