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The Exeter Times-Advocate, 1973-04-05, Page 13o, • EXETER, ONTARIO, APRIL 5, 1973 sit A 4, fo Many readers will recognize these lines as originating in a recent hit song, But they also proclaimed in forceful words the theme of the Centralia College "Open House '73" fashion show last week, The 26 models from both junior and senior fashion classes at the college performed their show twice Wednesday and once Thursday to almost capacity crowds each time. The highlight of the program came at the end of the third show, when senior student Gisele Riberdy was presented with the South Huron Women's Institute award for being the best model of the show. In addition to the actual modelling, factors taken into consideration were the suitability of clothes to the girl; con- struction; and up-to-date fashion. This award was open only to the senior fashion class. The winner received a plaque presented by the president of the South Huron WI, Ruth Skinner, and a gift from the college staff, The theme of the fashion parade was sung by Shelia Wray, a senior student in the foods course accompanied by the Tony Caminiti Quartet, What followed was a well organized and very professional presentation. Backed up by Bare Look The bare look is popular in even- ing wear, as demonstrated here by model Karen Clark. Her off- the-shoulder dress then falls into soft folds. appropriate music and an imaginative commentary, the girls came on to the U-shaped walkway in groups of two or three. All the outfits were made by the girls themselves and many were self-designed. They presented a great variety of fashion, from springy sportswear to elegant evening gowns, and above all, they were strictly feminine, In almost every case, the fashion emphasis was on comfort and easy-care materials, Stretch materials, denims and cotton and polyester blends were very much in evidence. A few outfits in wool were also modeled for the spring and summer season. Traditionally used in colder weather, the girls feel wool is quite suitable for certain warm weather outfits because it "breathes" with the wearer. For many observers, the most startling aspect of the fashions on display was the length of the dresses. There seems to be a move back to dresses, both for the working girl and for playing. But in every case there were no styles which even closely ap- proximated the severe mini dresses of 1971 and 72, Girl watchers would seem to be out of luck! The lengths featured were mid- Long and Feminine Long and feminine describes the general styles of evening wear for this spring. Here, Bonnie Ovens models her dress, highlighted by a chiffon over-lay. Hats Are In Along with shirtwaist dresses, the newest fashion accessory is hats, big and floppy, This well Co- ordinated outfit is modeled by Elaine Kieffer. knee or near the knee, even for casual sun dresses. But don't Short and Pert Although dress lengths may be coming down, beach fashions are . not. Above, Debra Anderson models a skooter skirt over shorts and matching halter top, completely despair. Scooter skirts and short shorts are still the word for the beach or pool- side. Many of the dresses displayed the shirtwaist style, which was very popular a few years ago. The same trend follows in suits, with both long and short blouses or jackets. One of the major fashion accesories used to highlight the outfits was colored stockings, The classic look of the blazer is back, with both skirts and pants, The slacks modeled were almost all "bags" with cuffs the order of the day, Colors on parade showed a definite trend to pastels, along with the traditional red, white and blue. Pastel shades of dotted swiss were also a popular choice among the models. "Feminine" is the most out- standing feature of the evening wear. Long dresses with bare backs, empire waists and even a touch of chiffon were in evidence, with high-waisted palazzo pants in second place. Wrap-around coats, jackets and pant tops are new features on the '73 fashion scene, often casually tied with a long, loose belt. Common to the coats, as well as to just about all other modes of dress were plaids, checks and some madras. The layered look of suits both with skirts and pants, and of sweaters or blouses under blouses or sweaters was also quite apparent, both in casual clothes and outfits for the working girl. PAGES lA to 12A The girls who participated in the fashion show were supported by a cast of five dressers, plus several ushers, organizers and staff and student advisors. The commentators were Jane Simp- son and Debbie Anderson, Almost all the outfits have been constructed since the beginning of February, and the girls decided the exact format of their program only a day before their first show, + + But the fashion show was not the only preparation done by the girls Of the Home Economics course at CCAT for "Open House /3". In addition to a junior fashion display on tailoring, there were both junior and senior foods displays and four different food demonstrations. Topics for these demon- strations included "Cheese, a meal in itself"; "Light and lively with gelatin desserts"; "Let's start with a min"; and "A taste of the island coconut," Members of the audience received not only new ideas for preparing and serving various foods, hut were able to sample the goodies after each demon- stration. Diane Walker, who was recently crowned queen of the college and of the Kirkton Winter Carnival, was awarded a plaque from the Ontario Dietetic Association - Region 1, and a gift from the staff of the college, for general excellence in food demonstration. Next week, April 8-14, has been declared Education Week in the province of Ontario, and Exeter Public School has a roster of events planned to interest both parents and others. The school staff and students hope to give an insight into all aspects of school life, centred Although you can try, you will probably never convince Steven Pfaff that there is any good luck attached td a four-leaf clover. Steven's mother, Mrs. Harvey Pfaff, Exeter gave him the traditional good luck charm before he'ldft cirr a school trip to London, England during the March break. The clover had been given to her and her husband when they went to Europe a few years ago. But it brought nothing but bad luck to Steven. He arrived back in Exeter Monday after having been hospitalized in England for what was thought to be pneumonia. In fact, it was eventually disgnosed as Pulmonary embolism' (or a blood clot on the lung). It is thought that clot was the result of a hockey injury he received about three months ago. Steven was forced to stay in England after the rest of his school mates came home, but it wasn't until last Thursday that his case was correctly diagnosed. "I'm just glad we didn't know then what was wrong with him, or his mother would have had me right over there on a plane," said Mr. Pfaff. But Steven's troubles didn't end, or even begin with his illness, Before he was sick, he got pick-pocketed. Someeone stole over $20 from him. Later he was hospitalized. Mr. Pfaff wired his son a return ticket home, and he -received that. But he also wired him 25 District office to aid students Canada Manpower has recently opened a new office in Goderich to assist students seeking summer employment, This office will provide the following services for students and employers: - Referral of qualified people to available summer jet) op- portunities. - Assist student clients to find work by soliciting job orders from area employers. - Assist employers to find qualified help by recruiting available students. - Supply information on the various federal and provincial government summer programs for students. Larry Dillon, a native of Seaforth, has been appointed as the Student Placement Coun- sellor. He intends to approach most area employers to en- courage student employment and he will also visit the schools to assist the students to register early, Early registration is important to the students as many em- ployers are seeking their sum- mer help now, If a student has an application in the files, he is referred to new job opportunities as they become available, SECOND SECTION New look is long . - Gone Fishing Seersucker is one of the year's most popular materials.. Model Diane Bultkeett used it bett ad- vantage in this matching "gone fishin" outfit with matching shorts 111, and top, Capacity crowds attend CCAT models swing into spring DRESS REVIVAL — Dresses and suits are being revived for spring fashions, both for the working girl and dress-up. From left, models Maggie Gaudette, Debra Anderson and Gisele Riberdy wear three different styles. Gisele won the South Huron WI award for modeling at the Centralia College fashion show last week. T-A photo t «, .,`,•;'Jf,„•.— .$ " , $.,2: il .:;:iii 1.011:1:1 ;I: .; it: 14,,,, t 0 7I:7 ,..1:::::1::10,, ''riti VI- OW 14 • i g 1111 : 1113'1 i i ' t' 4' q ; l: Iii L I:; Il fl. II: '11 II ti'4114 I:: 1 I Ft l i b l'll il 1 i'l'i: ill I till :11: 1:: 4:11*: Si 1 l'' 1 11; 'I' :A l' II 1 COLORS FOR SPRING — Plaids and checks are the "in" thing for this season's fashion look as demonstrated by the above Centralia College models, Jane Simpson, left, wears cuffed bags and carries a matching skirt, both to be topped with a classic blazer, Judith Bishop, centre, tops her slacks with a new-style wrap-around coat. And Karen Clark, combines the two modes in her coat. T-A photo PANTS FOR ALL OCCASIONS — Pants are now acceptable in all areas of women's fashions, as was demonstrated by the above outfits modeled at the Centralia College fashion show. From left, Elaine Kieffer models a casual slack outfit, topped with a short jacket and a turtle-neck for the layered look, Gisele Riber- dy, centre, wears a one piece pant outfit for lounging. And Bonny Livingston shows very wide palazzo pants for evening wear. T:A photo Adult participation key to Education Week plans Principal James Chapman stressed that any persons who wish may visit the school for any of the events listed, It is not limited to parents, but is open, to all residents. around the province-wide theme, "Human values in education", pounds, or a little over $30 in Canadian currency. There was a giant mix-up and the wire was addressed to Weston Hospital, rather than Western Hospital, where Steven was. When a friend finally tracked down the missing money, it was made out to Steven Ptass, so there was no way he could cash the cheque anyway, and he brought it home with him again. But not everything was bad. He was very impressed with the care he received from the doctors and nurses, and with the friends he made among other patients. John St. John. and Miss O'Connor from the Society for the Study of the Heritage of Canada, the organization which sponsored the school trip, were most helpful to him. Mr. St. John was in touch with him every day, and ac- companied him to the airport and saw him home. Steven went straight from the hospital to the plane, but had to get a special hospital pass to fly. Now all's well that ends well, Steven is home, and back at school. "He was very anxious to see his friends again,"said Mrs. Pfaff. "He's a little weak, but generally feeling very well." She added that the troubles he encountered had not dampened his enthusiasm, and that he could hardly wait to go back. Chances are he won't worry about taking a good luck charm though. Although many Ontario schools are involving parents in various activities on a regular year-round basis, Education Week has traditionally been a time for schools to organize special events — to explain their programs to parents and the general public. Events will start in Exeter Public School Monday night, with the boys invited to bring a parent or guardian to tour the school and see the displays and activities. Tuesday night, again starting at 7 p.m., it is the girl's turn. Both nights, will feature volleyball games: Monday between grade 7 and grade 8 boys and their fathers. Tuesday night the girls will challenge their mothers. Wednesday, from 9 a.m. to 3:45 p,m. parents and guardians and anyone else interested are invited to visit classradnie classes are in session. Visits are to be informal and visitors are to feel free to come and go as they wish. Curriculum night will be from 7:30 to 9 p.m, Wednesday. People are asked to come and par- ticipate in sample lessons and to hear about courses of study in the grade levels of their choice. Examples of topics to be presented are: creative English, intermediate math, primary activity centres; skills development, simulation, cuisenaire and languages, A schedule will be available listing times and locations. At 8 p.m. Thursday, personnel who provide special services for the pupils will be at the school to demonstrate techniques used to identify learning problems and discuss remedial programs. Those participating will be: William Carter, psychologist; Sandra Orr, psychometrist; Ha Kayes, special learning disabilities; Pam Scotchmer, speech correction; and Jean Turner, remedial assistance. Visitors are invited to ask questions, make suggestions, try the activities and see what's happening! CLASSIC CO-ORDINATES with cuffs or without, with long jacket or short these co-ordinates will pass any inspection. Models are Cathy Culbert, left, and Marion Cushnaghan. T-A photo Good luck charm hexes student's trip abroad 1