Here you will find contest rules and forms for the Livingston Parish 4-H Fashion Revue. If you have any questions, please contact the 4-H office at 225-686-3020.

Construction Judging – All Garments due in 4-H office January 11, 2013
Appearance Judging – January 29, 2013
Southside Elementary in Denham Springs

• Appearance judging will begin at 5:30 p.m. Family and friends are invited to attend the Fashion Show.
• Garments should be modeled with appropriate accessories. Contestants will be judged for total appearance as well as construction.
• Please make the garment recommended for your age.
• All garments must be on a hanger and labeled with name, age, grade, school and category.
• Contestants must complete Garment Data Sheet.

Junior Clothing

4^th & 5^th Grade
1. Open to any 4^th – 5^th grade 4-H member.
2. May enter one of these three categories:

• Apron - Apron can be made according to the instructions on hand-out sheets which are available from the 4-H office or any other pattern of your choice.
• Skirt - Any style skirt of any length can be made.
• Shorts and Pants

Due to 4-H office – January 11, 2013.

6^th – 8^th Grade
1. Open to any 6^th – 8^th grade 4-H member.
2. May enter one of these three categories:

• Skirt and Blouse – any type skirt – no sleeves or collar required on blouse.
• School Dress – may be a one piece dress or a jumper and blouse.
• Sportswear- must make complete outfit. Ex. Pants (or shorts) and blouse; pants (or skirt) and blouse, and/or jacket; pantsuit; jumpsuit.

Due to 4-H office – January 11, 2013.

Scores will be given as follows: Points

Construction			50
Appearance			40
Completeness of Data Sheet			10
Total			100

Label all garments with: Name, Category, School, and Grade.

All contestants must complete a garment data sheet. This sheet will be worth 10 points of your total score. Please answer these questions as completely as possible. This sheet will help the judges to know more about your garment. Data sheets may be typed or handwritten and turned in with your garment.

Important to Qualify for "Sew With Cotton" Category:

• Garments must be 100% cotton. Lining, interfacing, and trim, etc. may be any compatible fabric.
• A statement signed by contestant indicating that fabric was purchased as 100% cotton will be on the Personal Data Form (see attached form). Please check all information on the bolt of fabric when you make the purchase. This form must be turned in with your garment on January 11, 2013.

“Just for Fun” Category

The “Just for Fun” Category will include any accessories you construct that match your outfit. These can include tote bags, oven mitts, scrunchies, bows, purses, hats, etc. These items will be judged on construction but, will not be added to your score. Items being entered in this category will need to be turned in with your garments on January 11, 2013.

Livingston Parish 4-H Fashion Revue
Construction Judging – All Garments due in 4-H office January 11, 2013.
Appearance Judging – January 29, 2013.
Southside Elementary in Denham Springs

• Appearance judging will begin at 5:30 p.m. Family and friends are invited to attend the Fashion Show. Garments should be modeled with appropriate accessories. Contestants will be judged for total appearance as well as construction. Members may enter one garment in each category
• All garments must be on a hanger and labeled with: Name, Age, Grade, School, and Category.
• Contestants must complete data sheet.

Senior Clothing

Categories & Regulations: (9^th – 12^th)

A. School or Casual Dress – This includes one or two piece dresses suitable for school, sports activities, or casual wear.

B. Pants Outfit – Sportswear – Suitable for school, sports, or casual wear. It includes pantsuits, jumpsuits, short sets, tennis outfits, western clothes, capri/cropped pants, and swimwear (which must have a cover-up).

C. Special Occasion Wear – Must be suitable for a dressy occasion (party, formal dances, tea, hostess for party, etc.).

D. Creative Choice – May be any type and for any occasion. Should be a selection that is especially suitable to the needs and personality of the 4-H’er and show some growth in construction techniques. Contestants should be encouraged to experiment with different or unusual fabrics and multiple construction skills.

Scores will be given as follows: Points

Construction			50
Appearance			40
Completeness of Data Sheet			10
Total			100

Label all garments with: Name, Age, Category, School, and Grade.

E. Ready-to-Wear – Outfit suitable for any occasion selected for $100.00 or less. The outfit pieces may be all Ready-to-Wear or a combination of home sewn and Ready-to-Wear. Personal Data Form must be completed and turned in to 4-H office by January 11, 2013. Garments should not be turned in at that time.

Scores will be given as follows: Points

Garment Selection			40
Appearance			40
Completeness of Form			20
Total			100