Enjoying history through fashion
MEMBERS of the Wongarbon CWA will fly the flag for fashionistas when they host the upcoming Cavalcade of History and Fashion presentation in Dubbo. Wongarbon CWA president Marjorie Blatch said it was an exciting first for the city and a way to bring social history to life.
“It’s the first time the Cavalcade has been to Dubbo so this is a big coup,” she told
“It’s terribly interesting and a great look into the history of fashion.”
The Cavalcade collection features fashions from the 1700s through to the 1900s and every item has a story to tell.
“They have an array of old garments from way back in time,” Marjorie said. “They keep them in pristine order because they are presented, they aren’t modelled. With each garment, they also have
Majorie Blatch and Marie Tucker travel back in time with their historic fashion pieces, ahead of Wongarbon CWA’S Cavalcade of History and Fashion. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS a story of the person who wore it.
“We have chosen the era 19191939 Between the Wars, because ANZAC Day is coming up. The ‘20s were pretty out there while the ‘30s were more structured.”
Gowns from this era typify the amazing change in fashion that occurred between World War I and World War II. Fashion changed from the 1920s flapper gowns to the bias cut of the 1930s.
“Last year, I saw a presentation from the early 1900s; to hear the story of the people who wore them it was really great. We just felt that for anyone interested in fashion, textiles or history, it will be a lovely afternoon.”
Marjorie said the event is a fundraiser for the branch which helps people all over the world.
“We have projects helping people in the South Pacific and Nepal. We help out local people that are in need. Our aim is to help women and their families.”
WHAT WHERE WHEN
z The Cavalcade of History and Fashion presentation
z Dubbo Baptist Church
z Saturday, March 17, from 2.30pm
z Tickets are $25 adults (students $10) and include a delicious afternoon tea. Enquires and bookings to Marjorie Blatch on 6884 5558 or 0427 669 104.
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