Fashion Show and Exhibition – JSS1 Fashion and Garment Making Lesson Note (Third Term)

A fashion show is an event where models walk on a runway to display clothes made by a tailor or designer.

Behavioural objectives

1. Define a fashion show, an exhibition and a runway.
2. State the difference between a fashion show and an exhibition.
3. Name the roles needed to organise a school mini fashion display.
4. Arrange items neatly for an exhibition.
5. Perform the four steps of a runway walk.

What is a fashion show?

A fashion show is a live event where models wear garments and walk on a runway so an audience can see them.

• Runway: a long, narrow stage or path on which models walk.
• Model: a person who wears a garment to show it to the audience.
• Designer: the person who plans and makes the garment.
• Audience: the people who watch the show, such as parents, teachers and classmates.

What is a school mini fashion display?

A school mini fashion display is a small class version of a fashion show, held to present our finished sewing projects.

• It lets us celebrate our hard work.
• It shows parents and teachers what we have learned.
• It builds our confidence.

What is an exhibition?

An exhibition is a stationary display where finished items are placed on tables for people to look at closely.

• Items stay in one place and are not worn.
• Visitors walk around and examine stitches, hems and finishing.
• It suits items such as pillowcases, handkerchiefs and aprons.

What is the difference between a fashion show and an exhibition?

What roles are needed to plan a mini display?

A mini display needs four main roles: designers, models, stage managers and a commentator.

• The Designers (you): prepare finished projects such as handkerchiefs, aprons and blouses, and make sure they are clean and pressed.
• The Models: wear the clothes and walk. They practise walking straight and smiling.
• The Stage Managers: arrange the classroom, set up the runway and play the music. The runway can be a cleared path between desks.
• The Commentator (MC): speaks with a microphone or a loud, clear voice to describe each garment as the model walks out.

What should a commentator say?

• Name: the name of the designer and the garment.
• Fabric and colour: the cloth used and the colours combined.
• Style: a short note on the design, such as a pocket or a neat hem.

How do we prepare a garment for display?

A garment is ready for display when it is clean, pressed and free of loose threads.

1. Wash the garment if it is dirty.
2. Trim loose threads from seams and hems.
3. Press (iron) the garment so it looks smooth and neat.
4. Check that buttons or fastenings are firmly attached.

How do we set up an exhibition?

An exhibition looks professional when items are labelled, grouped, clean and well lit.

1. Labelling: place a small, neat card beside each item, such as a pillowcase or skirt, with your name and the project name.
2. Grouping: put all the aprons together in one section and all the blouses in another.
3. Cleanliness: cover tables with neat white cloths so the coloured fabrics stand out.
4. Lighting: make the room bright so everyone can see your stitches.

What are the steps of a runway walk?

A runway walk has four steps: the entrance, the pause, the turn and the exit.

1. The Entrance: walk out confidently when the music starts.
2. The Pause: stop at the front of the runway for 5 seconds so the audience can see the details of the work.
3. The Turn: turn around gently so the audience can see the back of the garment and the neat seams.
4. The Exit: walk back calmly so the next model can come out.

Tailor’s Tip: Do not walk too fast. Give people time to admire your hemming and the way you combined your colours.

What makes a good model?

• Posture: stands and walks straight.
• Expression: smiles and looks confident.
• Pace: walks slowly and calmly.

Why is a mini display important?

A mini display helps students learn from others, improve their work and take pride in what they make.

• Feedback: teachers and guests tell you what you did well and how to improve.
• Inspiration: you see the creative ideas of your classmates.
• Marketing: you learn how to “sell” your work and talk to customers.
• Joy: it is a proud moment to see something you made with your own hands being cheered.

What is on the checklist for our show?

Class practical activity

• Role play: clear the middle of the class. Three students practise walking like models. One student practises being the commentator and describes the “designs”, even if everyone is in school uniform.
• Critique: each student gives one “thumbs up” (something good) and one “tip” (how to walk better).

Evaluation

1. What is the difference between a fashion show and an exhibition?
2. Mention three roles needed to organise a school mini fashion display.
3. Why is pressing (ironing) your clothes important before a show?
4. What should be written on the label of an exhibited item?

Assignment

Choose one finished project you made. Write the label card for it, then list the four steps you would follow to present it on the runway.