4-H CLOTHING
Department D

Superintendent:
     Laurie Washburn 

RULES AND INFORMATION:

CONSTRUCTION AND CONSUMER BUYING DIVISION
1. The 4-H Clothing Division is open to all qualified 4-H members in Wise County.

2. All clothing garments entered in the construction division must be the work of the exhibitor.
     The Wise County Youth Fair clothing division works in conjunction with Wise County 4-H to offer two fashion shows:
          A. Wise County Youth Fair Fashion Show (see General Rule #1 for eligible participants).
          B. Wise County 4-H Fashion Show which is a district qualifying event. Entry process is through the Wise county Extension Office and eligibility to participate is determined by Wise County 4-H guidelines.
     The Wise County 4-H Fashion Show is not a part of the Wise County Youth Fair, it is merely held in conjunction with WCYF due to necessary timing of the Qualifying Event. Awards will be presented in a separate ceremony following the WCYF Fashion Show Awards.

3. Junior, Intermediate, and Senior Division: Only garments worn may be entered. NO additional garments may be carried with the exception of props (tennis racket, teddy bear, etc.). Other accessories such as hats, belts, hosiery, shoes, gloves, and jewelry may be purchased.

4. Junior, Intermediates, and Seniors: Garments may be constructed by sewing, knitting, or crocheting using new or recycled materials.

5. Each entry must have appropriate forms and attachments.
     *4-H Fashion Show Information sheets and Consumer Buying Worksheets are available at the Extension Office.

6. A 4-H’er can enter as many classes as they wish but only one garment in each class.

7.  Construction and Consumer Buying judging will take place on Wednesday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Wise County Extension Office. Interview times should be scheduled through the Extension Office by calling: 940/627-3341.
     Storyboards must be dropped off at the Wise County Extension Office by 10:00 am on Friday, February 21st. 4-H’er is not required to be present at judging.

8.  ALL Fashion Construction and Consumer Buying worksheets will be due Wednesday, February 19th, a week before the Interviews/Judging.

9.  Construction and Consumer Buying—Parade of Fashions please arrive by 6:00 p.m. Thursday. Storyboards will be displayed during the Parade of Fashions.

10.  Winners of the Youth Fair Clothing and 4-H Fashion show will be recognized during the Parade of Fashions beginning at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday.

11.  All winning contestants come to the back of the Women’s Building, as soon as, the fashion show is over for newspaper pictures.
     *The first place winner in each category, in each age group will be photographed.

12.  The high point winner in each age division will receive the Youth Fair trophy. Winners MUST stay after the Parade of Fashions for photographs.
     - The top junior overall (8 years and 3rd-5th grade)
     - The top intermediate overall (6th, 7th & 8th grade)
     - The top senior overall (9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade)

13. Premiums will be given on first through third places. 

14. Entries will be placed first through sixth in each division and age category. All others will receive participation ribbons.

15. See Entry information on page 12 & 17 for guidelines on entering.

CONSTRUCTION DIVISION

EVERYDAY LIVING
     Includes casual sportswear, weekend-wear, clothing for school, casual after-school events, or hanging out with friends.

     1. Junior: 8yrs old & 3rd—5th grade
     2. Intermediate: 6th, 7th & 8th grade
     3. Senior: 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade

REFASHION
  Refashion is an environmentally friendly category where old, worn out or damaged textile items are upcycled into something new. The result of modifying existing clothing or fabric item (such as tablecloth or curtain) into something more fashionable. Participants will use creativity and sewing skills to bring life to something that would have ended up in the landfill. The completed garment is different from its original use, not just an alteration. (Example: neck tie sewn together to form a dress or taking old t-shirts and making them into a skirt).

     4. Junior: 8yrs old & 3rd—5th grade
     5. Intermediate: 6th, 7th & 8th grade
     6. Senior: 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade

SEMI-FORMAL TO FORMAL
    Entry must be designed for semi-formal to dressy occasions and made from fabrics intended for the same. 
Semi-formal is a little less formal than formal black tie.
     *Woman-includes midi dresses, maxi-dresses, wrap dresses, cocktail dresses, pantsuits and jumpsuits.
     *Men- includes slacks and a blazer, a tow-piece suit (with or without a tie), accessories that show personal style (pocket squares, dress watch, custom shoes).
Formal-prom, evening wedding or gala party.
     *Women-typically floor-length gown, a knee-length cocktail dress or classic little black dress.
     *Men-two or three piece suit or tuxedo, with a shirt and tie.

    7. Junior: 8yrs old & 3rd—5th grade
    8. Intermediate: 6th, 7th & 8th grade
    9. Senior: 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade

THEATRE/COSTUME
    Garment intended for use as a costume, which would include state production. May be sewn from fabric or using a base garment to build upon. These garments may be unusual or innovative materials; imaginative but wearable.

     10. Junior: 8yrs old & 3rd—5th grade
     11. Intermediate: 6th, 7th & 8th grade
     12. Senior: 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade

BUYING DIVISION

EVERYDAY LIVING
    Includes casual sportswear, weekend-wear, sleepwear, clothing for school, casual after-school events, or hanging out with friends.
     13. Junior: 8yrs old & 3rd—5th grade
     14. Intermediate: 6th, 7th & 8th grade

BUSINESS/INTERVIEW ATTIRE
    Entry should be an outfit you would wear for a job interview, scholarship interview, job fair, or other professional event.
          - Professional– This more traditional, conservative approach (e.g., business suit or blazer, tie and dress slacks for men; business suit, pantsuit, or jacket and dress for women) may vary by employer or industry.
          - Business Casual– This trend is more relaxed and comfortable but demonstrates good judgment in choices and displays a neat appearance (e.g., polo shirt, shirt with a collar or sweater, khakis or other slacks, dress or casual leather shoes for men and women; moderate length dress or skirt for women.

     15.  Senior: 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade

FANTASTIC FASHIONS UNDER $25
    The $25 challenge category is designed to expand the 4-H member’s shopping experience to include different shopping venues. Outfits must be purchased at a garage sale, consignment store, Goodwill, Salvation Army, or retail business.
*Receipts are required for everything that is visible during the interview, except shoes. Receipts for garage sales can be handwritten. This includes jewelry and accessories.
     16. Junior: 8yrs old & 3rd—5th grade
     17. Intermediate: 6th, 7th & 8th grade
     18. Senior: 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade

SEMI-FORMAL TO FORMAL
     Entry must be designed for semi-formal to dressy occasions and made from fabrics intended for the same.
Semi-formal is a little less formal than formal black tie.
     *Woman-includes midi dresses, maxi-dresses, wrap dresses, cocktail dresses, pantsuits and jumpsuits.
     *Men- includes slacks and a blazer, a tow-piece suit (with or without a tie), accessories that show personal style (pocket squares, dress watch, custom shoes). Formal-prom, evening wedding or gala party.
     *Women-typically floor-length gown, a knee-length cocktail dress or classic little black dress.
     *Men-two or three piece suit or tuxedo, with a shirt and tie. 
 
     19. Junior: 8yrs old & 3rd—5th grade
     20. Intermediate: 6th, 7th & 8th grade
     21. Senior: 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade

SPECIAL INTEREST
    Entry should be a specific outfit that you NEED to know how to purchase wisely. Entry should be something that reflects a special interest of the participant, such as equestrian clothing and riding apparel, dance costumes, hiking clothing, or rock climbing clothing.

     22. Junior: 8yrs old & 3rd—5th grade
     23. Intermediate: 6th, 7th & 8th grade
     24. Senior: 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade

FASHION STORYBOARD

DESIGN BRIEF
    4-H members should create their original design and Storyboard based on something that personally inspires them.

     The 2025 Design/Theme is: Design for a Greener Future

  As environment awareness rises, upcycled and recycled fabrics are becoming pivotal in fashion and interior design. Circular fashion, emphasizing the reuse and recycling of materials, is revolutionizing the industry by merging sustainability with style. Your challenge is to create a digital storyboard that embodies this eco-conscious movement, showcasing how sustainable materials can be transformed into innovative and stylish products for 2025. Let your storyboard reflect the principles of circular fashion and inspire others to make eco-friendly choices that are both trendy and responsible.
               For more information or questions please contact the Extension Office at 627-3341.

     Categories. The following is a list of the categories and descriptions. Each storyboard should be entered in one category.

WEARABLE: Clothing that can be worn. Includes items such as pants, shorts, skirts, blouses, sweaters, coats, dresses, etc.

     25. Junior: 8yrs old & 3rd—5th grade
     26. Intermediate: 6th, 7th & 8th grade
     27. Senior: 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade

ACCESSORY: Includes items such as belts, purses, bags, jewelry, hats, etc.

     28. Junior: 8yrs old & 3rd—5th grade
     29. Intermediate: 6th, 7th & 8th grade
     30. Senior: 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade

JEWELRY: Includes necklaces, bracelets, rings, and earrings.

     31. Junior: 8yrs old & 3rd—5th grade
     32. Intermediate: 6th, 7th & 8th grade
     33. Senior: 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade

PET CLOTHING: Includes items that can be worn by a pet or any other animal.
     34. Junior: 8yrs old & 3rd—5th grade
     35. Intermediate: 6th, 7th & 8th grade
     36. Senior: 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade

HOME DÉCOR: Includes items that are easy to move and make a home visually appealing. Examples include throw pillows, table runner, or wall hanging.

     37. Junior: 8yrs old & 3rd—5th grade
     38. Intermediate: 6th, 7th & 8th grade
     39.  Senior: 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade

HOME FURNISHINGS: Includes items that make a home comfortable for living or working in. Examples include couch, ottoman, chair, tables, desks, beds and the like.

     40. Junior: 8yrs old & 3rd—5th grade
     41.  Intermediate: 6th, 7th & 8th grade
     42.  Senior: 9th, 10th, 11th & 12th grade