One hundred twenty youth from 71 counties took part in the 2018 Awardrobe Clothing Event held Aug. 9 at the Iowa State Fair. The event gives participants the opportunity to showcase their apparel design and production knowledge, as well as creativity skills. As a part of the showcasing experience, youth complete a comprehensive report and participate in conference judging. The event concludes with a runway show for all participants. “4-H’ers in the Awardrobe Clothing Event are evaluated on their oral and written communication skills, project goals, choice of clothing and knowledge of the garment, as well as their poise and confidence displayed while modeling their outfits,” said Bonnie Dalager, Iowa State University Extension and Outreach 4-H youth program specialist. The event has three categories: clothing selection – participants select or purchase an outfit for a specific occasion; fashion revue – the garment is constructed, hand-knitted, machine-knitted or crocheted by the participant; and the $15 challenge – the 4-H’er purchases an outfit for $15 or less from garage sales, consignment shops or clothing resale stores. State fair participants are nominated for the Awardrobe Clothing Event within their county 4-H program. Recognition opportunities include gift cards for top-ranking class participants, and sponsored awards by the Central Iowa Sewing Guild and a $500 scholarship awarded by Iowa State’s apparel, merchandising and design program. Andrea Ubben, a member of the Clutier Cowboys and Cowgirls 4-H Club, earned one of the top five awards in the Clothing Selection category. The recognition includes a certificate and gift card. Also representing Tama County 4-H was Frances Jackson in the Fashion Revue, Jordan Sherman and Stan Miller in the $15 Challenge. For more information on this program or 4-H programs offered by the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach Tama County, contact Jenny Hulme at 641-484-2703 or jhulme@iastate.edu.