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Features Music icons 'Rock the Catwalk'
By Sandy Watro Staff writer Lights, camera, action. Last week, the Mercyhurst College fashion merchandising club put on its fashion show, Rock the Catwalk, which proved to be an entertaining delight for viewers of all ages. The show featured musical icons that inspired fashion over the past 50 years. The styles of clothing selected for the show were mostly vintage, although there were modern classics peppered throughout the attire. Juniors Caroline Boyce, Carly Emery and Francesca Stubber teamed up to run the show. In the opening commentary, Emery and Boyce delivered a speech informing the audience of the purpose of the show, which benefited the Erie Women’s Shelter. Emery eloquently quoted anoted fashion and music icon Gwen Stefani to tie together the theme of the show, saying, "music and fashion all come from the same place of creativity. The show started off with a few Madonna inspired looks. One of her past ’80s-inspired looks that was featured in the show included her notorious pink tulle skirt paired with long black gloves. Another model demonstrated a more modern version of the icon by donning a white suit and pant ensemble. Judging by the crowd’s roaring applause, the Spice Girls were a popular iconic group in the show. Inspiration was drawn from all five members of the noted British pop group. Male models sported equally entertaining looks that ranged from Elton John to Bob Marley to Snoop Dogg. Elton John’s looks were another crowd pleaser. Two of his signature styles were modeled, one including a bright yellow feather boa and spotted white fur coat. Reggae artist Marley elicited the spirit and clothing trends of the ’60s, complete with lots of tie-dye attire. Student models also channeled one noted teen heartthrob boy band of the past: the Backstreet Boys. A few select models wore pristine, all-white garments and even performed to audience members. Emery made a final comment on the production at the end of the show. "The overall outcome of the show was awesome," she said. "The models did an excellent job by projecting enthusiasm and excitement. It seemed like the audience picked up on this energy and really enjoyed the performance." Overall, the venture raised over $350 for the Erie Women’s Shelter. Boyce agreed on the success of the show. "We raised quite a bit of money for a great organization," she said. "We are so happy that we could have such a great time putting together a fundraiser for such a good cause."
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