The fashion show was a big hit and was organised by Barb Goodger, Robyn Miller and Gail McKay.
The crowd could not get enough of the historical fashion extravaganza in the Forbes Town Hall on Sunday for the celebration of the centenary of the CWA in NSW.
The Forbes Evening Branch pulled out all stops to make it a memorable event with an afternoon tea in true CWA style.
“It went beyond our expectations, the support was just phenomenal,” said president Robyn Miller.
The Forbes Evening Branch organised a fashion show with garments depicting all the decades from 1922 when the CWA was established. “We managed to get frocks and dresses from members and their contacts,” said Robyn.
They loaned two special gowns from the Forbes Historical Museum that were put on display and included a Melbourne Cup dress from the 1920s and a wedding dress from 1931, while the History Group put up a display of the CWA in Forbes.
The afternoon also included dance performances by four soloists of Kristen’s Dance Academy who ensured the show kept rolling while the models were changing their garments.
Ann Reade, the newest life member of the Oxley Group, had the honour of cutting the celebratory cake.
“I am so proud of our branch members who did so much work for this event,” said Robyn. “My phone rang hot on Monday from people saying how lovely and special the day was.
“The CWA is an extraordinary organisation to be part of, and we have so much fun working on projects in the community.”