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A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 26-27, 2023
Division IV: Botanical Arts
Transformations
Class 5. Fashion Evolution
award
2nd
show No.
BA23
Exhibitor(s)
Kelly Moneyhan 315,
,
Statement of Intent

The Metamorphosis: Norma Jean to Marilyn, the 1950s transformation of a factory worker into an icon. Inspiration: the "Butterfly" gown - Charles James, American Designer, 1955
Plant(s)
Bertholletia excelsa — Brazil nutFicus elastica — Rubber Tree Plant - Skeleton LeavesNeomarica northiana — Walking IrisRaphia — Raffia
 
Judges' comments

An elegant refined design created by strong lines and fluid movement. Slight craftmanship issue at bust line is distracting.

A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 26-27, 2023
Division IV: Botanical Arts
Transformations
Class 5. Fashion Evolution
award
Honorable Mention
show No.
BA24
Exhibitor(s)
Sara Ledbetter 315,
Shirley Rouse 315,
Statement of Intent

"Love Me Do": celebrating the transformational 1960s, when the Beatles, Twiggy, and Peter Max ruled. Looking for fun and feeling groovy in this gown/cape.
Plant(s)
Aspidistra elatior — AspidistraChamaerops humilis — Mediterranean Fan PalmNelumbo nucifera — Lotus Seed PodXerochrysum bracteatum — StrawflowersBrassica oleracea — BroccoliBacopa monnieri — BacopaPelargonium xhortorum — GeraniumHydrangea macrophylla — HydrangeaCestrum aurantiacum — CestrumPenta lanceolata — PentaSalvia coccinea — SalviaCercis canadensis — RedbudCapsicum annuum — Red pepper seedsEruca vesicaria — ArugulaQuercus macrocarpa — Burr OakEucalyptus globulus — EucalyptusAgapanthus orientalis — AgapanthusPrunus dulcis — AlmondAsplenium nidus — Bird's nest fernMascagnia macroptera — Butterfly vineHedychium coronarium — White butterfly gingerLepidium — Green dragon asterJuniperus communis — Juniper berrySinapis alba — Mustard seedPhalaenopsis spp. — OrchidKigelia africana — Sausage treeQuercus shumardi — Red OakCucurbita maxima — Pumpkin seed
 
Judges' comments

Feeling groovy with these playful colors and patterns. The proportion and craftmanship of components on the cape affect the design.

A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 26-27, 2023
Division IV: Botanical Arts
Transformations
Class 5. Fashion Evolution
award
1st
show No.
BA25
Exhibitor(s)
Debbie Robinson 315,
,
Statement of Intent

The 1920s were the Golden Age of Fashion with incredible competition and intrigue among the top Fashion houses of Paris such as Monsieur Erte’
Plant(s)
Brassica juncea — Mustard seedsRaphia farinifera — RaffiaAspiditra elatior — Cast iron plantLagerstroemia — Crape MyrtleMagnolia grandiflora — Skeletonized Southern magnoliaFicus pumila — Fig ivyLeucosperum erubescens — Pincushion proteaEucalyptus nicholii — EucalyptusHaworthiopsis reinwardtii — Zebra wartHydrangea macrophylla — HydrangeaFoeniculum vulgare — Fennel seedSyzygium aromaticum  — Clove
 
Judges' comments

An exquisite Erte' design with perfect proportions paired with dynamic rhythm.

A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 26-27, 2023
Division IV: Botanical Arts
Transformations
Class 5. Fashion Evolution
award
3rd
show No.
BA26
Exhibitor(s)
Cheryl Miller 355, Novice
,
Statement of Intent

The 1920's silhouette was loose, slender with dropped waists and shorter hems. Evening wear was sleeveless, beaded, embroidered and accessorized with pearls and elaborate head bands.
Plant(s)
Melanleuca quinquenervia — Paper Bark TreeSinapis alba — Mustard SeedRumohra adiantiformis — Leather FernGlycine max — SoybeanWashingtonia robusta — Mexican Fan PalmBougainvillea spectabilis — BougainvilleaPhormium tenax — New Zealand FlaxPelargonium graveolens — GeraniumAspidistra elatior — Cast Iron PlantPhilodendron selloum — PhilodendronLens culinaris — Lentils
 
Judges' comments

A beautifully crafted 1920s flapper design with movement and pizazz. The stiffness and scale of the sash interrupt the design.

A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 26-27, 2023
Division IV: Botanical Arts
Transformations
Class 5. Fashion Evolution
award
Honorable Mention
show No.
BA27
Exhibitor(s)
Jana Dowds 272, Novice
,
Statement of Intent

The Delphos dress of 1909, created by Fortuny Atelier of Venice, inaugurated a modern style using a secret pleating process for its iconic silk gown.
Plant(s)
Licuala palm — fan palmSinapis alba — yellow mustard seedLagerstroemia — crepe myrtlePhagmites australis  — reedEucalyptus cinera — seeded eucalyptus podEucalyptus cinera — seeded eucalyptus
 
Judges' comments

Iconic Fortuny fabric is beautifully captured by exquisite painting technique capturing color and light. Static bodice and plant material components at the shoulder affect the rhythm and scale.

A GARDEN CLUB OF AMERICA MAJOR FLOWER SHOW
April 26-27, 2023
Division IV: Botanical Arts
Transformations
Class 5. Fashion Evolution
award
Honorable Mention
show No.
BA28
Exhibitor(s)
Robin Burke 315, Novice
Susannah Wallace 315,
Statement of Intent

May Day, May Day…Take Time to Blossom!
Plant(s)
Albizia saman — Rain treeAspidistra elatior — AspidistraCoriandrum sativum — CorianderGelsemium sempervirens — Yellow jessamineGlobe amaranth — GomphrenaHydrangea arborescens — Hydrangea leafHydrangea macrophylla — Hydrangea flowerJasminum officinale — JasmineLagerstroemia indica — Crape Myrtle podLimonium sinuatum — Pink StaticeLiquidambar styraciflua — American Sweetgum tree ball(gumball)Lobularia maritima — Pink AlyssumPinus — Pine needlesPisum sativum — Split PeaPlatanus occidentalis L. — Sycamore leafRaphis farinifera — RaffiaRosa — Rose petalSinapis alba  — Mustard seedThymus vulgaris — Thyme
 
Judges' comments

The delightful use of alyssum on the skirt creates a whimsical repetition of pattern. The scale and craftmanship of the wings dominate the design.