The annual Youth Services Fashion Show returned for a second year on June 20 featuring a Thursday evening showcase of local designer talent. The runway show took place in atrium space along the Leemputte Family Theater at the McGrath Family Performing Arts Center at Loyola Academy in Wilmette. There were light bites and opportunities to mingle and shop for boutique items while a young pianist played between two runway shows.
Vittoria Logli of Glenview was emcee. Fifth from left, facing, in long gown is model Dani Powell of Glenview, of the Loyola Academy Class of 2022, behind the scenes at the 2024 Fashion Show hosted by Friends of Youth Services on June 20, 2024 at the McGrath Family Performing Arts Center at Loyola Academy (1100 Laramie Ave.) in Wilmette.
(Karie Angell Luc/Pioneer Press) Following last year’s sold-out success, Friends of Youth Services presented couture dresses tailored by designers from local high schools, including Glenbrook North High School and Barrington High School. “What artist doesn’t want to have the eyes on you and the opportunity show off their work?” said Markie Condon of Glenview, president of Friends of Youth Services, which supports Youth Services of Glenview/Northbrook. “There are so many kids who would love to have an audience.
” Left, model Dani Powell of Glenview, of the Loyola Academy Class of 2022, walks down the runway at the 2024 Fashion Show hosted by Friends of Youth Services on June 20, 2024 at the McGrath Family Perform.