OLEAN — Historic fashions from the area will return to the runway later this month at Fannie E. Bartlett Home.
The second annual Classic Vogue Present will probably be held from 1 to five p.m. on July 20 on the historic Victorian dwelling owned by the Metropolis of Olean at 302 Laurens St. Restricted pre-sale tickets at the moment are obtainable for $20 every.
This yr's occasion will characteristic clothes from the 19th century via the late 20th century, stated occasion director Gail Feuchter.
“Frank and Fannie Bartlett’s wedding ceremony was July 15, 1886,” Feuchter stated, including that the occasion will characteristic formal put on, similar to bridesmaid clothes and ball robes, in addition to classic lingerie that will probably be on show throughout the parade. The occasion is about to music applicable for every time interval.
In line with the marriage theme, the marriage gown worn by former Fannie Bartlett Heart Director Cathy Fraser and the marriage gown of the late Betty Pappas' mom, Mary Kainurgiu Pappas, will probably be on show.
“Andrew Sherburne, an Olean alumnus who has been learning style design in Europe for the previous yr, will as soon as once more emcee our present,” stated Feuchter. “Andrew did an ideal job for us final yr and we sit up for having his presence and experience this yr as effectively.”
Friends are inspired to decorate in interval clothes. A prize will probably be awarded for the “Finest Dressed Visitor.” Prizes will probably be awarded all through the occasion. There may also be probabilities to win raffle baskets.
“In fact, our Fannie Bartlett occasion wouldn't be full with out quite a lot of refreshments obtainable,” Feuchter stated, “together with a marriage cake.”
Proceeds from this yr's occasion will probably be used to revive the stone wall on the entrance patio of the home, he stated.
To buy tickets or for extra info, name (716) 376-5642 or go to the Bartlett Home from 1 to five p.m. on Wednesdays and Fridays.
The Queen Anne model dwelling was initially in-built 1881 by George Foreman and bought in 1891 by Frank and Fannie Bartlett. The house options 13 rooms embellished in early 20th century Victorian model. The home is a part of the Oak Hill Park Historic District, which was listed on the Nationwide Register of Historic Locations in 1997. The town obtained title to the property in 1990.