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IN 1994, stylish models pulled on their glad rags to raise money for 15 local charities. The work and generosity that went into the project was praised by the community and those who benefitted from the work by the Order of the Eastern Star. SHOWING: Hilary Kidney models a black and red ensemble, at the South Cumbria Dyslexia Association Fashion show, in 1991 The fashion show they organised was dedicated to charitable causes. The show was held at the Lisdoonie Hotel in Barrow and in...

The people of south Cumbria have always loved an opportunity to get dressed up for a special occasion. That was evident in 1991 when a fashion show was held at Forum 28 at Barrow in aid of the South Cumbria Dyslexia Association. It raised more than £400 for equipment at Barrow’s new dyslexia centre at Alfred Barrow School, which was due to open that November. MARILYN: Marilyn Midgley steps out in a black leisure suit topped with a black quilted coat at the fashion show in aid of the So...