“Step Into Style” Features Latest Looks in April 17 Fashion Show Fundraiser

RWC Press Release
    Lt. Governor and Mrs. Jay Dardenne will be modeling in the celebrity lineup for the “Step Into Style“  2015 Passion for Fashion Show and Gala being held on Friday, April 17, 2015 at Kristenwood, located at 14025 Greenwell Springs Road in Central. 
    Over 50 state, local and community leaders will model the latest fashions from 17 retailers including men’s clothiers and women’s and children’s boutiques. A celebrity reception with cash bar and signature cocktails begins at 6 p.m. followed by the runway show, military tribute, and entertainment at 7 p.m. 
    Lamar Advertising has donated digital billboard displays for 4 weeks valued at over $5,000 to the Red Hot Auction, which will also feature many exciting and surprising items for bids. Offerings include portraiture by artist Mia Freneaux, jewelry, designer clothing accessories, sporting goods, gift baskets, home furnishings, and more. Each retailer in the show is also donating a door prize and/or auction item.
    Presented by Republican Women of Central as a fundraiser for an annual college scholarship, dictionary project for all area third graders, literacy initiatives, veterans’ programs, and service to the Central area community, tickets for this evening of fashion and entertainment are almost sold out. The biennial event has exceeded goals in 2011 and 2013.
    "The outpouring of generous support for this event has been tremendous, and very much appreciated," said Betsy Otken Barnes Fashion Show Committee Chairman and Immediate Past President of RWC. 
    She will emcee the show with Kevin Gallagher, popular radio personality and host for Talk107.3FM. Disc jockey for this fashion show is Erik Fairley of E Sounds Entertainment will provide lights, music, and special effects. 
    Salassi Jewelry & Fine Gifts is the 2015 Premier Jewelry Sponsor donating a 14kt white gold gemstone pendant necklace designed by owners Stuart and Renee Salassi just for this RWC's event. Donations are suggested in the amount of $20 or more to the RWC "Step Into Opportunity" College Scholarship Fund, and each donor will receive a ticket for their donation to have a chance to be selected for either the necklace or an extensive wine collection donated by the RWC Fashion Show Committee. Donations can made to any RWC member prior to the show and at retailers where tickets are sold to show:  Ross Tire and Service, Sandra Lynn's Boutique, Bombshell Boutique, Chase Home Health, Salassi Jewelry & Gifts, and via email request to [email protected].   
    Retail Sponsors include Sandra Lynn's Boutique, Bass Pro Shops, Bridal Boutique, Bombshell Boutique, Central Cleaners & Tux Rental, Cavender's Western Outfitters, Laura's, Jolie Girl, Edwin Watts Golf, Gary Allen Jewelry, Southern Charm Marketplace, Junk In The Trunk, Harper's Haberdashery, Younique Makeup Artistry by April Dougherty Denham, Salon Bella owner Brittany Dougherty Fryday and Misty's Jammin' Berry Nails owned by Misty Dougherty Robinson. 
    Sharing the stage with models Lt. Governor Jay Dardenne and wife Cathy Dardenne are State Senator Bodi White, Senator Elbert Guillory, State Representatives Valarie Hodges, EBRP Clerk of Court Doug Welborn, Central Mayor Junior Shelton, and our Central Council Members.  Also modeling are representatives from the Central School Board, Chamber of Commerce, and the Central business community.  Other models include representatives from the offices of our state politicians and beloved community members.
    Artist Brittany Dougherty Fryday, owner of Salon Bella and co-owner of Junk In The Trunk, will be the hairstylist for models with "Younique" Makeup Artist April Dougherty Denham.
    Photographers Eric and Alice Frank will be the official photographers. 
    Event Sponsors include Kristenwood, Central Speaks Newspaper, Lamar Advertising of Baton Rouge, EBRP Clerk of Court Doug Welborn, State Representative Barry & Julie Ivey, Senator Bodi White, Junk In The Trunk, Ram Heating & Air Conditioning, Chase Home Health, Rabalais Builders, IBTS, Eric Frank Photographer, Gerald & Judy Keigley, Southern Charm, Rock It Right Radio/Betsy Barnes & Kay Solar, Bombshell Boutique, Twisted Daiquiris & Coaches Grill, Looking Glass Salon, Mr. & Mrs. Stafford Palombo, Printing Tech, Flax Fabrics, Avant Tous Salon, Mary Kay by Cindy Stevens, and JenJen's Lipscence, 
    Limited seats are available by emailing [email protected] or calling (225) 241-4585. Tickets for the fashion show gala are $35 per person or $60 for two. Scholarship donation "Step Into Opportunity" drawing vouchers  are sold separately for a suggested donation of $20.  The winner does not have to be present to win. Tickets are also available at Central Speaks office at Hooper & Sullivan Road, Ross Tire & Service at 14330 Greenwell Springs, Bombshell Boutique at 14790 Wax Road, Salassi Jewelry & Fine Gifts at 111 N. Range Ave. in the Denham Springs Antique Village, Chase Home Health at 8755 Sullivan Road in Central, and Salon Bella at 13843 Brown Road in Baker.
    To donate to the scholarship fund, auction or door prizes, sponsorship, membership, or future events, please email  [email protected], or visit Facebook/RepublicanWomenOfCentralLA orTwitter.com/[email protected]