In the Lancaster County 4-H Fashion Show contest, 4‑H members learn how to present themselves and gain confidence as they model their constructed or purchased clothing projects and show the proper fit of their clothing. Fashion Show is open to 4‑H members ages 5–18 (by January 1 of the current year). Most clothing items modeled in the Fashion Show must be entered as a Clothing Static Exhibit to be judged for construction.
The contest consists of two parts:
• Judging and Clover Kids optional modeling practice session will be held before the Lancaster County Super Fair on Tuesday, July 21, 8 a.m. at the Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County conference rooms, 444 Cherrycreek Road, Suite A, Lincoln. Prior to judging, an email will be sent to participants assigning specific check-in and judging times. Clover Kids may practice modeling any time between 8 a.m. and noon (optional).
• The public Fashion Show will be held during the Lancaster County Super Fair, on Thursday, July 30 at 7 p.m. at the Sandhills Global Event Center – South Hall, please use east entrance (note: time has moved up a half hour). Invite parents, relatives and friends to this event, which culminates in a delightful parade of fashion! The public Fashion Show will be livestreamed.
New this year: entry forms are online as web forms. Details and entry forms are online at https://lancaster.unl.edu/4h/fashion-show. All participants are strongly encouraged to read the information on this web page.
Register by submitting one of the following web forms for EACH entry by Monday, July 13.
• Constructed Garment Fashion Show Form — for each entry constructed by 4‑H members ages 8–18. Must upload a photo (color photo preferred) or sketch. New in 2026, no fabric swatches needed.
• Shopping in Style Fashion Show Form — for a purchased outfit modeled by 4‑H members ages 8–18. Must upload a photo (color photo preferred).
• Clover Kids Fashion Show Form — for item modeled by 4‑H members ages 5–7. Upload a photo or sketch of the item.
For more information about the Fashion Show Contest, contact Kristin Geisert at kristin.geisert@unl.edu or 402‑441‑7180.
Accommodation requests for registration or attendance may be directed to Kristin Geisert at least two weeks prior to the program. Early requests are strongly encouraged to allow sufficient time to meet access needs.