A fashion show in the Fens gave new meaning to the catwalk.
Hosted by the Ferry Project in Wisbech, the event raised more than £2,000 to support people experiencing homelessness.
The show took place on March 26 and featured 19 volunteer models from the community and 13 students from the College of West Anglia.
The evening showcased outfits ranging from workwear to evening attire, with a focus on the Ferry Project’s work supporting homeless individuals through education and employment opportunities.
Sandra Ferreira, CEO of the Ferry Project, said: "We’re proud to bring our Fashion Show back to Wisbech and use creativity to highlight the realities of rural homelessness.
"Partnering with the College of West Anglia has brought incredible energy to this year’s event, with students contributing skills across design, media and production.
"It’s a brilliant example of community collaboration celebrating local talent while raising vital support for people experiencing homelessness."
The show was a partnership with the College of West Anglia, giving students work experience opportunities in sound and lighting, photography, videography, video production, hair and beauty, fashion design, and performance.
Student-designed outfits included a coat made from surgical face masks, a crochet two-piece, and a tracksuit made from a recycled tent.
The design highlighted the transformation someone sleeping rough can go through when they encounter the help provided by the Ferry Project.
Lydia Dennis, work placement and careers coordinator from the College of West Anglia, said: “It has been a privilege for CWA to collaborate with The Ferry Project in their upcoming charity fashion show, providing our creative students the opportunity to showcase their talents across fashion, performing arts, creative media, music, photography, art & design and hair & beauty.
"Our students have been working incredibly hard behind the scenes, creating costumes and accessories, along with filming and composing a short film addressing homelessness that will be showcased on the night.
"We can’t wait to see their creations come to life at the fashion show.”
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