Julia Sovcik, one of Vanguard’s newest Vipers, just recently won an award from one of her fashion competitions. A junior from RMHS, she’s been sewing since she was 3. When she was still at Meadows, Fashion Teacher Carol DeReu approached Julia and suggested that she enter this competition, and Julia excitedly entered. She then placed 2nd over at sectionals, and then followed up with another 2nd place at the State competition. While that was last year, Julia just competed again, as of February 19th. “It’s what I’m passionate about, and it sure looks good on a college application,” Julia said.
Good grief! She destroyed the competition (15+ girls) with her black, vintage-inspired prom dress. She then received a score of 97/100 and the “Most Outstanding” award. Keep in mind, folks, this dress is entirely handmade. Apparently, it took her a little over a month to sew the whole thing, even though “I barely worked it on each day,” Julia confessed.
“I hate the typical prom dress idea, to be frank,” Julia explained. “The whole, pink or white dress covered in glitter never suited me. The inspiration for my dress, was from my grandma, my ‘Nana.’”
“It was elegant with a modern edge,” Ms. Felfle said. Congratulations for being a superstar and a future contestant on Project Runway, Julia. Your competitors obviously don’t stand a chance, regardless of their “skills”. We’re glad to have you at Vanguard.
Story by Kevin Bazarek
