Revisit the Runway: Highlights from the YMCA Prom Fashion Show

The North Suburban YMCA hosted its first Prom Fashion Show on Sunday, sponsored by the Y's Junior Executive Board — a teen leadership organization dedicated to community service.

The fashion show attracted more than 125 people and raised about $1,500 for the NSYMCA Strong Kids Financial Assistance Programs.

The fashion show featured 25 students from various suburban high schools, modeling elaborate gowns from That Girl Boutique in Worth andtuxedos from Men’s Warehouse in Deerfield.

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Northbrook's Andreas Hogue Salon provided hair styling, Chicago's Charming Charlie’s offered jewelry and Northbrook's Edward’s Florist provided flowers. 

The Y’s Strong Kids Fund provides financial assistance for YMCA programs to individuals in need. Currently, one out of five participants at the North Suburban Y receives support from the Strong Kids Fund. The Fashion Show is a prelude to the Y’s 7th Annual Ken & Alta Thiel Strong Kids Dinner, to be held on Wednesday, May 1 at the Hilton Chicago-Northbrook.

The Junior Executive Board was formed in August 2012 as a catalyst for positive youth involvement at the Y and community at large. With 18 members representing three different schools, the board plans events that unite students from a diverse range of communities and interests.