Capital Style Prom

2012

Style File

30 Pro Tips

Featuring girls from Dublin Powell Columbus New Albany Worthington Upper Arlington & more

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contents 2 Letter from the Editor

4 Style File Top trends

Spots 6 Hot Five fab places for prom

the Town 8 On Top restaurant picks

Glam 10 Get Tips from the pros

Couture 16 Capital Meet the trendsetters

Good 26 Doing Fairy Goodmothers

Script 28 Post Corsages with flair

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Fashion Shoot Special Thanks To: Hair & Makeup Stylists Mia Peerenboom Senior Director, Hair Professional The Charles Penzone Grand Salon in Gahanna/New Albany Parker Yocca Designer, Hair Professional The Charles Penzone Grand Salon in Dublin Jaden Chui Licensed Esthetician The Charles Penzone Grand Salon in Dublin Judith Martin Licensed Esthetician The Charles Penzone Grand Salon in Dublin

The Charles Penzone Salons Here: Blush dress, $298 at Henri’s Cloud Nine.

Michael Kors peep-toe pumps, $100 at DSW.

On the cover: Wow! dress, $389 at Henri’s Cloud Nine.

Kelly & Katie sandals, $40 at DSW. Sassy South Jewelry bracelet, $75 at Joan’s Bridal Couture.

A peek behind the sc enes at our fashion shoot: hair & makeup in action, sh oes galore, two racks of gowns

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Clothing & Accessories Caché 4160 The Strand, Easton 614-471-2471 DSW 3710 Easton Market, Easton 614-428-9030 Henri’s Cloud Nine 8461 Sancus Blvd., Polaris 888-823-9880 Joan’s Bridal Couture 7382 E. Main St., Reynoldsburg 614-856-9848 Ladybird 716 N. High St., Short North 614-298-8133 Maggie & Me 111 N. Court St., Circleville 740-474-1155 Uniquely Yours 103 W. Main St., Circleville 740-420-9111 CapitalStyle prom 2012 1

up Front

editor’s note Capital-Style.com

substance & style

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34 S. Third St. Columbus, OH 43215 P: 614-461-8700 F: 614-461-8746 Publisher Katie Wolfe Lloyd kwolfe@capital-style.com

Accessories from DSW

he beautiful young woman on our cover is her class president at Worthington Kilbourne, captain of her varsity soccer team, and hoping to head to either the U.S. Naval or Air Force academies—before going to law school.

Corsage by Petals & Leaves in Powell

Seriously.

And as impressive as she is, there’s more where she came from.

It’s the most astounding thing I’ve learned working on our inaugural issue of Capital Style Prom: You girls are just so impressive in so many ways.

The roughly 25 girls from a dozen different schools who became the first-ever Capital Style Prom Team offered us invaluable insights.

Thank you, ladies, for your energy—and for taking a break from saving the world to help us do this.

Inside these pages, you’ll find advice from several of our Prom Team members alongside tips from style professionals. You’ll learn about dress trends, hair tips, hot corsages and more.

You’ll also meet a handful of other young women who blew us away. We asked principals, counselors and others around the city to nominate some of their highest-achieving girls, and we were wowed.

We chose eight to highlight as our fashion models. Because in the end, the substance behind the style is what matters most.

But clearly, you all already have the substance. So we hope this magazine offers a fun way to get giddy about the style part, too.

Olentangy Libe rty’s Erin Pf eifer & UA’s Maddi e Spielman

Want to join our team?

We’re looking for the most stylish, smart, outgoing girls in Central Ohio for next year’s Capital Style Prom Team. If you’ll be a junior or senior and would like to apply, email Capital Style Editor Kristy Eckert at keckert@capital-style.com and we’ll get you an application.

Photos by: Will Shilling

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Director of Niche Publications Brian Lindamood blindamood@capital-style.com Editor Kristy Eckert keckert@capital-style.com Creative Director Will Shilling wshilling@capital-style.com Design Editor Yogesh Chaudhary ychaudhary@capital-style.com Assistant Editor Beth Stallings bstallings@capital-style.com Editorial Assistant Heather Weekley hweekley@capital-style.com Photographer Jodi Miller jmiller@capital-style.com Office Manager Silvana Hildebrandt 614-461-8700 shildebrandt@capital-style.com ADVERTISING Custom Publishing Sales Manager Deborah Jackson djackson@capital-style.com

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the fun factor How to do it right? We asked you

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Be open to anything. Plans could change, and you just have to go with the flow and remember everything is supposed to be fun.

Mara Somerson senior at Bishop Watterson

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Be yourself. Go crazy!

Julia Barrett junior at Dublin Coffman

Don’t stress about your date, plans or dress too much.

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Molly Heigel senior at Bishop Watterson

What’s Hot

Prom proposals There are scavenger hunts, candles spelling things in yards, visits to work. Even some school administrators are in on the fun, calling girls to the office for a “talk,” only to open their doors to a suitor waiting to ask the girl to prom.

Limo Buses

More space! (And to save money, some groups opt for potluck dinners, then spend what would have been dinner cash on the limo bus.)

Steak ‘n Shake

What better way to recount the night’s events than over late-night shakes and fries?

At right: Caché dress, $188 at Caché. Lulu Townsend clutch, $40 at DSW.

the perfect date

What local girls say makes him a good pick

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He should come to the door when he picks you up, be very cordial to your parents, and respect you throughout the night.

Find someone who makes you laugh.You want to be assured you’ll have a good time no matter how the prom plans turn out.

You have to feel comfortable enough to be yourself around him, and not be paranoid about what he thinks of you.

He wants to dance! There is nothing worse than busting out your moves next to someone who just stands there.

Jessica Moeslein senior at Olentangy Liberty

Carly Tovell junior at Upper Arlington

Kelsey Lawrence senior at Westerville North

Sarah Heigel senior at Bishop Watterson

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Dream Themes

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We asked our Capital Style Prom Team what themes they like best, and they had two overwhelming favorites.

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1. Old Hollywood 2. a night in paris

venues

on the town

the hot spots Columbus offers a full slate of fabulous spaces to enjoy one of high school’s biggest nights. Here are five favorites Story by Heather Weekley Photos courtesy venues

Second Chance Consignment Boutique 1803 West Fifth Avenue Grandview Heights, OH 614-488-3006 www.secondchancegrandview.com

Lifestyle Communities Pavilion Location: Arena District Size: Up to 1,300 guests Who’s had it here: Hilliard Bradley,

Hilliard Davidson, Olentangy Liberty, West and Westerville Central

Why it’s fab: It may be your favorite concert venue, but the LC has been known to host a rockin’ prom. Provide your own DJ or entertainment and dance like you’re at a private show.

Web: PromoWestLive.com

COSI Location: Downtown Size: Up to 500 guests Who’s had it here: Columbus

Academy, Columbus Africentric, Madison-Plains and Upper Arlington

Why it’s fab: COSI brings science to

the prom with the option of incorporating one or more exhibits into the experience.

Plus, this venue gives back: a portion of event proceeds helps fund the educational programs at the science center.

Web: COSI.org

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

Villa Milano Location: Columbus Size: Up to 1,000 guests Who’s had it here: Big Walnut,

Location: Downtown Size: Up to 600 guests Who’s had it here: Bloom-Carroll,

Bishop Watterson, Pickerington Central and St. Francis DeSales

Columbus School for Girls, Fort Hayes and Worthington Kilbourne

Why it’s fab: Take in the tropical plants of the Palm House, or enjoy the elegant feel of the Conservatory’s Grand Atrium.

With several spaces, options abound.

Web: FPConservatory.org

Ohio Union Location: Campus Size: Up to 1,100 guests Who’s had it here: Dublin Jerome

and Gahanna Lincoln

Why it’s fab: In the heart of the Ohio

State University campus, the sparkly new Union opened in March 2010. With two event spaces suitable for prom—the Archie Griffin Grand Ballroom and Performance Hall—there’s plenty of room to celebrate your classmates and maybe even your inner scarlet and gray, too.

Web: OhioUnion.OSU.edu

Why it’s fab: If you’re looking for traditional, Villa Milano is the place. The banquet hall knows how to put on a prom: They’ve been open for 30 years. They also can serve a seated dinner or buffet in the same space where you’ll dance.

Web: VillaMilano.com

Dine out

good eats

on the town

Eating options abound! Here’s where to go (and what to order) on any budget Story by shelley Mann I Photo by will shilling

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ou’ll always remember where you ate dinner before prom, so make it somewhere special. We’ve got ideas for restaurants serving terrific food at every price point, whether you want a romantic date as a couple or a lively meal with a group. And all of them accept reservations.

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The local chain has a few Columbus restaurants, but the Campus-area location is the newest and fanciest.

Recommended dish: Mama’s Lasagna Bolognese —just like Grandma’s

A comfy pub serving a mix of upscale food (like steaks) and casual fare (like burgers).

Recommended dish: The Miller burger is huge, and topped with bacon, Swiss, cheddar and coleslaw

It’s old-school diner food made luxurious.

Recommended dish: The Cap City Diner Meatloaf is better than Mom makes and served on mashed potatoes with onion rings

A fun little retro-themed diner that uses lots of Ohiogrown ingredients.

Recommended dish: The Motherclucker (fried chicken, bacon, honey) is the city’s best sandwich

Barrio

Bel Lago

The Rossi

Haiku

This Spanish spot specializes in tapas, or small plates, so order a bunch to share.

Recommended dish: Pork Shoulder empanadas are delicious little pies filled with meat and cheese

Sitting on the Hoover Reservoir, this ItalianAmerican restaurant offers beautiful, scenic views.

Recommended dish: Chicken Parmesan with freshly made linguine

One of the hippest spots in the city’s hippest neighborhood.

Recommended dish: Rossi’s New York-style pizzas are famous; try the Margherita, with mozzarella and basil

This Short North sushi spot has a simply fabulous patio with twinkling white lights.

Recommended dish: High Street Roll, with tuna, salmon, avocado and cream cheese

Latitude 41

Mitchell’s Ocean Club

Sage

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This hidden gem is inside the Renaissance hotel and serves food that’s both upscale and fun to eat.

Recommended dish: The delectable Lobster Mac & Cheese

It’s so swanky that you won’t feel at all out of place in dresses and tuxes.

Recommended dish: Splurge on the Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes with a twicebaked potato on the side

You’ll get a fancy dinner without any stuffiness at this great neighborhood bistro.

Recommended dish: Blackberry Scallops, with the chef ’s blackberry ketchup, is Sage’s most famous dish

A wall of windows looks out over the Scioto River at this gorgeous new Downtown hotspot.

Recommended dish: Roasted Gerber Chicken Breast with mac ‘n cheese

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Grandview 614-754-1026 MTMTavern.com

Westerville 614-891-0200 BelLagoBistro.com

Easton 614-416-2582 MitchellsOceanClub.com

Campus 614-291-3663 CapCityFineDiner.com

Short North 614-299-2810 RossiBarAndKitchen.com

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Your best You

get your glam on Tips from the Pros

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Sure, prom is a celebration of friends. But it’s also a celebration of you. And it offers a chance to shine on the outside as much as you do on the inside. So, how do you do it best? Here are tips from style pros—and girls like you—around Central Ohio.

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style n Dress for your body type.

If you are petite, consider a short or high-low dress so that your small frame is not overwhelmed. If you have a large bust or broad shoulders, consider a halter style. If you have a small bust, consider a strapless, sweetheart neckline. n When choosing a dress that will need alterations, be conscious of what will be cut off. Beading, sequins and mermaid styles are tricky (and expensive). n Don’t over-accessorize. If your dress has sparkle up top, you probably don’t need a necklace. If you are wearing your hair down, consider skipping earrings.

Elizabeth Bean Smith owner of Wardrobe Therapy

Style File

Love your accessories This will help you feel pretty throughout the night.

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Grayson Willson junior at Dublin Jerome

hair n Shape up your hair with a trim up to three weeks before prom. If you are going to leave your hair down, you don’t want the split ends to show.

Heather Krol

hair stylist and esthetician at Nurtur the Salon

We scoured shops around Central Ohio for this year’s hottest prom dress trends.

Our top three looks and how to rock each one:

n If looking to color your hair before prom, schedule it about a week out. This allows the color to blend, and there won’t be re-growth.

High-low

Jackie Staub

Works best on: Petite figures Caution: Don’t go super skimpy in front

Mermaid

Works best on: Taller frames Caution: Altering the hem can dramatically change the silhouette

Feathers

Works best on: Anyone!

Caution: Don’t overdo them.

If they’re on your dress, don’t use them in accessories, and vice versa

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artistic director at The Spa at River Ridge

n Come to your appointment with clean, dry hair. “We can always dirty up hair with product.”

Jackie Staub

n Your dress and its neckline can help determine the right style. Have straps? Show them off by wearing an updo. Rocking a one-shoulder dress? Wear your hair to the opposite side to create a symmetrical look. Going strapless? Try your hair down and curled.

Ricci Burkett

stylist at The Charles Penzone Grand Salon at Polaris Parkway

n Curl can add a lot of depth: Pin curls away from your face, especially if you are going to do a lot of dancing during the night.

Mariel Viggers

hair stylist and cosmetologist at Nurtur the Salon

n Bring your stylist pictures of your dress and several hair styles you might want. “Pictures of hair are awesome—they are like gold for us!”

n Short hair doesn’t leave you without options: Add some flair with a hair brooch or headband.

Jackie Staub

Ricci Burkett

n Another fun addition to your hair is tinsel, which comes in a variety of colors, and looks fabulous woven into a braid.

Order tinsel from a website such as HairFlairs.com.

Heather Krol

spray tans n Thursday evening is the ideal time to get a spray tan for a Saturday prom.

Alison Bunch

business developer at Tan Envy

n Shower and exfoliate before the spray tan, and steer clear of lotion, makeup or deodorant. “These can act as a barrier on your skin, and oil-based products can leave a film.”

Jenna Logan

owner of Healthy Glow

n The longer the solution sits on your skin before a shower, the darker it gets and longer it lasts. Wait eight to 12 hours before showering, and tans should last about a week.

Alison Bunch

nails n Book your nail appointment for a day or two before the prom to treat yourself to relaxation before your night out.

Faith Kinnel

master nail professional at The Charles Penzone Grand Salon in Dublin

Keep it classy Then, you won’t have to hide your prom pictures from your kids one day.

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Amy Kear senior at Centennial, who has worn and recommends bridesmaid dresses, which can be simple and flattering

n Glitter is a simple way to add pizzaz. “Choose a softer nail color, and pair it with a glitter topcoat for some sparkle.”

Dawn Freas

senior manicurist at The Spa at River Ridge

n If a bold color isn’t for you, try a French manicure. “It’s a classic look that looks great with any dress color or style.”

Faith Kinnel

Get a mani/pedi Or at least make sure to have a coat of paint on your nails and toenails.

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Ava Baharlou senior at New Albany High School

n It’s definitely attainable to achieve a salon manicure at home. “File in one direction to avoid fraying, and use two coats of polish and a topcoat.”

Dawn Freas

n Want a little more jazz on your fingertips? Nail decal stickers can be found at places like Sally Hansen or Sephora for around $10, and give a fun but professional look.

Heather Krol

hair stylist and esthetician at Nurtur the Salon

Feel good The perfect look includes a dress you are confident and comfortable in.

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Lindsey Mathews junior at Bexley

style

Your best You

skin Get creative I design all of my dresses, and my mom sews them.

It’s inexpensive and lets me have exactly what I want—plus leaves me extra spending money for fabulous shoes!

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Faith Tucker senior at Olentangy Orange

n Try new skin products well in advance of the dance. It’s important to make sure your skin doesn’t have any reactions to it.

Jaclyn Peresetsky, owner of Skin Perfect

n Get a facial one week prior to prom to keep skin in tip-top shape. “It refines the pores, gives a healthy glow and hydrates the skin.

Plus, makeup will go on smoother!”

Melanie Lloyd

esthetician at The Spa at River Ridge

n Greasy foods like pizza can make your skin break out, so try avoiding them during the week before your prom.

Healthy eating means healthier skin.

Mariel Viggers

hair stylist and cosmetologist at Nurtur the Salon

Arm yourself Bring in pictures of what you want your hairstyle or makeup to look like and discuss it with the hairdresser so that you both are on the same page of what your idea is.

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Samantha Miller senior at Worthington Kilbourne

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makeup n Groom eyebrows into a cleaner shape. “Even gently sculpted brows can really make your eyes pop in pictures.” (Just be sure to do any waxing a week before to give your eyes time to heal.)

Marnie Morley

licensed esthetician at The Charles Penzone Grand Salon in Gahanna/New Albany

n When using foundation, blend it into your neck to avoid lines in photos.

Mariel Viggers

n Faux lashes are fun and age appropriate. “I like to think of lashes like an accessory, just as important as her purse or shoes, with just as many options to choose from.”

Marnie Morley

n If you’re wary of faux lashes, voluminous mascara can help achieve a similarly dramatic effect. Make sure to wait 30 seconds between each coat to let it dry.

Heather Krol

hair stylist and esthetician at Nurtur the Salon

n A shimmer powder is an easy way to give you a

pretty glow. Dusting it on the cheekbones will help highlight your face.

Jaclyn Peresetsky

n Avoid matching makeup colors directly to your dress: It’s best to go with opposites.

“With a red dress, try a smoky eye with subtle makeup. If your dress is neutral, that’s the time to add color.”

Jaclyn Peresetsky

n Try a lip stain, which will last throughout the whole evening.

Adding a gloss keeps the lips highlighted and put together.

Melanie Lloyd

GO lowmaintenance Find a dress that is easy to wear.

If you are always pulling or fixing your dress, then it’s hard to dance.

Bring some backup Always make sure you have extra bobby pins and a mini bottle of hairspray for any emergencies.

Sydney Yochum senior at Olentangy Orange

Katie Kapusta junior at Upper Arlington

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They’ve achieved in the classroom and the community, shined on athletic fields and theater stages. These girls are stunning in more ways than one: they’re spectacular all-around people. Here, we highlight some of Central Ohio’s most awe-inspiring young women, modeling some of prom’s best looks.

Aarin Jones Senior at Centennial High School Resume: Academic All-Ohio athlete, Varsity Track, Varsity Soccer, Varsity Basketball, Senior Class Historian, National Honor Society, Link Crew (mentoring program), Music Scholar, MLK Junior Scholar, Honda-OSU Partnership Math Medal Award, Wellesley College Book Award recipient, 4.2 GPA Her X Factor: She’s a three-time all-city champion in her track and field specialty, the 400m, and placed fifth in the state championship last year Future Ambitions: In her yet-to-bedetermined college, she’ll run track and major in molecular biology. She’s attracted to genetics for all its possibilities. “You can do anything,” she says.

On Aarin: Sherri Hill dress, $660 at Maggie & Me. Kelly & Katie peep-toe pumps, $45 at DSW. Henri’s earrings, $38 at Henri’s Cloud Nine.

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Andrea Donaldson Senior at New Albany High School Resume: Channels empathy from losing her father to help others by volunteering for Special Wish Foundation, the Stewart Memorial (which raises money for children with terminal illnesses), The New Albany Classic (whose proceeds benefit The Center for Family Safety and Healing) and Key to the Cure (a Saks Fifth Avenue fashion show that raises money to benefit cancer survivors) Her X Factor: Her peers elected her New Albany’s 2011 Homecoming Queen Future ambitions: “I’d love to be an event planner,” says Andrea, who’s off to Lynn University in Boca Raton, Fla., later this year. As her resume suggests, she’d like to focus her efforts on benefits and fundraisers. “I want to plan inspiring events.”

On Andrea: Mori Lee dress, $399 at Joan’s Bridal Couture. Calvin Klein platforms, $80 at DSW.

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Erin Pfeifer Senior at Olentangy Liberty High School Resume: Varsity Basketball Captain, National Honor Society, student mentor, active member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church, Gooseneck Tavern hostess, 4.1 GPA Her X Factor: She weathered the loss of her father while remaining the friendly, kind-hearted, compassionate personality that makes her loved by peers and adults alike Future ambitions: Her entire family has attended the University of Kentucky, so it’s no surprise she is headed there in the fall to study engineering. “I also want to participate in Dance Blue,” says Erin, whose sister started the 24-hour dance marathon benefiting pediatric oncology.

On Erin: Jovani dress, $499 at Joan’s Bridal Couture. Henri’s earrings, $38 at Henri’s Cloud Nine.

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Maddie Spielman Senior at Upper Arlington High School Resume: Varsity Basketball, Young Life, Team Delta Max (substance abuse prevention group), 3.8 GPA Her X Factor: Yes, she’s the daughter of football legend Chris Spielman and the late, beloved Stefanie Spielman Future ambitions: “I really want to be an Erin Andrews-type sideline reporter,” says Maddie, a football fanatic who loves public speaking. She plans to major in broadcast journalism at Ohio State.

On Maddie: Faviana Couture dress, $259 at Uniquely Yours. Enzo Angiolini pumps, $70; and Lulu Townsend clutch, $40; both at DSW. 20 CapitalStyle prom 2012

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Sarah Naguib Junior at Columbus School for Girls Resume: Cofounder of CSG’s online literary magazine, school newspaper writer and editor, peer-nominated member of the Head’s Advisory Committee, copresident of Joy Club, vice president of Ambassador Society, box office manager for school performances, violin player, first-degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, 3.9 GPA Her X Factor: She’s currently working with One Laptop Per Child to bring laptop technology to third-world countries Future ambitions: “I want to be a doctor,” Sarah says. While cardiology has piqued her interest, her main goal is to practice on medical mission trips. “I want to be able to help people and make a huge impact in developing countries.”

On Sarah: Waverly dress, $244 at Ladybird. Guess peep-toe pumps, $80 at DSW. Henri’s earrings, $24 at Henri’s Cloud Nine.

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Ciara Fisher Junior at Ft. Hayes Metropolitan High School Resume: Metropolitan Choir, Metropolitan Acting Ensemble, Through His Eyes Drama Ministry, First Church of God Youth Praise Ministry, recently performed in “Hair Spray” as Motor Mouth Maybelle Her X Factor: She has sung for President Barack Obama—twice Future ambitions: She plans to attend the University of Cincinnati, study abroad, and then head to a performing arts school in New York City. “Archaeology is my career choice,” she says, “but my dream is to perform on Broadway.”

On Ciara: Cassandra Stone II dress, $299 at Uniquely Yours. Sassy South Jewelry bracelet, $75 at Joan’s Bridal Couture.

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Fashion Capital Couture

Maria Foglietti Junior at Dublin Jerome High School Resume: Varsity Lacrosse, Junior Cabinet, National Honor Society, Student Advisory Board, Freshman Mentor, Rotolo’s Pizza employee Her X Factor: She does it all while maintaining a 4.2 GPA Future ambitions: Ohio State is Maria’s dream school. “I can’t picture going anywhere else,” says the Bucks fan.

She hopes to study either social work (to be a high school guidance counselor) or consumer publications (to work in advertising, preferably for a big store like Abercrombie & Fitch).

On Maria: Flirt by Maggie Sottero dress, $498 at Joan’s Bridal Couture. Calvin Klein platforms, $80 at DSW. Henri’s earrings, $12; and Henri’s bracelet, $29; both at Henri’s Cloud Nine.

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Hannah Vincent Junior at Worthington Kilbourne High School Resume: Class President, Varsity Soccer Captain, Partners for Citizenship and Character Student Action Board, Student Athlete Leadership Board, DRIVEN (substance abuse prevention program), One Leg at a Time (anti-bullying club), Mock Trial Team, HOBY leadership ambassador, 3.89 GPA Her X Factor: And she volunteers at Riverside Methodist Hospital Future ambitions: “Giving back to the community by serving is an honorable thing to do,” says Hannah, who’s applying to both the U.S. Naval and Air Force academies. She plans to study political science and attend law school.

On Hannah: Night Moves dress, $398 at Joan’s Bridal Couture.

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Fashion Doing Good

Donate a Dress Fairy Goodmothers accepts gently used or new prom gowns, plus accessories throughout the year. Drop off your donations to the following locations: nC harles Penzone Grand

Salons and Max the Salons, CharlesPenzone.com nA ll Callander Cleaners locations, CallanderCleaners. com nT he Shops at Worthington Place at either the mall offices or MonkWorks Gift Shop, ShopWorthingtonPlace.com

Jill Fergus and Anne Garlock Houser are Fairy Goodmothers

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At its annual boutique, Fairy Goodmothers grants prom dreams for girls in need Story by Beth stallings I Photo by jodi miller

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t’s midnight on a brisk Friday night in April, and a line of teenage girls is forming outside the door of a pop-up shop open only five days every spring. The tickets these young ladies are here for—which gain them entry into the boutique the next morning—carry the promise to make their princess-like prom dreams a reality.

One of the waiting girls needs a dress for her friend who lost everything in a house fire the night before. Another has been battling leukemia her whole life; her parents spent every extra dollar to pay medical expenses for a daugh-

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ter they didn’t expect to live to the age of 3. Then there’s a foreign exchange student who’s never heard of the high school tradition, but is excited to experience a new custom.

Entering in small groups, girls look around in awe at the sparkling pink draping, racks of formal gowns, shoes, purses and jewelry.

This can’t be real, a skeptic may think at first. But when she stands in front of the mirror, in a gown that fits like it was made just for her, the defenses melt away. She smiles.

“Their faces glow, and they straighten up. It’s so exciting to see them just be happy,” said Jill Fergus through tearing

eyes. She is president of Fairy Goodmothers, a Central Ohio nonprofit started by a group of Dublin and Upper Arlington women that, since 2005, has been providing local girls in need with prom dresses and accessories at no cost.

At last year’s boutique in Worthington Place, 1,078 “Cinderella girls” were outfitted head-to-toe for their high school dances. Students represented 138 high schools in the area, proving to the “fairies” (as volunteers call themselves) that the need isn’t just great, it’s everywhere.

With more than 4,000 gowns in their inventory, the hope is to help even more teens this year, Fergus said.

During the five-day boutique, each girl is allowed one female guest (dads, uncles and boyfriends are kindly asked to wait outside) and is given a personal shopper to help her navigate the racks. Dresses are a combination of gently-used donations and new gowns purchased with funds raised throughout the year. For $30, Fairy Goodmothers can buy a new gown—which retails any-

where from $150 to $450— from partnering stores. For $40, they can supply an entire outfit. Girls are also given goodie bags with coupons for up-dos, manicures, boutonnieres and other prom-related needs to help defray costs.

But their purpose is more than just providing a pretty look. The goal is to build self esteem. With this in mind, no girl is asked to qualify her need for a dress.

“It’s an opportunity for them to feel beautiful, to feel worthy and to feel more than adequate,” said Anne Garlock Houser, Fairy Goodmothers vice president.

The more than 300 volunteers who make the boutique possible every year might not get things, but they do get satisfaction, Houser added. “I can’t explain what this boutique means to each girl. It’s such a rewarding thing to be a part of.”

Cinderella’s Closet Boutique will be held on April 7, 9, 10, 14 and 16. For more information or to get involved, visit FairyGoodmothers.org.

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