Empowering the children of the Negev Fashionable clothing

JNF PANADA BOUTIQUE

JNF continues its vital work in growing and nourishing the land and supporting the people of Israel through lifesaving projects.

This Pesach, with your support, JNF –through Lasova Kadima Youth Centre – will provide new opportunities for youth at risk in the Negev communities.

Children participating in the program are at risk and from severely distressed families and are referred to the centres by local welfare departments. These disadvantaged youth are provided with care, personal attention and individualised programs that aim to empower each child. Programs run daily and year-round in a safe setting.

Kadima Youth Centre provides nutritious meals to young children who do not have access to lunch and dinner at home. Its staff help with homework and enrichment lessons when parents are unavailable to assist. These dedicated personnel teach English and run computer programming courses to help develop life-changing skills. Kadima Youth Centre enables exploration of Israel’s nature parks and national sites through inspiring day tours. It also encourages children to give back to their community by volunteering their time to help others.

One of the special mitzvot of Pesach is to make space at your table and in your heart for those in need. This Passover, JNF hopes for a brighter future filled with essential opportunities, as it continues its important work supporting the growth of the residents along Israel’s southern periphery.

For more information about JNF Blue Box campaign, visit: jnf.org.au/blue-box-vic

Panada Boutique at 1202 High Street, Armadale has been providing high quality clothing for discerning women in their 40s and beyond for more than three decades.

It was started by proprietor Emelia Stockdale’s mother in Hawksburn Village in 1989, after she saw a gap in the market.

Today Emelia continues to maintain an extensive range, but a limited number of each size, primarily sizes 8 to 18, with select styles also available in sizes 6 and 20.

The Melbourne Jewish Report spoke with her.

So, a new season is upon us – what is hot when it comes to fashion?

Beautiful knitwear and faux leather, ruffles and pussy bows, and dresses, dresses, dresses!

What new trends have you picked up on?

New trends this season include a play on textures, like silk with wool or wool with faux leather. Colour blocking is also important and will modernise your outfit instantly.

What are the colours of the season?

New colours include blush pink and raspberry, apple green and mint, cobalt blue, chocolate and all the earthy neutral tones too.

Can you give women any fashion tips? Is it about layers or signature pieces or both?

It’s a great year to pick up a dress or two, as there’s a fantastic selection on offer this season.

Do you target a particular demographic?

We love nothing better than when mother and daughter both find something to take home. It was and still is my favourite way to shop.