SRSLY Chelsea Hosts Duct Tape Fashion Show

SRSLY Chelsea, a community coalition established to prevent destructive behavior in Chelsea youth, will host its first “Duct Tape Fashion Show” on Feb. 21 from 6-8 p.m. at Beach Middle School.

The show and competition are open to everyone ages 5 and up. It will feature duct creations from students and adults.

“The fashion show has been planned completely by students. They scheduled the event, created guidelines for participation, and are currently working on promotional materials,” said Jesse Kauffman, SRSLY program coordinator. “It is a great example of the value of youth leadership.”

Several community members outside of the coalition have joined in on the fun.

Pete Warburton, former Beach Middle School counselor and renowned duct tape artist, will be emceeing the event as well as displaying some of his art pieces.

Salon Rushelle of Chelsea will be offering hair and makeup services to duct tape models who are interested. Middle school students who have started their own business selling duct tape wallets, bow ties, and other accessories will be present selling their wares.

Participants can submit a duct tape creation into one of three categories: clothing, accessories, or art/sculpture. Prizes will be awarded to the overall winners in each category and for the top entry in each category by grade level.

Participants can create submissions out of only duct tape or over top of old clothes or items. Duct tape adhesive should not be applied directly to the skin. Youth and adults interested in entering a duct tape creation in the show or volunteering for the evening can contact Jesse Kauffman by phone at 734-593-5283, or email jkauffman@srslychelsea.org.

For more information, visit www.srslychelsea.org.