fashion

Evolution of hat-wearing

Oct 29, 2025

Seventy-five years ago, when I was a lad, everyone including men, women and many kids wore some type of hat. In the late 50’s and early 60’s everything changed. People began going out hatless for several reasons. The youth of the 60’s rebelled against the traditional norms including dress codes....

History of buttons with Yvonne Nielsen is Sept. 18

Sep 10, 2025

The Lake City Public Library (LCPL) invites the public to the History of Buttons with Yvonne Nielsen. This event takes place on Thursday, Sept. 18, at 6:30 p.m. What does Bakelite plastic have in common with dinosaur fossils? How many color of uniforms were worn during the Civil War (and it’s not...

Sellout crowd watches fashion show

Oct 11, 2018

The Shops of Lake City Style Show took place on Tuesday, Oct. 2. The event was sold out with over 65 in attendance at The Jewel Golf Club. Participating shops included Lavender Lane, Lake Pepin Pearl Button Company, Treats and Treasures, Fashion and Fun Consignment, and The Jewel Golf Shop. Roots...

History break to present “Rationing Fashion”

Aug 9, 2017

On Wednesday, Aug. 16 at 1 p.m., the Goodhue County Historical Society will present “Rationing Fashion”. Featuring Ruth Nerhaugen, this program explores the changing fashions of women during World War II. All who attend are encouraged to bring a sample of their Swedish or Norwegian quilts or fancy...

High schoolers promenade

May 11, 2017

Two-piece dresses and tuxedoes were among the more obvious trends among Lincoln High School prom-goers in 2017. The annual formal dance was May 6.

Torch: Following the trends of the past

Oct 13, 2016

History tends to repeat itself, the saying definitely holds true in the fashion world. At Lincoln High, students are following the new trends and the old. “Casual clothing, such as crocs, yoga pants, uggs, and sweatshirts are in,” said Jim Heise, history teacher at Lincoln. As unique as personal...

Over 60 guests attend Spark Spring Fashion Show

Apr 13, 2016

Over sixty guests were in attendance at the Spark Spring Fashion Show April 4 at Port 104. Debbie Lane from Corner Closet introduced local women as they modeled new styles from her clothing store. The stage was adorned with fresh flowers and plants from Lake Pepin Floral. The next Spark meeting...