Fashions Under The Stars, a fund raiser for St Francis Xavier’s Parents and Friends to be staged by Narrabri’s David Pierce on Saturday night will be a spectacular event.
It will also be David’s final parade, the culmination of a long catalogue of successful events he has organised and staged for local charities.
Proprietor of Authentic Trademarks, David’s not going anywhere and he remains very much a part of the business and general community, but he has decided to finally hang up his charity choreographer, fashion, music director and co-ordinator’s hat to pursue other areas.
David has made a huge contribution to the coffers of local charities in his career as the driver of fashion fundraisers.
And importantly he has been a mentor, advisor, confidence builder and friend to many young people along the way.
David’s parades are special occasions, and bigger than anyone outside the event would probably realise in terms of organisation, work and time. But the commitment has always been cheerfully given and successfully carried through.
But now that era, sadly, is over.
“This will be my last ever fashion show in Narrabri” said David. “It is time to do other things.
“But I want to go out with a bang. A big event, the closest I can achieve to bring Fashion Week to Narrabri. I have always wanted to do this.
“And I am delighted to be able to do it for the school” he adds.
“If I can help generate a significant amount to go towards the start of a foundation for a multi purpose centre for the school I will be very happy to have played my part.”
David has presented many charity events, starting with the first, a fund raiser in conjunction with Noelene Barraket when the Narrabri High School library was burned down.
Then there was Farmcraft and many more.
Even when David was working long hours running a major store in Sydney’s Pitt Street Mall he made time to come back to Narrabri to stage parades with panache and to contribute his time and expertise.
The charities are the financial beneficiaries, but what may be overlooked is the impact participation in the events has on the young models, as a confidence builder and in opening a window on a wider world.
David has seen quiet kids blossom after they step on the catwalk, realise their potential and gain confidence - doors open for them.
“That’s a big reason I do it. There are so many opportunities for our young people and these events give them the confidence to step out and follow it through” said David.
Meanwhile, the stage is set for the Fashions under The Stars at Narrabri Golf Club “We have close to 20 local models” David said. “We have been busy rehearsing and preparing.”
“Tickets are nearly sold out but some may still be available up until 12 noon on Saturday at Authentic Trademarks.