Fishin' For Fashion: Announcing Our Winners and Extending Our Thanks

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Judge’s Choice & People’s Choice Runner Up Earl Brewer is Poseidon! Dave Dostie Photo, Our Inaugural Makers Market A perfect day at the Shipyard in Boothbay Harbor. Dave Dostie Photo, 2024 Orignial Designs Fishin’ For Fashion continues to amaze - thank you to the artists and creative teams that bring these visions to our runway! Dave Dostie Photo, Student Winner Jackie Branch and pup “Sushi”. Dave Dostie Photo, People’s Choice Award Lorna Andrews's granddaughter Olivia Paolillo models the nautical chart dress and Best Bespoke Bag. Dave Dostie Photo, Runner Up People’s Choice Winner Model Kristian Vermeulen wore Bethany Field’s billowing sail dress. Dave Dostie Photo, July’s Colorful Creation Dave Dostie Photo
We are thrilled to announce the winners of this year's Fishin' For Fashion event and extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who made it possible. This year's competition showcased extraordinary talent, creativity, and passion.

Winner Highlights:

  • Best Original Student Design: Jackie Branch
  • Best Bespoke Bag: Lorna Andrews 
  • People’s Choice Award: Lorna Andrews 
  • Judge’s First Runner-Up: Bethany Field
  • Judge’s Choice Award and People’s First Runner-Up: Earl Brewer

A huge round of applause to our incredible artists who brought their bespoke creations to the Lobster Trap runway. Your artistic vision, dedication, and talent have truly elevated this event, making it better year after year. We deeply appreciate the immense effort and time you invest in your craft.

We also want to acknowledge the local boutiques and shops whose support is invaluable:

  • Mainely Nautical
  • BBH Apparel
  • 3 Buoys
  • Janson’s
  • A&E Homes
  • Seawicks
  • Log Cabin Shoes
  • Weekend Vintage
  • House of Logan
  • Mitchell & Co
  • Calypso
  • Cannery
  • Kamala's Boutique

Additionally, our Makers Market featured the exceptional works of stained glass artist Herenya Wilkey, Maine Flag Co., and artist André Benoit.

Special Thanks to Our Sponsors

These events would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. We extend our gratitude to:

Presenting Sponsor:

  • The Carousel Marina

Legacy Sponsors:

  • Tindal & Callahan
  • First National Bank
  • Bangor Savings Bank
  • Bristol Marine - The Shipyard in Boothbay Harbor

Affiliate Sponsors:

  • Knickerbocker Group
  • Bath Savings
  • House of Logan
  • A Maine Wedding
  • Boothbay Craft Brewery
  • Harbour Towne Inn on the Waterfront
  • Footbridge Brewery
  • BBH Apparel
  • Conley's Garden Center & Landscaping
  • Pier One Pizza & Pub
  • Josh Winery
  • Central Distributors
  • JWM Electric

Acknowledgment of Essential Contributors

We want to give special thanks to the following, who played crucial roles in making our events happen:

  • Robert Mitchell Photography
  • Michael Maxim
  • BRTV
  • Coastal Maine Popcorn
  • Country Coach Charters
  • Downeast Candy
  • Dave Dostie Photography
  • Dunton's Doghouse
  • Gudroe Technology Group
  • Hannafords
  • Mine Oyster Catering and Rentals
  • The Wharf Cats

And last but certainly not least, to all the tireless volunteers who lift, tote, greet, and make it all happen – we couldn’t do it without you!

Stay Tuned

We are still gathering the proceeds from the bespoke bag auction. Be on the lookout for an announcement here about the money raised for Project Graduation and other causes! Thank you all for making this year’s Fishin' For Fashion a resounding success. We look forward to continuing this tradition of creativity and community support in the years to come.

Judge’s Choice & People’s Choice Runner Up Earl Brewer is Poseidon! Dave Dostie Photo Our Inaugural Makers Market A perfect day at the Shipyard in Boothbay Harbor. Dave Dostie Photo 2024 Orignial Designs Fishin’ For Fashion continues to amaze - thank you to the artists and creative teams that bring these visions to our runway! Dave Dostie Photo Student Winner Jackie Branch and pup “Sushi”. Dave Dostie Photo People’s Choice Award Lorna Andrews's granddaughter Olivia Paolillo models the nautical chart dress and Best Bespoke Bag. Dave Dostie Photo Runner Up People’s Choice Winner Model Kristian Vermeulen wore Bethany Field’s billowing sail dress. Dave Dostie Photo July’s Colorful Creation Dave Dostie Photo
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