The Borrowed Boutique is a formal attire "borrow” event where high school students can browse, try-on, and borrow outfits for an upcoming formal dance—at NO COST!
We will need help with both set up and takedown, and you can choose to do either or both!
SET-UP
Set-Up Volunteer Shifts
- Friday, September 18th 8am-11:30am
- Friday, September 18th 11:30am- 3pm
Set-Up Responsibilities
- Assemble clothing racks and dressing room.
- Sort through formal attire and remove any outdated or damaged items (broken zippers, stains, ripped, etc.) - these will be donated to our Boys & Girls Club Art Studio to be repurposed.
- Hang dresses on racks. § Create size signs for each rack.
- Label bags and totes by garment type (long dresses, short dresses, dress pants, etc.) and size for easy identification and access.
- Arrange and store bags and totes in the storage room.
- Set up tables for the event.
- Organize accessories and shoes on tables.
DURING EVENT
Event Volunteer Shifts
- Friday, September 18th 3pm-6:30pm
- Saturday, September 19th 9am-Noon
- Saturday, September 19th Noon-3
Event Responsibilities
- Help students discover outfits and accessories that reflect their size, style, and personal vision
- Keep the space welcoming and organized by returning dresses and items to racks
- Support students during the check-out process and help prepare their selected items for take-home
- Look over contract to ensure information is legible and accurate
- Carefully bag attire for students, ensuring a smooth and positive check-out experience
- Create a warm, encouraging, and inclusive shopping environment
- Cheer on and support students as they make confident choices and feel their best
TAKEDOWN
Takedown Volunteer Shifts:
- Saturday, September 19th 3pm-6pm
Takedown Responsibilities
- Store formal attire in the appropriate bags or totes.
- Label bags and totes by garment type (long dresses, short dresses, dress pants, etc.) and size for easy identification and access.
- Pack shoes and accessories into their designated bins or totes.
- Arrange and store bags and totes in the storage room.
- Disassemble the clothing racks and dressing room- place in storage room after attire has been stored.
- Check bathrooms for any items left behind.
- Wipe down tables and mirrors.
- Take down the tables and return them to their designated location.
- Dispose of any trash in the outside dumpster.
- Sweep the gym floor.
