Wayfarers Arcade to host prom dresses fashion show

Families can discover all the latest season prom dresses at a special Lily May fashion show in Southport this October.

The free event will take place inside The Engine Room, on the first floor of Wayfarers Shopping Arcade in Southport between 5pm and 7pm on Sunday, 27th October 2024.

Entry will be via the West Street entrance.

The fashion show is organised by Lily May, a bridal, prom and occasion wear shop which is situated on the ground floor of Wayfarers Shopping Arcade.

There is free admission, with a Golden Ticket waiting to be opened by one lucky attendee which will see them winning a brand new prom dress.

People at the event will be given 20% vouchers for any off the peg purchase.

Lily May owner Chris Newell said:

“We are looking forward to showing off this season’s prom dress at our Lily May Fashion Show on 27th October.

“This is the first fashion show we have organised since we moved into the arcade, and we are really looking forward to it.

“If this event goes well, then we may organise some others in the future; perhaps to show off prom dresses, or maybe to show off our mother of the bride collection.

“The Engine Room is a lovely space to host this event, with their stage area, and the opportunity for people to buy their drinks, including their delicious 92 Degrees Coffee.

“We have several models from local high schools who will be modelling the outfits for us.

“We are really keen to promote the event and let people know they can come and see what is on offer.

“If someone sees something they really like at the fashion show, they can put down a deposit if they so wish in order to secure their prom dress. We also offer payment plans.

“Wayfarers Shopping Arcade is such a stunning building which really suits events like this.

“If anyone would like to know any further details then please call in and see us or contact us at any time.”

Lily May has proved to be a huge hit since it opened in Wayfarers Shopping Arcade recently.

The owner, Chris Newell, has moved her business from Ainsdale to the centre of Southport shopping which is good news for ladies looking for something really unique for a dressy occasion.

No matter what age you are, Lily May is the shop to head for when you are looking for prom dresses, which range from as little as £50, mother of the bride or groom, wedding guest outfit etc.

And not everyone wants to have their bridal gown made or ordered so Lily May has a gorgeous range of off the peg bridal wear.

So, whether you are having a large gathering, marrying abroad or in a hotel Lily May will have just the gown you want for your special day.

Exclusive private bookings are available so you can have the whole shop all to yourself and the personal attention of one of Lily May’s professional, friendly team.

Chris Newell is delighted to have relocated from AinsdaleVillage into the 126-year-old Wayfarers Shopping Arcade, and is enjoying working alongside other quality, local independent businesses which can work together to provide a comprehensive offering for visitors.

Chris said:

“We have been pleased to welcome lots of customers from Southport since we opened, as well as from further afield.

“Our first dress which we sold was to a customer from the North East who had come to Southport to enjoy the British Musical Fireworks Championship in Southport!

“We have had shoppers coming to see us from Liverpool, Chorley, Penwortham, Preston, Blackpool and elsewhere.

“It’s lovely that we have had people coming into our shop and into the arcade from different areas.”

You can find the shop on socials @lilymaydresses

Or call a member of the team on 07508829046 or 07428392153.Wayfarers Shopping Arcade is on Lord Street, Southport, PR8 1NT.