4-H Awardrobe Clothing Event
Judge’s Evaluation Form
THE $15 CHALLENGE
Iowa State Fair 4-H Awardrobe Clothing Event judges complete this form after reviewing your written
report, observing you move in your garment/outfit, and after your conference visit.
Grade last
completed:
Name:
A. WRITTEN REPORT (45 total points)
I.
County:
COMMENTS
SCORE
PROJECT GOAL AND EVALUATION (8)
 Stage commentary (on first page)
 Goal clearly identified and evaluated
 Report neat and thoughtfully written
 Shows knowledge of textiles and clothing
 Explains choices and decisions confidently
II. CHOOSING CLOTHING TO ENHANCE
APPEARANCE AND INCREASE
SELF-CONFIDENCE (10)
 Understands that clothing communicates
 Consideration given to color, style, fit, and
fashion trends
 Compatibility of fabric for garment design
and features
 Uses design elements and principles to
make a choice
III. CHOOSING WITH A PURPOSE (9)
 Intended use explained with suitability and
function of garment
 Accessories enhance total look
IV. CONSUMER SKILLS ACQUIRED (10)
 Identifies quality of workmanship in
garment
 Knowledge of garment fiber content and
care
 Pattern adjustments or garment alterations
successfully undertaken
 Recognizes influence of others
 Questions answered
V. KEEPING TRACK OF YOUR COSTS (5)
 Garment/accessories cost computed
accurately (4 pts. off if no receipt) 
 Value for cost and care identified
 Garment/accessories mix with or enhance
wardrobe
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VI. ABOUT YOU (3)
 Most beneficial 4-H experiences
 Education and/or career goals
B. RED CARPET EVALUATION
(40 total points)
I. PRESENTATION (10)
 Personal appearance
(posture, poise, grooming)
 Moves easily
 Presents outfit with confidence and pride
COMMENTS
SCORE
COMMENTS
SCORE
II. ATTRACTIVENESS OF GARMENT AND
ACCESSORIES (10)
 Suitability of garment for person
 Compatibility of fabric, style, color
 Accessories compliment person, garment,
occasion
III. FIT (10)
 Garment fits with ease
 No visible undergarment lines
 Design lines indicate correct fit
 Pattern changes or garment alterations
appropriate
IV. QUALITY OF WORK (10)
 Inner construction and fabrics support and
enhance design
 Construction details even, straight, and
neat
C. INTERVIEW EVALUATION
(15 total points)
V. SELF-EXPRESSION/POISE (7)
 Meets and greets easily; creates good first
impression
 Controls nervousness and anxiety
 Maintains eye contact
VI. ORAL COMMUNICATION SKILLS (8)
 Explains choices and decisions with
confidence
 Listens carefully and answers questions
 Uses positive vocal qualities and facial
expressions
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS:
While the 4-H’er needs to calculate the cost of the entire garment (usually beyond purchasing), it is NOT
appropriate for a judge to say the outfit is too expensive - with the exception of The $15 Challenge.
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