Note that there is significant overlap between the three tapes (as well as the three digital files) depicting this event.

Video of the Parsons School of Design annual fashion show at the New York Marriott Marquis. The event honors Lena Horne, actress, singer, and activist. The video begins with a montage depicting preparation for the runway show, sketches of student fashion designs, and footage of the audience. Horne recieves the Parsons Award. Following, she gives a speech about designers encountered in her career. Designer Donald Brooks introduces the annual costume design showcase. The theme for this year's showcase is "Wartime Forties." The Gold Thimble Awards are presented. Parsons Executive Dean, David C. Levy, extends special thanks to Chair of the Fashion Design Department, Frank Rizzo. Dorene Benedetto receives the Student Designer of the Year Award. Fashion editor Edith Raymond Locke announces the runway show.

An excerpt of the Parsons School of of Design annual fashion show at the New York Marriott Marquis. Footage begins with the runway show midway through the event. Fashion editor Edith Raymond Locke is the announcer. The video ends with the presentation of the Gold Thimble Awards.

An excerpt of the Parsons School of Design annual fashion show at the New York Marriott Marquis. The video begins midway through the runway show. Fashion editor Edith Raymond Locke is the announcer. The Gold Thimble Awards are presented. Parsons Executive Dean, David C. Levy, extends special thanks to Chair of the Fashion Design Department, Frank Rizzo.