It’s More Than Just The “Wow” Dresses
By Colleen O’Connor
The annual Portuguese Festa de Espirito Santo has a 100 plus year tradition. It is family oriented, based in devout Catholicism, an affinity for the Portuguese community, their fishing history, and a bit of fun. A joy in serious times.
The parade on Sunday, with High Mass to follow, was delightful. Bands, lots of children in costumes, and dresses.
Each Queen and her Court were dressed in regalia that would make their European ancestors proud. Enormous effort, gifted seamstresses, patient parents, and a sense of pride worthy of their heritage was on display.
Some of the capes take years to design, sew by hand, stitch, and fit to size. The photos do not do the gowns justice. They are just a sample of the talent and taste on display this Festa.
These “Wow” dresses are worthy of the best Couturier Houses.
Memories worth keeping!