Our History
How It All Started
Jill was inspired by a similar annual event in Midland, Michigan. Midland's Mannequin Night is a small event that challenges local fashion school students to design costumes that will be displayed in downtown display windows.
It was this event that inspired Jill to give back to Paris, Texas. Over 10 years ago, Jill sought to create an event that would bring the entire community together. Now, Paris's Mannequin Night brings together local artists and creatives alike to showcase their costuming and design skills.
Jill Awtrey
Founder
Where We've Been
Take a peak inside the archives and see how downtown businesses and mannequins interpreted each year's theme.
2014
Vintage
Horror
2015
Superheroes
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2016
Icons &
Legends
2017
Myths &
Fairy Tales
2018
All Things Halloween
2019
A Place
in Time
2020 -2021
Event
postponed
2022
Comics, Cartoons, & Storybooks
2023
Hollywood &
Broadway
Where We're Going
The idea came to life in 2014 and has been growing ever since. Each year, the Mannequin Night event team aims to create a better and more unique experience than the last.
With our mission of bringing the community together to participate in a truly special event, we are always looking to expand our list of vendors, volunteers, and sponsors. Each year we curate a new and distinct list of activities for attendees to experience. Keeping every event original is a top priority for the MN team!
Awards
Every year, Mannequin Night is proud to host volunteers with thrilling costumes and feature businesses with exciting displays. However, we like to acknowledge those mannequins and windows that went above and beyond to create something truly memorable.
2023 Award Winners
2022 Award Winners
Crowd Favorite Mannequin: Avatar
Crowd Favorite Window: Stranger Things
Judges' Favorite Window: Olive Paris - Top Gun
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2020 - 2021
Event postponed
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2019 Award Winners
Crowd Favorite Mannequin: TIE!
~ The Southern Belles in front of Belle Vie​ ~
~ Jack the Ripper in front of the Priest's Emporium ~
Judges' Favorite Window: Tresor de Paris for "End of Prohibition"
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2018 Award Winners
Best Costume: Steampunk Madame - Kat Covington at Belle Vie
Best Decorated Window: Olive Paris - Halloweentown
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2017 Award Winners
Best Costume: Paris Optical Western Pecos Bill, Annie Oakley, Pocahontas
Best Decorated Window: Moffitt Financial - 5 Disney Villains - Decorated and staffed by Britney's Steppin' Out Dance Studio