An outdoor fashion show causes a stir

The end of a rainstorm made Jackie Kragel a perfect afternoon stroll in a denim jumpsuit. And leather chaps. And a few other outfits. The Palmer re...

July 26, 2023
4:08 AM

The end of a rainstorm made Jackie Kragel a perfect afternoon stroll in a denim jumpsuit. And leather chaps. And a few other outfits. The Palmer resident – a striking 6ft 2in tall figure – captured the attention of many peers and strangers as he modeled the clothes of five designers at the third annual Alaska Week outdoor parade Saturday in downtown Juneau. Appearing for the first time in any setting as a model, Kragel accessorized with jewelry she made in her own studio and displayed at a fashion market after the show.

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