The Friends of the Elderly Fashion Show, now in its 11th year, doesn’t feature high-end fashion. Instead of showcasing the latest from Louis Vuitton or Donatella Versace, the models wear found treasures from the Friends’ two thrift stores located at the Council on Aging.

As the models sashayed through the crowd at the senior center on Friday night, audience members may have caught a glimpse of a bright orange price tag hanging from the collars of the shirts, blouses and blazers.

Friends of the Eldery President Maria Connor said the event was formerly held at a country club, and JC Penney would sponsor all the clothing. Over the years, the fashion show moved in a different direction.

“We decided to go low budget, and it works well,” said Connor.

Proceeds from the event benefit the Council on Aging’s Adult Social Day Program. The Social Day Program, which is available for people age 60 and above, ensures that seniors are receiving proper nutrition and staying social and active.

Long-time WBSM host Phil Paleologos served as the MC of the fashion show, a first in his career. Activity coordinator Nancy Miller prepared cue cards for Paleologos to read to the crowd as the model walked around the room.

The cards gave the audience a description of the outfit, the designer behind signature pieces of the ensemble and the total cost of the look.

There were 11 models showing off 22 different ensembles. Many of the participants had never been a part of a fashion show. First-time model Jill Wheaton, 17, got involved because she works as an intern at the senior center through Dartmouth High School.

Other models were enlisted because they sometimes work at the Council on Aging.

Larry Bigos, who teaches a strength and flexibility class twice a week at the center, modeled sportswear during the show.

“This is my first time [modeling] here,” said Bigos. “I used to do it when I worked for Healthtrax. We had a fashion show there.”

Not every outfit was as comfortable and casual the one worn by Bigos.

Holly Petruzzo, a visiting dental hygienist, was the only person brave enough to wear a pair of 6-inch red heels uncovered in the thrift store. The shoes were designed by pop singer and reality star Jessica Simpson. When Petruzzo gingerly walked the aisles of the senior center in the height-enhancing footwear, it drew an audible reaction from the audience.

“I come in once every three months,” said Petruzzo.“I’m teamed up with Coast Line Elderly and we provide cleanings to anybody over 60 that doesn’t have dental insurance. They get a free cleaning once a year.”

She paused then added, “And now I’m a model.”