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Illinois teen's coronavirus duct tape dress is finalist in national contest

The first-place winner of the contest will receive a $10,000 scholarship

SPARTA, Ill — An Illinois teen recently made a prom dress out of duct tape that tells the story of the coronavirus pandemic.

She even made a duct tape purse, earrings, necklace and mask to match the dress.

The story of Peyton Manker's coronavirus dress went viral and several news outlets shared her creation.

She also entered her dress into Duck Tape’s yearly prom dress competition. Voting began on June 29 and on July 6, it was announced that she made it into the top 10.

The first-place winner of the contest will receive a $10,000 scholarship.

To vote for her coronavirus dress, click here.

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