This Fashion Show fundraiser will be produced by Zzazz Productions and feature couture designer, Elda de la Rosa. We are excited to welcome Nigel Barker, internationally renowned photographer, as our event host. He served 17 seasons as a photographer and judge on the hit TV show America’s Next Top Model. Special musical performance by Elaine Dame, Chicago jazz singer and we will honor our dear friend, Candace Jordan. Guests will enjoy drinks and appetizers and a special gift.
Walking the runway will be domestic violence survivors and special guests: Melissa DuPrey, critically acclaimed solo artist and actress, and Domenica Lida Biondolillo, former Ms. Chicago 2023. Internationally published photographer Lori Sapio will shoot the runway. All proceeds from BLOSSOM will be used to expand counseling and supportive services for domestic violence survivors.
Breaking the Cycle of Domestic Violence
The mission of WINGS Program, Inc. is to provide housing, integrated services, education
and advocacy to end domestic violence.
WINGS provides a pathway to independence for adults and children who are escaping from domestic violence and abuse. Our goal is to provide the tools and support necessary to ensure that victims can escape their abusers and begin building new, violence-free lives.
Rose Sponsors
The Ford Family
Violet Sponsors
The Jules and Gwen Knapp Charitable Foundation
Peony Sponsors
Melissa and Michael Canning
Sunitha and Ramana Chamarti
KL Klein Gifting Foundation
Wintrust
Orchid Sponsor
ASI, NE Healthcare Services, Inc.
BMO Wealth Management
Mary Patricia Burns
Light Drawn Studios
Dr. Gertrude Lyons
The Lyon Family Foundation
Sheila King Marketing + Public Relations