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PHOTOGRAPHY BY DENISE BELYEA, ALEX CALLEJO, AND ANAS ISMAIL
Rebecca Darr (WINGS President & CEO), Nigel Barker, Ellaine Sambo-Reythere (WINGS Chair, Board of Directors)
WINGS’ 2nd annual BLOSSOM fashion event was held April 24th, 2025 and raised more than $100,000 to launch new programming for survivors of domestic violence. Hosted by renowned photographer Nigel Barker, 175 attendees were welcomed by members of the Chicago Hounds Rugby team, viewed stunning stylings by Janet Mandell, and heard inspirational stories of five survivors who victoriously walked the runway. Held at 21cMuseum Hotel in Chicago, the show was produced by Zzazz Productions and honored Whitney Reynolds, Host and Executive Producer of the Whitney Reynolds Show. wingsprogram.com
