Dallas’s most spectacular spring lunch turns designer fashion into a force to be reckoned with

What: 35th Annual Salvation Army Ladies Auxiliary Fashion Show and Luncheon

Where: Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center

411: Nearly 700 guests gathered on Tuesday, April 21, for the Salvation Army Dallas Ladies Auxiliary’s glamorous fashion show and luncheon, one of the most highly anticipated Spring Fundraising Luncheon. Organized by Chairman katherine coker and honorary chair Lisa TroutThis year’s luncheon marked the Auxiliary’s 35th anniversary.

The “SAWA” luncheon – which resembles a day-long celebration – is one of Dallas’ most stylish spring traditions, blending philanthropy, fashion, shopping and community impact. Salvation Army of North Texas.

Margaret Hancock, Paige Locke, Katherine Coker, Major Caroline Webb, Lisa Trout, Marilyn Spencer, Kimber Hartman, Christina Cavalier

Major Rob Webb, Major Caroline Webb, Katherine Coker, Margot Perot, Kimber Hartman

Katherine Coker, Lisa Trout

Major Rob Webb, Gene Jones, Major Caroline Webb, Laura Bush

Kathryn Wicker, Shannon Graham, Kathryn Jaynes

Margaret Hancock, Jan Strimple, Katherine Coker

Haley Anderson, Meredith Land, Major Caroline Webb, Charlotte Jones

Margaret Hancock, Claire Emanuelson

Patty Flowers, Kim Hext

Marilyn Spencer, Major Caroline Webb, Katherine Coker

runway model

Candice Winslow, Jennifer Dix, Kimber Hartman, Major Carolyn Webb, Laura Downing, Elizabeth Gambrell, Lisa Singleton

Guests browse chic boutiques.

The emerging designer’s winning look from Salvador Medina.

The emerging designer appears to be the runner-up.

Second place design by Salvador Medina.

The afternoon featured a seated luncheon, a “chic boutique” shopping opportunity, and a Fashion Week-style runway presentation showcasing designer looks generously donated from some of Dallas’ most prestigious closets and boutiques.

In a new addition for 2026, the accessory launched an emerging designer competition, inviting designers from Dallas-Fort Worth to submit original looks for the runway show. winning designersalvador medina earned first and second place honors, and miguel becerra Got third place.

Guests viewed and bid on fabulous fashion in a silent auction throughout the afternoon, with proceeds benefiting The Salvation Army’s programs that fight poverty, homelessness and addiction in North Texas. A boutique-style shopping experience set in the Meyerson lobby, designs and luxury fashions presented in chic boutiques were also available for purchase.

During the event inside the concert hall, Dallas Women’s Auxiliary President kimber hartman and Founding Emeritus Member margot perot Several extraordinary supporters were recognized for their dedication and service: margaret hancock Received Margot Perot Service Award, gene jones honored with the Legacy Award, and marilyn spencer Received Love in Action Award.

“We are thrilled to celebrate with our generous advocates, partners and donors this year at the annual fashion show and luncheon,” Major said.caroline webbArea Commander of The Salvation Army of North Texas. “Each year it is a remarkable event that brings together so many people from across the North Texas community in the name of service.”

Since its inception in 1993, the fashion show and luncheon has raised more than $18 million to support The Salvation Army of North Texas and its mission to serve needy individuals and families throughout the region.

Who:Laura Bush, Meredith Land, Charlotte Jones, Haley Anderson, Kathryn Wicker, Shannon Graham, Kathryn Jaynes, Major Rob Webb, Claire Emanuelson, Jan Strimple, Paige Locke, Christina Cavalier, Patty Flowers, Kim Hext, Candice Winslow, Jennifer Dix, Laura Downing, Elizabeth Gambrell, Lisa Singletonand approximately 700+ supporters, patrons, community leaders and fashion lovers.