An Evening in Full Bloom

Events

Oct 5

Blending fashion with purpose, this year’s Well Dressed for Spring set a new fundraising record in support of those living with cancer.

Photography by Ryan Emberley

Well Dressed for Spring fashion show supporters collectively raised a record-breaking $525,000 for Wellspring Cancer Support Foundation at The Quay on March 25, 2026.

“This result shows what’s possible when people come together,” says Wellspring’s former CEO, Christina Smith, who retired at the end of April. “We are so grateful for the generosity of our donors, sponsors, volunteers, staff, and members who made this night possible. And this year, I was especially honoured to walk alongside our inspiring models on the runway. It was a very emotional night.”

Hosted by Canadian fashion icon Jeanne Beker and celebrity stylist Kim Appelt, Well Dressed for Spring is an annual fashion show and fundraiser, featuring models whose lives have been touched by cancer. “This event is truly unlike any other,” says Smith. Funds raised help Wellspring provide free-of-charge, evidence-based programs and services for people living with cancer and their families. To support the cause, visit wellspring.ca.

Anthony Sirianni, Jennifer Lipkowitz

Audrey Hyams, Candy Signorini

Final runway walk, Eileen Rogers in front

Jeanne Beker, Kim Appelt

Jen Taylor

Naomi Shapiro

Dawn Beswick, Kim Appelt, Aspen Appelt, Victoria Webster, Suzanne Rogers

Eileen Rogers, Livvy ALI, Amanda Henderson, Julia Ali, Marina Bournas, Hughene Acheson, Esther O’Brien, Christina Smith, Mike Chalut, Brittany Keenan, Tyler Chalut, Banu Karan, F: Lyla Rae AL

Banu Karan

Christina Smith

Jeff Goraieb, Greg Ryckman, Christine Mieczkowski, Matt Barasch

Mike and Tyler Chalut

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