Thursday, September 21, 2023, at 10:30 a.m.
The Post Oak Hotel Uptown Houston
1600 W Loop S, Houston, TX 77027
For additional details or information, please contact Kemah Blair-Flores
2023 Best Dressed Luncheon
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Photo credit: Priscilla Dickson Photography. Back row, left to right: Duyen Nguyen, Kristina Somerville, Tatiana Massey, and Kathryn Smith. First row, left to right: Roslyn Bazzelle Mitchell, Hallie Vanderhider – Hall of Fame, Dr. Julie Longoria Chen, Zane Carruth, and Sneha Merchant. Not pictured is Kelli Weinzierl.
The event kicks off with Neiman Marcus’ runway fashion presentation, which includes special recognition of Houston’s 10 best-dressed women—all leaders in philanthropy—who share March of Dimes commitment to serving local families.
Since its inception 41 years ago, the Best Dressed Luncheon has raised nearly
$15 million dollars to lead the fight for healthy moms and strong babies. Funds raised directly support local initiatives in several ways, including March of Dimes NICU Family Support® program that launched in 2022 at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital.
2023 Event Leadership
Please join us for the PaperCity Philanthropy in Fashion Best Dressed Luncheon and Neiman Marcus Runway Presentation benefiting March of Dimes
on Thursday, September 21, 2023, at
The Post Oak Hotel.
Luncheon Co-chairs: Kelley Lubanko, Stephanie Tsuru, and Kelli Weinzierl
Raffle Co-chairs: Bethany Buchanan, Kristen Collins, and Elia Gabbanelli
2023 Honorees
Hallie Vanderhider – Hall of Fame
Zane Carruth
Julie Longoria Chen
Tatiana Massey
Sneha Merchant
Roslyn Bazzelle Mitchell
Duyen Nguyen
Kathryn Sacco Smith
Kristina Somerville
Kelli Weinzierl
Best Dressed Luncheon Raffle
Neiman Marcus Shopping Spree
A fabulous $3,500 shopping spree
at Neiman Marcus
Best Dressed Luncheon 2024
$5,000 table for ten to the 2024 Best Dressed Luncheon
Neiman Marcus Sunglasses
Sunglasses for the seasons (four pairs) from Neiman Marcus
Lunch With Fashion
Lunch for 20 and fashion show
from Neiman Marcus
Neiman Marcus Valet Parking
Valet parking for one year at
Neiman Marcus
A Night At The Post Oak Hotel
A one-night weekend stay with valet parking and breakfast for two
Dinner For Four
The ultimate Thai culinary dining experience for four at Makiin
It’s Game Time
Houston Rockets game tickets for
two with parking pass, valid for the
2024 season
Date Night
Tickets for two to the John Mayer concert with parking pass on
October 30
Just For You
Perla LaBaroque jacket custom
made for you
All The Buzz
Free electricity for a year from
Reliant, up to $5,000
The Ultimate Staycation
A two-night weekend stay at
the Post Oak Hotel, dinner at
Mastro’s Steakhouse, and a BMW
for the weekend
Leather Is Forever
A leopard fringe leather shawl from Mexican fashion designer, Jose Sanchez
Purchase Raffle Tickets
Purchase tickets
Best Dressed Honoree Announcement Party
Thank you to our sponsors!
Presenting Sponsor
Media Partner
Fashion Partner
For more information, please contact Kemah Blair-Flores at 713-964-5431 or kblair-flores@marchofdimes.org.
March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We support research, lead programs, and provide education and advocacy so that every family can have the best possible start. Building on a successful 85-year legacy, we support every pregnant person and every family.
Support our mission
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Best Dressed Raffle Kickoff Reception
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$75 per ticket or $250 for a book of 6 tickets
Purchase tickets
View photos from the Best Dressed Honoree Announcement Party here!
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Please support March of Dimes through the purchase of raffle tickets for a chance to win fabulous raffle items. You don’t have to be present to win. $75 per ticket or $250 for a book of 6 tickets.
Neiman Marcus Shopping Spree
A fabulous $3,500 shopping spree at Neiman Marcus
Best Dressed Luncheon 2024
$5,000 table for ten to the 2024 Best Dressed Luncheon
Neiman Marcus Sunglasses
Sunglasses for the seasons (four pairs) from Neiman Marcus
Lunch With Fashion
Lunch for 20 and fashion show from Neiman Marcus
Neiman Marcus Valet Parking
Valet parking for one year at Neiman Marcus
A Night At The Post Oak Hotel
A one-night weekend stay with valet parking
and breakfast for two
It’s Game Time
Houston Rockets game tickets for two with parking pass, valid for the 2024 season
Date Night
Tickets for two to the John Mayer concert with parking
pass on October 30
Just For You
Perla LaBaroque jacket custom made for you
All The Buzz
Free electricity for a year from Reliant, up to $5,000
The Ultimate Staycation
A two-night weekend stay at the Post Oak Hotel, dinner at
Mastro’s Steakhouse, and a BMW for the weekend
Neiman Marcus hosted the 2023 Best Dressed Honorees Announcement Party on Tuesday, May 3, with honorees presented by PaperCity.
Please support March of Dimes through the purchase of raffle tickets for a chance to win fabulous raffle items.
You don’t have to be present win.
Neiman Marcus hosted the 2023 Best Dressed Honorees Announcement Party on Tuesday, May 3, with honorees presented by PaperCity.
Reception was hosted at Flora on Thursday, May 9.
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2022 Honorees pictured left to right: Kristy Bradshaw, Sippi Khurana, Michele Leal Farah, Gayla Gardner, Kelley Lubanko, Lauren Randle, Elia Gabbanelli, Brigitte Kalai, Crystal Wright, and Vicki West
Board Member Rachel Ragan and son, Amalia Stanton, and Anne Neeson, Children’s
Memorial Hermann Foundation
March of Dimes Volunteer Rosemary Schatzman with Tamara Thrasher-Cateni,
NICU Family Support Coordinator at Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital
2023 Raffle Co-chairs, Kristen Collins, Elia Gabbanelli, and Bethany Buchanan
Runway Sponsors
Anonymous
Bradshaw, Lubanko, Mohamed, Trevino
Brigitte and Bashar Kalai
Sippi and Ajay Khurana
Julie Chen and Friends
Susan Sarofim
Sue Smith
Kristina and Paul Somerville
Stephanie Tsuru
Hallie Vanderhider
Kelli and John Weinzierl
Premier Sponsors
Zane and Brady Carruth
Elia Gabbanelli
H-E-B
Benefactor Sponsors
Fabulous Friends of March of Dimes
Friends of Best Dressed
Lugano Diamonds - Kari Dagley
Tatiana and Craig Massey
Sneha and Nick Merchant
Duyen Nguyen
Jo Ann Petersen
Public Content
Reliant, an NRG Company
Stacey Lindseth and Friends
Vital Heart and Vein
Patron Sponsors
The Arts of Healing Foundation
Carrie Brandsberg-Dahl and Friends
Kristen Cannon
Rosangela Capobianco
Community Health Choice
Laura Davenport and Millette Sherman
Michele and George Farah
Friends of Sneha Merchant
Isela and Juan Garcia
Greenfield Midstream/Chris Coxon
Kirk Kveton and Daniel Irion
Vicki Luna
Partner
Additional Media Coverage
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Houston’s Best Dressed Gets a New Partner — PaperCity Joins Neiman Marcus, March of Dimes and Children’s Memorial Hermann For Top City Fundraiser
Houston’s Best Dressed of 2023 Reveal Brings the Fashionistas Out in Full Force — PaperCity Philanthropy in Fashion Makes a Splash
Best Dressed Raffle Kickoff Reception
Reception was hosted at Flora on Thursday, May 9.
Houston Best Dressed Photo Shoot Brings a World Class Photographer to Houston — Get an Early Sneak Peek at the Stunning Looks
Houston’s Best Dressed of 2023 Reveal Brings the
Fashionistas Out in Full Force — PaperCity Philanthropy
in Fashion Makes a Splash
Houston’s Best Dressed Gets a New Partner — PaperCity Joins Neiman Marcus, March of Dimes and Children’s Memorial Hermann For Top City Fundraiser
March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We support research, lead programs, and provide education and advocacy so that every family can have the best possible start. Building on a successful 85-year legacy, we support every pregnant person and every family.
DONATE
Support our mission
March of Dimes leads the fight for the health of all moms and babies. We support research, lead programs, and provide education and advocacy so that every family can have the best possible start. Building on a successful 85-year legacy, we support every pregnant person and every family.
Support our mission
DONATE
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Houston Best Dressed Photo Shoot Brings a World Class Photographer to Houston — Get an Early Sneak Peek at the Stunning Looks