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Bra Couture KC

April 1st was the date for Bra Couture KC, formerly known as Art Bra KC, at Signature Flight Support. Breast cancer survivors walked the runway in beautiful art bras. Proceeds support uninsured/underinsured cancer patients in Our Town.

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 Sydney Scott walked the runway in honor of 2016 model, Angie Wieskamp, who recently lost her life to breast cancer.
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Laura Saavedra Kobak enjoyed a special round of applause on the runway.
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Jen Barchers wore a Kansas City Royals’ art bra that was signed by many of the championship players.
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Dr. Lori Lindstrom Leifer was escorted by Baby Jay on the runway.
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Kansas City firemen Matt Perrin and Nick Silvio flanked Jen Barchers.

Additional photos featured in the May 14th issue of The Independent

 

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