The Style Soirée
A Celebration of Courage, Couture, and Circular Fashion

Join us for an unmissable afternoon of high fashion, heartfelt storytelling, and French-inspired flair at The Style Soirée — the signature fundraising event for the Kaha Sisters, a team of 12 incredible breast cancer survivors from Hawke’s Bay.

Held at the iconic Old Church in Meeanee on Saturday, 12 July 2025, this elegant runway event blends style and soul in support of something truly powerful: helping the Kaha Sisters reach the International Breast Cancer Dragon Boat Festival in France, 2026.

Why This Event Matters
Dragon boating is more than a sport — for these wāhine, it’s a vital part of breast cancer recovery. Proven to improve strength, reduce lymphoedema, and boost mental wellbeing, paddling has become a lifeline. This event helps fund their journey to compete on the global stage alongside over 4,500 survivors from 37 countries — a once-in-a-lifetime experience of connection, resilience, and international sisterhood. 

What to Expect
Step into an immersive fashion experience guided by stylist Lesley Leech of Raspberry Beret, showcasing pre-loved and reimagined looks that challenge every fashion rule — and prove that style has no age, shape, or barrier.

Runway Themes Include:
• The Little Black Dress – timeless reinvention
• Designer Dupes – luxury looks without the footprint
• Embellished Elegance – bold, radiant, one-of-a-kind

Eleven of our runway models are Kaha Sisters themselves — joined by other incredible wāhine — redefining beauty and bravery, one look at a time.

The Experience:
• A high-end runway show with curated circular couture
• French-inspired canapés, bubbles, and petit fours
• A live auction featuring luxury items, curated fashion, art, and accommodation packages
• An inspirational keynote from Korrin Barrett — a quadruple amputee, speaker, and absolute force
• Light-hearted hosting by the très fabulous “Jean-Paul Gaultier” and mysterious “Madame Vivienne Westwood” — expect wit, glamour, and unforgettable moments

Tickets are strictly limited

Come dressed to impress, ready to celebrate courageous beauty and support a cause with real impact. Every dollar raised brings the Kaha Sisters one stroke closer to France.

Vive la mode. Vive la force. Vives les Kaha Sisters!