The Queen's Daughters Invites You To Our 73rd ANNUAL
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Doors open at 10:30 a.m.
Please note our new venue:
TRIPLE CROWN PAVILION
1780 Plantside Dr., Jeffersontown, KY 40299
RESERVATIONS CLOSED
THE CITY’S LONGEST RUNNING FASHION SHOW
The Queen’s Daughters Fashion Show, Louisville's longest-standing fashion event since 1953, has evolved from a modest gathering into a vibrant fundraiser showcasing men, women, and children from local parishes, along with the 2025 Ms. Kentucky. Don’t miss the community-focused raffles, exciting prizes, and the 73rd annual celebration of this beloved tradition!
In the News
Fashion Show Highlight on WAVE3
The Queen’s Daughters recently previewed the 73rd Annual Fashion Show and Luncheon during a special appearance on WAVE. Fashion Show Chair Nannette Mershon joined former Miss America Heather French Henry and 2026 Miss Kentucky Ariana Rodriguez to highlight this beloved Louisville tradition. Watch the interview!
RAFFLES, BASKETS, & A LITTLE BIT OF LUCK
Support the Queen’s Daughters mission with our raffle prizes and Basket Bonanzas, featuring 4 exciting raffles and 10 beautifully themed baskets! Whether or not you’re able to attend the Fashion Show and Luncheon, you can still participate in the fun and help fund scholarships and programs that support our mission.
RAFFLE PRIZES
![#1 • [Day At The Downs] Raffle Chance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618dbeeee239d93689d8a78f/5d527c17-d5f1-4301-a160-dbffd703912c/R-%231-Downs-ProductThumb-2026-FashionShow-QD-01.jpg)
Enjoy a day in the Jockey Club Suites for 24 people. Includes a $500 food & drink allowance. Est. value $1,500.
![#2 • [Pamper Me Package] Raffle Chance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618dbeeee239d93689d8a78f/292d5666-4977-472b-8352-7f8049888ad6/R-%232-Spa-ProductThumb-2026-FashionShow-QD-01.jpg)
Relax, refresh, and indulge in a little well-deserved self-care with this luxurious collection of spa and beauty experiences. From soothing massages to rejuvenating facials and polished finishing touches, this package offers plenty of ways to unwind and feel your best.
Enjoy gift cards to Calospa, SKYN Lounge, Clique Boutique, Bodhi Salt Mind and Body Balance Center, Apex Massage, Knead Massage, and Majestic Nails & Spa. Est. value $1,500.
![#3 • [NULU Weekend Getaway] Raffle Chance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618dbeeee239d93689d8a78f/8a5ba67f-7665-44c6-957d-bae2656bd9b5/R-%233-Hotel-ProductThumb-2026-FashionShow-QD-03.jpg)
Enjoy a two-night stay at NULU’s Hotel Genevieve with a $100 gift card to Bar Genevieve and a $500 gift card to Dillard’s. Est. value $1,000.
![#4 • [Purse & Prizes] Raffle Chance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618dbeeee239d93689d8a78f/1dfb96a1-41fa-42e6-89da-2f518fec010e/R-%234-Purse-ProductThumb-2026-FashionShow-QD-04.jpg)
Enjoy a beautiful purse stuffed with $1,000 worth of gift cards. Est. value $1,000.
BASKET BONANZA - $5 PER CHANCE
![#1 • [Dine Around] Basket Bonanza Chance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618dbeeee239d93689d8a78f/d8d6b118-b742-44ed-8803-402b10571731/B-%231-DineAround-ProductThumb-2026-FashionShow-QD-01.jpg)
Dine at Louisville’s top restaurants and enjoy a true culinary adventure around the city. This deliciously fun basket includes gift cards to Volare, ROC, Le Relais, Texas Roadhouse, Ramsi’s Café on the World, and Mesh. Perfect for date nights, celebrations, or simply treating yourself to great local dining. Est. value $400.
![#2 • [Lee's Famous Chicken] Basket Bonanza Chance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618dbeeee239d93689d8a78f/665da54e-1a52-40c7-98dc-2eb76ee51087/B-%232-Lees-ProductThumb-2026-FashionShow-QD-01.jpg)
Host a tasty party with a $250 gift card to Lee’s Famous Chicken and a $40 gift card to Plehn’s Bakery. Est. value $290.
![#3 • [Kentucky Lottery Scratch Off] Basket Bonanza Chance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618dbeeee239d93689d8a78f/4e689efc-81e1-41c2-b2be-57966712c861/B-%233-KYLottery-ProductThumb-2026-FashionShow-QD-01.jpg)
Win big with a basket full of Kentucky-lucky chances. Est. value $250.
![#4 • [Garden Cart] Basket Bonanza Chance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618dbeeee239d93689d8a78f/d354f14e-0244-4394-8d22-35869591a305/B-%234-Garden-ProductThumb-2026-FashionShow-QD-01.jpg)
Spring planting is a breeze with this garden-themed basket, generously sponsored by the Assumption High School Alumnae. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just getting your hands dirty for the first time, this collection has everything you need to get growing.
Enjoy a gift card to Frank Otte Nursery & Garden Center, beautiful Kaleidoscope kinetic yard art, and a convenient Lawn Buddy planter cart to keep your tools and flowers within reach. The basket also includes assorted flower bulbs, a pre-potted planter, potting soil, gardening gloves, gardener’s hand soap, fun seed-packets puzzle, and more! Est. value $400.
![#5 • [Spoil The Kids] Basket Bonanza Chance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618dbeeee239d93689d8a78f/2796f3dc-74b8-4c6a-883c-be2804902f50/B-%235-SpoilKids-ProductThumb-2026-FashionShow-QD-01.jpg)
Treat the kids with this adventure-packed basket. From thrilling rides to outdoor excitement and hometown attractions, there’s something for every young explorer to enjoy.
Enjoy tickets to Perfect North Slopes, Louisville Bats, Holiday World, the Louisville Zoo, Kentucky Kingdom, and the Frazier History Museum. Est. value $350.
![#6 • [Kentucky Derby At Home Party] Basket Bonanza Chance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618dbeeee239d93689d8a78f/951540ca-a5b7-44c9-9a5c-f7b590945edc/B-%236-Derby-ProductThumb-2026-FashionShow-QD-01.jpg)
Host your own winning celebration at home with this festive Derby-themed basket. Filled with classic touches and party essentials, it is perfect for gathering friends and family to enjoy one of Louisville’s most cherished traditions.
The basket features a charming white wicker picnic basket, a colorful jockey silk door hanger, a hammered metal horse head pitcher, and a Derby edition bottle of Woodford Reserve. You will also enjoy a traditional mint julep cup, Derby glasses, a jockey silk with fleur-de-lis ornament, and a beautiful fascinator donated by Derby Designs.
To make hosting even easier, the basket includes a $100 Kroger gift card and plenty of fun party accents such as cocktail napkins, Derby coasters, Derby cups, and other festive accessories to help set the scene for a stylish race-day celebration.
Basket hosted by Judge Jessica Moore and Mary Lou Meyer. Est. value $350.
![#7 • [Bourbon Bliss] Basket Bonanza Chance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618dbeeee239d93689d8a78f/5d03130c-5229-4584-a402-dbdd41018ddf/B-%237-Bourbon-ProductThumb-2026-FashionShow-QD-01.jpg)
A smooth selection of bourbons curated for the bourbon lover.
Basket hosted by Sacred Heart Academy Alumnae. Est. value $400.
![#8 • [Wine] Basket Bonanza Chance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618dbeeee239d93689d8a78f/025ad2db-07ec-45de-b698-dd0538a88876/B-%238-Wine-ProductThumb-2026-FashionShow-QD-01.jpg)
A baker’s dozen of red and white wines.
Basket hosted by Presentation Academy Alumnae. Est. value $350.
![#9 • [Huber's Dinner and Winery] Basket Bonanza Chance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618dbeeee239d93689d8a78f/bd4ef0ba-a06c-4322-8c8c-a65115debc9f/B-%239-Hubers-ProductThumb-2026-FashionShow-QD-01.jpg)
Dinner for eight at Joe Huber’s Restaurant and a wine tasting for eight at Huber’s Winery.
Basket hosted by Angela Merici Alumnae. Est. value $500.
![#10 • [Get Away] Basket Bonanza Chance](https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/618dbeeee239d93689d8a78f/cac49993-a5a6-42f3-8dc3-f0a1c37df2fb/B-%2310-GetAway-ProductThumb-2026-FashionShow-QD-01.jpg)
Plan your next escape with this travel-inspired basket featuring memorable experiences at favorite Kentuckiana destinations.
Enjoy a glamping experience at Progress Park, a dinner and performance for two at Derby Dinner Playhouse, and a one-night stay at Crowne Plaza Louisville. The basket also includes two Ark Encounter Bounce Passes and a getaway package to Caesars Southern Indiana featuring a one-night stay along with meal and gaming coupons.
Basket hosted by Lois Obert, Queen’s Daughters member. Est. value $500.
All raffle and basket bonanza orders must be placed by April 8th, you do not need to be present to win. Chances will also be available for purchase at the event.
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Join us for the Queen’s Daughters 73rd annual Fashion Show and Luncheon, Louisville’s longest-standing fashion event, proudly celebrating style and community since 1953.
Your ticket includes lunch and an afternoon filled with fashion, fellowship, and fundraising in support of our mission.
Triple Crown Pavilion
Doors open at 10:30 a.m.
A bar will be available (credit cards only).
Arrive early to browse and take your chances on 4 exciting raffles and 10 beautifully themed baskets. Chances may be purchased online through April 8, and will also be available for purchase at the show.
Reservations must be made by March 27th!
A convenience fee has been added to this order.
DON’T MISS THE SPRING’S MOST STYLISH EVENT!
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Doors open at 10:30 a.m.
TRIPLE CROWN PAVILION
1780 Plantside Dr., Jeffersontown, KY 40299
TICKETS:
$65 per Person • $800 per Patron Table
Reservations much be made by March 27th.
RESERVATIONS CLOSED
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
A Special Thank You to Dillard’s and Triple Crown Pavilion
QUEEN OF HEARTS SPONSOR
SILVER SPONSORS
Julia Carstanjen
Lerman Foundation
Mary Mershon Reisert
Senn Collision Repair Company
BRONZE SPONSORS
Carol Hebel
DFH Heating and Cooling
Joseph E. Ratterman & Sons Funeral Home
Korfhage Floor Covering
Knights of Columbus Assumption Council
Mackin Family Foundation
Ratterman Brothers
Ratterman & Sons Funeral Home
Republic Bank
Reliable Asphalt Products
Stock Yards Bank & Trust
ADDITIONAL DONORS
Amber Scarborough
Ann Ecker Dreisbach
Apex Massage
Ark Encounter
Bodhi Salt Center
Bourbon Barrel Foods
Calospa
Caesars Southern Indiana
Churchill Downs
Cincinnati Reds
Clique Boutique
Crowne Plaza
Derby Designs by Michelle
Derby Dinner Playhouse
Frazier History Museum
Glamping at Progress Park
Holiday World
Hotel Genevieve
Huber Winery
Joe Huber’s Family Farm & Restaurant
Kelley Construction
Kentucky Horse Park
Kentucky Kingdom
Kentucky Lottery
Knead Massage
Lee’s Famous Recipe Chicken
Le Relais
Louisville Bats
Louisville Zoo
Majestic Nails
Mark Hyland, Hyland Financial
Mesh Restaurant
Mike Kenny, State Farm Insurance
Missy’s Valet Service
Perfect North
Plehn’s Bakery
Ramsi’s Cafe On The World
Roc Restaurant
Shady Rays
Skyn Lounge
Steve Mershon
Susan’s Florist
Texas Roadhouse
Ursuline Sisters
Volare Italian Ristorante
PARISH DONORS
Annunciation
Ascension
Cathedral of Assumption
Holy Family
Holy Spirit
Holy Trinity
Our Lady of Lourdes
St. Agnes
St. Albert the Great
St. Aloysius
St. Bernadette
St. Brigid
St. Frances of Rome
St. James
St. John Paul II
St. Leonard
St. Louis Bertrand
St. Margaret Mary
St. Michael
St. Patrick
St. Rita
St. Raphael
73 YEARS AND COUNTING
1953
The first fashion show featured Junior and Senior members alongside eight children modeling for Durand’s and Emory’s stores. A mink stole raffle, Christmas Shoppe, and Spring Fashion Show raised $1,724.80 with extensive media coverage.
1954
The Fashion Show raised $1,305.23.
1955
Byck’s hosted the show, netting $1,317.34.
1957
Selman’s presented "Fashion Kaleidoscope," achieving record ticket and raffle sales to support Our Lady’s Home.
1959
Stewart’s "Spring Holiday" Fashion Show featured professional models.
1961
"Derby Fashion Entries" included desserts, a Derby Box, and a $100 gift certificate from Stewart’s as the grand prize.
1962
The first joint Queen’s Daughters and Juniors’ show, "Stars of Fashion," showcased Hollywood-inspired gowns and raised funds for Our Lady’s Home. Stewart’s became a recurring partner.
1963
"Destination Derby Town" featured models in 1875-inspired styles and evolving modes of transportation.
1964
Expanded to three shows, “The World in Fashion” included two luncheons, a continental breakfast, and a raffle for a trip to the New York World’s Fair.
1965
In celebration of the Golden Anniversary, "Golden Reflections" included a $500 prize and marked a monumental effort in decorations and hosting.
1966
Expanded to four shows at the Executive Inn with two brunches and two luncheons, making it the most profitable event to date.
2019
Dillard's began their sponsorship of the Fashion Show.
2020
The only year the Fashion Show was canceled, because of the Covid epidemic.
2025
Raised over $69,000 to donate scholarships for students to attend Catholic high schools in the Louisville area.
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What a day! Our annual fashion show was a resounding success! With over 400 guests in attendance and 30 stunning models …