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Parisian-Inspired Style Takes the Runway at the 2026 Fashion Luncheon With Alicia Silverstone

Estilo, Garden Room and St. Bernard brought runway looks to the annual fundraiser supporting the Austin Symphony Orchestra

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Leslie Ward, Laurée Moffett, Alicia Silverstone, Caren Burbach, Marsha Nichols and Cecilia Abbott. (Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)

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More than 400 guests gathered at Palmer Events Center on September 18 for the Women’s Symphony League of Austin’s 2026 Fashion Luncheon, Une Invitation à l’Élégance. Drawing inspiration from Parisian style and sophistication, the annual event celebrated fashion, philanthropy and Austin’s vibrant creative community while supporting the Austin Symphony Orchestra and its music education programs across Central Texas.

Actress, author and longtime wellness and environmental advocate Alicia Silverstone was this year’s featured guest. The actress, widely recognized for her role as Cher Horowitz in “Clueless,” joined attendees for an intimate VIP reception before participating in a lively onstage conversation as part of the luncheon program.

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Dyan Walters, Carrie Humphreys, Pam Bellin and Shannon Meroney. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)
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Elizabeth Rose, Jenn Bell, Katie Kaighin, Stephanie Wilson, Araminta Sellers, Anna Speir and Susan Douglas. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)
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Nikki Vargo, Cara Mathes, Lesley Hempfling and Karey Oddo. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)
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Laurée Moffett and Elizabeth Rose. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)
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Alicia Silverstone with WSL court. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)
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Wroe Jackson and Alicia Silverstone. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)
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Laurée Moffett, Alicia Silverstone and Corinne Moffett. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)
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Melissa Billman, Alicia Silverston and Amanda Pettitt. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)
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Sylvia Jabour, Linda van Bavel, Sarah Butler, Alicia Silverstone, Mary Ellen Borgelt and Susanne Tetzlaff. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)

Fashion and philanthropy

Fashion took center stage with a runway presentation produced by Sue Webber Productions, featuring looks from Estilo, Garden Room and St. Bernard. Members of the Women’s Symphony League Royal Court also joined the festivities, bringing together several of the organization’s most beloved traditions.

Guests arrived early to shop the Paris-inspired marketplace, mingle over cocktails and participate in the luncheon raffle, which featured a curated collection of Austin experiences, fashion, beauty and lifestyle packages.

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Runway looks from Estilo at the Women’s Symphony League of Austin’s 2026 Fashion Luncheon. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)
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Runway looks from St. Bernard at the Women’s Symphony League of Austin’s 2026 Fashion Luncheon. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)
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Members of the Women’s Symphony League of Austin’s Royal Court onstage at the 2026 Fashion Luncheon. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)
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Women’s Symphony League of Austin’s 2026 Fashion Luncheon. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)
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Runway looks from The Garden Room at the Women’s Symphony League of Austin’s 2026 Fashion Luncheon. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)
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Women’s Symphony League of Austin’s 2026 Fashion Luncheon. (Photo by Buster Jetter, Jetter Photography)

Co-chaired by Amanda Pettitt and Melissa Billman, the luncheon also celebrated honorary chairs Laurée Moffett and Corinne Moffett and Women’s Symphony League President Elizabeth Rose.

From the Parisian-inspired atmosphere and runway looks to Silverstone’s engaging conversation with attendees, the afternoon brought together fashion, community and philanthropy while highlighting the Women’s Symphony League’s continued commitment to music education across Central Texas.