Archmere seniors and their families gathered at the DuPont Country Club to celebrate our Class of 2026 and support local shops and businesses that loan seniors clothes to model for the Annual Senior Class Fashion Show. Both the students practiced choreographed dances and the raffle baskets and prizes created a day to remember for our senior class and a core memory.
As a day for the class to truly come together and celebrate, the Fashion Show remains a staple for Archmere’s seniors for years to come. The show’s legacy has lived on through the years and has been a key moment that the students look forward to. Isabella Alba ‘26, a member of the Morgans’ and Matthew’s Formal Wear group, says, “It was a fun day with my friends that I know I will look back on and appreciate as a senior year core memory.”
photo credit: Kennedy Harrington
From DuPont’s pro shop to Faded Moon, or Philadelphia Running Company to David’s Bridal, various small businesses and bigger-name brands contributed to the success of this memorable event. As a true community effort, Mr. Mengers and Mr. Sanna announced each store and group member, while seniors’ younger siblings acted as “sign girls” who showed each brand before the routines, senior parents helped to organize the event and choreograph dances, and almost every Archmere sport team generously donated a basket or item for the raffles.
Mrs. Kristi Naughter, mother of Quinn Naughter ‘26, has run the event for several years. “This year, the fashion show was especially meaningful to me as my youngest, Quinn, will be graduating. It has long been one of my favorite events as it is an opportunity to see our students take the stage and come together as a class. It also allows us to gather as a community to raise vital funds for our school. Being part of this amazing event helped me connect with other Archmere parents. It truly is a team effort only made possible with support from faculty, students, and parents. I encourage parents to get involved to ensure this tradition continues for years ahead!” Mrs. Naughter said.
Along with the dance numbers and seniors sporting their outfits down the runway, the silent auction and raffle items were also a huge hit. Claudia Koch ‘26 says, “It was really embarrassing listening to my dad bet for the graduation seats, as the high school boys egged him on to continue betting!” Between Archmere-themed speakers, DuPont personal training sessions, a whole baked goods table, and Phillies tickets, families eagerly participated in supporting the fashion shows’ many offerings.
Photo credit: Mrs. Murray (P ’26)
