Winter 2025

180 C A R M E L M A G A Z I N E • W I N T E R 2 0 2 5 ~ THE P EN I NS U L A S C ENE ~ Alliance on Aging 2024 Trashion Show Gina DeFranco, April Garcia, Anna Garcia Photos by Kelli Uldall T he Alliance on Aging’s annual Trashion Show celebrates creativity, sustainability and community spirit as designers transform recycled materials into striking, runway-ready fashion.This vibrant fundraising event supports essential services for Monterey County seniors while showcasing imaginative eco-designs. Guests enjoy an inspiring blend of style, purpose and environmental awareness, making the Trashion Show a meaningful tradition. Nicki Pasculli, MJ Donohue, Mary Brusuelas Nan Heflyn, Jerry Traynor Elizabeth & Daniel Corona, Lupe Ruvalcaba, Marie Ruvalcaba Heather Gardner, Sygale Lomas, Cynthia Maloney Christian Belmonte, Marisa Herrera, Mary Mosqueda Helen Staten, Bobbie Blakeney Jonathan Brooks, Sunny Underwood, Nick DiNieri Valentia Piccinini, Evan Snider, Bettye Saxon, Nancy Scheid Debbie Basham, Nancy Hoeft, Alexea Berchem, Martha Onasch Lynda Johnson, Mary & Jim Riedel, Jeannine & Bill Crossland, Judy & RickWentworth Miguel Vazquez, Regina Gage Nicole Gillott, Sandy Vasquez LaVonne & Gordon Chin Carlos & Gabriella Forte Photos: Kelli Uldall