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A night at the opera: Kansas City’s best fashion

By Kate Miller

katemiller@kcstar.com
Kelsey Hellebuyck of Kansas City bought her dress at an antique mall in the River Market. “It had no hanger appeal,” she said. “But I knew that on, it could be something. And it was really cool because it didn’t have a tag, so I know it’s very old.” Her style is all over the map, based on what she feels like wearing that day — “eclectic but with a classic twist.”
Kelsey Hellebuyck of Kansas City bought her dress at an antique mall in the River Market. “It had no hanger appeal,” she said. “But I knew that on, it could be something. And it was really cool because it didn’t have a tag, so I know it’s very old.” Her style is all over the map, based on what she feels like wearing that day — “eclectic but with a classic twist.” Roy Inman Special to the Star

When the Lyric Opera of Kansas City opened its season last weekend, Kansas Citians of all ages dressed to the nines at the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. We photographed some of the standouts in the Brandmeyer Great Hall before they headed in to their seats.

Some made their opera-viewing debuts at “Hansel and Gretel” (which closes Sept. 25), while others continued their tradition of opera season tickets. But one thing rang true among all: It was a fashion night to remember.

Our photos were shot by Roy Inman, with Lonnie Miller as his assistant. Thanks to stylist Lindsey Kupper and Lyric Opera publicity consultant Ellen McDonald for helping us spot fashions in the crowd.

This story was originally published September 23, 2016 at 7:00 AM with the headline "A night at the opera: Kansas City’s best fashion."

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