Thirteen-year-old Kamila Gomez was super stoked about the dark green, satin gown she snagged on Saturday. She was so thrilled with her ensemble that she decided to wear it right out of the church, complete with a matching tiara, jewel-encrusted clutch, and some killer high heels she picked out. As she strutted out of the church, Kamila couldn’t help but gush to The Post about how amazing she felt.
Free prom dress drives like this one have been popping up in Brooklyn for the past decade, giving girls the chance to rock formal dresses and accessories without breaking the bank. Giselle Acevedo, a proud mom, expressed her gratitude for the event, saying it made her daughter’s special day even more memorable. The event, hosted at Mount Sion Baptist Church, drew in girls from all over, with some even coming from neighboring states to find their dream dress.
Winnie’s Closet has been a beacon of hope for the community, offering free formalwear to girls in need since 2015. Led by the dynamic trio of Whynter “Winnie” Wallington-Taylor, her mother Sabrina Wallington-Taylor, and her goddaughter Isis Mitchell-Bey, the event has grown over the years, attracting more girls, volunteers, and donations. The team behind Winnie’s Closet works tirelessly to ensure that every girl who walks through their doors leaves feeling like a million bucks.
