Harper’s BAZAAR: This year marks the 17th Witchery White Shirt campaign. When do you first remember hearing about the campaign, and what was its impact on you?
Samantha Harris: I first heard about the campaign when I started shooting for Witchery several years ago. At the time I felt honoured to be asked because it is a cause that is in urgent need of funding to help provide an early detection solution.
HB: Have you or someone close to you been affected by ovarian cancer? If so, how has that shaped your perspective?
SH: I was discovered in a magazine model search when I was thirteen years of age. My relationship with the magazine continued for many years and I had the privilege of knowing one of the editors, Sarah McCarthy. Tragically, she passed away from ovarian cancer at the age of 38, only two years and six months after she was diagnosed. Her passing at such a young age and so quickly dramatically changed my perspective and made me realise how impactful this campaign is in raising funds for OCRF.
HB: How do you feel when you wear this year’s white shirt?
I am a lover of white shirts; it is a classic staple in every woman’s wardrobe. Wearing this shirt gives me a sense of purpose because I know it’s supporting a cause that truly matters. It’s not just clothing — it’s a statement, a contribution, and a reminder of the bigger picture.
MONTANA COX, model
Harper’s BAZAAR: What have you learned from being a part of the Witchery White Shirt campaign this year?
Montana Cox: “Being part of the Witchery White Shirt campaign has reinforced how powerful collective action can be in driving awareness and change. It’s a reminder that fashion is more than aesthetics, it’s also a platform for impact.
HB: Why do you think fashion is such a powerful vehicle for raising awareness about ovarian cancer?
MC: I think fashion commands attention and sparks conversation. A simple white shirt can transform into a statement that unites people and awareness in a way that feels accessible and personal.
HB: Have you or someone close to you been affected by ovarian cancer? If so, how has that shaped your perspective?
MC: My grandmother passed away from a type of ovarian cancer, and while I was just a baby at the time, I’ve seen how it has impacted my mother. Her experience has given me a deeper understanding of the importance of awareness, early detection, and supporting families facing this disease.
LANA WILKINSON, designer and founder
Harper’s BAZAAR: Why do you think fashion is such a powerful vehicle for raising awareness about ovarian cancer?
Lana Wilkinson: Fashion provides a powerful platform to not only raise awareness. but also to inspire change and action. It’s visually impactful, emotionally compelling, and accessible to everyone, making it an incredibly effective tool in the fight against ovarian cancer. I feel so proud to be part of the Witchery White Shirt and part of a brand campaign connecting people to a cause through a simple, everyday wardrobe staple.
HB: Have you or someone close to you been affected by ovarian cancer? If so, how has that shaped your perspective?
LW: I had a friend who was experiencing abdominal pain and bloating and like many of us, dismissed it as women’s issues and/or stress-related. It was only after encouragement from family and friends that she saw a doctor who detected ovarian cancer. Whilst she is now thriving, at the time, it was a stark reminder of how important our health and well-being are. Even though someone may seem wonderful one day, a diagnosis like ovarian cancer can change everything in an instant.
HB: Harper’s BAZAAR: How are you styling this year’s white shirt?
LW: My style is to add a little bit of glam and edge, so I’ll be styling my Viktoria & Woods for Witchery white shirt with a leather skirt or pants and pair back with statement heels and gold accessories.
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