Erikshjälpen's raffle of a unique silk dress was decided at the end of 2024. The dress was designed by Sofia Corneskog from Bankeryd and was worn by Sonja Aldén during six concerts. Now the winner has received her dress - and don't be surprised if it will be seen on stage again.
Actually, it was mom Madeleine who won the dress. But the one who will wear it in the future is her daughter Miranda Bergenkull Lorentzson from Gothenburg. In mid-January, Sofia Corneskog visited her to take measurements for the small adjustments that need to be made.
- I feel just like when I wore my wedding dress, a bit like a princess. It's very rare that you look this good. It feels incredibly luxurious and I'm so excited to wear it on stage," says Miranda as she tries on the dress.
Miranda is 32 years old and is studying to become a psychologist. She is a musical artist with a degree from the Ballet Academy in Stockholm. While studying, she keeps her showmanship alive and performs as much as she can.
- I'll probably wear the dress for more formal concerts, like when I sing in churches. It's so good that the top and skirt can be used separately, then you can dress down the dress if you want. I have a friend who will soon turn 40 and then I have thought of using only the skirt, but it might be the top too.
At the end of November, her mother Madeleine found out she was the winner and called Miranda straight away.
- My first thought was: How crazy, how can this even happen! Then I thought it was really cool. When my mom said she was going to give the dress to me, I asked if she was really sure. If she didn't want it instead. But my mom was sure that I would get it," says Miranda.
- She really wanted to do it for me and I am very grateful for that.
Over 380 people participated in the raffle of the dress and a total of 62,140 Swedish kronor (SEK) was raised for Erikshjälpen's work for children around the world.
Author: Johan Larsson.
Photographer: Lisa Carlbäck.
Published: 22 January 2025