Charity Fashion Evening with Smart Works Reading – Catwalk, Style Talk and Exclusive Shopping

Join us and Smart Works Reading for a fabulous evening of fashion and style at the stunning Taplow House Hotel on 7^th February 2025.

Open from 6:30pm, you can enjoy the incredible ‘Sale Rail’ from Smartworks Charity, who every year are donated some really gorgeous clothes (by retailers), shoes and accessories, and some still with their tags on – so you could pick up some amazing bargains! PLUS we are also thrilled to say they will also be joined by some other local retailers who are all female led businesses: South of the river boutique – @southoftheriver.co.uk; Augustine Jewels @augustinejewels and Cape Cove @cape.cove.

From 7:30pm, after drinks and canapes, you’ll be treated to a fashion showcase and style talk hosted by stylist and Smart Works Reading Trustee, Patsy Dhir. * until 8:15pm when you can shop again!

On the catwalk will be a curated selection of independent, female-founded UK brands as well as sustainable fashion from Smart Works’ rails. And if you’re inspired by what you see, there’s also the opportunity to shop the collections on the night, plus there’s chance to win amazing prizes on the Smart Works Magic Tree and raffle.

*Patricia Dhir is a professionally qualified personal stylist and colour expert and TV presenter on the style chanel.

GOLD MEMBERS OFFER – Bring 3 friends and you will come for free!  (Book the ticket Gold Member Group Ticket for 4)

Smart Works Reading is an amazing local charity that provides unemployed women with the clothing, coaching and confidence they need to succeed in interviews and get the job. Women are referred to Smart Works by Job Centres, mental health charities, women’s refuges, homeless shelters, the prison service and care and youth organisations.

Since opening in 2015, Smart Works Reading has helped 1,780 women across Berkshire succeed at their job interviews. At the core of their charity sits an Interview Dressing and Preparation Service designed to help their clients feel the best version of themselves before their interviews. Every woman who comes to Smart Works Reading receives a complete outfit, free of charge and hers to keep, as well as a one-to-one interview coaching session. They are proud that 69% of clients get a job within a month of their appointment.

The time their clients spend with them can be transformative. They give women the confidence, the self-belief and the practical tools they require to succeed in securing a job and start a new chapter in their life.

They are a small but passionate team of over 70 volunteers and trustees who help deliver the vital service. 

By attending, you are supporting Smart Works Reading’s mission to empower local women in their careers. Plus you might just win one of their fantastic prizes!