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Investing in Potential: Highlights from the AIM Employability Event
Dress for Success Greater London had the privilege of attending the AIM Employability Event, hosted at The Warren in Bromley. Organised by the London Borough of Bromley, Children, Education and Families – and supported by @LinkinBromley – this initiative aimed to connect Children Looked After and Care Leavers with meaningful education, training and employment opportunities. Throughout the day, it was clear just how impactful this work is. Young people explored resources, made
Jul 91 min read


Power of Women Awards Featured on the Cover of London Business Matters
At Dress for Success Greater London, we are proud to celebrate a powerful milestone: our Founder and Chair, Juanita Ingram, was recently featured on the cover of London Business Matters magazine alongside broadcast legend Kate Garraway. This recognition shines a spotlight on the 2025 Power of Women Awards—a signature event that has grown into a global celebration of women’s leadership, inclusion, and impact. Now in its eighth year, the Power of Women Awards was created to hon
May 232 min read


Celebrating International Women’s Day with Edwin Coe LLP & Dress for Success Greater London
A huge thank you to Edwin Coe LLP for hosting a fantastic morning drop-in session in support of Dress for Success Greater London and International Women’s Day 2025! It was a morning filled with networking, empowerment, and invaluable insights, bringing together professionals committed to uplifting women in the workforce. We are especially grateful for the informational session and clothing drive, which will directly impact the women we serve, helping them step into new opport
Mar 61 min read


DFSGL Chair Delivers a Message for 2024 Year of Growth
Greetings, ​ As the Founder and Chair of Trustees for Dress for Success Greater London, I am thrilled to share the remarkable progress and developments within our organization. Your unwavering support continues to drive our mission forward, empowering us to make a significant impact in the lives of women across our community. ​ Since our relaunch in 2015, Dress for Success Greater London has served over 11,000 women, helping them to regain employment and achieve economic inde
May 3, 20241 min read


SHEIN to Partner with Dress For Success for Capsule Curve Collection
As part of its commitment to empower women in the workplace, SHEIN is proud to continue its long term partnership with Dress For Success Greater London with a dedicated curve collection. The SHEIN X Dress For Success Greater London capsule curve collection has been expertly curated by Hello! The 23-piece collection has been meticulously designed to flatter curvy women, with all pieces available in sizes 16-24. With SHEIN'S support, Dress For Success Greater London is able to
Oct 29, 20232 min read


Celebrating Girl Power!
We're celebrating the undeniable strength and potential of girls on this International Day of the Girl Child. It's a day that aims to address the challenges girls face globally, and promotes their rights and empowerment. We’re thrilled to spotlight our visionary founder, Juanita Ingram, and our inaugural Youth for Success Ambassador, her dynamic 15 year old daughter, Kinsley Ingram (3rd Culture Kid and star of Amazon Prime hit The Expats International Ingrams . Kinsley devote
Oct 12, 20231 min read


Empowering Women Through Fashion: SHEIN Partners with Dress for Success Greater London
Dress for Success Greater London is thrilled to announce its partnership with SHEIN, the global fashion brand known for its trendy and affordable collections. As a charity whose mission is to provide the resources to help women succeed in the workforce, SHEIN’s dedication to uplift and empower women is perfectly aligned.  This powerful partnership aims to provide both financial support and a versatile clothing range, ensuring every woman has access to outfits that communicat
Oct 4, 20231 min read


Smiling for Success: Dress for Success Greater London Announces Partnership with Smile Direct
Dress for Success Greater London is delighted to announce that it has partnered with the international teledentistry platform, SmileDirectClub, to work with a group of women who want to improve their teeth and start smiling confidently. To mark this partnership, SmileDirectClub is giving free treatments to the group, complementing the work of Dress for Success Greater London. As part of the dental treatment, clear aligners will be used in a process mapped out by a UK-register
Dec 9, 20222 min read


Congratulations to our Founder & Chair for making HISTORY!
Our Founder and Board Chairwoman made history as the first Black woman to win the title of Mrs. Universe. She will spend her reigning year bringing focus to Dress for Success, in particular the Greater London and Chattanooga affiliates, where she is Founder and Board Chair. Juanita is a wife, mother of two, and is the Founder and CEO of Purpose Productions Inc., a 501(c)3 women-led production company with a mission of creating content that celebrates authentic BIPOC narrative
Dec 9, 20222 min read


Honouring Her Majesty the Queen
All of us at Dress for Success Greater London are incredibly saddened to hear of the passing of Her Majesty the Queen. We offer our deepest condolences to the Royal Family and pay tribute to the Queen’s unprecedented contribution to the country and the world. Throughout her 70 years of exceptional service, the Queen demonstrated an unsparing, and Her Majesty provided inspiring support and encouragement to staff, volunteers, and trustees throughout the charity sector. Her gene
Sep 15, 20221 min read


Award-Winning Actor Scarlett Johansson Joins Dress for Success® Worldwide as a Global Ambassador
Dress for Success Worldwide, the leading global nonprofit employment resource for women, announced today that award-winning actor Scarlett Johansson will become a global ambassador for the organisation. Johansson and her newly launched skincare brand, The Outset, will add their voices and support to Dress for Success Worldwide in its mission to help women achieve economic independence. As a long-term advocate for women’s empowerment, Johansson will help raise awareness for th
Mar 9, 20222 min read


Celebrating the Holidays with Paul Wharton
Dress for Success Greater London is proud to announce a special festive event with Ambassador Paul Wharton, who brought along some of his friends to bring a message of holiday cheer! Joined by Board Chair and Founder, Juanita Ingram, the holiday special highlighted the work we do at Dress for Success Greater London. Other guests included Vanessa Williams, who shared a beautiful message of solidarity and encouragement to the women of Dress for Success. Thanks Vanessa and Paul
Dec 24, 20211 min read


Power Gala 2021
Many gathered for an evening of fun and fundraising at the inaugural 2021 Power Gala, held at the Hippodrome Casino. The evening was a chance for us to celebrate our clients’ success, supporting our mission to empower women to achieve economic independence.  The fabulous evening included a red carpet, music, dinner, silent and live auctions, goodie bags and lots more! Among those in attendance were Good Morning Britain host Ben Shepard and his wife, Annie, along with former
Dec 24, 20211 min read


Founder and Board Chairwoman Receives NAACP Image Award
Founder and Board Chairwoman of Dress for Success Greater London Juanita Ingram was honoured this month, receiving the 2021 Ruby Hurley Ambassador NAACP Image Award in recognition of her work to empower others globally, presented by the National President and CEO of the NAACP, Attorney Derrick Johnson. Juanita stated, It is an honour to receive an NAACP Image Award and to be recognised for taking up the torch as an ambassador for change and equality. I pray that my work has a
Dec 1, 20211 min read


Conde Nast LUXE Magazine Feature
We are thrilled to announce that Dress for Success Greater London Founder and Chair, Juanita Ingram, has been featured in LUX magazine. In the article, Juanita traces the development of our charity, highlighting the need for our services against a backdrop of economic uncertainty. Read the article in full here . In an interview with LUX magazine, Juanita Ingram reflects on the founding of Dress for Success Greater London.
Feb 4, 20211 min read


Thank You, Insurance Breakfast Club
We are delighted to have been chosen by Katherine Bryant to be the nominated charity for the Insurance Breakfast Club . We would like to say a huge thank you to Katherine and the Insurance Breakfast Club, who share our mission to empower women to thrive. With their support, we can help more women in London to build brighter futures for themselves. In the video below, our Founder and Chair, Juanita Ingram, explains our mission and impact.
Jun 26, 20201 min read


Woman Magazine Feature
We are thrilled to have been featured in Woman magazine and labelled as ‘ the charity helping women revive their careers’. We very much appreciate the support from Woman magazine, and are grateful for them for showcasing just some of the amazing women we have helped. We are extremely proud of each and every one of them.
Jun 9, 20201 min read


L&L Styling Launches at DfSGL Kensington
L&L Styling launched their business with a styling event, in partnership with Dress for Success Greater London. Guests received styling tips and got the chance to support us by purchasing some of the clothes on display. Music was provided by a fantastic Spanish guitarist. Events like these create a platform where women can stand in solidarity, supporting Dress for Success Greater London and having fun at the same time. L&L Styling are valued volunteers of Dress for Success G
Apr 16, 20191 min read


Thank You, Marina Rinaldi!
On 9 April 2019, Marina Rinaldi hosted a clothing drive in aid of Dress for Success Greater London at the Marina Rinaldi Townhouse in Mayfair, London. The evening included the launch of the children’s book, Marina and the Frog ,  created for Marina Rinaldi. Donations from sales of the book that evening were kindly donated by the author, Joana Baptista. Guests mingled and the atmosphere was warm and informal, with a great number of donations having been received. Our thanks g
Apr 11, 20191 min read


eBay Partnership & Elle Feature
We were thrilled to have the support of eBay for Charities for International Women’s Day. eBay donated 10% from purchases from the eBay Brand Outlet, which features a range of leading brands. Workwear Tips from the Experts The partnership featured in ELLE, with four fashion editors choosing the outfits that most inspire them at work. We've selected some the sagest advice for you below. Digital Editor, Natasha Bird, says she opts for power suiting, pairing these androgynous de
Mar 1, 20192 min read
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