There is growing importance that corporations and nonprofits align strategically, work to identify mutually beneficial goals, and work in partnership to deliver transformational experiences [i.e. to employees, customers, other stakeholders] while meeting real nonprofit needs. I was overjoyed when I heard that Talbots and O, The Oprah Magazine were going to be working with Dress for Success. When I was in high school we did a volunteer program at Dress for Success.
On February 19, 2019, O, The Oprah Magazine and Talbots unveiled their fourth co-branded capsule collection benefiting Dress for Success. This year’s limited-edition collection is based on the ultra comfortable T- by Talbot’s line, celebrating life as its most casual. In ever-versatile black and white, and soft, move-with-you fabrics, the playful, relaxed spirit of the five-piece lie was designed to encourage self-care and make active women feel beautiful on the go. Thirty percent of the new proceeds from the collection will be donated to Dress for Success, an international not-for-organization that provides women with the tools they need to achieve economic independence.
Dress for Success® is an international not-for-profit organization that empowers women to achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, professional attire and the development tools to help women thrive in work and in life. Since starting operations in 1997, Dress for Success has helped more than 850,000 women work towards self-sufficiency.
The 2019 collection is featured in the March issue of O, The Oprah Magazine ,on newsstands now and online. From sporty ankle pants to a chic zip-up jacket, the collection is worn by Katy Mixon, Star of ABC’s American Housewife, Angela Manuel-Davis, Fitness Evangelist and Motivational Coach, Katie Lee, Co-Host of Food Network’s The Kitchen and Amber Riley, Actor and Singer.
O, The Oprah Magazine collection for Talbots is available in Misses, Petite, Plus and Plus Petite: The T by Talbots Tee, $59.50/$69.50; The T by Talbots Ankle Pant, $69.50/$79.50; The T by Talbots Jacket, $84.50/$99; The T By Talbots Sweater, $79.50/$89.50; The T by Talbots Maxi Dress, $89.50/$99.
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Starting February 19, shop our new exclusive O, The Oprah Magazine Collection for Talbots: 30% of net proceeds benefits Dress for Success. The 5 limited-edition, be-good-to-yourself pieces (part of our ultra-comfortable T by Talbots collection) are inspired by our belief that women should look and feel great on the go.
Bring in nearly new wear-to-work clothing February 28 – March 3
Monetary gifts to Dress for Success are welcome February 19 – March 31 in stores and online by visiting the Dress for Success website.
Tuesday, February 19th-March 31st: Collection on Sale
Tuesday, February 19th-Sunday March 31st: Monetary donations accepted online in stores nationwide
Thursday, February 28th-Sunday, March 3rd: Customer clothing and accessory donations accepted at all Talbots stores nationwide
Saturday, March 2nd-Spring-Style Shopping Party at Talbots stores nationwide. Where women nationwide can shop at 25% off (excluding the capsule collection), enjoy refreshments, and make donations to Dress for Success. Donations of nearly new office-appropriate attire will be accepted at any Talbots location from March 3 to March 6, while monetary donations will be accepted at the register of each store through April 3.