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We’re here to support you every step of the way on your journey to employment and financial independence. Whether you’re preparing for a job interview, returning to the workforce, or looking to build your confidence and skills, our free services are designed to help you succeed. Explore the support available and take the next step toward your future with confidence.
How it works
Getting started with Dress for Success Victoria is simple. You can reach out to us directly or be referred by a support service, we welcome both. From there, we’ll connect you with the support that best suits your needs, whether that’s styling for an interview, career coaching, or building confidence for your next step. Our team will guide you through each stage, ensuring you feel prepared, supported, and ready to succeed.
What we can help with
Interview-ready clothing
We want you to feel confident while job searching and in your first weeks of employment. Our volunteers will help you select professional outfits suited to your style and role. You’ll receive two interview-ready outfits, and once you secure a job, you can return for three more to build a work-ready wardrobe.
Personal styling session
Our personalised styling sessions help you feel confident and prepared for life’s important moments. Beyond job interviews, we support starting university or TAFE, attending court, transitioning from incarceration, and preparing for events like graduations, funerals, and networking opportunities. Whatever the occasion, we’re here to help you show up feeling your best.
Job readiness
Meet one-on-one with an experienced HR and Recruitment Specialist volunteer for personalised job support tailored to your goals. Choose from resume, cover letter or LinkedIn profile reviews, or a mock interview. You’ll receive practical advice, industry insights, and constructive feedback to help you present your skills and experience with confidence.
Access to Career Hub
The Career Hub is an online portal for women across Australia, available 24/7 to support every stage of your career journey. IT offers tools, confidence and guidance to succeed, with on-demand resources and weekly live online workshops led by industry experts in a supportive environment.
Ongoing mentoring
Keeping a job can be a challenge for anyone. These programs focus on helping you stay employed and build strategies to support your ongoing professional growth. We aim to help you feel more stable in your career while strengthening your confidence and developing your skills for long-term success in the workplace.
TESTIMONIAL
“I almost didn’t attend the styling session because I lacked confidence but I’m so glad I did. I loved the autumn colours chosen for me and when I put on my new coat, it felt like a warm hug.”
Serena - Interview Dressing
Programs
Confidence to Career
Keeping a job can be a challenge for anyone. We provide programs that focus on helping you remain employed, providing you with strategies to nurture your professional growth. We want to ensure you feel more stable in your career and in your ability to develop your professional skills.
These programs address and eliminate the frustrating obstacles that may arise during a search for employment. Women meet regularly to support and encourage each other through building confidence, networking and discussing workplace-related topics. These meetings help participants stay motivated and optimistic.
MENTORING
Keeping a job can be a challenge for anyone. These programs focus on helping you stay employed and build strategies to support your ongoing professional growth. We aim to help you feel more stable in your career while strengthening your confidence and developing your skills for long-term success in the workplace.
Youth Confidence to Careers
Our school program helps final-year students and school leavers feel ready for the world of work. Through confidence coaching, personal styling, interview preparation, CV writing and grooming support, we give young women the practical tools to step into this important next stage with confidence.
REGIONAL POP-UPS
We take our services on the road, bringing clothing, volunteers and practical support to women across rural and regional Victoria. Through pop-up sessions delivered in partnership with local employment agencies, and virtual appointments that can be booked online, we make it easier for more women to access the support they need, wherever they live.
FAQ - How long do the styling sessions take?
FAQ - Do the services cost anything?
FAQ - Do I need to bring my own clothing?
FAQ - How can I make a clothing donation?
We’re grateful for your support. Clothing donations can be made in person at our boutique:
Shop 6/11 Station Street Mall
Frankston VIC 3199
FAQ - How can I make a financial donation?
Thank you for choosing to support women across Victoria. Simply select the Donate button on our website and follow the prompts.
Every contribution helps us continue providing practical support, confidence and opportunity to the women we serve.
FAQ - Are donations tax deductible?
Yes. All monetary donations to Dress for Success Victoria over $2 are tax deductible.
If you donate online, your receipt will be emailed to you. If you donate in person, you’ll receive a receipt at the time of your donation.
FAQ - Do you support men?
Dress for Success is focused on empowering women to achieve economic independence through professional clothing, career support, development opportunities and a strong network of encouragement.
At this stage, we are not able to provide services for men. We are, however, exploring ways to connect men with other organisations that may be able to offer appropriate support.
FAQ - What clothing and products do you accept?
We welcome contemporary workplace and casual clothing for women that is in very good or excellent condition.
We’re looking for items suitable for a range of workplaces, industries and personal styles, across a broad range of sizes. Shoes, handbags and accessories in very good or excellent condition are also greatly appreciated.
FAQ - How can I become a volunteer?
We welcome volunteers from all backgrounds, industries and skill sets.
Whether you can give your time, professional expertise or practical support, your contribution can help create meaningful change in the lives of Victorian women.
To learn more about volunteering with Dress for Success Victoria, email volunteering@dfsvic.org.
FAQ - My company would like to donate clothing or merchandise. How do we arrange this?
We’d love to hear from you.
Corporate donations are a valuable way to support the women who use our services. Please email info@dfsvic.org and our team can help you arrange your donation.
FAQ - Can you pick up my clothing donation?
At this stage, our resources don’t allow us to offer a collection service.
Clothing donations can be delivered to our boutique on Wednesdays between 10am and 3pm. We’re very grateful for every donation brought to us.
FAQ - How can I organise a clothing drive?
A clothing drive is a fantastic way to bring your workplace, community or network together while making a practical difference for women across Victoria.
To get started, please email info@dfsvic.org and our team will help you organise your drive.