The first items from Meghan Markle’s Smart Works collection have been revealed – so it’s time to update your work wardrobe for a good cause.
The capsule collection is a partnership between the Duchess, retailers and Smart Works, a charity which helps long-term unemployed and vulnerable women regain the skills and confidence to succeed at job interviews and return to employment. Its aim is to dress 3,500 women for interviews this year.
The Duchess announced her partnership with M&S, John Lewis and Jigsaw – as well as her friend, the designer Misha Nonoo – in her guest editor column for
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Meghan Markle To Launch Capsule Collection In M&S, John Lewis And Jigsaw “For each item purchased by a customer, one is donated to charity,” Markle explained. “Not only does this allow us to be part of each other’s story, it reminds us we are in it together.”
Here are some of the pieces from the collection. Shift Dress, M&S, £19.50The collection includes a £19.50 shift dress available in black, blue and red – now on sale at M&S. The Smart Set Dress is designed to become a staple in your autumn wardrobe that can work beyond the season and into winter with tights.
“Cut from crepe that handily doesn’t require ironing, the shift shape flatters your figure with its clean and simple lines,” the M&S description reads.
Buy the dress online here.Tote Bag, John Lewis & Partners, £109A tote bag available in tan and black has also been launched as part of the collection. “The generously sized bag has an open-top design with plenty of room to fit whatever you need to get you through the working day,” the product description reads.
“There is a large slip pocket on the exterior of the bag, while inside, the fully lined interior benefits from two phone-sized slip pockets, one card slot and a zipped pocket so that you can keep your valuables organised and to hand.
“With two shoulder straps as well a detachable and adjustable crossbody strap, the bag is easy to carry in whatever way suits you best.”
Buy the bag online here.
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