Dress for Success Auckland

Dress for Success Auckland Dress for Success Auckland is a non-profit that helps women feel seen, valued, and supported. We value your trust and privacy.

We meet you at your point of need, whatever that is - appropriate clothing for interviews, work, study, court, housing, bank or school appointments. We meet you at your point of need, whatever that is, appropriate clothing for interviews, work, study, work experience, court, housing, bank or school appointments. We offer a safe, welcoming space to build confidence and resilience. You may reach us

at 09 377 2762 to book an appointment in our client boutique. FOR DONATIONS:
We are accepting financial and clothing (gently loved or new) donations. For monetary donations, please go to http://dressforsuccessauckland.org.nz/donations


We need more of the following in all sizes:

Work appropriate clothing
Casual clothes
Unopened mascara
Handbags
Toiletry items
Winter coats
Larger size shoes and boots

These can be dropped to either of our DFSA Showrooms:

1. Auckland Central Showroom
128 Khyber Pass Road, Grafton (access via driveway of 160 Grafton Road) Parking outside the door
Monday - Friday 10am - 1pm
Phone: 09 377 2762
Email: [email protected]

2. Auckland South showroom
12 Lambie Drive, Manukau
Monday - Friday 10 am - 1 pm
Phone: 0204 377 276
Email: [email protected]


Other donation drop off points:

1. CENTRAL
Regal Drycleaners Herne Bay
62 Jervois Road, Herne Bay
Ph: 09 520 6040
https://www.regaldrycleaners.co.nz/

2. WEST
US Hair Studio
1201 Great North Road, Pt Chevalier Arcade
Pt Chevalier
Ph: 09 846 0992
Closed Sunday and Monday. ZUBU Boutique
84 Main Road, Kumeu
Ph: 09 218 6064


3. NORTH SHORE
Milford
Maxwells Drycleaners
172 Kitchener Road, Milford
Ph: 028 460 4157


4. EAST
Meadowbank
Maxwell Drycleaners
Meadowbank Shopping Centre
35-47 St Johns Road
Ph: 028 460 4157

Notice the small things you’ve already done:The conversation you had.The boundary you set.The effort you made.Those mome...
23/06/2026

Notice the small things you’ve already done:

The conversation you had.
The boundary you set.
The effort you made.

Those moments count.

The Power of Questions: Building Professional PresenceIn this Dress for Success global online workshop, presented by Sus...
22/06/2026

The Power of Questions: Building Professional Presence

In this Dress for Success global online workshop, presented by Susan Miller, you will:

• Understand the power of open questions.
• Practise listening for understanding.
• Recognise strengths in yourself and others.
• Feel more confident bringing your authentic self and mana into conversations.

To join please register using the Zoom link here:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/VZPwy1XGREe7evk6RAgyHw

Who supported you in your career journey?Most of us can think of someone who encouraged us, opened a door, shared advice...
22/06/2026

Who supported you in your career journey?

Most of us can think of someone who encouraged us, opened a door, shared advice, or simply believed in us when we needed it most.

A mentor, manager, colleague, friend, teacher, or family member - those moments of support can shape confidence, careers, and futures in ways we never forget.

At Dress for Success, we see every day how powerful encouragement and connection can be for women navigating change, rebuilding confidence, or stepping into new opportunities.

Sometimes, one conversation can make all the difference.

We’d love to hear:
Who supported you in your career journey, and what impact did they have on you?

We're thrilled to welcome Ying Li as our guest speaker for an upcoming Dress for Success Auckland workshop - designed fo...
21/06/2026

We're thrilled to welcome Ying Li as our guest speaker for an upcoming Dress for Success Auckland workshop - designed for women navigating job search and career transitions in New Zealand.

With 15+ years of experience spanning recruitment agencies, corporate hiring, and career mentoring, Ying has sat on both sides of the interview table. She has partnered on talent acquisition with global organisations including ABB and large-scale recruitment projects involving Tesla-related initiatives, successfully placed hundreds of candidates, and supported job seekers at different stages of their career journey.

This practical, no-fluff session will take you inside the hiring manager's mind:

• What hiring managers are really evaluating, and it's not just your C
• Why being the "right fit" often matters more than being the "best on paper"
• First impressions: the micro-signals that shape decisions within the first few seconds
• Common mistakes that quietly reduce your chances
• How to show up authentically, confidently, and memorably

"Don't wait to be chosen - make NOT choosing you their loss."

Whether you're returning to the workforce, changing careers, or pursuing your next opportunity, this session offers real-world insights from someone who has reviewed countless applications and understands what can truly shift the odds in your favour.

In-person Workshop | Manukau
Saturday 4 July at 10am
Limited spaces - register now: https://dfsa.corsizio.com/event/6a1e05d2d34edf305ce29050

19/06/2026

We're thrilled to announce our new shop, Second Story DFSA, located on Level 2 at Westfield St Lukes!

Why is it called Second Story?

Because every garment has a second story.

Evolving from Judi's, you'll still find the same quality fashion, great brands, and prices that make sense. Every purchase continues to help fund Dress for Success Auckland programmes that empower women to thrive in work and in life.

Shop with purpose. Style with confidence.

❤️ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/second.story.dfsa/
❤️ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/second.story.dfsa/
❤️ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/.story.dfsa



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It’s wonderful to see the power of clothing and how it can change our whole mindset. We’re so happy you left us feeling ...
17/06/2026

It’s wonderful to see the power of clothing and how it can change our whole mindset. We’re so happy you left us feeling more confident Ottillie!

Programme Highlight: Our Mentoring Journey BeginsThere’s something powerful about being supported by someone who believe...
16/06/2026

Programme Highlight: Our Mentoring Journey Begins

There’s something powerful about being supported by someone who believes in your potential.

This week marks the beginning of a new mentoring journey for our participants, a space for connection, encouragement, growth, and possibility. Through shared experiences, guidance, and meaningful conversations, mentors and mentees will walk alongside each other as confidence grows and goals take shape.

Mentoring is more than career support. It’s about building trust, expanding perspectives, and reminding women they do not have to navigate change alone.

We are so excited to see the relationships, learning, and transformations that will unfold over the coming months.

A heartfelt thank you to the incredible mentors at EY and Dress for Success Auckland, who have generously stepped forward to support and empower wāhine in our community.

Mentoring Tip: Come Prepared to GrowA mentoring relationship can be powerful — and you don’t need to wait for your first...
15/06/2026

Mentoring Tip: Come Prepared to Grow

A mentoring relationship can be powerful — and you don’t need to wait for your first meeting to start learning.

Attend PushFar’s monthly, live mentoring training workshops, completely free to everyone. For both mentors and mentees, their mentoring training workshops are one-hour long and train both mentors and mentees in mentoring best-practice.

Because mentoring works best when both mentor and mentee show up ready to learn.

https://www.pushfar.com/mentoring-training/

Everyone’s journey looks different.You might be starting again, building confidence, or preparing for your next opportun...
14/06/2026

Everyone’s journey looks different.

You might be starting again, building confidence, or preparing for your next opportunity.

Wherever you are, Dress for Success is here to support you at your pace.

When you are ready, we are here to walk alongside you.
Contact Jeannie on [email protected]

In honour of celebrating National Volunteer Week from 14-20 June, we would like to thank our treasured volunteers from t...
13/06/2026

In honour of celebrating National Volunteer Week from 14-20 June, we would like to thank our treasured volunteers from the bottom of our hearts. Thank you for the many, many hours of work you have done this year to help empower wāhine all across Auckland. Every contribution you have made has changed someone’s life.

This year’s theme, ‘Your Year to Volunteer – Tōu tau ki te tūao’, has been chosen to mark the United Nations declaring 2026 as International Year of the Volunteer.

If you would like to support our cause, ask yourself - is this YOUR year to volunteer? We would love to hear from you! To take the next step, email [email protected] to register your interest.

Address

128 Khyber Pass Road, Grafton
Auckland
1023

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Wednesday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Thursday 9:30am - 2:30pm
Friday 9:30am - 2:30pm

Telephone

+6493772762

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