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Former Clothes Show host to support Reading charity SmartWorks by guesting at its flagship fundraiser

by Phil Creighton
November 8, 2023
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Carolyn Franklin will be guesting at the SmartWorks fundraiser on November 15

Carolyn Franklin will be guesting at the SmartWorks fundraiser on November 15

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ONCE, she ruled Sunday evening telly, telling us what to wear – and what to avoid – in The Clothes Show. Now, she’s preparing to help a charity that supports women getting back into work.

Smart Works Reading is holding is annual fundraiser at the Leander Club in Henley on Wednesday, November 15.

The event has the theme of Fashion as a Force for Good, and heading up the panel is Caryn Franklin.

The presenter and fashion and identity commentator will be joined by former executive editor of Vogue and sustainable fashion advocate Ginnie Chadwyck-Healey and fashion disruptor and founder of Hope Fashion, Nayna McIntosh.

The panel discussion will be hosted by stylist Patsy Dhir.

The event includes a raffle, drinks and other surprises.

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All proceeds will help Smart Works Reading with its free job interview coaching and dressing service for unemployed women.

Caryn Franklin can’t wait for her visit to the Thames Valley.

“I’m looking forward to taking part in Smart Works Reading’s event celebrating the many ways fashion and good design really can be a force for good,” she said.

“This charity does great work empowering women in the community, who are seeking work and I’m delighted to help raise funds to support its mission.”

And Patsy, a trustee of the charity,, said: “We are excited to host this inspiring evening in Henley, bringing together some big-name fashion experts to share their insights and experience, while raising much-needed funds for Smart Works Reading.”

Tickets are £35 and include a goody bag.

For more information about the event and for tickets, head to the Smart Works Reading Instagram page @smartworksrdg https://www.instagram.com/smartworksrdg/ or log on to: https://bit.ly/3tF0XoY.

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