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Former Vogue editor to headline fundraising event for Reading charity at Ascot Racecourse

Phil Creighton by Phil Creighton
Wednesday, October 5, 2022 6:04 am
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Alexandra Shulman will speak at a special event in aid of Smart Works Reading

Alexandra Shulman will speak at a special event in aid of Smart Works Reading

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A FORMER editor of Vogue is to take part in a fundraiser for a charity that helps women get back into work.

Smart Works Reading is holding the event at Ascot Racecourse on Wednesday, October 12.

Alexandra Shulman, who is a writer, columnist and former editor-in-chief of British Vogue, will share her insights at the event, which includes drinks and canapes.

The charity says the fashion industry icon will discuss ageless style and clothes for confidence in conversation with Smart Works Reading ambassador, journalist and sustainable fashion advocate, Ginnie Chadwyck-Healey.

There will also be a chance to win prizes and grab a bargain with rails of clothes from a curated selection of independent brands.

The event will charity’s mission to support Berkshire women with its job interview dressing and coaching service.

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Helen Francis, chair of Smart Works Reading said: “We’re delighted Alexandra is joining us at Ascot Racecourse.

“With such an amazing, influential name in fashion supporting us, we are expecting this event to be an enormous success enabling us to raise vital funds to help more women into work.”

The event will be held in the racecourse’s Parade Ring Restaurant from 6.45pm.

Tickets are available at: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/an-evening-with-alexandra-shulman-tickets-410378782987

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