Shoppers turned out in strong numbers to snap up new-with-tags and pre-loved designer and high street pieces including Rixo, Varley, Mint Velvet, and Fred Perry x Margaret Howell, all with up to 70% off RRP.

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The sale, held at Sunderland City Hall, raised £2,000 for the charity, building on the success of the first Sunderland pop-up last summer.

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The funds will go directly into supporting our mission of supporting local women into work, through providing them with clothing for interviews and one-to-one coaching.

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Smart Works North East would like to thank Richard Reed Solicitors for their sponsorship of the Sunderland event, as well as everyone who attended and shopped on the day.

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The next Shop for Smart Works event will take place on 9th and 10th October 2026 at Northumbria University. Although, there will be a return to Sunderland on Thursday 1st July 2027.