Nonprofit · Career & workforce · Economic empowerment
Dress for Success Wichita
Wichita, KS · Serving Greater Wichita and Sedgwick County, Kansas
Dress for Success Wichita empowers women to achieve economic independence and long-term professional stability across Sedgwick County and South-Central Kansas. Operating as a signature initiative of The Women's Network from its boutique suite on South Topeka Street, the organization assists job-seeking women who are striving to overcome adverse economic circumstances or personal hardship. By pairing professional wardrobe consultations with practical career mentorship, the agency helps participants cultivate the confidence and practical tools necessary to enter or re-enter the workforce.
The signature suiting program provides clients with complete professional interview ensembles, including tailored suits, business separates, footwear, and accessories at no cost. Once a participant secures employment, she returns to the boutique to receive an expanded wardrobe suitable for regular workplace rotations. Volunteer stylists work individually with each participant, offering personalized styling advice, professional presentation tips, and genuine encouragement in an affirming, welcoming boutique environment.
Beyond professional attire, the organization supports long-term career growth through its employment retention initiatives and professional development workshops. Clients access one-on-one resume reviews, practice mock interviews, and participate in financial capability seminars that address budgeting, workplace communication, and career advancement strategies. The agency coordinates closely with local workforce centers, social service agencies, and corporate partners to ensure coordinated community support. Women preparing for upcoming employment interviews can schedule boutique styling consultations directly with the Wichita office.
Get help
Job-seeking women can call the Wichita boutique directly or complete an appointment request on the website to schedule a suiting consultation without needing a referral.
Services and resourcesPrograms and services
Boutique Suiting Program
Provides complimentary professional interview attire, work shoes, and accessories paired with personalized styling consultations.
Employment Retention Program
Delivers ongoing workplace coaching, professional networking, and skill-building cohorts that help newly employed women retain their jobs.
Career Center and Job Readiness
Assists participants with one-on-one resume development, mock interview practice, and digital job application navigation.
Financial Capability Workshops
Offers educational seminars covering household budgeting, credit management, banking, and practical money management skills.
Workforce Transformation Initiative
Provides transitional employment, trauma-informed support, and vocational skills training through The Women's Network.
Compiled from Dress for Success Wichita’s own website and public filings. Last checked October 2, 2026. Something out of date? Send a correction.
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