Suit Up for Success celebrates the remarkable progress of men in recovery and marks the start of their new lives after struggling with addiction and homelessness. To break the cycle, the Mission addresses root causes including long-term recovery programs and comprehensive aftercare support, including housing assistance, continuing education, community building opportunities, job training, and more.
Working with volunteer stylists, men on the path to recovery will receive makeovers, including a new outfit, haircut, and shave; all made possible with the help of Styled Seattle. They will also attend a job fair where they’ll receive resume assistance, practice mock interviews, and network with local businesses, offering them valuable opportunities to begin a new chapter in their lives.
Celebrating new life
“This outfit makes me feel like a million bucks, as in I feel brand new, I feel fresh, and I feel like I'm successful.”
— Christian
“I was unsure of myself and now I'm more confident . . . This makeover, it shows who I really am.”
— Barry
“It boosted my spirit — it made me feel like I was human again . . . I haven’t felt this good since I was 15.”
— Jim
Top stylists with big hearts
Maggie Miles, Lead Stylist and Darcy Camden, Founder and Chief Stylist of Styled Seattle
"It is very meaningful for me and my team to work on this project with Seattle’s Union Gospel Mission. I love connecting with the guys. They are kind, deserving, and appreciative. It is an honor for us to give them an outfit that will help them in the next phase of their recovery, job, and life.
"It’s just so joyful, the whole event! It’s also a big challenge. We have been pulling clothes for over a week leading up this event, planning outfits for men in their 20’s and all the way up to their 70’s.
"It feels really good to observe these men seeing themselves in a new outfit and hairstyle. The life change becomes real when they look at themselves in the mirror for the first time. They have done a lot of work on the inside, mentally and emotionally. This is just an external reflection of that hard work. When all of that clicks together, it’s really powerful."
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for behind-the-scenes action, portrait reveals, and incredible stories of hope from women in our recovery program.
Special Thanks To:
Job Fair Partners Charlie's Produce Dunn Lumber J&M Carpet Renewal Karman Space & Defense Lutheran Community Services NW PACCAR Parts Scott Canevera Seattle Jobs Initiative Sysco Three Tree Roofing Uplift NW Urban League Metropolitan Seattle
Event Support Darcy Camden & The Styled Seattle Team Dorothy Huynh Photography Emma Lee Photography Kevin Ke — Accent Creatives The Beyond Project The Thomas Collective Volunteer Stylists and Barbers
Help the lost become found
Your gift today helps those who've lost their way find the love and support they need for a new life.
