FREMONT, Calif., July 18, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- As Men's Wearhouse
continues its 10th annual National Suit Drive throughout July, the
company is teaming up with dancer, choreographer, actor and TV
personality Derek Hough to collect
donations of gently-used professional attire for unemployed
Americans. Attire collected at Men's Wearhouse stores through
July 31st will be distributed to over
170 local non-profit organizations across the country that help
disadvantaged individuals regain employment through job readiness
programs and workforce assistance.
As a competitor on the dance floor for more than 15 years, Hough
knows that confidence is key to achieving success. "When you're
interviewing for a job, you're competing for that position, and
feeling your best can give you a competitive edge," said Hough. "By
donating to the National Suit Drive, you're empowering people to
approach their next interview with the confidence to land the
job."
Men's Wearhouse is also partnering with both the National
Basketball Coaches Association (NBCA) and the National Hockey
League Coaches Association (NHLCA) to help spread the word about
the National Suit Drive. Coaches including Brad Stevens (Boston Celtics), Steve Clifford (Charlotte Hornets), Barry Trotz (Washington Capitals), John Stevens (Los Angeles Kings) and others have
committed to donating suits of their own.
"Whether you are on the court or in a job interview, the right
attire gives confidence to perform at your best. I'm calling upon
all of my fellow coaches, fans and players to donate and help
others in need," said Rick Carlisle,
head coach of the Dallas Mavericks and president of the NBCA. "The
National Suit Drive is a great cause that directly impacts our
local communities and helps change lives."
Over the past nine years, the National Suit Drive has collected
more than 1.3 million items of professional clothing. People can
donate their gently-used professional clothing, including men's and
women's suits, ties, jackets, shirts, pants, belts and shoes at
over 750 Men's Wearhouse locations across the country. As a thank
you, donors will receive 50 percent off their next purchase of
regular priced retail items (excluding shoes, clearance and
Exceptional Value items).
"I know from personal experience that every donation to the
National Suit Drive helps dress someone for success during the
interview process. First impressions are important, and feeling
confident and looking professional helped me go into my job
interview with the right frame of mind," said Chris Bellegia. Bellegia secured employment
after receiving professional attire through Working Wardrobes, one
of the non-profit organizations that partners with the National
Suit Drive.
#GIVEASUIT AND GET SOCIAL
To help drive awareness of the National Suit Drive, @menswearhouse
is encouraging followers to spread the word by using #GiveASuit.
They will be partnering with content creators across the country to
share personal donation stories and inspire others to help those in
need.
For more information, visit the National Suit Drive website at
www.nationalsuitdrive.com.
About Men's Wearhouse
Founded in 1973 and a subsidiary of Tailored Brands, Inc.
(NYSE:TLRD), Men's Wearhouse is the largest specialty retailer of
men's apparel and rental product in the U.S. with over 750 stores,
including Men's Wearhouse and Tux, nationwide. Men's Wearhouse
carries a full selection of suits, sport coats, slacks, formalwear,
sportswear, outerwear, dress shirts, footwear and accessories in
non-exclusive and exclusive merchandise brands such as Joseph Abboud, AWEARNESS Kenneth Cole, BLACK by
Vera Wang, among others. Tuxedo and
suit rentals are available at both Men's Wearhouse and Tux stores,
which also offers a limited selection of retail merchandise, and
Men's Wearhouse stores nationwide.
For additional information on Men's Wearhouse, please visit
menswearhouse.com
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Contact details:
For further information, contact the Men's Wearhouse Press
Office:
MWWPR for Men's Wearhouse
Leslie Norden
menswearhouse@mww.com
323-798-3925
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