cube dwelling: if you have to cry go outside…

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i recently read kelly cutrone’s, ”if you have to cry go outside”, for the 2nd time. it’s an insightful read for those entering the fashion biz as interns or new employees.

i wanted to share 3 of her top 10 career don’ts (or how not to get a career in fashion) with you as these ones resonnated with me the most and i think can apply to any job, not just in fashion:

1. don’t recreate your family at work

2. don’t think your boss owes you anything but a paycheck; and

3. don’t cry in the office. ever. if you have to cry go outside.

that is some solid career advice right there! i’ve known people who have broken all these rules (and some) and believe me when i say it’s never pretty – it’s really downright painful to watch.

always remember while at work, whether in fashion or whereever your career happens to find you, you’re in a place of ‘business’ and you should not only dress but also act accordingly.

me

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quote: know first who you are…

Know first who you are; and then adorn yourself accordingly.

Epictetus (via anntaylor)
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my closet: orange delight

discovery: in keeping with my resolution to wear more color during the winter, this is how i’m workin’ orange into my work wardrobe:

2011: orange blouse – old navy, white turtle-neck – joe fresh, black cropped pant – attitude, sears, booties – franco sarto, satchel – asos /2005(?): watch – timex

me

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dknyprgirl: The Office. Week 1

dknyprgirl:

The resume is perfect. You nailed the interview. You get the offer and then the panic sets in. The office. The people. How will it be? How should you act? What should you wear? It’s the first week at a new school. You’re the new kid and you never get a second chance to make a first impression.

dknyprgirl: The Office. Week 1

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my closet: satin & silk

discovery: a silk blouse I purchased recently to act as my interview shirt (an alternative to the white or blue button-up/down shirt) that adds a bit more personality to my suit but still remains very professional and sharp.

 

2011: silk blouse and snake print handbag – banana republic, booties – franco sarto/ 2010: satin skirt & jacket – joe fresh, bracelet – Jacob/ 2009: necklace

me

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quote: when you aren’t handed the pass…

when you aren’t handed the pass of physical beauty, you have to mine other talents, and sometimes that makes your more interesting.

marc jacobs – vogue
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my closet: trench coat + layering

discovery: a pendant i haven’t worn in years that will ‘work’ well with a bow blouse and cardi for a classic look for the office:

2011: classic trench coat – banana republic, white cardi – mango, bow blouse and belt– joe fresh, handbag – asos/ 2010: patent oxford heels – geox/ 2007: pendant

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how to work: the basic black trouser and white button down

glamour:

Back to work!

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my closet: in the black…vintage winter coat that is

discovery: a lovely black coat at ‘cabaret vintage’ on queen street west (luv that store).  it was made lovelier by the fact that it cost me less than $100. *happy dance*

2011: boot – geox, ring – fragments jewelers

2011: pink leather gloves (gift) / 2010: black leather gloves – winners, ring

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quote: its fine to celebrate success…

it’s fine to celebrate success but it is more important to heed the lessons of failure.

Bill Gates (via ninagarcia)
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