Work It: Khaki Pantsuit
I've been on the hunt for an elegant, yet not overly formal pantsuit. With Spring approaching fast, I've picked this khaki Cassidy Collection pantsuit from The Limited. Loving the tailored two-button jacket, which matches the more contemporary, yet still professional...
5 Things Not to Do With Your Bonus
It's bonus day! You've asked and negotiated to get the best you deserve, and now, as you happily log into your bank account with much anticipation, you notice it's finally here! As plans start accumulating in your head, you begin to envision new shoes, gleaming...
Coffee Break: Should You Discuss Your Bonus at Work?
So you've just had your annual performance review meeting with your manager, and s/he just told you you got yourself some extra spending (or saving) money in the form of a pretty generous bonus. Ka-ching! Can you say good news, especially since you've been eyeing that...
Work It: Wrap Trench Dress
This trench wrap dress makes a rare fashion statement combining the classic trench shape with the iconic wrap dress silhouette! Loving the flattering V-neck with crossover front, and the angled pockets, making for a ladylike yet practical silhouette. This dress is...
5 Tips to Ask For (And Get) The Bonus You Deserve
You may be able to buy more shoes this year, as you cash in that bonus check...According to a report from New York State Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli, the average bonus in Wall Street rose 15% to $172,860 in 2014. Not too bad huh? Especially since this is about three...
L’Edito: Is Gender Equality Really a Myth?
I had a pretty heated discussion with a friend of mine last Sunday. When I sent her my usual "Happy Women's Day" emphatic message, the cold response I got left me stunned. "I don't celebrate Women's Day", she coldly replied. "It's a myth, just another way to to...
The 411: Weekly News Update
Happy Sunday everyone! It's been a rainy week-end on this side of the blogosphere, yet we can smell Spring, so no complaints. As our snowbanks are melting and we can finally see the grass, here are the news that also melted our hearts, tucked at our minds and made us...
Coffee Break: Should You Ever Admit You’re Not Self-Confident at Work?
We've all heard about the confidence gap for women. Whether because of stereotypes, pre-conceived ideas, or just due to the elusive character of confidence itself, the reality is women tend to feel less confident than men in general. Despite all the proven (and...
Week-End Pick: Chambray Shirtdress
I was looking for an easy and cool shirtdress I could wear on the week-ends, and found this Mercer Chambray shirtdress on the New York & Co's website. Shirtdresses happen to be a big Spring trend, and the combination of chambray and this flattering silhouette make...
Unfinished Business: Unpacking the Stereotypes that Stole My Confidence
(Photo: iStock by Getty Images, #StarStock image for the #UnfinishedBusiness movie) Hello everyone! Today our guest contributor Stephanie Samuel is recounting a business travel experience that taught her quite a bit about confidence at work as a woman. Thank...
