One of the hardest things to hear is criticism, and that’s not necessarily something that changes over time. Whether it’s criticism towards an idea or an action, the difficulty comes with finding out the discrepancy between what others perceive of what you do or deliver, and how you perceive it all yourself. If you […]
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The fashion industry is a beast. There are so many different jobs available in fashion that even if you can’t sew or model, you can still find a role that reflects your talents. Below are a few ideas to get you thinking about the various careers that might be for you! 1. Designer What it […]
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My wanderlust and curiosity to know the world we live in, has taken me many places around the world. No matter where I go, whether it is a short flight or an international one, I make sure to always keep comfortable, yet still presentable for my arrival. You never know if you need to be […]
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It’s no secret that this summer was the season of crop tops. The popular fashion trend has probably overtaken your wardrobe leaving you with an overwhelming amount of belly-baring shirts. With the temperature dropping it might seem like these pieces are better off left for warmer weather, but crop tops are actually a very […]
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With so much competition nowadays in virtually every industry and career field, getting a job right out of school with no real work experience to cite on your resume has become rather difficult. This is especially true for the fashion industry as many positions call for practical and applicable skills that could only have […]
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The white on white trend has been popular for the summer seasons, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try to transition it into your fall wardrobe. Fashion is all about breaking rules, so why not start by breaking the ultimate rule: “Don’t wear white after labour day”. In order to keep your outfit from looking […]
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The weather is definitely changing and it’s starting to get cold out there. If you’re anything like me, cold weather means wanting to hibernate and wrap up in a Snuggie while drinking hot chocolate all day. Unfortunately, life doesn’t stop when the temperature drops and work beckons us to leave our Snuggies at home and […]
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As a business owner, one of the things that Christie gets asked about the most is “how did you get started?” While addressing this topic in full would probably require more than just one career chat, Christie’s here to dish out on the most important takeaways from her Style Nine to Five journey. Christie: […]
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Fall is the time of year for new beginnings. Whether that means going back to school, seeking out your first professional job post-graduation, or transitioning into a new career path altogether, it is definitely the season of change for many. In Style Nine to Five’s new collaboration with Robson Street, I’ll be sharing weekly work-appropriate […]
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One of my favourite fashion changes I look forward to for fall is the ease of adding a cardigan to just about any outfit. With so many different cuts, colours, and lengths to try, it’s hard not to stock up and wear a different cardi every day. For work, go for a cropped style that […]
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