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  • A Parent's Guide to Surviving the Holidays

    Stressed about balancing kids, work, and family over the holidays? We've collected some must-read survival tips.

  • Sweater Weather: 4 Fun New Ways to Wear Your Go-To Sweaters

    <p style="outline:0px;vertical-align:baseline;"> Chilly weather is officially upon us, which means it's time to break out one of my favorite fall staples: the sweater. </p> <p style="outline:0px;vertical-align:baseline;"> Sweaters are perfect for the <a rel="nofollow" title="9 Fall Trends to Try at Work" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/9-fall-trends-to-try-at-work/" style="border-width:0px 0px 1px;border-bottom-style:solid;border-bottom-color:rgb(226, 226, 226);outline:0px;vertical-align:baseline;">fall and winter 9-to-5</a>-they look professional while still feeling incredibly cozy and warm. The only challenge is that they can feel a little limiting. Once you've worn the same knit over and over again, you might feel the itch to add a little more variety to your look. </p> <p style="outline:0px;vertical-align:baseline;"> You're in luck! This week, I'm going to share four of my favorite ways to layer your go-to sweaters and add a little oomph to your fall and winter wardrobe. </p> <p> <i>This article was originally published on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/sweater-weather-4-fun-new-ways-to-wear-your-go-to-sweaters/" target="" title="">The Daily Muse</a>. For more cold weather styling, check out: <br></i> </p> <ul> <li> <i><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/layering-for-winter-without-looking-like-a-snow-woman/">Layering for Winter (Without Looking Like a Snow-Woman)</a></i> </li> <li> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/15-fall-to-winter-coats-for-a-stylish-commute/">15 Fall-to-Winter Coats for a Stylish Commute</a> </li> <li> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/let-it-snow-the-cutest-cold-weather-boots/">Let it Snow: The Cutest Cold-Weather Boots</a> </li> </ul> <p> <i><br> Hailing from the Peach State, Hannah Baker is a recent transplant to NYC via DC and has worked in television and social media. An obsessive pinner, she loves decorating, finding the best eats (and drinks) in her new neighborhood, and entertaining her goofy dog, Leon. Follow Hannah on Twitter <a rel="nofollow" href="https://twitter.com/hanfranbabebake" style="border-width:0px 0px 1px;border-bottom-style:solid;border-bottom-color:rgb(226, 226, 226);outline:0px;vertical-align:baseline;">@hanfranbabebake</a> and Pinterest at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.pinterest.com/HFBAKER/" style="border-width:0px 0px 1px;border-bottom-style:solid;border-bottom-color:rgb(226, 226, 226);outline:0px;vertical-align:baseline;">HFBAKER</a>.</i> </p> <p> <i>Photo of <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.shutterstock.com/pic-127983023/stock-photo-autumn-winter-portrait-young-woman-dressed-in-a-warm-woolen-cardigan-posing-outside-in-a-city-park.html?src=qrmNGkTeZHe8ZjAIEjPrww-1-45" style="border-width:0px 0px 1px;border-bottom-style:solid;border-bottom-color:rgb(226, 226, 226);outline:0px;vertical-align:baseline;">woman wearing sweater courtesy of Shutterstock</a>. <br></i> </p>

  • How to Dress for Success in a Casual Office

    <img src="https://s.yimg.com/ck/image/A2715/2715522/470_2715522.jpg" width="150" id="2715522" align="left" name="2715522" title="Dress for success casual office"> <p> When you work in an environment that requires you to dress formally or conservatively, the challenge you're faced with every morning is <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/conservative-work-outfits-that-are-actually-cute/">inserting enough personality into your outfit</a> to make you look a little different from everyone else. Looking put-together isn't usually an issue. </p> <p> But if you work somewhere that wouldn't care if you wore flip-flops and shorts every day-well, that's a different story. How do you rock an everyday look that's polished, that's client-appropriate, and that shows you mean business-without looking overdone among your hoodie-wearing officemates? </p> <p> With these simple styling tricks, it'll be easy to look sophisticated but still relaxed, so you're dressed for success in even the most casual environment. </p> <p> <br> <i>This article was originally published on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/how-to-dress-for-success-in-a-casual-office/" target="" title="">The Daily Muse</a>. For more style advice, check out: <br></i> </p> <ul> <li> <i><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/4-simple-ways-to-always-look-chic/">4 Simple Ways to Always Look Chic</a></i> </li> <li> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/dress-for-the-job-you-want-style-inspiration-from-successful-women/">Dress for the Job You Want: Style Inspiration From Successful Women</a> </li> <li> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/stylish-commute-shoes-for-every-season/">Stylish Commute Shoes for Every Season</a> </li> </ul><i><br> Hailing from the Peach State, Hannah Baker was formerly a teacher in a special education classroom; then in a bilingual charter school; and currently works in television post-production. When not stylin' and profilin' around DC, Hannah enjoys crafting up a storm, wishing she had a hedgehog, and being amazing at Bananagrams. Follow Hannah @hanfranbabebake. <br></i>

  • 5 Awesome New Ways to Wear Your White Button-Down

    <img src="https://s.yimg.com/ck/image/A2708/2708131/470_2708131.jpg" width="470" height="470" id="2708131" align="left" name="2708131" title="Wear a white button down"> <p style="outline:0px;vertical-align:baseline;"> If someone were to ask me which five pieces of clothing in my closet I would choose to wear for the rest of my life, a white button-down shirt would be at the very top of my list. </p> <p style="outline:0px;vertical-align:baseline;"> "What?" you might say. "Like the boring old button-down <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/5-new-ways-to-wear-1-old-suit/" style="border-width:0px 0px 1px;border-bottom-style:solid;border-bottom-color:rgb(226, 226, 226);outline:0px;vertical-align:baseline;">I'm stuck wearing every day with my suit pants</a>?" Yes, exactly. Contrary to popular belief, a white button-down is not a dull inevitability in your wardrobe, but rather a classic that will pull together many outfits and save you time and time again when you have no clue what to wear. </p> <p style="outline:0px;vertical-align:baseline;"> Not sure how to liven up your button-down? Read on for some fresh ideas for how to keep this staple in your wardrobe rotation without getting bored. <br> <br> <br> <i>This article was originally published on</i> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/5-awesome-new-ways-to-wear-your-white-button-down/" target="" title="">The Daily Muse</a>. <i>For more work style advice, check out:</i> <br> </p> <ul> <li> <i><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/4-gorgeous-fall-color-combinations-to-try-now/">4 Gorgeous Fall Color Combinations to Try Now</a></i> </li> <li> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/dress-like-the-guys-4-menswear-inspired-pieces-to-wear-to-work/">Dress Like the Guys: 4 Menswear-Inspired Pieces to Wear to Work</a> </li> <li> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/lifestyle/style/26-fabulous-bags-to-carry-to-work/">26 Fabulous Bags to Carry to Work</a> </li> </ul><i><br> Hailing from the Peach State, Hannah Baker was formerly a teacher in a special education classroom; then in a bilingual charter school; and currently works in television post-production. When not stylin' and profilin' around DC, Hannah enjoys crafting up a storm, wishing she had a hedgehog, and being amazing at Bananagrams. Follow Hannah @hanfranbabebake. <br></i> <br> <i>Photo <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/lovemaegan/4696983987/">courtesy of Maegan Tintari</a>.</i> <br> <br>

  • Sweating it Out: How to Break into the Fitness Industry

    Think you've got what it takes to be a fitness instructor? Our health columnist got the inside scoop of what it's really like.

  • No Sad Desk Salads Here: 6 Recipes You'll Be Excited to Eat

    Think a lunchtime salad can't be delicious, healthy, and satisfying? Think again! Try one of these recipes, and you'll be looking forward to lunch all morning.

  • 8 Tips for Actually Sleeping on a Red-Eye

    On your next flight, follow these tips to sleep like a bi-coastal baby.

  • 8 Skills Every New Homeowner Should Have

    Recently switched from renting to owning? Read up on these eight skills you need to learn ASAP.

  • Do You Really Have to Stay at a Job for One Year?

    The short answer is: There are times when you can justify a short stint and times when you should stick it out if you can. Read on to learn more.

  • One-Sided Love: How to Deal with Office Crushes

    Your co-worker is asking you out for lunch again—and you're far from interested. Here's everything you need to know about dealing with advances in the office.

  • Bananarama Power! (a.K.A. Not Your Average Power Bar)

    Vending machine not doing it for you on your 3 PM snack break? Whip up some of these banana-based power bars over the weekend, and you'll have healthy, energizing treats to last you all week long.

  • Getting a Puppy? How to Dog-Proof Your Apartment

    Just decided to bring a cute ball of fur into your house? Your first step—make sure your place is dog-friendly. These puppy-proofing tips will make sure your dog and your stuff stays safe.

  • Why a Little Smoking Can Hurt You (and How to Stop)

    Recently, organizations have been banning smokers from the workplace or declining to hire them—even people who light up every now and then! Here's why a little smoking can cause big problems, plus how to kick the habit for good.

  • Going Out After Work? 3 Steps to Transform Your Outfit

    <p style="color:rgb(51, 51, 51);font-family:Georgia, 'Times New Roman', 'Bitstream Charter', Times, serif;font-size:13px;"> </p> <p> Let's face it: Most of us are constantly on the go, without the luxury of time to change between a day at the office and an evening function or dinner out. But that doesn't mean you need to show up to dates looking like you just ran there from the office (even if you did!). </p> <p> Instead, create a look that can quickly be <a rel="nofollow" title="5 Ways to Go From Day To Night: Summer Edition" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/style/5-ways-to-go-from-day-to-night-summer-edition/">transformed from work to play</a>. Here are three steps to going from desk to dinner in a flash-plus some great outfits to inspire your own day-to-night look. <br> <br> This article was originally published on <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/" target="">The Daily Muse</a> . For more workplace style, check out: <br> </p> <ul> <li> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/style/8-workplace-style-bloggers-we-love/" target="">8 Workplace Style Bloggers We Love</a> </li> <li> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/style/build-a-work-wardrobe-under-500/" target="">Secrets for Building a Fab Work Wardrobe from Scratch</a> </li> <li> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedailymuse.com/style/conservative-work-outfits-that-are-actually-cute/" target="">Conservative Work Outfits (That Are Actually Cute)</a> </li> </ul> <br> <i>Jenny Cao-Wu is the founder of <a rel="nofollow" href="http://freshionable.com/" style="outline:0px;vertical-align:baseline;">Freshionable.com</a> and currently resides in Honolulu, Hawai'i. As a former strategy consultant, Jenny experienced the challenges women face in expressing their individual style while working in conservative corporate settings. Today, Jenny's online boutique makes unique, chic, work-appropriate fashion available to women everywhere. She is passionate about inspiring others to discover and express their personal brand through smart, appropriate workplace style. Follow Jenny on Twitter <a rel="nofollow" href="https://twitter.com/jennycaowu" style="outline:0px;vertical-align:baseline;">@jennycaowu</a>.</i> <br>

  • Love Downton Abbey? Read These Books

    Season 3 is coming to an end—what will you do with all of your Sunday nights? Don't panic, just pick up a few of these books that dig into the upstairs vs. downstairs culture, the manners and mores, and everything else that Downton does so well.

  • How to Knock Your Interview Out of the Park

    How do you go from being "a good applicant" to the #1 candidate for the job? Convey these four messages in your next interview, and you’re sure to hit a home run.

  • 7 Jobs that Will Take You to Paradise

    The cold winter months can make you seriously consider escaping Cubicle Nation for a life of adventure, travel, and sandy beaches. Well, stop dreaming and start planning with these career paths that’ll take you to the best places on Earth.

  • Are You Dealing with Stress the Wrong Way?

    When it comes to dealing with stress, there are two types of people: Velcro people, who hang onto it, and Teflon people, who let it roll of their backs. And turns out, the group you fall in could have a lot to do with your future health.

  • 4 Easy Ways to Spice Up a Jar of Pasta Sauce

    If you only have a few minutes, but still want to throw together a meal that looks somewhat gourmet, bust out your favorite pasta sauce and some pantry staples. These easy upgrades will make it look (and taste!) homemade.

  • Your Complete Guide to Cooking for One

    When you get home from a long day, making a meal feels like the last thing you want to do, especially if you live by yourself. But after just one stock-up shopping trip, you'll have everything you need to create tons of healthy, quick, and easy meals.