What is your go-to work style?
Because I came from a very corporate background, I still find it quite hard to dress down. It just doesn’t feel quite right for me. When I dress for work, I like to put my armour on. While I am definitely a dress lady, I do also like a trouser suit. I feel comfortable and professional in corporate wear.
What is the one piece of career advice you would give your 20-year-old self?
To believe in myself more (I didn’t) and not to be afraid to try new things. I don’t believe in regrets. If you don’t try, you won’t find out. The only thing you will regret is what you don’t do.
What is your worst office fashion faux pas?
Personally, I don’t think there have been any, but I have had horrendous uniforms in the past. When I was a receptionist for an investment bank, my worst uniform was a pleated purple tartan skirt that was just mid-calf (which I found really unflattering) with a cream ruffle neck blouse and a purple bolero jacket. It was hideous and we all hated it, but our client was Scottish and loved it.