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We caught Claudia on one of her off days, so she was clearly revelling in her freedom to dress in her favourite basics. “I just started work at a bank, so comfy slacks, tees, and sneakers are sadly a no-no,” she says.

Being a working mother does come with its challenges, Jennifer admits, but she also says that there is too much social pressure on women nowadays to excel at everything and be a “ever-Vogue-ready, multi-tasking, wonderwoman”.

haran describes her style as eclectic, and is a big fan of accessorizing through statement necklaces or rings.

Working in an agency means that Amadea doesn’t have a strict dress code to adhere to, but she still makes sure that she looks professional.

“I think appearance can reflect our personalities, so being well-presented is important if you want others to take you seriously.”

“Make real, true friends at work. These are people that you will spend most of your time with — you might as well have a really good time with them.”

Influenced by her “very pretty mum” who hardly uses any make-up, Nobelle keeps things simple as well.

"I wish that more people would go beyond the traditional pencil skirt or at least try and be more open-minded with their fashion choices."

"I like things that are more fun, not so cookie-cutter ladylike, so while people go for statement necklaces, I go for statement clothes."

Lana works in luxury travel, and says that history and culture are two of the main draws in any city that she visits.

If I've learnt anything valuable, it's to keep a cool head and a warm heart,” Samantha says.

The top two traits that Vanessa wishes she had learnt sooner on in her work: being engaging and brave.