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The basis of easy dressing comes from the right foundation, in picking pieces for your wardrobe that have mileage and that can easily be mixed and matched.

“Always put a little bit of yourself into each look but most of all, be comfortable,” she says.

Tessa says she usually sticks to neutral hues for her makeup — they hardly go wrong.

Janice says she’s always liked writing, and one of the tattoos she has reflects this passion. There’s a little twist to this, however.

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

Kathy says that passion is of utmost importance in any job. “Be thrilled! If you're passionate about your job, the rest comes naturally.”

“If there is something they should do, it would be to have a bit more fun and take some risks in terms of fashion.”

Flat sandals are a dressier, more stylish alternative to flip-flops, even if you’re just slipping on a pair to grab a quick lunch.

“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.”

When it comes to makeup, Xi Xi usually goes for a natural look. “I always try to match my lip color with my look."

Marc is a designer at integrated design firm Takenouchi Webb, and says he couldn’t imagine himself doing anything else — well, almost.

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