Let's be frank, who doesn't love a good bag?! We mean a really good bag - one that is high quality (without breaking the bank!), comfortable to carry, holds all our stuff (lipstick, gummy bears & laptop are some of our daily necessities that have to fit in our bag!) and one that is the last accessory piece to bring a whole outfit together. Finding a work bag that fits all of these requirements, while also being aesthetically pleasing, can be a really tough task - we know; we have been there! Today on the blog, we are sharing our favorite bags for work, travel and life; bags that we have te ..read more

The week tends to bring on the same shoes right? Athletic sneakers for an AM workout, pumps/heels/flats for work and slippers for the PM. Where is the fun in that though? Like you put an outfit together, shoes are an expression of style. They can add flare, personality and/or bring your whole look together. So, how can we mix up the standard shoes we usually reach for and add some shoe SHINE? We are sharing inspiration for swapping out daily shoes or having some fun on the weekend! During our Shine Staples series this past September, we covered all the basic shoes you need for your closet - bl ..read more

Let's face it. You could have a great outfit on. A fantastic outfit that you feel really good in. You smile at yourself in the mirror when you are wearing this outfit. You walk with an extra pep in your step. But why stop there? How do we take this outfit from great to SHINE? Where you are even more confident, smiling bigger and walking with an even bigger pep in your step? The answer is simple - you add jewelry! We believe in wearing jewelry everyday. Your outfit, your confidence and therefore, your image could be elevated with a simple addition of a statement earring, a unique necklace, a me ..read more

Presentations and public speaking can be enough to send anyone in a tailspin. We know it's not everyone's specialty. And for many, the sheer thought of it can bring jitters and high anxiety. We know this - because it can make us feel this way too! Before we talk about the tips to help you in your next presentation - it's important to first spend time with your fear of it in the first place. That's right - lets first understand what drives your fear, so you understand the mindset you need to be in to overcome it. The fear of presenting can come from so many places - uncertainty of how the audie ..read more

Sequins are not just for special occasions. They are not just for the holidays or popping champagne on New Year's Eve. Or for big celebrations. Why? Because life should be one celebration, and each day is a chance to toast to your happiness and authenticity, to shine bright and most importantly, to wear sequins! Today, on the blog, we are showcasing sequin options for your wardrobe and how to incorporate them all year round. PS - the Shine Suggestions below are for incorporating sequins into your daily wardrobe; not for parties and huge celebrations. With those events, there typically are no r ..read more

Whether we like it or not, the words we choose matter. How we say them matters too. The tone and language you exhibit at work (and in all aspects of your life), are incredibly impactful elements of your communication style and are critical ingredients to your image both personally and professionally. So let's talk about tone. Tone is the sound of your words. The pitch. The quality. The strength of your words. Tone conveys your overall attitude of what you're communicating. It leaves an impression of how you feel about a topic. Not to mention it can significantly impact others' impression and ..read more

By now hopefully you've created some SMART goals and talked to your boss (face-to-face conversation) about them. Even more so, we hope you've gained some advocacy for your own personal and professional development. So, now what? You have to get after those goals! When you use the SMART format you now have specific timelines that you are marching toward, enabling you to track your progress relative to a deadline. Tracking progress incites accountability for yourself. Whether we like it or not, accountability typically drives success in achieving outcomes. When you have a process for regular rev ..read more

Our Favorite Shine Size Retailers Part Two : Size inclusivity is part of our core mission at Shine. When we are looking at retailers for ourselves and clients, one of the first questions we want an answer to - what are your size ranges? We want to know that the retailer is committed to creating products for all Shine Sizes. We don't want a few pieces here and there in a collection; we want a variety of options in multiple styles, season after season. Over the next couple of weeks, we will be sharing insights on some of our favorite retailers, as well as links to our favorite go-to items from t ..read more

Our Favorite Shine Size Retailers Part One: Size inclusivity is part of our mission at Shine. It is engrained in who we are, and how we style ourselves and clients. We strive to research and purchase from retailers that support a wider range of inclusive sizing - from extended sizing to petite and tall options for our all client beauties and expecting moms! It warms our hearts seeing more and more retailers celebrating all Shine Sizes! Over the next couple of weeks, we will be sharing our insights on some of our favorite stores, as well as links to our favorite go-to items from these Shine Siz ..read more

If you're a working professional, goal setting shouldn't be new for you. In fact, we suspect many of the professionals reading this, have already done or will be doing their goals for the year. Goals play a role of motivation and clarity. They keep us moving forward with an end-state of success in mind. They're often comprised of two components: professional and personal development goals. And both matter to your success. Let's break them down! Whether you're working in a corporate setting, small business or self-employed, professional goals are intended to provide a goal post of specific meas ..read more