Warum Freundschaften bei der Arbeit so wichtig sind

„Viele von uns verbringen mehr Zeit mit unserer ‚Büro-Familie‘ als mit unserer echten Familie zu Hause“, meint Dr. Joti Samra, Psychologin und Gründerin von My Workplace Health, einer Online-Ressource für mentale Gesundheit und Sicherheit am Arbeitsplatz. Samra zufolge belegen einige Studien, dass Menschen, die bei der Arbeit Freund:innen haben, mit einer um 27 Prozent größeren Wahrscheinlichkeit ihren Beruf als wichtig empfinden und in diesem Job nur dann am glücklichsten sind, wenn sie dort auch Kontakte knüpfen. „Wir können bei der Arbeit viel Stress, viele Herausforderungen, sogar Traumata zu spüren bekommen. Wenn wir dort aber starke soziale Bindungen haben, überleben wir das nicht nur, sondern können dort regelrecht aufblühen“, sagt sie. read more

The Best Strapless Bras Backed by Our Editors

Pepper MVP Multiway Strapless Bra ($65)

If you’re small-chested, consider getting the Pepper MVP Multiway Strapless Bra. The brand specifically designs bras for those with smaller breasts, including a wide range of extra sizes, so you can get both comfort and a perfect fit. In fact, the brand even solves the issue of an open gap with lightly lined cups that are shallow, so you’ll be able to actually fill it out. This bra comes with adjustable straps for multi-way styling, and it has a silicone nonslip strip so it stays put all day long. read more

The Reviews Are In: These Are the 29 Best Waterproof Boots You Can Buy

When I think about the best boots in my wardrobe, a solid pair of waterproof boots ranks high on my list. It’s this specific shoe silhouette that makes getting through unpredictable weather that much easier. After all, the thought of having to navigate through rain or snow with footwear that’s not weather-resistant doesn’t seem that desirable. So, with that in mind, I thought I’d do a deep dive through one of my favorite stores, Nordstrom, to uncover the absolute best waterproof boots out there if you’re interested in adding a new pair to your arsenal. read more

My Aunt Wants a “Richer” Wardrobe, so I Sent Her These 30 Nordstrom Finds

I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again: My aunt is one of my biggest style inspirations. In my 28 years as her niece, I’ve never seen her looking anything short of ultra-chic and pulled-together, so it should come as no surprise when I tell you that it’s basically her job to help people find their personal style. Practically everyone in our family goes to her for style advice (myself included), and since we both work in fashion now, I’m constantly texting her about everything from the coolest trends to know to what I’m considering buying. read more