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7 THINGS A YOUNG PROFESSIONAL SHOULD NEVER DO ON SOCIAL MEDIA


In the age of personal branding, the line between what is and what isn't acceptable to post on your handles often gets blurry. Building up your own brand and elevating your career is now easier than ever with tools like LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram and Facebook, to name a few—if you use them right. Here, the deadly mistakes to avoid making in the digital realm.

1) Complaining about your job, co-workers or boss. While this may seem like a no-brainer, sharing any negative feedback about your current job, employer or co-workers is the number one no-no. Don't doubt that future (and current) employers will raise a red-flag at the slightest jab or complaint via Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc. Even a simple "dreading going to the office" or "bored at work" comment is a bad way to brand yourself in any industry.

2) Sharing too much information. Know where to draw the line between your digital and personal life. Relationship issues, personal problems and TMI tidbits are best kept in private conversation rather than being attached to your personal brand online.

3) Posting all of your partying pictures #AboutLastNight. There's nothing wrong with posting a tasteful, fun photo from a night out with friends but when your Instagram feed or Facebook timeline starts to look like the outtake reel ofThe Hangover, then it's a problem. Prospective and current employers will find a stream of drinking and partying photos to be a turn-off, even if you think it's "all in good fun" you don't want to be seen as the party animal job candidate.
4) Inserting yourself in controversial conversations. While it's okay to share your opinion, steer clear of topics or news that could be too controversial—i.e. religion, race, politics. If your opinion could be offensive, it's best not to broadcast it all over the internet. Controversial remarks are a huge turn-off to potential employers and could cost you landing that dream interview.

5) Going on a venting tirade. It may be tempting to go on a complaining spree via Twitter or Facebook, but you don't want the negatives to outweigh the positives of your online personality. Keep your emotions in check—take a deep breath and think before you send out any bad vibes that may reflect badly on you in the future.
6) Aggressively networking for a job or interview. LinkedIn and Twitter are great tools to network with other professionals in your industry, but there's a big difference between "networking" and "harassing." Repeatedly sending messages or interview requests to potential employers through social media isn't going to land you a job, it's just going to come off as unprofessional. Use social media to seek out advice or start a conversation, not to beg for a job.

7) Referencing illegal activities. Another no-brainer, photo or not ("joking" about it via Twitter or Facebook counts too)—anything that you wouldn't do or say in front of a police officer, shouldn't go on social media. Consider it the quickest way to sabotage your own career and personal brand.

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What Carrie Bradshaw Taught Us


Even though she is a fictional character Carrie Bradshaw is one of the biggest fashion icons of all time. The main character of Sex and The City has changed the fashion industry, as many designers became famous thanks to her. Her love for Mr. Big and her shoes has been the main theme of the show.

 Let's remember the most iconic Carrie Bradshaw quotes.








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26 Totally Awesome Facts About Chanel


There's no confusing those interlocking Cs; the iconic Chanel logo is one we've all seen (and craved). But before the brand became a lust-worthy label, it was just a modest millinery shop in Paris. Gabrielle Bonheur Chanel, whom we know as Coco, changed the course of fashion history when she began her business in 1909. She first rose to popularity during the turn of the century, but shoppers still go wild for the quilted bags and two-toned shoes imagined so long ago.
So how did Chanel grow to become the powerhouse it is today? We looked back on the brand's longstanding history to find out exactly what makes it so special. Because as Coco once said: "I don't do fashion, I am fashion." Read on for a mini history lesson on the brand that transformed women's fashion forever.
After leaving a convent at age 18, Coco worked in a tailoring shop while struggling to become a music hall performer. She finally opened her own shop in 1909.
The lease originally forbade the sale of couture dresses since there was already a couture shop in the building. In 1918, she moved down the street to 31 Rue Cambon, where there is still a store today.
Coco reportedly wanted "a woman's perfume with a woman's scent." The iconic bottle's diamond stopper was inspired by Paris's Place Vendome.
In 1924, Chanel began work with a Scottish factory to produce the fabric after borrowing tweed sportswear from the Duke of Westminster.



A sketch of Coco's design appeared in a 1926 issue of American Vogue, where it wasidentified as the shape of the future.


The look usually consisted of two or three pieces and became a must buy for women during the '10s and '20s.


Her accessories, especially handbags, became popular during the brand's resurgence in the 1950s. The quilted bag debuted in February 1955.



You could also invest in a Chanel Hula-Hoop bag from the Spring 2013 collection (which will only set you back $2,400).

During the 1930s, Chanel developed a rivalry with Italian designer Elsa Schiaparelli.

During that time, she lived in the Ritz Hotel, which later became the headquarters of Nazi High Command in Paris.

The designer was convinced to cancel his contract at Chloé to work at Chanel for an annual salary of $1 million.

The adorable model even has her own Instagram account.

Artist Bradley Theodore created this work in New York.

The beautifully detailed collections highlight the talent of the workshops that produce everything from leather to lace.

The intricate show took place in Salzberg in 2014.

Texas in 2013.

Scotland in 2012, and more!

Karl is known for his spectacular shows.
The Summer 2015 show featured model protestors.

Like this futuristic landscape during the Fall 2013 Haute Couture show.


And this under the seascape from the Fall 2012 show.




And even a Chanel-themed art museum for the Spring 2014 show.

Models walked around a giant globe for Fall 2013.

And even shopped at a Chanel grocery store for Fall 2014.

Yes, even the shopping cart was Chanel approved.

The son of model Brad Kroenig, Hudson is Lagerfeld's godson and has made an appearance in Chanel shows since he was just 2. Here he walked in the Haute Couture Spring 2014 show.


Most recently, it launched jewelry on popular shopping site Net-a-Porter.com, which you can shop now.



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10 Healthy Eating Instagrammers

Want to eat more healthily, but lacking in inspiration? Here are 10 Instagram accounts to follow.

There are now more than 300 million active users on Instagram and at the time of writing this, there are 151,853,871 posts using the #food hashtag. Even better, there are 8,216,790 posts using the #healthyfood hashtag. From #foodporn to #avocadoontoast, we are the generation that will be known for recording our every bite as images for online consumption. 














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