A Force to be Reckon

In only two short weeks working at Planned Parenthood Advocates of Wisconsin I feel a renewed sense of self as a woman. To walk into an office every day where women are feminine in style and empowered in their work is extremely inspiring to me. When I think about places where women get to celebrate their complete selves in this manner, I am pulled towards the fashion industry, the arts and entertainment. But here I was today walking into the Wisconsin State Capital in a row of women unapologetically dressed in glittery belts, wrapped and ruffled skirts, stylish tops and heels rising high, prepared to address the pressing health care needs included in the state's proposed budget. I felt like we were a frame out of Sex and the City or Lipstick Jungle, and I was so proud.

I don't want a job that forces me to put on a non-descript suit every morning and blend in with the crowd. I want to dress in a way that inspires me to be and bring my absolute best self to work every morning.