The ‘Office Siren’ Look: Empowerment or Career Gamble?

The “office siren” trend, fueled by TikTok and dubbed corp-core or girlboss 2.0, blends classic office attire with a sultry, early-2000s twist — think pencil skirts, kitten heels, and bold makeup — and is seen by many young professionals as a form of empowerment and self-expression. But career experts caution that while the look may project confidence online, in the workplace it can shape perceptions of credibility, professionalism, and leadership potential, raising the question: is it a bold step toward authenticity, or a risky move that could hold women back?