Woman whose job doesn’t match her “aesthetic” applauded online

A viral video featuring a glamorous woman showcasing two contrasting sides of her life has taken Instagram by storm, racking up over 5 million views.

The clip, shared by user @urfavoriite.girl, highlights the disparity between her stylish personal aesthetic and her more modest workplace environment. Since its posting on September 21, the video has garnered over 271,630 likes and thousands of comments.

In the short video, the woman is first seen posing confidently in a silver cropped top, her hair slicked back, and sporting a full face of makeup. The accompanying text reads: “POV—[Your] job doesn’t match [your] aesthetic.” In a quick transition, the next scene shows her at work as a waitress, makeup-free, wearing a black uniform and a burgundy apron. The juxtaposition struck a chord with viewers, many of whom praised her for embracing both aspects of her life.

One commenter expressed support for her work ethic, saying, “Get that money girl! I worked in a kitchen with only other girls. We were spending 8 [hours] a day smelling like grease, but we totally transformed on the weekends.” Another added, “Your job doesn’t have to match anything. Your only job is to do what makes you happy. So keep doing it because it looks good on you, ma’am.”

Another commenter noted, “Every work is important. Don’t feel embarrassed—you are absolutely cool in both ways.”

The widespread attention the clip has received demonstrates how relatable this experience is for many people who navigate different personas in their personal and professional lives. However, this doesn’t mean one should look for a new career to better fit their style, according to Andrew Fennell, the director at StandOut CV, a resume builder and careers advice service, who spoke to Newsweek via email.

London-based Fennell said: “Just because a job doesn’t suit your style, it doesn’t necessarily mean you need to find a new one. Many people can find satisfaction in their work, even if it doesn’t fit exactly what they would like to do career-wise.

“But if you’re finding that a clash in values is impacting your ability to do your job, it might be time to consider a job that suits you better. However, if you’re going to leave a job, make sure you have a new one lined up, or enough savings to cover three to six months’ worth of expenses.”

Newsweek also spoke to Luana Ribeira, the founder of Dauntless PR, based in Anglesey, Wales. She said: “So much of our identity revolves around our work; it’s so important that it’s in alignment with who we truly are—not just for job satisfaction but for our mental and emotional well-being. If someone doesn’t feel that their job aligns with their identity, the first thing they need to do is figure out exactly what that identity is.

“From there, see if there’s flexibility in your work to be able to bring it into alignment—even subtle changes can make a big difference. And if not, maybe that job isn’t for you. Look at other work opportunities or create your own that are in alignment with your identity.”

Newsweek reached out to @urfavoriite.girl for comment via Instagram. We could not verify the details of the case.

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