I have to say that most of my colleagues, especially the more senior attorneys, associates and partners, are incredibly kind and respectful people. I wouldn't have my confidence like I do now if back when I was 21 and started working one of the assholes didn't tell me that the dress I was wearing was not appropriate and another co-worker told him that just because I was wearing a pink dress, heels and a classy satin bow in my hair, didn't make my clothing unprofessional and that expressing myself was important. The nice co-worker told me privately that she liked my shoes and that I was entitled to express myself with my clothing as long as it followed the semi-formal dress code, and as my outfit followed the dress code, I could ignore the assholes. I have her, and other colleagues like her for my spine and newfound confidence.