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Friday Favorites: How Jane Lu balances motherhood and a multimillion-dollar fashion empire

PHOTO: Jane Lu is the founder and CEO of Australian based e-commerce giant, Showpo.
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Jane Lu is the founder and CEO of Australian based e-commerce giant, Showpo.

In 2010, Jane Lu quit her corporate job to start her own fashion company, Showpo.

"When I first started Showpo, I was in so much debt because my first business failed and I had quit my corporate job to pursue it," Lu told "Good Morning America." "I had no money at all to spend on marketing to build a brand. So I had to get crafty."

Now, the Australia-based e-commerce giant has over 3 million followers across its social media channels and ships to more than 120 countries worldwide.

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Along with being a CEO, Lu is also a mom of two.

"I think the biggest change about being a mother is that you can't just do what you want when you want it, especially now with a second baby," Lu said.

Her advice to other working parents is not to be scared to ask for help -- and to not sweat the small stuff.

"I think it's about being flexible and not needing perfection. Not everything needs to be done right now. And not everything needs to be done to perfection," she added.

When it comes to fashion, Lu says she practically lives in two-piece sets because of their ease and comfortability. "It feels like you're wearing your pajamas, but then you can pop on a pair of heels and some gold jewelry and you're ready for work or dinner," she said.

Shop Lu's fashion picks and more, below.

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Working mom fashion picks

Showpo Beca Plisse Button Up Shirt in Cream

Price: $59.95 · From Showpo

This incredible longer shirt draws from classic vintage styles with its open collar, long billowy sleeves and elevated plisse finish.

Showpo Anka Playsuit

Price: $69.95 · From Showpo

The Anka Playsuit is easy, breezy and perfect for the summertime! It features a collared neckline, button up front, long balloon sleeves, wide legs and a relaxed fit.

Showpo Staycation Smock Button Up Mini Dress

Price: $59.95 · From Showpo

This baby is super breezy and versatile. Featuring a smock silhouette, a V-neckline and short flared sleeves, this mini is suitable for any upcoming day events or hangs.

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Showpo Terah Shirt in Green

Price: $59.95 · From Showpo

This oversized button up shirt is a crowd favorite year-round. It features a pointed collar, a round hem and cuffed long sleeves.

Showpo Terah High Waisted Short in Green

Price: $39.95 · From Showpo

These amazingly comfy and stylish shorts are super on trend, and we're here for it.

Nighttime fashion picks

Showpo Harleen Mini Dress

Price: $79.95 · From Showpo

This statement number has a smock silhouette with a panelled construction highlighted by diagonal ladder trims.

Showpo Charlita Strapless Cowl Back Satin Maxi Dress

Price: $99.95 · From Showpo

This sumptuous full-length number has a sleek strapless silhouette, draped cowl back feature and satin-like finish.

Showpo Indrisia Linen Puff Sleeve Open Back Bodycon Mini Dress

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Sophistication gets a sexy new upgrade with the Amalie The Label - Indrisia Linen Puff Sleeve Open Back Bodycon Mini Dress.