A few months ago I bought a pair of Old Navy Pixie pants in black, and I loved them. Comfy, appropriate enough for where I worked at the time, great for weekends, etc. But I recently changed jobs and my new job has a stricter dress code – Pixie pants just won’t cut it anymore.… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Well-made Ankle Pants for Work
I’m wondering if you have any resources or suggestions for someone who is trying to minimize their closet. I’m moving towards capsule wardrobes and limiting my shopping, so this is leaving me with some very high-quality items (though not necessarily designer) already in my closet that I’d like to sell to get some money back,… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Where to Sell Used Clothing?
I blame the Disney princesses. They started it when we were little girls. Their angelic cartoon faces, long flowing hair and optimistic outlooks made us believe anything is possible. They sold us on the magic of falling in love and happily-ever-afters. As a romance novelist, I still believe. However, being at what those of us… Continue Reading Product Review: Urban Decay Mascara Resurrection
Jacket: IMAN Platinum Genuine Leather Soho Chic Quilted Jacket c/o HSN | Tee: Ann Taylor (similar) | Jeans: NYDJ | Shoes: Cole Haan (similar) | Bracelet: Rebecca Minkoff (similar) | Bag: Love, Cortnie | Sunglasses: Ray-Ban Oh this weekend was GLORIOUS! After a ton of snow and sub-zero temps it was nice to be able… Continue Reading What I Wore: Casual Camel
The other day I was talking to a coworker about how some brands have really dropped in quality and where we go for wardrobe staples. She’s younger than I, stylish with a classic nod but a great use of color and accessories (and a leopard fan like me). She admitted than not only does she… Continue Reading Talbots Spring 2015 Collection: A Second Glance
A reader contacted me asking how to build herself an active casual capsule wardrobe for her new life as a retiree. I am so thrilled for her new adventure and thrilled she is looking for a way to make getting dressed every morning easier. A capsule wardrobe can help one focus on life instead of… Continue Reading An Active Casual Capsule Wardrobe
Dress: Tiana B. Printed T-Shirt Dress c/o HSN | Bag: c/o Dagne Dover | Tights: Spanx | Shoes: ALDO “Spelonca” Stacked-Heel Leather Wedge c/o HSN | Bracelets: Rebecca Minkoff (similar) Nordstrom (similar), Bauble Bar | Lipstick: Revlon Matte ‘Really Red’ This is my second outfit partnership with HSN, and a second time for me to… Continue Reading What I Wore: Tiger’s Roar
How is it already March??? The beginning of 2015 went by in a flash, but the beginning of the year always does for our family. Birthday after birthday, Valentine’s Day and Girl Scouts and hey… one year since my arm first broke. We didn’t celebrate this milestone (arm, you’ve come a long way baby), but… Continue Reading Marching Forward…
I love a black bootie. In these cold winter months, pair with thick black tights and stay warm while making your dresses and skirts look on trend and chic. Slip under trousers for more warmth than pumps but with the same level of dressiness. Come spring and summer, wear with bare legs for a modern,… Continue Reading Badass Black Booties for Spring (and Now!)