I mentioned in a previous post that I wanted a Western shirt for spring/summer. Unlike my chambray shirt, a Western shirt would be heavier weight (actual denim, though a lightweight variety), more fitted, hopefully have pearl snaps in place of buttons, and some Western detail in the seaming and pockets. My husband has a Western… Continue Reading The Search for the Perfect Western Shirt
I haven’t taken a plane anywhere in 25 years and my daughter is getting married in California this summer and I am flying there. What should I pack to be comfortable for a long flight across the country? Are there any things that are must haves or must not haves? At my last job, I… Continue Reading Ask Allie: What to Pack for a Comfortable Flight
Dress: Ann Taylor (worn without belt) | Tights: Nordstrom | Boots: Ros Hommerson “Maryland” | Necklace: “Cameron” c/o Kristin Biggs, Stella and Dot | Bracelets: Nordstrom, Sequin, had forever | Watch: Citizen c/o WatchCo | Lipstick: Revlon Moon Drops in “Orange Flip” One day it’s 80 degrees in DC, the next it’s 40. I thought… Continue Reading Black and White and Orange
When I was in high school I obsessed over certain bands and singers. Sometimes it was because their lyrics spoke to me, their beats could make me dance all night… but usually it was because of image. Some hot guy mourning over a girl, a badass woman with a nose ring singing about female empowerment.… Continue Reading Concert Review: Jim James
Tee: Banana Republic | Jeans: Gap | Bag: Hobo Bags (similar) | Shoes: “Dhani” c/o Naturalizer | Sunglasses: Ray-Ban Naturalizer was nice enough to send me these sandals and I will forever be in their debt. I thought these shoes looked cute on their site, but they’re even cuter in person. Not only that, they… Continue Reading Sight-Seer
Shirt: Gap | Skirt: Etsy | Shoes: Miss Sixty via eBay (similar) | Bag: Banana Republic via eBay (similar) I was on the hunt for a maxi wrap dress, and decided to check out Etsy. I didn’t find one I liked, but I found this skirt and I just couldn’t resist. At first, I thought… Continue Reading Go Big or Go Home
For the past couple of years, one of my favorite fashion blogs is the awesome Cynthia of Simply Cyn. Her style, music, and decor constantly inspire me and I love seeing a peek into her life in New York City. Below I share my Simply Cyn interview for my True Fashionista series. If Cynthia looks… Continue Reading True Fashionista: Interview with Cynthia Andrew of Simply Cyn
I can’t believe that in June, Karl and I will have been married nine years. Nine years! Where does the time go? I’ve been thinking about our wedding a lot since the cicadas are set to return this summer and they were here for our wedding. I decided to take a walk down wedding dress… Continue Reading Throwback Thursday: Wedding Edition
Some of you have requested it, and some of you have asked for it on forums (I see you BabyCenter peeps and welcome you to my blog!). I created a SAHM capsule wardrobe previously, but here’s an update for the warmer months of the year. [collage source] I don’t like a lot of prints most… Continue Reading Sample SAHM Capsule Wardrobe for Summer