[via] Today is World AIDS Day. This year’s theme is Getting to Zero. Zero new HIV infections, zero AIDS-related deaths… and zero discrimination. There are 1.2 million people living with HIV in the United States, and one in five are unaware of their infection. Think you don’t know anyone infected with HIV? Think again.… Continue Reading World AIDS Day – Getting to Zero
Oh the tangled web blogs weave. Visit a blog and click on the profiles of commenters or the links in their blogroll and you go down the rabbit hole. I could easily spend hours on the computer with just one innocent click in a blog’s sidebar. Sometimes it’s a time suck, and sometimes you hit… Continue Reading True Fashionista: Meagan Kyla
Blazer: Limited (similar) | Skirt: eBay | Necklaces: eBay | Bracelets: Ann Taylor, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Nordstrom | Shoes: VC Signature | Coat: Thrifted (similar) | Lipstick: Revlon Matte “In the Red” It’s the little things that make a day great. Wearing a grown-up tutu to work, finding that tube of matte red lipstick that… Continue Reading Thursday: The Little Things
Top: c/o Karen Kane | Camisole: Banana Republic | Skirt: eBay | Tights: Nordstrom | Booties: Miss Sixty | Coat: Thrifted | Jewelry: gifts, had forever, that sort of thing I never have time to go thrifting, but Wednesday before Thanksgiving my sister and I got off a bit early, drove home together and along… Continue Reading Wednesday: Vintage Vibes
I am 22 and find myself coming into work every day looking a hot-mess. Unacceptable. I’ll admit I’ve stopped trying to put things together at this point. I am in serious need of advice as to a “starter wardrobe”. I’m working with an extremely tight budget where $50 is too much for a blazer. I’m… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Cheap Work Clothing
I lived in Florida all my life, but am moving to DC for a new job and need to get a winter coat. I will be taking the bus for work and want a coat that looks professional but can survive public transportation and DC weather. Suggestions? I need a new coat. I have the… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Warm Winter Commuter Coats
Shirt: ASOS Curve c/o Gwynnie Bee | Pants: Ann Taylor | Shoes: MICHAEL Michael Kors | Lipstick: Revlon Matte in Wine Not | Silver cuff, silver chain with personal charms, silver chain with crystal pendant I can’t rave enough about the new arrivals at Gwynnie Bee. Sequins, leather, peplum, and some of the most fun… Continue Reading Monday: Elephant
Could you recommend some LBDs or cocktail dresses. Need something for one of husbands work parties, a bit fancy. My style is pretty conservative, and I really want to look great for this event. I was wondering what suggestions you might have to find a suitable dress for a wedding? I don’t want to buy… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Versatile Holiday LBDs
I was recently interviewed for Washington Life magazine and they asked me to style an outfit with a few fall trends they featured in their November issue. Peplum, leather accents, ankle booties, black with white, studs, metallic brocade, military inspiration… that sort of thing. I was a bit lost at first since I do incorporate… Continue Reading The Power of Accessories