I have been finding it a challenge to find a work tote/satchel that can handle all of my work items (iPad, shoes, book, and occasionally lunch) without having the handles break. I am preparing to take my latest two off to the great purse surgeon for some love and repair and am wondering if you… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Durable Commuter Bags
The other day I was chatting with my friend and we were discussing menswear. While she can totally pull it off, I find it looks costumey on me and that I can’t carry it off with my curvy frame. And as soon as I said that, I thought of Bianca. Bianca isn’t built like Katherine… Continue Reading True Fashionista: Interview with Bianca Xunise of the blog Avant Blargh
Like fashion, I believe in quality instead of quantity for my social life. My evenings and weekends are primarily dedicated to my family, and only a few choice blog events. Last night I attended a fabulous and quality event; Hive on the Hill from The Shoe Hive. While The Shoe Hive has the most adorable… Continue Reading Hive on the Hill: The Shoe Hive’s DC Pop-up Shop
Tee: Old Navy | Skirt: eBay | Tutu: eBay | Bracelets: Ann Taylor, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Nordstrom, etc. | Necklaces: eBay | Shoes: Pour La Victorie c/o The Shoe Hive | Sunglasses: Ray-Ban | Jacket: Ann Taylor (similar) | Scarf: Collection XIIX (similar) The other day I was chatting with Kat from Ginger, Adorned on… Continue Reading Thursday: Dressed to Party
Once I got new glasses, I wanted more. A pair of red frames to channel my inner Sally Jesse Raphael, a funky blue or green pair to jazz up all-black ensembles, a funky shape to show personality at the office. I had heard a lot of great things about Warby Parker and decided to try… Continue Reading My Head is Too Big to be Hipster: A Warby Parker Review
Top: Alfani c/o Gwynnie Bee | Jacket: Limited (similar) | Pants: Tahari | Shoes: Cole Haan | Bracelet: c/o In Pink | Necklace: “Lillith” c/o Kristin Biggs, Stella and Dot I love Gwynnie Bee for the holiday season – they have so many fun dresses, skirts, and tops with that hint of glitz and glam… Continue Reading Wednesday: Glitz and Glam
Hi Allie, I am not sure what jeans I can wear to work. Dress code is business casual and jeans are acceptable but no specifics. Do you have a primer on jeans for work? I will use my current and previous places of work as a guide – they all had business casual dress codes,… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Office-appropriate Jeans
Top: Ann Taylor | Skirt: Ann Taylor (similar) | Tights: Nordstrom | Shoes: VC Signature | Necklace: Stella and Dot c/o Kristin Biggs (similar) | Coat: Betsey Johnson I don’t believe in purchasing an item to wear for just one season. Even if you consign or sell, it’s still a loss of money and it… Continue Reading Tuesday: Old and New
Dear Allie, I was wondering if you could help me, my best friend is really fashionable and I have no clue what to get her as a present. I was thinking you may be able to help me and suggest some gifts that fashionable women would like thank you. I must admit it’s hard to… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Holiday Gift Advice