I have a bit of a love affair with DUO, a boot company located in the UK. It started several years ago with my first pair of boots from them – the “Bern”, a pair of classic boots that are similar to the famous Frye “Harness” boot. I had always wanted a pair of Fryes,… Continue Reading Duo Boots – Dealing with an Exchange, Return, or Repair
Dress – Vince CamutoBelt – Old Navy (similar)Heels – Jessica Simpson (similar)Bag – HOBO “Dove”Bracelets – JewelMint, Nordstrom (these and these), Lauren by Ralph LaurenSunglasses – Marc Marc Jacobs I swore I wouldn’t wear a “mullet skirt” and then I saw this dress and changed my mind. The skirt on this dress isn’t as extreme… Continue Reading Friday – Purple with Pops of Color
{via} While hearing the passing of MCA last week was heartbreaking, and finding out that Donna Summer died today was awful, for me the most painful recent passing of a musician is Chuck Brown. For those who are unfamiliar with Chuck Brown, he is known as The Godfather of Go-Go, a DC legend, an icon… Continue Reading The Passing of a DC Legend – Chuck Brown
Shirt – Target (similar) Pants – Talbots Shoes – MICHAEL Michael Kors “Flex” Pump Bag – HOBO (similar) Sunglasses – Marc by Marc Jacobs Necklace and Ring – c/o Kristin Biggs, Stella & Dot I was so excited to receive this necklace from Kristin Biggs, my Stella & Dot stylist, and was thrilled to also… Continue Reading Thursday – Chambray with Floral
Could you please make some suggestions for appropriate guest attire for a wedding? I have a few this summer and fall and have no idea what to wear. Also, is black appropriate for a wedding? Thanks! {via} Each year I buy myself a Little Black Dress (LBD) to have on hand for such events. For… Continue Reading Ask Allie: I’m a Guest at a Wedding, What Should I Wear?
Around this time of year, I am bombarded with reader questions on where to find swimwear to flatter their body. While one can find a triangle bikini anywhere from Walmart to Saks, it’s harder to find swimwear for a woman with curves. As a woman with a large bust and a soft tummy, I have… Continue Reading Swimwear for Large Busts and Soft Bellies
Sweater – Ann Taylor (similar, previously worn here) Jeans – Kut From the Kloth (this year’s version) Boots – DUO “Catalonia” Bracelets – Nordstrom (these, these, these), c/o t+j Designs, Lauren by Ralph Lauren, JewelMint Hoops – Claire’s (similar) Bag – Sabina (similar) Umbrella – birthday gift (similar) Today I woke to a torrential downpour… Continue Reading Tuesday – Boot Weather
Blazer – HalogenTank – H&M (similar)Skirt – Talbots (similar)Belt – Another Line (similar)Shoes – Nine West (similar)Bracelets – Nordstrom (this, this, this), Lauren by Ralph Lauren, JewelMint, Ann TaylorUmbrella – Gap (similar)Clutch – Novica (similar) It’s humid and rainy outside, muggy in the house, frigid in the office… this calls for an updo. Too bad,… Continue Reading Monday – Stripes and Floral
Dress – Old NavyBelt – Another Line (similar)Bag – HOBO The Original (similar)Booties – Miss Sixty (similar)Bracelets – Nordstrom (these and these), Ann Taylor, Lauren by Ralph LaurenSunglasses – MARC Marc Jacobs I saw this dress on Petite Early Morning Style and decided I had to have it. Great color, great fabric, it looked versatile,… Continue Reading Thursday – Hot Pink and Black