Tee – J. Crew (no longer available – similar)Pencil Skirt – Old Navy (no longer available, similar)Belt – Lauren Ralph LaurenShoes – Nine West (no longer available – similar)Silver cuff It’s hot and humid today. So hot and humid this is the first picture my husband took: He had to wipe the condensation off the… Continue Reading My Wardrobe Today – Thursday
Hi Allie, I’ve just started an internship in the technology section of a large investment bank and have been wrestling with what to wear. Do you think that colourful clothes are acceptable in a business environment if the silhouette and material is formal? The dress code for my team is fairly business casual. However, we… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Going Corporate With Color
Shirt – Banana Republic Outlet (similar)Jeans – Kut from the KlothShoes – Sofft (no longer available – similar)Necklace – J. Crew via eBay (similar)Bracelet – J. Crew via eBay (similar) This is one of my outlet shopping scores from this weekend. I don’t have many work-appropriate sleeveless tops, and this one is fabulous because it’s… Continue Reading My Wardrobe Today – Tuesday
Image via So Much to Smile About Last Thursday I attended the DC Sip and Swap, hosted by the lovely Amy & Melissa of The Swapaholics and Swap.com. For those who didn’t attend, you purchase a ticket (between $10 – $20 depending on when and where you got it), bring a bag full of gently used clothing,… Continue Reading DC Sip and Swap
Every summer, my mom, sister and I enjoy a weekend at Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. When Emerson came into the world, she joined us on this annual Girls Getaway. We had our Rehoboth Beach trip this past weekend. What I packed: Paisley halter 1-piece swimsuit (Lands End Canvas) Turquoise halter 1-piece swimsuit (via SwimSpot.com) Red stripe… Continue Reading My Rehoboth Beach Weekend 2011
Maxi Dress – Suzi Chin for Maggy BoutiqueBelt – Another LineShoes – Miss Sixty “Jaiden”Earrings – Nordstrom (no longer available)Silver and green ring – Maryland Renaissance FestivalSilver cuff Come summer, I practically live in dresses. While my legs are strong, they aren’t my favorite part of my body and I don’t think they look as… Continue Reading My Wardrobe Today – Thursday
Oxford – Lands End Canvas Skirt – Calvin Klein (similar) Scarf (as cummerbund) – H&M (no longer available – similar) Shoes – Payless Bag – Banana Republic “Sandhurst Hobo” (no longer available – similar) Watch – Orient Thread bracelets – Treasure Tower Silver cuff Don’t you hate those folks who tell you on Thursday, “Today’s… Continue Reading My Wardrobe Today – Wednesday Jul 13, 2011
My friend Melissa Tosetti is the founder of The Savvy Life, a great site that gives tips on how to live a full life without living past your means. I have learned so much from her site, as well as her recent book, Living the Savvy Life (you can read my review of the book… Continue Reading Living the Savvy Life Promotion
I believe a woman should be fitted for a bra every year. Our bodies are constantly changing with age, weight loss and gain, changes to our exercise routine, childbirth and nursing and so much more. Getting properly fitted for a bra does not mean heading to your local Victoria’s Secret to have a teenager who… Continue Reading A Proper Bra Fitting – My Experience