Dear Allie, I am currently rocking the awful “mom” look aka yoga pants and huge t-shirts and I am so over it! Could you direct me to a few classic pieces to start my wardrobe? I am a stay at home mom with two under two, so I need a practical look. I live in… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Fashion Advice for a Petite SAHM
Blue oxford shirt – Lands End CanvasBlack leather skirt – Ann Taylor LOFT via eBaySilk Scarf as cummerbund – H&M Gold bracelet – J. Crew via eBay I saw this leather skirt this past fall at LOFT and HAD to have it. They didn’t have my size so I ordered a 14 online. It was… Continue Reading My Wardrobe Today – Wednesday
Black matte jersey dress with puff sleeves – Eliza J (no longer available – similar)Black tights – NordstromBlack leather booties – Cole Haan “Air Talia” bootiesPearls – Nordstrom (these and these)Gold Necklaces – One from J. Crew, one from Ann Taylor, neither still available for purchase I am keeping this photo nice and small because… Continue Reading My Wardrobe Today – Tuesday
Allie, I love trenches and have two, but I only wear them when it’s raining. My question is, is it okay to wear them as a coat when it’s overcast? And is it okay to wear them as a coat, period? Thanks, Katty Hi Katty,By all means, YES! Trenches are the perfect coat for when… Continue Reading Ask Allie – Trench Coats, Shoe Repair, and Leopard Skirts
Reader Elizabeth contacted me last month on Facebook, asking if I would do personal outfit and wardrobe critiques/commentary. She sent me a picture of her outfit, asking what I would do to it to change it up some. She said she had a lot of go to outfits that she felt were missing something and… Continue Reading Outfit Commentary: Elizabeth
Do you like what I wear? Well now is your chance to buy some of it. As I remove weight, I am posting my old, gently used clothing and accessories at Shop My Closet: Wardrobe Oxygen. Some items aren’t even worn. I try to give very clear descriptions of all items, links to this blog… Continue Reading Shop My Closet!
Black wool sateen tuxedo jacket with lace trim (sleeves cuffed) – Ann Taylor (not available online, found on clearance rack yesterday)White tank – Caslon for Nordstrom (best ribbed tanks EVER!)Jeans – Not Your Daughter’s Jeans “Hayden”Bracelet – Anthroplogie via eBayBlack leather booties – Miss Sixty “Jaiden” So I stopped in the Connecticut Avenue Ann Taylor… Continue Reading February Friday Outfit Style
So I was visiting my friend Nicole’s blog (won’t link because she likes her job – and not for them to read her blog) and she did a meme that involves handwriting. Interest piqued! I used to get failing grades in handwriting when in elementary school. I hold writing utensils in a weird way, where… Continue Reading The Writing’s on the Wall… of my Blog… (Meme)
This Monday, my article at Savings.com was about fashion for new moms. So many women I know have the hardest time figuring out how to dress this new and ever-changing body so I offered some quick tips that helped me that first year or so. I received a comment saying women should be reminded to… Continue Reading Eat Your Veggies – Finding Personal Style