I forgot to charge the camera, and my husband thought it would be funny to take a picture from an even HIGHER height than before. Har har. Well the battery is charging now so better pictures will be happening in the near future! Navy pima scoop tee from Banana Republic, berry colored cashmere blend cardigan… Continue Reading Thursday
Hey Allie, I recently discovered your blog and fell in love. There is something I need some help with – a cardigan/wrap that doesn’t make me look bulky or shorter than I already am. I’m 5’4″ on a good day and around 130 lbs, but with short legs and a long torso. I’ve found that… Continue Reading Ask Allie – Cardigans for All?
It happens to everyone, even runway models who are paid to walk… I walk fast. If you are married to a person who is over a foot taller than you, you learn how to walk quickly. At work, I am often on Webinars and conference calls and online trainings where I have to type, “BRB!”… Continue Reading Maxi Dresses Are Not Made For Speedwalking
Camera battery needs to be recharged, so full-length pictures came out all weird and blurry. This is my dress from Muse that I bought last year. They have similar dresses, same cut but different prints available at Nordstrom and also recently at Overstock (and remember to first visit Ebates first to get money back if… Continue Reading Tuesday
I must remember to lift my chin for photos. I must remember to lift my chin for photos. I must remember to lift my chin for photos. I still love this top from Jones New York. You know it may not be what one would choose for my figure – it hides any narrowness to… Continue Reading Thursday
Husband: Hey, want me to take your picture for your blog? Me: Thanks Beeb, that would be great! I have been such a slacker with photos… Husband: They say you look thinner if you take pictures from above… Ha ha, very funny. Here I am with Emerson before heading out to the car, it’s fun… Continue Reading Wednesday
Dear Allie: I don’t have an unlimited budget for clothes. Where can I get some cheap closet staples? I need to do a closet redo STAT! Allie, I follow My Wardrobe Today but there is no way I can afford places like Ann Taylor and Nordstrom. How do you afford those places, and do you… Continue Reading Ask Allie – Cheap Closet Staples, Cocktail Attire When Over 50
Hi Allie, I know you recently went to the Bonnaroo Music Festival in the US. I am going to the Oxegen Festival. I was wondering what you suggest I wear to it? Dear Allie, Are you going to Bonnaroo again this year? I am going too! What do you suggest I pack? Dear Allie: My… Continue Reading What to Wear to a Music Festival?
I have received so many emails recently asking for fashion advice. I figured I would share the questions and responses with you readers – what helps one may help many! Dear Allie: I have found my figure looks great in simple sheath dresses and I recently realized I have a good 8-10 of these in… Continue Reading Ask Allie – How to Accessorize a Sheath Dress