“If you can’t laugh at yourself, life’s gonna seem a whole lot longer than you like.” – Sam (Natalie Portman), Garden State When figuring out a costume for today I couldn’t pass up making fun of myself as a fashion blogger. I’m proud to be one, and I am so glad blogs are out there… Continue Reading Wednesday: Sense of Humor
Maybe it’s years of prepping for Bonnaroo, living with a mother who was always prepared for anything, my husband’s eight years in the Navy, or dealing with a few previous blizzards and hurricanes, but Karl and I have a pretty clear plan for events like Sandy. To some it may seem extreme, and we’re lucky… Continue Reading Not Fashion Related: Preparing for a Natural Disaster
I have wavy hair like yours and I was wondering if you could tell me how you styled it and the products you used. I wash and condition with either L’Oreal Vive Pro or Pureology Hydrate. Pureology is far better than L’Oreal – thicker, richer, kinder to the hair and keeps color far longer but… Continue Reading Ask Allie: My Beauty Routine
Hey folks, just checking in from the suburbs of DC where we are faring quite well. While the lights flickered a few times yesterday evening, we kept power through the whole storm and my closet is still intact! However with the super saturated ground, a wind advisory, and our home surrounded by big old trees… Continue Reading Storms and Sartorial Decisions
I sometimes check my blog analytics to see what Internet searches bring people here, and I can see that many people have the same questions. It seems some have been answered by posts I already have… but some I have yet to address… until now. Are Black Suede Sandals Appropriate in Winter? Well it depends.… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Keyword Analysis
Tank: c/o Gwynnie Bee Tux Jacket: Ann Taylor (similar) Bracelets: Ann Taylor (here and here) Jeans: Gap Shoes: MICHAEL Michael Kors I was so excited to get my latest Gwynnie Bee box – so much sparkle and fun for fall! This tank was one of the pieces and it’s reason # 4,521 why Gwynnie Bee… Continue Reading Friday: Daytime Sequins