Tee – Ann Taylor Blazer – c/o Karen Kane Jeans – Gap Shoes – Halogen (similar) Bracelets – Nordstrom, Ann Taylor, Lauren Ralph Lauren, c/o Soft Surroundings Umbrella – Gap I put this outfit together this past weekend, excited for Casual Friday when I could wear my jeans. When Karen Kane sent me this blazer,… Continue Reading Friday: Rainy Friday Blues
Top – Ann TaylorPants – Talbots (similar)Shoes – Michael Michael KorsScarf – Liberty (similar)Lipstick – Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in “Romantic” Still coughing, still feeling icky, so still keeping it simple with my ensemble. I know a few of me found me batty to buy such loud pants, but I adore them. I… Continue Reading Thursday: Garden Party
I recently found out that I am going to have a baby girl. I was never a tomboy, but I was also never girly… pink makes me gag, and there was no lace on my wedding dress! I nearly never wear make-up and wash and wear my hair. Just based on my own personal taste,… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Raising a Daughter When You’re Not a Girly Girl
Tee – Old NavySkirt – Talbots (similar)Belt – Anthropologie (similar)Shoes – SoftSpotsSterling Hoops (similar) and Cuff (similar)Cartouche (similar)“Emerson” Pendant – c/o Tags-n-StonesBag – Banana Republic (similar) Yesterday I took off work to go to the doctor – I have had a nagging cough for two weeks that didn’t seem like my typical seasonal allergies. Appointment… Continue Reading Wednesday: Weekend Look
I am about to start my first internship in D.C. this fall and can’t wait. I was wondering if you have any recommendations for subtle office-appropriate lipstick? Preferably something by Revlon or an inexpensive brand. I love wearing red lipstick but don’t want to look too crazy in the office. Thank you! Red lipstick doesn’t… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Office Beauty
Do you know where I can find ‘nude’ bras for women with darker skin? I’m South Asian (& so naturally olive-skinned), but all the ‘nude’ bras I try on in my local shops are too light for my skin- it’s frustrating! I know in your email you said this wasn’t necessarily post-worthy, but I think… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Nude Bras for Non-Beige Women