Since 2005, Wardrobe Oxygen has been providing fashion advice. Focusing on real-life style for grown-ass women, Alison Gary shares her personal style, reviews of brands and garments, denim hauls, and resources on where to shop for petite fashion over size 10, plus size fashion, bras for large busts, wide width shoes as well as how to style footwear trends, and sustainable style.
Known for its real-life capsule wardrobes that offer inclusive sizing, Wardrobe Oxygen helps you feel stylish, as well as yourself. Work (or work from home), weekend, vacation, and special events, Wardrobe Oxygen is a style destination for women over 40 living on their own terms.
What is the best way to clean suede shoes? I have a pair of teal suede wedges that I adore but that are looking a little rough. The teal is very bright and I don’t want it to fade. Any suggestions? 1. Get thee a suede-cleaning kit! Suede cleaning kits can be found at most… Continue Reading Ask Allie: How to Clean Suede, Sweat Stains, and Care for Fabrics
Someone asked me in the comments what I chose to purchase for the Ann Taylor Friends & Family which took place a couple weeks ago. Not much. That’s why I didn’t respond. However in the past few days, Ann Taylor has been offering 40% off the entire store (this promo is still going on today!),… Continue Reading Ann Taylor – My Recent Purchases Apr 18, 2011
I believe a pair of classic black leather pumps is a necessity in any woman’s wardrobe, however woman cannot live on black pumps alone. Once the warmer weather arrives, black pumps seems downright dowdy. As I have been admiring spring and summer fashions, I keep saying, “that would look fantastic with a nude peeptoe” or… Continue Reading Going Nude for Spring – Shoe Selections Under $100
The best accessory I acquired in the past decade was getting out of credit card debt. My Experience: When I worked in retail, I found it far too easy to shop. I was spending at least 45, usually closer to 65 hours a week at a mall. Lunch hours were spent strolling through other shops,… Continue Reading How to Shop: Sticking to a Budget
Everyone has a reason for starting a blog. For some, it’s a hobby. For others, it’s a career. Some start a blog to make friends, others start blogs in hopes they will get recognition for their ideas. For me, it was a place to put all the ideas and opinions I had about fashion and… Continue Reading I’m Not Trying to Be Famous
Reader Lisa recently contacted me asking, “How do you shop? I mean literally, how do you find what you need? when is the best time to go? Do you trust yourself or the salesperson? How do you build a wardrobe from scratch with workable pieces? How do you decide how much money to budget?” When… Continue Reading How to Shop: An Introduction
Hi, I’m a Stay at Home Mom returning to work after 4+ years. I’d like to purchase a professional wardrobe however, I will be really honest with you I don’t have a clue where to start. What an exciting life change for you! It is quite a change to go from your home base to… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Building a Professional Wardrobe Apr 05, 2011
Hi Allie, I’m in desperate need of stocking up on new work-appropriate sandals for summer and am not having luck. Any suggestions? My office is business casual/jeans on Fridays. Typical D.C. area gov’t office. I like my feet to be comfortable but don’t want to look too fuddy-duddy (I’m 31). Stylish and comfortable and work-appropriate?… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Work Appropriate Sandals for Spring
Hi Allie, Just found your blog and I really love it. Now I have a question. Like you, I’m a woman with curves. I’ve noticed that you sometimes wear tailored button down shirts. I really love the style because I think something with strong lines (as opposed to flowy) works best with curves. My problem… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Shirts for Full Busts