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.
Hey Allie, I am from the warm south but will soon be moving north. I am also very petite. I know nothing about wool coats. Do you have any suggestions for good retailers? Or a list of characteristics to look for? Thanks, Carrie Hi Carrie:I think a wool coat is a great investment. Coat… Continue Reading Ask Allie – Winter Wool Coats
And it’s too bad because I think I look cute AND it took forever and a day to get dressed. I forgot my camera at work. I am wearing my fuzzy gray shrug-like cardigan from Kenzie, my black scoop tee from Gap, Old Navy maternity jeans that reader Martha hooked me up with, my long… Continue Reading Picture-Free Friday
Attire: Proenza Schouler for Target – Teal jersey dress Nordstrom – Green pashmina Sofft – Brown suede Mary Janes Hair: Washed and conditioned the night before; air dry Hit bedhead with curling iron Jonathan Dirt to smooth and separate Beauty: Laura Mercier – Flawless Face Kit in Sand Nars – Blush in orgasm Victoria’s Secret… Continue Reading Thursday
Attire: Old Navy Maternity – Olive wrap tee, black ponte trousers Naturalizer – Creston flats in black Silver hoops and cuff Hair: Next day Brushed, bangs parted on opposite side Beauty: Laura Mercier – Flawless Face Kit in Sand Nars – Blush in Orgasm, lipstick in Dolce Vita Pop Beauty – Shadow palette for brown… Continue Reading Tuesday
Attire: Olian Maternity – Brown print jersey dress Sofft – Brown suede Mary Janes J. Crew – Gold necklace Ann Taylor – Gold hoops Ralph Lauren – Gold Bangles Hair: Washed and conditioned Pureology Bow Dry Amplify Bry with dryer and paddle brush, hit random sections with curling iron Beauty: Laura Mercier – Flawless Face… Continue Reading Monday
Attire: Motherhood Maternity – Soft black turtleneck sweater Ann Taylor Loft – Bootcut jeans Naturalizer – “Creston” flats in black Silver hoops and cuff Hair: Washed and conditioned night before; air dry Fixed bedhead with curling iron Beauty: L’Oreal – True Match foundation in C3 Laura Mercier – Loose translucent powder Nars – Blush in… Continue Reading Friday: Nov 14, 2008
Attire: Gap Maternity – Dark gray jersey top Old Navy Maternity – Black ponte trousers Naturalizer – Black “Creston” flats H&M – Silver necklaces Silver hoops and cuff Hair: Next day – alarm didn’t go off (power failure) so I got ready in like 5 minutes. Beauty: L’Oreal – True Match foundation in C3 Nars… Continue Reading Thursday
Attire: Boob Maternity – Black jersey dress Duo – “Bern” boots in tan Limited – Bead necklaces Silver hoops and cuff Hair: Washed and conditioned Air dried sans product Straightened bangs with round brush and dryer Small amount Jonathan Dirt to smooth and finish Beauty: L’Oreal – True Match foundation in C3 Nars – Blush… Continue Reading Tuesday
Reader Laurie asks: When I wear jeans, I quite often reach for the athletic shoes simply because they are so comfortable. I know this is not the most stylish choice, but I’m not quite sure what to substitute. My standby ankle high boots look great with the jeans, but are really not comfortable enough for… Continue Reading Ask Allie – Weekend Shoes