Many of you have reached out asking for resources for plus size workout clothing and activewear. Luckily, selection has improved in the past couple of years. Gone are the days of wearing men’s sweats or items that lack performance; many brands offer high quality, hard working athletic gear in extended sizes. The best of the… Continue Reading Where to Shop For Plus Size Activewear
Karl listens to music all day. He reads Rolling Stone and Bust, from there he heads to Spotify, and from there he listens to what is recommended if you like an artist. He records music videos, and when he finds an interesting artist he can spend an hour or more researching that person online. When… Continue Reading Weekend Getaway: Tanya Tagaq at the Williams Center
It’s cold and I feel woefully unprepared. With a bit of weight gain, most of my cold-weather casual wear is snug and not as sassy. I also wanted more gear to be active outside in the winter, something I always wish I had this time of year and never invest in. ASOS Wrap Maxi Dress… Continue Reading Recent Fashion Purchases, Hits and Misses
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Oh Nordstrom, I just can’t quit you. Each time I venture to another retailer I find the prices are higher for the same things, the selection is smaller, there’s fewer pieces in my size, and the service just doesn’t compare. Add a sale of up to 40% off current items and I swoon. So on… Continue Reading What to Buy at the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale
If you follow me on Snapchat (wardrobeoxygen), you know last week I went to California for a couple days. I was invited to be part of a project, and I’ll be sure to share it when it’s finished! But in the meantime… what I packed. While I knew for two days I’d be at the… Continue Reading Three-Day Trip to California – What I Packed and Wore
It’s Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale time and while many of the items are holiday-themed and those sort of trendy things that will look utterly passe by March, I dug through and found some real gems. Below, my picks from the Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale (and all of them are under $75!): Bags, Jewelry and other Accessories: I… Continue Reading Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale: My Picks Under $75
Jacket: Calvin Klein (similar, plus size option) | Tee: J. Crew Factory (similar) | Leggings: Zella (plus option) | Boots: Sidney c/o Bogs | Sunglasses: Ray-Ban Sticking with “keeping it real and casual”, this is what I wore with the family for a light hike in the woods behind our house, no makeup and bedhead… Continue Reading What I Wore: Wet Weather Hike
I’m in my 30s. I work full time from home. I have a 2 year old son that keeps me very active. I live in yoga pants/work out attire because a) I’m in public less than a couple of hours per day so getting “dressed” feels like a chore and b) I’m a hands on… Continue Reading Capsule Wardrobe: Active Casual for a Busy Mom