The older we get, the more impact we experience from small changes to our routine. I share products and methods that help me fall and stay asleep, deal with perimenopause symptoms, alleviate back pain, give me energy, let me experience mindfulness, relaxation, and peace while still having an active life.
I must remember to lift my chin for photos. I must remember to lift my chin for photos. I must remember to lift my chin for photos. I still love this top from Jones New York. You know it may not be what one would choose for my figure – it hides any narrowness to… Continue Reading Thursday
I haven’t charged my camera’s battery since Bonnaroo – will this weekend so I can post some pics. Speaking of Bonnaroo, will have some recap posts soon – they are taking a bit longer to have all the details. Today I am wearing a coral scoop tee from Gap, my Express pareo around the neck… Continue Reading What I Wore on a Friday in June 2010
I know I haven’t posted a lot. It’s because… I hate my wardrobe. Yes, Alison Gary, author of Wardrobe Oxygen has a closet full of stupid stuff. No staples, no go-to pieces. A bunch of things that don’t fit, don’t flatter, or don’t work with her lifestyle. Today I am wearing one of my few… Continue Reading Another Coming Clean Post…
There is nothing more unattractive than a woman who says she is unattractive. Sounds harsh, but the self-deprecating comment you make to others is not doing you any favors. But being a woman is hard, we’re told to be strong yet not pushy, confident yet not full of herself. The self-deprecating comment appears as a… Continue Reading The Damage of the Self-deprecating Comment
Today we are having clients in the office so we were asked to dressed “appropriately.” With my current shape, I thought this was the most appropriate “slightly nicer than business casual but no need for a suit” look that I owned while being comfortable in the muggy DC heat. Attire: Kenar – Purple jersey woven… Continue Reading Wednesday Jul 30 2008
Reader Laurie asked: I am wondering where you shop for swimwear. I have a body type very similar, although I’ve got quite a few years on you (55). I am in decent shape, would like a tank suit with medium high cut legs, but need a D cup underwire, if possible, or at the very… Continue Reading Reader Question – Shopping for Swimwear
It really is possible to be chic AND comfortable. Just with everything else in life that is good, you need to work hard and do your homework. Sure, ratty sweats and a fake pair of Uggs will be cozy on a winter day, but is that really the “book cover” you wish to present to… Continue Reading Comfort and Style CAN Live Together in Harmony!
Reader Catherine contacted me with a fashion concern that I and probably many of you readers can relate to: “Allie, where does a plus-sized woman find stylish yoga and gym attire? I can ever seem to find something that is flattering to my curves, supportive of my bust and isn’t shapeless knits in hum drum… Continue Reading Fashion for the Plus-Sized Athlete