I don’t take pictures of myself because I think I am beautiful, or young, or a fashion maven. I don’t think I am perfect. I take pictures of myself because I am not perfect. I share my daily outfits because there aren’t enough examples out there of women who are not a model size, or… Continue Reading Why I Blog my Daily Outfits
I remember before I got pregnant, I saw a picture of Suri Cruise wearing heels. A friend shared it on Twitter or Facebook, appalled that her parents would let her wear such shoes. I agreed. And now, I am the mother of a three-year-old who wears heels. This past week, my mom bought my daughter… Continue Reading My Daughter, Suri Cruise, and Shoes
{via} While hearing the passing of MCA last week was heartbreaking, and finding out that Donna Summer died today was awful, for me the most painful recent passing of a musician is Chuck Brown. For those who are unfamiliar with Chuck Brown, he is known as The Godfather of Go-Go, a DC legend, an icon… Continue Reading The Passing of a DC Legend – Chuck Brown
Hi Allie, I love your blog! Have you ever thought of doing a link-up post every week? I’d love to know what you read online through the week I bet it’s very inspiring! I love your website! I am however, having a little difficulty doing searches in finding recommended clothing and accessories links. Have you… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Questions About Wardrobe Oxygen
It was 2006, my husband’s good friend plays the guitar and his birthday was coming up. My husband decided to get him a concert DVD of a guitarist that is well-respected but one that he may not already know. Doing a bit of Googling, Karl found My Morning Jacket and purchased Okonokos. The night of… Continue Reading How My Morning Jacket Changed My Life
To some, music is a religious experience. While many houses of worship these days encourage a “come as you are” dress code, I don’t recommend doing so either for church or a concert. While I doubt neither a god nor a rock god would question your devotion based upon your attire, what you choose to… Continue Reading What to Wear to a Concert
Well, I didn’t get the R&R I desired this weekend, but I still had a great time! Friday night my husband had an event, so I stayed home and watched Emerson. Honestly, I was happy for this – we snuggled (she’s not super snuggly of a person except when she’s under the weather), read lots… Continue Reading My Weekend in Pictures Apr 30, 2012
Every year around this time, fashion blogs, sites, and magazines offer their opinion on great music festival fashion. And every year around this time you’ll find me shaking my head and getting ragey. Their fashion advice SUCKS. Sorry magazines, blogs, and sites that I love… don’t give advice on something you know nothing about. You… Continue Reading Festival Fashion from a Festival Lover
Today marks a momentous occasion for T.J.Maxx – their 1,000th store opens. It also marks a momentous occasion for all DC fashionistas – this store is in our very city at Metro Center! A great new location, and a convenient one right at the Metro Center stop on the Metro! Last night I had the opportunity… Continue Reading T.J.Maxx Metro Center: The 1000th Store comes to Washington D.C.