Alison in a denim jacket, black tank, and white jeans with a black leather belt and a silver buckle that says Gary in turquoise
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What I Wore: Turquoise with Denim and White

I love turquoise jewelry.  I have had several pieces over the years.  When we did our cross-country road trip a few years ago, Karl purchased me a turquoise cuff in Four Corners (seen in this outfit post).  My sister bought me a turquoise ring for my 40th birthday, and I have turquoise pieces in my… Continue Reading What I Wore: Turquoise with Denim and White

A Weekend in Palm Springs with Chico’s
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A Weekend in Palm Springs with Chico’s

This past weekend I went to Palm Springs, California with the clothing brand Chico’s. Along with four other over-40 influencers (Sheree of  SheSheShow, Dawn Lucy of Fashion Should be Fun, Tonya of The Real Chic Life, and Jamie of More than Turquoise), we had a weekend of fashion and adventure. I was not paid or… Continue Reading A Weekend in Palm Springs with Chico’s

How to tell the difference between t-shirts, how to find a refined t-shirt that can dress up and down, what is the fabric content and the best place to find them in regular and plus sizes.
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Real Life Capsule Wardrobe: The Refined T-Shirt

Not all t-shirts are created equal. There’s the stiff square ones you get free for being part of a fun run, the lightweight v-necks you pick up at Target and wear with everything from sweatpants to ankle pants and a cardigan on Casual Friday, there’s ones of silk and linen and those $200 ones that… Continue Reading Real Life Capsule Wardrobe: The Refined T-Shirt

how to style an ivory blazer three ways
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Real Life Capsule Wardrobe: The Ivory Blazer

White, ivory, cream… it doesn’t matter which color you choose.  Having a light colored blazer in your closet is a game changer and a regular addition to the capsule wardrobes I create on Wardrobe Oxygen.  Unlike grey which reads corporate, navy which can be hard to match, and black which can often be too severe… Continue Reading Real Life Capsule Wardrobe: The Ivory Blazer

The Universal Standard Yarra Shrug sweater: three ways to style the cashmere one-shouldered sweater as seen on Wardrobe oxygen
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Real Life Capsule Wardrobe: The Accent Piece

Capsule wardrobes are often associated with minimalism, but that doesn’t mean the pieces within the capsule need to have minimal style.  In fact, when your capsule wardrobe has unique details and accent pieces, it not only is more fun to wear, but more stylish and versatile.  In the real life capsule wardrobe I featured yesterday,… Continue Reading Real Life Capsule Wardrobe: The Accent Piece

What I Wore: ELOQUII Blocked Sleeve Wrap Dress
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What I Wore: ELOQUII Blocked Sleeve Wrap Dress

Another day, another ELOQUII dress!  Seriously, they make some of the best dresses.  They’re designed to flatter curves, and have such interesting prints and/or details it’s easy one-step dressing and you end up feeling polished.  I’ve had this dress from ELOQUII for a couple months now; I’ve worn it to a baby shower, to brunch,… Continue Reading What I Wore: ELOQUII Blocked Sleeve Wrap Dress