I love HOBO Bags – they are well-made, not overly trendy, not covered in logos, and have a clean look that fits with my personal style. I also love that HOBO is based out of Maryland, where I have lived almost all my life. Since they are based out of Annapolis, Maryland I have easy… Continue Reading HOBO Sample Sale Summer 2012 – My Haul
Many of you have contacted me asking what to pack for a vacation, and many of you are looking to pack light, but with style and versatility. It is possible to pack light, but be stylish and ready for any occasion during a vacation. With luggage fees and restrictions, it’s best to try to pack… Continue Reading What to Pack for Vacation
Blazer – The Limited (similar)Tee – Armour lux (similar)Skirt – Ann Taylor (similar)Bracelet – JewelMintBag – Brahmin (similar)Belt – Target (similar)Shoes – Jessica Simpson (similar) I wore a variation of this outfit before, and I really like mixing leopard with stripes. It’s a fun and unexpected combination. Last night I saw a concert and it… Continue Reading Thursday – Pattern Mixing
Do you know what stores carry camis that are work-appropriate and fit well over large busts? I have a go-to black cami that is always falling down in front and I’d like to minimize my cleavage for the office. Check out Second Base – I have camis from there and LOVE them. Second Base‘s camis… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Dressing a Large Bust
Hi Allie: I need some advice about my spring and summer wardrobe. I am a curvy, petite 41-year-old and look best in tailored clothes. For work, I tend to wear classic pieces with a vintage twist and black is my neutral. Casual has always been harder for me, and therein lies my problem: while I… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Stylish Casual Summer and Spring Attire
Neon Blazer – Vince CamutoBreton Stripe Tee – Armour lux (gift from reader – similar)Jeans – Kut from Kloth (similar)Leopard Haircalf Pumps – Nine West (similar)Bracelet – JewelMint Bag – Brahmin (similar) When my husband saw my outfit this morning he said, “Boy you decided to wear every single hot trend together! Where’s the floral… Continue Reading Thursday – Spring Trends Play Nice Together
How do I know if one of my staples is no longer in style? I don’t follow all the trends but I do want to look contemporary. Some trends are go by in a year and some last for a longer period of time. I am not worried about the quick stuff but I don’t… Continue Reading Ask Allie: When are Wardrobe Classics No Longer Classic?
The other week I was watching American Idol with my sister and mentioned I wanted Randy Jackson’s shirt. “Why is it so hard to find a crisp white cotton sweater with navy or black stripes? I want the classic French sailor look, stripes starting at the arms and chest.” She told me L.L. Bean carried… Continue Reading Reviewing a Classic – L.L. Bean Summer Boatneck Pullover
This weekend I went to LOFT to return this: Great color, but not a good silhouette for me. I decided upon entering the store that I didn’t need anything, I wouldn’t try anything on, I wouldn’t even skim the displays, I would just return the skirt and leave. And then I saw this: Great print,… Continue Reading Learning from Sartorial Mistakes