Real-Life Style for Grown Women by Alison Gary
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Let's Talk the Slip Skirt Trend for 2025
The slip skirt is a garment that has been in and out of fashion for decades. In the 1920s, slips as we know now became popular to ration fabrics; you could rewear a slip instead of adding a lining to a skirt or dress. Slips became a fashion statement thanks to both the dress trends…
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Teacher Capsule Wardrobe for Fall
Many of you have asked for a more relaxed capsule wardrobe. Looks that are more casual but refined for everyday, and specific requests for a teacher capsule wardrobe for fall. This collection is for you! A mix of classic with a hint of whimsy, this capsule wardrobe is comfortable yet polished. It can also be…
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The 8 Best Insoles for Flats and Dress Shoes
You found the perfect pair of shoes. They're delicate and beautiful and complete your outfit… but you really wish they had a bit more cushioning and/or arch support. Been there, and I've got you with the best insoles for flats and dress shoes that have been road tested by me, my friends, or other members…
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Since 2005, Wardrobe Oxygen has offered real-life personal style advice for grown women. Capsule wardrobes, travel guides, inclusive fashion, and the personal style and outfits of Alison Gary, a 40-something working mom and style consultant.
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Over-40 Beauty
Over-40 makeup and skincare, reviews of beauty brands, application tips, and my journey to embrace my thinning curly hair in midlife
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Travel in Midlife
Midlife travel (solo, with family, with friends), packing advice, hotel recaps + more
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Capsule Wardrobes
Relatable style made simple: capsules and packing lists for travel, work, special occasions, and the everyday.
Perimenopause + Midlife
Navigating perimenopause, aging parents, children becoming adults, and other aspects of midlife
Let's Talk Bras
Bras, undies, shapewear, sleepwear, and other intimates for grown women
Chic + Comfy Shoes
Honest shoe reviews, stylish advice, with a focus on comfort and support.
Welcome to Wardrobe Oxygen!
This is a safe space for grown-ass women who still give a sh*t but have fewer f*cks to give. Wardrobe Oxygen is here to translate the trends and help you know which ones to care about and which to ignore. Regular capsule wardrobes to assist you in having big style with a small closet. Honest reviews of fashion and labels to know which ones deserve your hard-earned money. And how to be stylish on your terms within your available time and lifestyle. I'm so glad to have you here!
–Alison Gary, Editor-in-Chief
Sustainable Style
Sustainable fashion brand reviews, ethical style tips, DIY methods for updating your closet, and more
The Business of Blogging
You deserve to be an informed consumer. Behind the scenes of blogs, influencers, and websites
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