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Author: Alison Gary

Since 2005, Alison Gary of Wardrobe Oxygen has been providing real-life style advice to grown women. With a focus on capsule wardrobes and size-inclusive fashion, Wardrobe Oxygen encourages women to achieve big style with a small closet. Alison Gary has over a decade of experience in apparel, visual merchandising, and styling women of every age, size, shape, and budget. She has been featured in publications such as The Washington Post, The New York Times, Redbook, and WhoWhatWear.
Fall | Outfit Posts

What I Wore: Hanging Out

Romper: Love in Harlem | Denim Jacket: J. Crew Factory | Sunglasses: Ray-Ban | Sandals: Birkenstocks | Earrings: Amazon | Bracelet: Had forever (similar) | Necklace: Chain with various charms I’ve collected over the years In my reader survey one of the things many of you requested is pictures of more casual of outfits. You…

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the bynn capella nikki clutch bag made in the USA featured by Wardrobe Oxygen an over 40 fashion blog
Fall | Outfit Posts

What I Wore: Maximum Effect

Skirt: Etsy | Shirt: Gap (this year’s version) | Bag: c/o Brynn Capella | Earrings: Amazon | Bracelet: Had forever (similar) I love my midi-length Ankara skirt and when I saw this maxi skirt on Etsy I had to have it! If you follow me on Instagram (which you should – more outfits and behind…

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Fashion Advice

How to Wear It: Feeling Fall in a Warm Weather Climate

“I will be wanting wear fall long before fall actually happens down here. I really want to wear the “marsala” and “olive” that are on trend, but have been coming up short at my usual places for top pieces. I was hoping for a top I could wear to community meetings (business casual) with dark…

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the search for the perfect stripe tee
Fashion Advice

The Search for the Perfect Striped Tee

Last spring, I purchased a navy and white stripe bateau-neck tee from J. Crew (you can see me wearing it here). I bought it on a whim; it was on sale with an additional percentage off. I needed another striped shirt like I needed a hole in my head but I bought it anyway. A…

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Trying Le Tote: My Experience with the Clothing and Accessory Rental Company
Fashion Advice

Trying Le Tote: My Experience with the Clothing and Accessory Rental Company

You all know my love for Gwynnie Bee, but many of you have asked if there is a similar program for those who are smaller than a size 10. Le Tote is also a clothing rental company, but with a different concept. Le Tote helps you curate a box of not just clothing but accessories….

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What I Wore: Slither Wardrobe Oxygen wearing a snakeprint Karen Kane dress via Gwynnie Bee
Outfit Posts | Fall

What I Wore: Slither

Dress: Karen Kane c/o Gwynnie Bee (standard size, plus size) | Bag: HOBO (similar)  | Earrings: Amazon | Bracelet: had forever (similar) | Shoes: Nine West | Lipstick: ‘Justice’ via The Elixery When I stopped by the Gwynnie Bee Inspired By You Tour last month, I had the chance to try on this dress (this…

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poncho styling tips for fall by wardrobe oxygen
Corporate Fashion | Fashion Advice

Mastering the Poncho Trend for Fall

I just got back from a trip to Europe and ponchos were EVERYWHERE! I never really liked the look before, but this time around I’m actually thinking about getting one. Can you recommend a few styles that might work for more than one season? How do I style it other than over skinny jeans? Which…

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Gwynnie Bee Inspired By You Tour DC
Plus Size Fashion | Fashion Advice

Gwynnie Bee Inspired By You Tour: The DC Stop

A couple weeks ago, Gwynnie Bee came to DC for a stop on their Inspired By You Tour. This is such a cool concept; Gwynnie Bee connects with members in a city, gives them a chance to check out the upcoming collection, lets the members be models for a day. Gwynnie Bee is awesome for…

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Fashion Advice

A Life, Replotted: On Renewal

It’s been twenty years since I’ve reported to a classroom on the Tuesday after Labor Day in an outfit carefully chosen ahead of time, but I still associate September with renewal. New classes. New clothes. New pens. New notebooks. And most welcome, a change of season. In September, the weather can reach 75 degrees and…

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