There’s a part of me who wants to be preppy. To be that fresh faced, girly, outdoorsy, classic. To be that gal with the breezy highlighted hair, crisp chino shorts, who knows her way around a boat and a horse. As I was growing up, I tried to embrace this trend a few times (college… Continue Reading True Fashionista: Interview with Beth Chappo
Tee: Ann Taylor | Skirt: Halogen (similar) | Tights: DKNY | Shoes: Nine West | Ascot: Belonged to my Dad | Pin: Belonged to my cousin | Gold bracelet with tassel: J. Crew (similar) | Gold and blue bracelet: c/o Kristin Biggs, Stella and Dot Today I didn’t feel like wearing anything complicated, but because… Continue Reading Thursday: Mementoes
I purchased these shoes at the Old Town Boutique District Warehouse Sale. While I can figure out how to wear them for work, I was wondering if you could provide me with some suggestions on how to style them in a more casual manner. Cute shoes! I have some VC Signature shoes and find them… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Styling Navy and Oxblood Kitten Heels
I am trying to pare down my wardrobe and have it higher functioning and recently found a black crepe lined dress at a thrift store that fits me like a glove. It has a round neck, short sleeves, darts and seams that make it fit really nicely but not trashy and it comes to my… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Styling a Not-so Little Black Dress
Jacket: Ann Taylor (similar) | Tee: Banana Republic | Jeggings: c/o Karen Kane | Scarf: c/o Nepali by TDM Design | Boots: DUO (similar) | Sunglasses: Gas station in Kentucky Many of you have the day off, but my office is still open. Since most of our clients are government agencies, days like today are… Continue Reading Monday: Casual Monday
This post is sponsored by Gap but all thoughts and words are my own. I recently visited Gap and felt like a kid in a candy store. Adorable jackets, tons of stripes (we all know how I adore stripes), and fun jeans including their new Women’s Skimmer Jeans. Named because they skim the ankles as… Continue Reading Gap Skimmer Jeans: Versatile Style for Now and Spring
Dress: MICHAEL Michael Kors | Ascot: Belonged to my Dad | Bracelets: Nordstrom, Lauren Ralph Lauren, Misc. | Tights: DKNY | Shoes: Nine West | Lipstick: L’Oreal Infallible in Coral Seduction When I have the choice, I pick necklaces, especially if they are shiny. Bold silver or gold, something that catches the light and your… Continue Reading Friday: Mix it Up
Blogger Fashion Trends. They do exist. There are just some styles that bloggers latch on to, and the trend grows like wildfire. Some, I could do without, but many are so popular because they are just so darn wearable on many different shapes and ages of women, and adaptable on varying clothing budgets. While these… Continue Reading True Fashionista: Nancy
What are you doing on March 9th, 2013? Do you live near College Park, Maryland? Like meatballs, Swedish furniture, and me? Well, come to the College Park IKEA for their BYOF Day. BYOF Day at IKEA has giveaways, food specials, and seminars on how to improve your life, including one by yours truly! I, Alison… Continue Reading See Alison Gary of Wardrobe Oxygen Speak at IKEA College Park