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Night and day…

Met three dear friends for an early dinner that went on until after the sun set. Great food and conversation with some great women!

The dress is @adamlippes and I borrowed it from @renttherunway. The bag is @jcrew and a splurge but I regretted not buying it the last time they offered this bag and this color is SO me. I mean, look how great it is with these many years old suede heeled sandals? Meant to be!

This color combination makes me so happy, and this dress was comfy even after a decadent meal. We all deserve to experience comfort and joy with our wardrobes! 💛🩷

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If @thechicks are in town you can bet @debbiefaye78 and I will be there! So when we heard they were coming to @merriweatherpp we were so excited. And their concert did not disappoint. As always, a phenomenal show! If The Chicks come to your neck of the woods I highly recommend you go!

Okay I know you want to know about what we’re wearing! 

My sister’s caftan is from @anthropologie (bought this summer so maybe you can find on resale sites).

I’m wearing a @bananarepublic dress also from this summer with the @universalstandard denim chore jacket and a hat I got from a @madewell collab a year or so ago. I glammed it up with some gold chains and gold drop earrings, but kept it comfy for a night of standing and dancing with @birkenstock sandals.

This was my first big outing since my eye surgery, and with a pocketful of eye drops I felt good (and grateful we splurged for good seats!).

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For years I’ve trusted @somaintimates for the right bras and the right fit but it had been a while since I visited a Soma boutique to try on all the styles they currently have for a large bust. I must say I was impressed! Knowledgeable staff, extensive collection in larger sizes, and some of the most comfortable and innovative bras in up to H cups! Each body is different but what I loved:

- The Stunning Push-Up: targeted for the DD+ customer gives amazing lift and great shape under fitted knits.

- The Unbelievable Lift Scoop Balconette: sexy, supportive, and so lightweight!

- The Embraceable Wireless: I’ve recommended this wireless bra for large busts for years and was in need for a new one! 

- The Stunning Support Smooth Balconette: this is the perfect t-shirt bra for large busts with padded straps and disappears under knits

- The Stunning Starlet Multi-Way Strapless: recently improved for more support and more comfort, this wireless bra stays put and gives fab shape

I also picked up some of Soma’s iconic Vanishing Edge panties which keep you line-free. The whole Vanishing collection is genius. I loved being able to donate my gently used bras at my local Soma boutique to give to those in need. We all deserve a lift and Soma strives to achieve that. It’s why I’ve been a fan and customer for years and am honored to partner with them. Soma is the perfect fitting bra solution. Visit the link in my bio to shop and to find your local Soma boutique! #SomaPartner #SomaBraFit #SomaStartsWithMe
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If I close my eyes you can’t tell one is still bloodshot 😜

Still recovering from my eye surgery but feeling more myself. Getting dolled up helps me feel me. Bright colors and bold jewelry have been signature Alison since I was a kid! 

Sweater: @favorite.daughter 
Earrings: Amazon
Necklace: @_jennybird (old)
Ring: @realmfinejewelry 
Bra: @lovebravissimo 
Lipstick: @glossier 
Pins as “cufflinks”: vintage

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It was so funny and so quick I couldn’t not share! I bought this @hulkenbag a year ago and use it all the time. Carting shoot supplies, groceries, packing for road trips, and carting donations. This weekend @thenewdealcafe in @cityofgreenbelt hosted a community clothing swap so I made sure my family and I went through our summer wardrobes to gather that which we no longer needed or fit.

This wasn’t the first clothing swap and folks in town know my style (and my job) so there were some waiting for my arrival. Look how fast I cleared out this big bag! Speaking of the bag one other swap attendee said she got herself a Hulken after seeing mine in action!

It’s so great to know our old clothes are getting a good life and this bag makes carting them to the cafe so easy! I got my Hulken on Amazon, it comes in other colors and sizes too: https://amzn.to/48iTY4Y yep the bag is as great as all those ads you see on social media, I’m a big fan!
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Happy gotcha day, Oscar! Four years ago he came into our life and we are so happy to have in our family!

Oscar was a rescue and came with some… quirks. Over the years we have come to understand him and he has come to trust us. He’s a diva, a snuggler, he could play catch for hours, and he’s my husband’s shadow. 

We’ve never had a small breed dog before and it’s a whole different experience. But we adore Oscar and couldn’t imagine our life without him! Thank you for coming into our life Oskie McGoskie! 🐾❤️
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I can see clearly now…

Actually I can’t, but things after my retina surgery are much improved! My next appointment is in a month and I’m cleared to get back into the world (with some restrictions to protect my eye).

With a sclera buckle, it changes your eye shape and now I am nearsighted again (I had lasik a few years ago). Once the eye is stabilized I can get glasses or contacts but until then I’m 20/20 in one eye and right now 20/60 in the other. But the eye is healing beautifully and I feel positive!

And I could see clearly enough to fall for this poppy-colored cotton jumpsuit from @pistoladenim. It comes in a few colors but this one is my favorite. I went with XL (im@a 14, sometimes 16) and likely could have sized down but I enjoy the relaxed fit and the drawstring waistband to create shape. And hello zipper closure making it super easy to get on and off!

My husband took this photo right after my eye appointment, I think it reflects my positive attitude and feeling of hope! 🧡

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Bath & Body, Beauty, Make Up, Skincare · January 3, 2013

Best Beauty Buys of 2012

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As I get older, I purchase fewer beauty products. When I find something I like, I stick with it. So when a new product not only is on my radar but purchased and re-purchased, it’s pretty fabuloso stuff. I did a beauty product recap last year; here’s my favorite beauty products from 2012:

best beauty buys 2012

1. L’Oreal Youth Code BB Cream
Eventually there will be a full review on this site for this product (pending approval since I got my first tube free via L’Oreal and BlogHer), but I can’t not mention it for 2012. I tried the Garnier BB Cream, got a sample of the Smashbox one, and I just didn’t get the BB Cream hype. When L’Oreal sent me their version, I didn’t have high hopes. Well, I get the hype now, and I am a BB Cream convert. This product is thicker than a tinted moisturizer, but far more sheer than a traditional foundation. The L’Oreal Youth Code BB Cream is thick and hydrating but doesn’t get greasy or slide during the day. Unlike other BB Creams, I can apply this one over moisturizers and still get great coverage. It makes my skin look pretty, not just tinted, and I think it does help minimize dark spots and breakouts. I love having a face product I can just rub in and go, this was awesome in the warmer months as well as the winter. My tube is almost empty and I know I will be purchasing another.

2. Dr. Brandt Pores No More
I bought this on a whim, thinking it may reduce the appearance of pores on my nose. Tried it on my nose, HATED it (cakey, false, smelled like tea tree oil and didn’t do much) and considered giving this to my mom. Then I tried it again on my forehead… and I fell in love. This product doesn’t work well on the nose or under the nose where it can be greasy and the pores large but it ROCKS on cheeks and forehead to hide pores and also hide fine lines. I apply a thin layer by patting it onto the skin with my ring finger; I wear on bare skin or over foundation and under powder. You can reapply during the day without it looking cakey if you dot it on and apply sparingly. It dries a bit like a powder so no shiny spots on your face. I really think it does a great job at making my skin look a little less bumpy and wrinkly and such without looking false. And yeah, Pores No More does smell like tea tree oil but the scent subsides and the scent is far less noticeable when not applied directly under your nostrils!

3. Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain
I used to be a beauty product snob and went to the drugstore just for things like a trendy lip color or brow powder. However, in the past couple of years drugstore brands have really improved and the quality often rivals department store and Sephora brands. These crayons from Revlon have better consistency, color choices, packaging, and lasting ability than similar products I have tried from higher-priced brands. Romantic is my jam and as long as Revlon makes this product I will likely purchase it. It makes me feel like Snow White with soft red lips with a hint of natural shine. These crayons also work great under lipsticks or glosses for a completely different effect.

4. Laura Mercier Creme Lip Color in Sparkling Pink
Once I got a mini Laura Mercier lipstick from a Sephora GWP – it was called Champagne Pink and was a beautiful cool mauvy pink. It was tiny, I wore it occasionally, it got lost in a purse. A couple months ago I found it, the cap now cracked in half and the lipstick smashed into said cracked cap. I tried it with a lip brush and still loved it. I loved it so much I wore every bit of smashed lipstick in that smashed cap and the little bit still in the tube. I treated myself this Christmas to a full-sized version of this lipstick, now called Sparkling Pink. Don’t worry, not a single dot of glitter in this creamy, elegant cool rose shade. A perfect daytime lipstick, a perfect nighttime lipstick to pair with a dramatic smoky eye. Feels great on the lips, doesn’t have a strong smell, elegant case. Laura Mercier has yet to do me wrong, I am always a fan of products I buy from this brand!

5. Neil George Detangle Nourishing Spray
I reviewed this product here, but I am STILL a raving fan. Curly hair, straight hair, wet hair, dry hair, this product just makes my hair look better. It smells like coconuts, it lasts a long time, it’s a great style refresher when I go out after work. I am almost finished with my second bottle and already have a third waiting in the linen closet as I can’t imagine a day without this spray!

6. Maybelline Line Stiletto
I know, I am so late to the game with this one but it is now my favorite liquid liner on the planet (original review here). The Brownish Black makes a statement but isn’t too intense or shiny for the office. Now that I wear glasses, I wear this liner almost daily to make my eyes stand out. You can get a really skinny line right against the lash line or a dramatic cat-eye swoop with little effort. I consider this a Holy Grail product – I have found my liner for life.

7. Olay Smooth Finish Facial Hair Removal Duo
I reviewed this product here, but I know many of you scroll right past my sponsored posts. No worries, I get it, but do know what I state in those posts may be a bit glossy, but never false. This is another product I received for free, but loved so much I repurchased when I ran out. I have hair on my upper lip, and I don’t like how it looks. Every few weeks, I use this product and the hair is gone. No redness, no numbness, no irritation, no terrible smell. I can do it, slap on my makeup and head to work without any worries. It gets the job done, is reasonably priced, and easy to use. Big fan.

8. Phyto Phytophanere Dietary Supplement – Hair & Nails
I think I bought this at the same time I purchased the Dr. Brandt No More Pores. Had a good month on the blog and splurged on a couple beauty products. These pills get mixed reviews, but my hair had been looking old and tired, dry and brittle. A doctor said it’s normal for my hair to be like that as I age, especially with the changing seasons. I couldn’t just accept straw, so I started washing my hair less frequently, tried changing my shampoo, used hot tools less often, added more good fats to my diet, continued my water intake… and started taking these pills. I am now on my second bottle. Yes, they are pricey, but now, I just have strong hair and nails that are naturally shiny. Go ahead and look through my outfit posts and see the difference in my hair the past few weeks (I really started seeing the difference around the time I went to Key West). It took about a month to see any results other than a bit of constipation the first week and excessively oily hair the first two weeks (just used more dry shampoo), but after that the body regulated itself and in about a month I really noticed a difference.

And now I ask you readers, what are your favorite new beauty products from the past year? 
Many of my Holy Grail products are thanks to your recommendations, and I’d love to hear what you are loving and buying!

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  1. Meredith says

    January 15, 2013 at 9:47 am

    I bought the Olay Smooth Finish because of you, this stuff is amazing, and I am so glad that I got it. I have super sensitive skin and was afraid that it would burn, but it is simply fantastic! Thank you so much for introducing me to this!

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      January 15, 2013 at 10:39 am

      Oh yay, glad it works for you too! 🙂

      Reply
  2. bubu says

    January 9, 2013 at 12:58 pm

    A bit late but had to tell you I tried the Maybelline stilletto after seeing your rave review here, and love it! I have blue eyes and light lashes so it’s very easy for me to get washed out. I thought the liner would be too much, but it is perfect, and creates a seamless connection with the mascara and my eyes seem to just double in size. And easy to apply – I got the hang of it the first time. Thanks so much!

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      January 9, 2013 at 1:07 pm

      How wonderful! So glad you like it too! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Kathryn says

    January 4, 2013 at 8:01 am

    Does the BB cream hide circles under the eyes?

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      January 4, 2013 at 8:10 am

      Not really; I wear it with Laura Mercier concealer

      Reply
  4. MamaCheshire says

    January 3, 2013 at 9:00 pm

    Revlon ColorBurst lip butters are so much happy-making for me. They just feel awesome. I find that they tend to fade off quickly, though, so I might try the Just Bitten and see if it stays better. 🙂

    Reply
  5. Catherine Harper says

    January 3, 2013 at 7:48 pm

    I love Laura Mercier, too, and her Caviar Stick Eye Colours are amazing, especially for summer. I only recently discovered Kerastase Cristalliste Lumiere Liquide after I got a sample in a beauty box, and though it is for long, straight hair (mine is short and curly), it is amazing. I ordered a full-size bottle because I love it that much! (I found it for a good price on Amazon.) Thanks so much for sharing your beauty products: I still need to check out the Revlon balm.

    Reply
  6. Jamie says

    January 3, 2013 at 6:44 pm

    This is an end-of-the-year best of 2012, since I just got it as a Christmas gift, but I have to share because I’m very impressed: Origins VitaZing SPF 15 energy-boosting moisturizer, sheer tint release (how’s that for a mouthful!). I’ve tried quite a few tinted moisturizers and BB creams, but something was always off…too cakey, too orange or white, too oily. This one does two things that I love: evens my skin tone and makes my skin glow! I don’t feel like I need to wear as much makeup when I wear it, and the effect in photos is especially nice. I’m a fan!

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      January 3, 2013 at 7:03 pm

      Sounds fabulous, thank you for mentioning it!

      Reply
  7. April says

    January 3, 2013 at 4:47 pm

    I changed my skincare routine this year, and now I get tons of compliments on my skin from friends and strangers. Lately people keep assuming I’m in college! (I’m 31.) The biggest change is that I don’t wash my face with tap water anymore. I got this idea from Garance Dore’s blog. So I clean my skin with Bioderma Crealine H2O, spray it with Avene Thermal Water, then moisturize. I kept changing my moisturizer because I hadn’t found one I was crazy about, but right now I’m using and loving Caudalie Premières Vendanges Moisturizing Cream. For day, I add Clarins UV Tinted lotion, which only uses physical sunblocks, not chemical sunscreens. My skin is super sensitive to chemical sunscreens.

    For curly hair, the new Paul Mitchell Curls line is AWESOME. When I want to wear my hair curly, those products add serious curl. I use the shampoo, leave-in conditioner (I’ve previously never like leave-ins) and the Ultimate Wave.

    For body, I’m in love with Caudalie Divine Oil. It’s pretty pricey, but I wear it like a fragrance most of the time. It’s a great for body, hair, nails, bath, and massages, though I was actually hooked by the fragrance: very modern and warm.

    Btw, I just love your product posts, Allie. 😉 Probably because we use a lot of the same stuff!

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      January 3, 2013 at 4:49 pm

      And I LOVE your comments on these posts because I always find new products to love. THANK YOU for these recommendations, I may have to treat myself to some of this for my birthday!!!

      Reply
  8. Martha says

    January 3, 2013 at 3:14 pm

    fyi: half of these are on sale at CVS right now! I might have pulled up your post while I was browsing the aisles…

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      January 3, 2013 at 3:24 pm

      Awesome!!

      Reply
  9. AvgGirlsGuide says

    January 3, 2013 at 3:12 pm

    wow, really enjoyed reading your recap. always nice to hear from others, and i’m beyond late to the game: i need to try that liquid liner!

    Reply
  10. Kimberlee VDW says

    January 3, 2013 at 2:25 pm

    I loved the Olay Smooth Finish product as well! I like all the chunky lip stains from Revlon to Clinique. Thanks for sharing the other products 🙂

    Reply
  11. Laurie Fleming says

    January 3, 2013 at 12:54 pm

    Have you used the LM tinted moisturizer? If so, do you like the L’Oreal BB cream better? (I’m running out to get the Olay Facial Duo right now!)

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      January 3, 2013 at 12:59 pm

      I never liked the LM or any tinted moisturizer for that matter. I don’t think they give enough coverage to be worthwhile, they just melt away on me. I like that the L’Oreal BB Cream is a bit thicker -it’s almost like a mousse, and it doesn’t fade during the day. While it’s nowhere near as opaque as a foundation, it does have more coverage than any of the tinted moisturizers I have tried and far more staying power through heat, humidity, sweat, and time. 🙂

      Reply
    • Jessica says

      January 3, 2013 at 9:15 pm

      I used the LM tinted moisturizer, but since starting to use the L’oreal BB about 6 months ago….I will not be going back. I like the texture and coverage of the BB much better (and the price!) I also use the BB under my mineral makeup when I want heavier coverage.

      Reply
  12. Dionne says

    January 3, 2013 at 11:56 am

    My favorite discovery this last year was a hair product called Gritty Business by Kevin Murphy. I’m not sure it would work for long hair, but on short hair this stuff is amazing. It’s got clay and beeswax in it, but it’s not drying, and gives you incredible options for style. You want animé hair? You can have animé hair.

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      January 3, 2013 at 12:01 pm

      Nice! Thanks for the recommendation! My sister has short hair, I’ll tell her about it (and then try it out on my hair ;-)! )

      Reply
  13. Meagan Kyla says

    January 3, 2013 at 11:43 am

    I also love the Olay Facial Duo, it also doesn’t leave a funky smell on your skin. Hooray!

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      January 3, 2013 at 11:45 am

      Exactly! Thank goodness for modern technology – after all these years it’s about time someone makes a depilatory that doesn’t stink!

      Reply
  14. MJ says

    January 3, 2013 at 11:39 am

    I love the youth code BB Cream! I switched over about a month ago and have been very happy. I will have to try the Revlon lip crayons, I’ve found most crayons in the past a bit drying. Do you use the regular strength or coarse hair version? You don’t have to answer that! I just am curious bc I’ve used the regular and am thinking I need to try the stronger version..Thanks for sharing your top beauty products!

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      January 3, 2013 at 11:45 am

      I don’t find these crayons as drying as others; the only ones I like are these and the Vinyl-like finish ones made by Sephora.

      I think I use the one for normal hair, I honestly am not sure!

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Met three dear friends for an early dinner that went on until after the sun set. Great food and conversation with some great women!

The dress is @adamlippes and I borrowed it from @renttherunway. The bag is @jcrew and a splurge but I regretted not buying it the last time they offered this bag and this color is SO me. I mean, look how great it is with these many years old suede heeled sandals? Meant to be!

This color combination makes me so happy, and this dress was comfy even after a decadent meal. We all deserve to experience comfort and joy with our wardrobes! 💛🩷

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If @thechicks are in town you can bet @debbiefaye78 and I will be there! So when we heard they were coming to @merriweatherpp we were so excited. And their concert did not disappoint. As always, a phenomenal show! If The Chicks come to your neck of the woods I highly recommend you go!

Okay I know you want to know about what we’re wearing! 

My sister’s caftan is from @anthropologie (bought this summer so maybe you can find on resale sites).

I’m wearing a @bananarepublic dress also from this summer with the @universalstandard denim chore jacket and a hat I got from a @madewell collab a year or so ago. I glammed it up with some gold chains and gold drop earrings, but kept it comfy for a night of standing and dancing with @birkenstock sandals.

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If I close my eyes you can’t tell one is still bloodshot 😜

Still recovering from my eye surgery but feeling more myself. Getting dolled up helps me feel me. Bright colors and bold jewelry have been signature Alison since I was a kid! 

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Earrings: Amazon
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Bra: @lovebravissimo 
Lipstick: @glossier 
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We’ve never had a small breed dog before and it’s a whole different experience. But we adore Oscar and couldn’t imagine our life without him! Thank you for coming into our life Oskie McGoskie! 🐾❤️

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I can see clearly now…

Actually I can’t, but things after my retina surgery are much improved! My next appointment is in a month and I’m cleared to get back into the world (with some restrictions to protect my eye).

With a sclera buckle, it changes your eye shape and now I am nearsighted again (I had lasik a few years ago). Once the eye is stabilized I can get glasses or contacts but until then I’m 20/20 in one eye and right now 20/60 in the other. But the eye is healing beautifully and I feel positive!

And I could see clearly enough to fall for this poppy-colored cotton jumpsuit from @pistoladenim. It comes in a few colors but this one is my favorite. I went with XL (im@a 14, sometimes 16) and likely could have sized down but I enjoy the relaxed fit and the drawstring waistband to create shape. And hello zipper closure making it super easy to get on and off!

My husband took this photo right after my eye appointment, I think it reflects my positive attitude and feeling of hope! 🧡

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I’ll be a bit quiet on here and other channels because I had eye (retinal) surgery this past weekend. I was having what I thought were ocular migraines but come to find out I was experiencing lattice degeneration, which is thinning/holes in the retina. I had surgery Saturday for my right eye and later on they’ll work on the left eye, which isn’t as bad and can be remedied by laser, in office.

I share not because I’m Mrs. Frizzle meets Iris Apfel as I recuperate at home, but because this whole thing has been a lesson on trusting my gut. And I want to remind you to do the same.

As we get older our bodies can feel like strangers. Things are constantly changing and it’s easy to just assume your annual physical will catch anything wrong. But if you slow down and listen to your body you’ll know when things are just a sign of aging and life and what seems unusual. That nagging issue may be something more serious.

And if you’re seeing flashing lights, floaters, spiderwebs or other odd eye things get checked out ASAP. It may be nothing but take it from me, it may actually be something. ❤️

Okay, going back to my big sunglasses caftan recuperation life!

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Aug 30

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Ladies who lunch…

While in Savannah, I made sure to get lunch reservations for me and E at @theoldepinkhouse she loves the color pink, historic homes, and ghost stories so it was a perfect choice! 

Built in 1789 on Reynolds Square, there are stories of guests seeing ghosts, cutlery and wine bottles moving along with an elegant and truly delicious dining. 

While we didn’t see any apparitions, we did have a lovely lunch with impeccable service and after toured all floors of the home. I highly recommend a visit if you’re visiting Savannah!

My dress is from @cosstores (no longer available); hat is @furtalk and bag is @talbotsofficial (no longer available).

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Aug 29

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Scenes from a week in Savannah… 

The three of us (and our dog Oscar!) had a warm and humid but wonderful time exploring Savannah, Georgia earlier this month. Our daughter visited this gorgeous city last summer with her @girlscouts troop but wanted to return to experience more. We let her choose our adventures and play your guide and it was awesome. We cannot wait to visit again, though next time it won’t be August 🥵

For more of our trip check the “Savannah” highlight on my profile page!

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Aug 28

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Stripes are always right…

Y’all know I love stripes and when @universalstandard came out with their Breton-stripe dresses and tops I HAD to try them! As expected, the quality is stellar, the fit boosts my confidence, and I appreciate the range of colors (5 different stripes to choose from) and sizes (00-50). For reference, I’m wearing XS but preferred S for the top and I usually wear a 14 or XL in other brands.

The tote is @able and it’s a soft yet durable leather that just looks better with time. This color (cognac) is one that transitions nicely from summer to fall. 

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#usinthewild #bretonstripes #midsizestyle #midsizefashion #size14 #over40style

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Aug 27

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The family that wears @printfresh together stays together 🥰

Use code wardrobe_oxygen for 15% off your order of size-inclusive organic cotton sleepwear, dresses, bags & more https://glnk.io/qk04/wardrobe-oxygen

I’ve been raving about my Printfresh pajamas for years, my family also wanted to try them. Thank you Printfresh for gifting these for our annual three generation girls’ getaway to Rehoboth Beach, DE. We had a great time and being all matchy matchy in our pajamas was a fun addition! 🐅🍃🥰

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