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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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I had to see… I asked my husband how often he thinks about the Roman Empire, and then asked our 14-year-old 😂
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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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The Business of Blogging · March 3, 2016

My Favorite Over 40 Fashion Blogs

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After my post about MORE Magazine I started thinking about the inspiration I find on the Internet. While I don’t think blogs are a worthy replacement to a quality magazine, I find my regular style inspiration comes from my peers.

Inspiration doesn’t have to come from someone your same age, but as we age our tastes do change and it’s wonderful to see fellow women on the other side of 40 find their personal style and share it with the world. Blogs make it so you can see how a woman thousands of miles away was creative with the same jacket or a similar dress you have in your own closet, and can empower you to be a bit more creative and personal with what you choose to wear every day.

While I follow the fashion blogs of several chic women over 40, I kept this post just to those who live in the United States and have blogs that primarily focus on their personal style and what they wear. I see quite a growth in over 40 blogs in the UK and Australia but the US has yet to catch up. There’s some truly terrific style here in the States and I wanted to showcase it in hopes it may inspires some fellow Americans to embrace their own style, follow and promote these bloggers, and show that our country doesn’t believe style has an expiration date!

MY FAVORITE OVER 40 FASHION BLOGS:

Best Fashion Blogs over 40 - The Rich LIfe on a Budget featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenAdrienne at The Rich Life on a Budget

Best Over 40 Fashion Blogs - Mrs American Made - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenAna at Mrs. American Made

Best Fashion Blogs over 40 - Style at a Certain Age - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenBeth at Style at a Certain Age

Best Over 40 Fashion Blogs - My Small Wardrobe - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenCarelia at My Small Wardrobe

Best Over 40 Fashion Blogs - Style Nudge - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenCherie at Style Nudge

Best Fashion Blogs Over 40 - Senior Style Bible - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenDorrie at Senior Style Bible

Best Over 40 Fashion Bloggers - Erica Bunker DIY Style - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenErica at Erica Bunker DIY Style

Best Over 40 Fashion Blogs - Grown and Curvy Woman - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenGeorgette at Grown and Curvy Woman

Best Over 40 Fashion Blogs - More Than Turquoise - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenJamie at More than Turquoise

Best Over 40 Fashion Blogs - Mama in Heels - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenJanise at Mama in Heels

Best Over 40 Fashion Blogs - Elegantly Dressed and Stylish - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenJess at Elegantly Dressed and Stylish

est Over 40 Fashion Blogs - Style Crone - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenJudith at Style Crone

Best Over 40 Fashion Blogs - J'adore Couture - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenKim at J’Adore Couture

Best Over 40 Fashion Blogs - The Silver Stylist - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenLisa at The Silver Stylist

Best Over 40 Fashion Blogs - Accidental Icon - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenLyn at Accidental Icon

Best Over 40 Fashion Blogs - Chic Over 50 - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenShauna at Chic Over 50

Best Blogs over 40 - Fifty Not Frumpy - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenSusan at Fifty, Not Frumpy

Best Blogs over 40 - Une Femme - featured by popular Washington DC over 40 fashion blogger, Wardrobe OxygenSusan at Une femme d’un certain age

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  1. sheetal says

    October 4, 2017 at 7:25 am

    thank you so much for sharing these.

    Reply
  2. FunkyForty says

    July 12, 2017 at 3:29 pm

    Lovely selection – please do check out http://www.funkyforty.com too 😉

    LOL Yvonne

    Reply
  3. Smc Fashion says

    April 30, 2017 at 4:13 am

    Thank you for such sharings.. they are realy interesting to us. 🙂 And we want more!

    Reply
  4. Bella lauren says

    September 21, 2016 at 11:59 pm

    This is so helpful and interesting to see how fashion bloggers from all over are sharing ideas.It’s great to see them showing different styles of clothing as well.This list also include a sense of style in it.I really appreciate it..Have a look at my site for more ideas about fashion.
    http://paperdollz.co.uk/

    Reply
  5. Shashank Kulshrestha says

    June 10, 2016 at 4:02 am

    Nice post and all of these are some top fashion bloggers. You might
    missed this fashion blog where you can shop for women ethnic wear and
    also can read amazing fashion tips and articles https://thepehnava.com

    Reply
  6. Darlene Fadem says

    March 11, 2016 at 11:26 am

    Love that you highlighted these fabulous, fashionable ladies! I’m already a huge fan/follower of several of them.
    http://whosaprettygirl.com

    Reply
  7. Miranda says

    March 10, 2016 at 1:46 am

    I’d really love a similar list for UK fashion bloggers. As an expat here, it’s hard to know what to follow and US bloggers so often wear clothes hard to access this side of the pond.

    Reply
  8. Dreaming on the Fly says

    March 7, 2016 at 9:07 am

    Great list. Love this! I’m looking for 35+ year old beauty vloggers….anyone to recommend?

    Reply
  9. Happinessatmidlife says

    March 6, 2016 at 2:02 am

    There’s a lot stylist ladies that I have not heard of before. Thanks for sharing this great list!

    Alice

    http://www.happinessatmidlife.com

    Hope to see you Thursday for TBT Fashion link up.

    Reply
  10. Anonymous says

    March 5, 2016 at 1:45 pm

    Even though I am not yet over 40, I still follow a number of these blogs/instagrams because I think the ladies over 40 are more stylish and more practical than the blogs run by the younger ladies. Some of the blogs/instagram feeds run by women in their 20s are really just them modeling free clothes they get from retailers and trying to get you to buy it. Plus, many of them are so skinny (like size zero skinny) that what they are wearing would never look good on an average sized woman. There also is no style or creativity there at all. The stuff they are modeling is more appropriate for a college student then a working woman. Since these younger ladies don’t actually have “real” full time jobs, its understandable why they can’t relate to a woman who must be dressed to work in an office each day.

    Reply
  11. Esraa Bassiouny says

    March 5, 2016 at 8:10 am

    These women are so stylish.
    http://dressmecasual.blogspot.com.eg/

    Reply
  12. Laura - Furiously Chic says

    March 5, 2016 at 6:58 am

    So many inspiring people!
    I don’t know any of them… Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  13. beth djalali says

    March 4, 2016 at 12:36 pm

    it’s a great day to be a woman of any size, shape and age. we’ve come a long way baby! thanks for inspiring us Alison. keep up the good work. and have a very happy friday with that adorable family of yours!
    xoxo beth

    Reply
  14. jess says

    March 4, 2016 at 12:01 pm

    I want to thank you for including me, wonderful to meet other women as well.
    xo jess
    http://www.elegantlydressedandstylish.com

    Reply
  15. DC says

    March 4, 2016 at 11:30 am

    Might I add my friend Glenda at Say What To Twenty? She is a class act!!! And a wise woman!!!

    Reply
  16. LaQuinda Pollard Brewington says

    March 4, 2016 at 11:26 am

    Sure do wish I would have been on your list! Check me out at http://www.SisterLadyGirl.com. But, great collection of stylish ladies. I love it.

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 5, 2016 at 10:22 am

      Thank you for leaving your link, love your style!!

      Reply
    • Lisa S says

      March 7, 2016 at 11:50 pm

      I’m so glad you commented! I am following you now & I love that black midi you’re rocking in many of your recent photos.

      Reply
  17. Susan Street says

    March 4, 2016 at 10:17 am

    I am honored to be included on your list! Thank you!

    Reply
  18. StillBlondeafteralltheseYEARS says

    March 4, 2016 at 9:34 am

    Thank you for this wonderful list! I follow at least 5 of these fabulous ladies (all over the web). May I also note my blog : Still Blonde after all these YEARS? http://stillblondeafteralltheseyears.com Thank you for writing this important article.

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 5, 2016 at 10:22 am

      Thanks for sharing your blog!

      Reply
  19. Susan Kanoff says

    March 4, 2016 at 7:49 am

    Great choices! Love them all!! It’s wonderful to see women of all ages, shapes and sizes showing off fabulous style! Thanks for sharing! Susan http://www.themidlifefashionista.com

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 5, 2016 at 10:23 am

      Thanks for sharing your blog Susan, I love your style and following you on Instagram!

      Reply
      • Susan Kanoff says

        March 5, 2016 at 1:05 pm

        Thanks so much Allie—likewise!

        Reply
  20. Nicole Mölders says

    March 4, 2016 at 12:45 am

    great post

    Reply
  21. Christine says

    March 3, 2016 at 11:30 pm

    Thanks for new leads! I too follow Erica B, Une Femme, Beth D, Style Crone and others. Lovely, lovely inspirational women! There are some terrific bloggers in other countries too. And it’s so interesting to see how fashion bloggers from all over are sharing ideas.

    Reply
  22. Mama in Heels says

    March 3, 2016 at 10:48 pm

    Thank you so much for featuring me. I follow most of these women. It’s so refreshing to see real women being celebrated for their style regardless of their age.

    xo,
    Janise

    Reply
  23. Suzanne Carillo says

    March 3, 2016 at 9:42 pm

    So many wonderful women featured!

    bisous
    Suzanne

    Reply
  24. Tania Stephens says

    March 3, 2016 at 6:05 pm

    These are all amazing women! I follow several of them, and will be checking out the rest. Even though I am no longer in the “40” category, I don’t want to dress older. Age is an attitude, and I am keeping mine young!
    http://www.50isnotold.com

    Reply
    • Susan Young says

      March 26, 2016 at 9:41 pm

      Amen!

      Reply
  25. Cherie James says

    March 3, 2016 at 3:23 pm

    Love this post Allie! I didn’t know about a couple of the featured bloggers, but now I do.
    And, thank you for featuring me. I am honored to be among such a wonderful list of style bloggers.

    Cherie
    STYLE NUDGE
    http://www.stylenudge.com

    Reply
  26. Anamarie says

    March 3, 2016 at 2:02 pm

    This is so timely…I was going to email you the other day to ask if you had a blogroll- I thought you did at one point, but I couldn’t find it. Thanks!

    Reply
  27. LoriM says

    March 3, 2016 at 1:13 pm

    Great list! Most of these were new to me – hmmmm. Can’t wait to check them out.

    Reply
  28. Carelia says

    March 3, 2016 at 1:05 pm

    My goodness!!! This is a terrific list of stylish ladies. Thanks for sharing and also for including my sense of style in this list. I really appreciate it.
    Carelia
    Mysmallwardrobe.com

    Reply
  29. Lisa_Murie says

    March 3, 2016 at 12:30 pm

    Great roundup. I follow a few but it is always nice to discover more. Hope to make your next list!

    Reply
  30. Heather says

    March 3, 2016 at 12:15 pm

    It’s funny, every time I look at pictures of what I’m supposed to be wearing “at my age” I think “those women are so much older than me!” I can’t figure out if I have good genetics or if I’m delusional…

    What I would love is a magazine or blog that tells you, specifically, what the trends are at any given time. I won’t necessarily follow them, but tell me clearly what people are wearing right now, and not vague guesses designed to make me buy ALL THE THINGS…Is the IT look red lips? Purple eyeshadow? French-rolled jeans?

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 3, 2016 at 1:36 pm

      This is tough because we’re not really in a time where trends are so defined. While I love that most anything goes and the world is celebrating independent style, it’s hard to figure out how to be stylish and current with such a mishmosh. You bring up a great point, one I’d like to address in the future if I can clarify my thoughts. Also there is the ability to do updates – not necessarily hot or not, but instead of this consider that for a style refresh or a more modern take on what you already own/wear/like.

      Reply
  31. Karen Bowers says

    March 3, 2016 at 11:40 am

    Thank you! I added some of these to my reader.

    Reply
  32. Heidi says

    March 3, 2016 at 11:38 am

    Thank you so much for this post! As a 49 year old (gulp) who wants to still be stylish, but not mutton dressed as lamb, these are all amazing women. I love the diversity!

    Reply
  33. Kathryn Braun Fenner says

    March 3, 2016 at 11:34 am

    This is so helpful, because I can see the different personal styles and pick the ones that appeal to me!

    Reply
  34. Erica Bunker says

    March 3, 2016 at 11:24 am

    Thanks so much for including me! And also for introducing me to new bloggers to follow!

    Reply
    • Ginger says

      March 3, 2016 at 1:02 pm

      I am in awe of Erica’s skills.

      Reply
      • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

        March 3, 2016 at 1:33 pm

        Right? The clothes she creates floor me. She’s also a great Instagram follow to see her sewing skills, her inspiration, but also she’s inspiring with her fitness updates!

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  35. Patricia says

    March 3, 2016 at 10:30 am

    I”m pinning this one. I do read some of these (or follow on Instagram) but there’s so much more I can learn.
    I’ve learned from various style blogs: today I’m wearing skinny jeans (even though I’m not) hot pink sweater with indigo print scarf and a hot pink coat. A lot of color for me who usually wears black and beige but I’m liking it.

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 3, 2016 at 1:36 pm

      Sounds fantastic, Patricia!

      Reply
  36. Brittany V. says

    March 3, 2016 at 10:11 am

    Georgette at Grown and Curvy Woman is a fan of Colin Firth as Mr. Darcy and now I am a fan of Grown and Curvy Woman (and so many more of these blogs!)

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 3, 2016 at 10:15 am

      I got to hang with Georgette at BlogHer and can say that if she seems great on her blog it’s only showing a percentage of her complete awesomeness. She was by far one of the highlights of that conference for me!

      Reply
  37. Susan B. says

    March 3, 2016 at 10:01 am

    Thanks so much for the mention!

    Reply
  38. Liv says

    March 3, 2016 at 9:37 am

    Love discovering new blogs. Thanks for sharing!

    Liv

    http://www.livforstyle.net

    Reply
  39. Lorena Lorena says

    March 3, 2016 at 9:37 am

    Thank you for sharing – I had not seen man of these ! I’ve been missing out.

    Reply
  40. Carrie says

    March 3, 2016 at 8:48 am

    Holy #hairgoals for the Silver Stylist! Love these, but Wardrobe Oxygen is still my favorite. Hands down. 🙂

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

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Earrings: Amazon
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Ring: @realmfinejewelry 
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Lipstick: @glossier 
Pins as “cufflinks”: vintage

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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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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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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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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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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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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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