Yesterday I shared a piece titled, The FoMO Closet and many of you said that purchasing multiples is what you do, and it works for you. I read your emails, your comments, and your discussion on message boards. And I hear you loud and clear. I too purchase multiples. If something is perfect, it… Continue Reading When Multiples Make Sense, and When it Becomes FoMO
Preach it, Lily Allen! Thanks to my friend Lexa for sending the video to me this morning. I just HAD to share it with all of you! Do note, there are NSFW lyrics and the occasional word on the screen of the video. Enjoy at your desk with headphones. Update: It seems a few don’t… Continue Reading A New Anthem…
When I used to regularly perform closet makeovers, the most common issue I saw was women stockpiling clothing. They’d find a sweater they liked, and would purchase two in black, three in other colors, and often have a few still with tags on stored carefully for the time when the ones in rotation needed to… Continue Reading The FoMO Closet
In the past year, I have made a concerted effort to feature more brands with heart. Be they companies who produce their product in the United States, products made with sustainable materials or created via Fair Trade, brands that give back to their communities, or small businesses who want to change the face of retail,… Continue Reading Small Business Sunday: Appalatch
It’s amazing that it’s 2013 and we still have people commenting and criticizing our choice to have me be the parent who works outside the home, and Karl the one who cares for Emerson. At least once a month I have someone ask if my husband had to because he was laid off; if… Continue Reading Choosing a Positive Life
Blazer: Vince Camuto (similar) | Top: Ann Taylor (similar) | Belt: Ann Taylor (similar) | Pants: “Cameron” c/o Dobbin Clothing | Shoes: MICHAEL Michael Kors “Flex” | Bracelet: Nordstrom (similar) | Watch: Citizen c/o WatchCo One of the biggest questions I receive from readers is what to do with waist gap. It seems that few… Continue Reading What I Wore: Smart Slacks
Blazer: MYNT 1792 c/o Gwynnie Bee | Tee: Armorlux (gift from reader) | Jeans: Gap | Shoes: Ivanka Trump “Indicon” | Necklace: eBay | Bracelet: Nordstrom (similar) | Watch: Citizen c/o WatchCo | Scarf: Nordstrom (last year on clearance – similar) One thing I tire of quickly is jackets. I can get the coolest blazer… Continue Reading What I Wore: Oxblood and Indigo
I need flat, stylish shoes that I can wear with socks on chilly fall and winter days. I love the way that ballet flats look but obviously socks don’t work with them. I have low, black, ankle boots with a kitten heel, but need to mix it up with some other work-appropriate shoes (meaning, no… Continue Reading Ask Allie: What Flat Shoes Look Good with Socks?
Shirt: Gap | Skirt: eBay | Shoes: MICHAEL Michael Kors “Flex” | Necklace: c/o Ruth Barzel Jewelry Design | Bracelets: Nordstrom As a curvy gal, heavy and stiff fabrics can often hide what I want to show off and add bulk where I don’t want it. I like this shirt from Gap because it’s very… Continue Reading What I Wore: Glam Plaid