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Scenes from a Friday night…

We started at @littleblackbirddc a new wine bar in Cleveland Park where we had great food, drink, and conversation into the evening. We then headed down the street to @atomicbilliards for a whole different experience and to keep the conversation going. I treasure my friendships with @sylviacolella (who had a birthday recently), @districtofchic, and @blonde_inthedistrict they’re the real deal 🥰

My dress is @adamlippes borrowed via @renttherunway and Cheetos with Sauvignon Blanc is a really fun pairing!
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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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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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Capsule Wardrobes, Fashion Advice, Outfit Posts · March 15, 2018

Capsule Wardrobe for the Work from Home Woman

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Whether you're working at home on the computer or chasing after little ones, this is a capsule wardrobe for you. I've been working from home for the past few months and this capsule wardrobe is based upon what I have been wearing and found the easiest, most stylish, and versatile for the occasions that come up when working from home. Comfortable, available at a variety of price points, and machine washable, this is also a great capsule wardrobe for stay at home moms and weekends.

Capsule Wardrobe for Working from Home

capsule wardrobe for working from home or for stay at home momsShop Similar:
Ponte jeans (plus option) | Stretchy jeans (plus option) | Refined backpack | Cableknit sweater (comes in a good range of sizes) | Poncho-like sweater (plus option) | V-neck tunic sweater (comes in a good range of sizes) | Striped knit (plus option) | V-neck knit (plus option) | Turtleneck (plus option) | Ponte blazer (plus option – I own this one and love it) | Denim jacket (plus option) | Sweater coat (plus option) | Pashmina | Square scarf | Statement earrings | On-trend yet classic sunglasses | On-trend cap | Sturdy boots | Warm slipper with rubber sole | Pointed-toe comfortable flats

Sample Outfits from the Work from Home Capsule Wardrobe

With 20 pieces including shoes and accessories I created 30 outfits to get you through a month of working from home, coffee dates, lunch meetings, and more. Click on any thumbnail graphic in the gallery to see the full-size images and descriptions. Hover over the images to find arrows to advance and go back within the gallery. If there’s an ad in the way, x it out to read captions. Click the X at the top right of an enlarged image to close the gallery and return to this blog post.

Casual weekend or work from home outfit with a cream cable knit sweater, denim jacket, stretchy skinny jeans, black harness boots, and a black baker boy cap
Casual weekend or work from home outfit featuring stretchy skinny jeans, a denim jacket, Breton tee, black and white printed bandana, black harness boots, and black baker boy cap
Casual work from home look featuring skinny stretch jeans, a denim jacket, black layering turtleneck, black harness boots, black baker boy cap, and gold Argento Vivo hoop earrings.
Casual work from home style featuring leggings, a Madewell denim jacket, layering turtleneck, baker boy cap, black harness boots, and a red passim scarf looped around the neck.
Casual work from home look featuring leggings, a denim jacket, Breton stripe top, black harness boots, a black Dagne Dover backpack, and are pashmina looped around the neck.
Casual work from home outfit featuring leggings, denim jacket, Breton top, Rothy's flats in red camp, a black baker boy cap and black Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses.
Casual work from home outfit featuring a black ponte knit blazer styled with leggings and a Breton stripe tee and accessorized with red camouflage Rothy's flats and a black and white scarf.
Work from home style: A black ponte knit blazer styled with a grey v-neck linen tee, denim leggings, black harness boots, and a black and white bandana.
A pair of stretch skinny jeans with a green v-neck tunic sweater, black baker boy cap, black Ray-Ban Wayfarer sunglasses, gold Argento Vivo earrings, black harness boots, and a black and white scarf.
Styling pieces from a work from home capsule wardrobe featuring skinny stretch jeans, Breton tee, tunic sweater, harness boots, and Argento Vivo gold statement earrings.
Capsule Wardrobe for a Work at Home Woman or SAHM featuring a Barefoot Dreams cardigan, linen v-neck tee, leggings, and UGG slippers
Capsule wardrobe for the work at home woman featuring a Barefoot Dreams chenille cardigan, Breton top, skinny stretch jeans, Frye harness boots, and sunglasses
Black cashmere poncho over a black layering turtleneck with skinny jeans, black harness boots, and Wayfarer sunglasses
Capsule wardrobe for the stay at home mom or work from home woman teleworker. Layering a cashmere poncho over a Breton top with skinny stretch jeans, a baker boy cap, and Frye harness boots.
Capsule wardrobe for the teleworker featuring a black poncho tunic, skinny stretch jeans, and black accessories.
capsule wardrobe for the teleworker featuring soft and comfortable yet chic pieces to mix and match for a month of fashion
capsule wardrobe for the teleworker featuring soft and comfortable yet chic pieces to mix and match for a month of fashion
capsule wardrobe for the teleworker featuring soft and comfortable yet chic pieces to mix and match for a month of fashion
capsule wardrobe for the teleworker featuring soft and comfortable yet chic pieces to mix and match for a month of fashion
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capsule wardrobe for the teleworker featuring soft and comfortable yet chic pieces to mix and match for a month of fashion
capsule wardrobe for the teleworker featuring soft and comfortable yet chic pieces to mix and match for a month of fashion
capsule wardrobe for the teleworker featuring soft and comfortable yet chic pieces to mix and match for a month of fashion
capsule wardrobe for the teleworker featuring soft and comfortable yet chic pieces to mix and match for a month of fashion
capsule wardrobe for the teleworker featuring soft and comfortable yet chic pieces to mix and match for a month of fashion
capsule wardrobe for the teleworker featuring soft and comfortable yet chic pieces to mix and match for a month of fashion
capsule wardrobe for the teleworker featuring soft and comfortable yet chic pieces to mix and match for a month of fashion
capsule wardrobe for the teleworker featuring soft and comfortable yet chic pieces to mix and match for a month of fashion

Neutrals with a Pop of Color for a Cohesive Capsule Wardrobe

This wardrobe is primarily neutrals with a pop of red. Neutrals are great because they are less memorable, easier to mix and match, and are better with hiding stains. With a base of neutrals you need fewer clothes, and therefore can possibly afford better quality and be more careful with buying replacements that are truly the right fit, style, and type for you. Neutrals don't have to be black and grey; consider navy, olive, burgundy, dark teal, or camel. While I used red as a statement color, this could really be any color or mix of colors you desire.

Machine Washable and Durable Capsule Wardrobe Pieces

Since this capsule wardrobe is based upon many items I already own and love, I can give some backstory. I have the same ponte jeans I linked to; they're heavier weight than leggings and with a proper fly, buttons, and jean detail it's a bit more coverage when not wearing long tops and sweaters. I've thrown them in the dryer without issue. I have a different cardigan from Barefoot Dreams (this one) and it has been washed several times without issue, but I line dry it. The sweater I linked to is a crewneck, which I have as well as the turtleneck version (no longer available). I trust LL Bean and Lands' End for great sweaters that can take a beating. I've never been much of a turtleneck fan until I worked from home. It's a way to stay cozy without a lot of bulk; Lands' End has great layering turtlenecks as does J. Crew. I have both ponte blazers that I linked to above; only one I have washed and it's the plus size option and I line dried it. However, other readers have told me they have laundered both without issue.

Accessories are Essential to any Capsule Wardrobe

Accessories are what can take these pieces from sloppy to chic. Dark sunglasses in a cool yet not too trendy style can hide dark circles or lack of makeup. A pair of statement earrings that aren't too trendy can make a messy bun or updo look purposeful. I'm a big fan of caps to hide a bad hair day or outgrown roots. A baker boy cap is a popular look this season and easy to find at any pricepoint; berets are also a great option that may better fit your personal style. These will look more chic than a baseball cap or beanie. While in the house, a pair of slippers may make the most sense; choose a style with a rubber sole so you can wear them to get the mail, let out the dog, or sign for that FedEx package. When leaving the house, you can still be comfortable without looking like you just left the gym. A pair of slip-on engineer boots with a low sole at the door can be pulled on over slim jeans and pants and add style to wardrobe basics. I am a fan of Rothy's flats, which are made from recycled water bottles. They have a cushy sole, stretch, are machine washable, and come in a great variety of colors and patterns. Scarves are fantastic for finishing a look. I love a pashmina which adds warmth and a pop of color; a square scarf or bandana is perfect for tying around the throat to make a simple tee and cardigan or jacket look like a proper ensemble. I also often tie scarves like these on the handle of my purse, in my jean's beltloops, or even over my hair to add interest to a look.

A backpack may seem like an unlikely choice for everyday purse, but I've found it to be the best choice for me since I started working from home. It has a sleeve for my laptop, pockets to organize and compartmentalize, and space to hold small purchases, a snack, things for my family. I like being able to wear it on my back to lighten the load and wear it on my front when on public transportation or in a crowd. I own this exact backpack and with it's all black hardware, it's very sleek looking and works well with these outfits. If black isn't your thing, this bag comes in a variety of colors, all with matching colored zippers and hardware.

That's not to say you won't find me some days working in my pajama pants or loungewear. However, by having pieces like this in my closet it makes it easier to quickly slip on an outfit before taking my daughter to school or powering on my laptop. I find when I feel pulled together I perform better, and I am more willing to leave the house to socialize, get a change of environment, or network. I know many of you work from home, I'd love to read your tips or hear about your typical outfits in the comments below!

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  1. Kate says

    March 7, 2021 at 3:45 pm

    Curious is you have swaps for summer or warmer seasons?

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    • Alison Gary says

      March 11, 2021 at 10:27 am

      I have several other capsule wardrobes for all seasons at: https://www.wardrobeoxygen.com/category/fashion-advice/capsule-wardrobe/

      Reply
  2. Teddie says

    March 22, 2018 at 12:11 pm

    These pieces are fantastic and I love that many of them are affordable and/or on-sale. I agree that bum-coverage is important but it seems like one would be able to find options that do that for each top. A dress would be great though! One question: the v-neck tunic shown in the photo has fantastic pockets. Is that exact sweater not available? The J. Jill link sweater is great too (and on sale), but I’d love me some pockets. Thank you!

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  3. Isi says

    March 18, 2018 at 9:38 am

    Great post! I’m doing my PhD and work from home some days, so I’ve been thinking about comfy but not ratty clothes lately. I value comfort in my normal clothes too – no drycleaning only, constricting clothes or uncomfortable shoes for me. But I’ve recently come to appreciate that when staying at home, I’ll still tend to even more comfy stuff, like pull-on pants, stretch, little accessories etc. What’s always important for me at home is to have my bottom covered – stresses, long shirts and tunics, when though I don’t like them for business wear. So I’d add a sweater dress or thick jersey dress to your capsule! Also, of course, more color!!! But that’s just me 😉
    Oh and “pubic transportation” made me snort in a very unladylike manner! 😀 (sorry, I work as an editor, so i always notice spelling errors)

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    • Alison Gary says

      March 18, 2018 at 11:40 am

      Oh my goodness, what a typo! Fixed, thank you!! 🙂

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  4. CG says

    March 17, 2018 at 1:08 pm

    I have an amazing grey coatigan from Woolovers, and I’m here to say that it has been one of the most flexible, useful garments I think I’ve ever owned. Everyone should have one and the one in your post looks like it could be dressed up nicely, too. I work from home and this wardrobe makes PERFECT sense to me ☺️

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    • Alison Gary says

      March 17, 2018 at 7:00 pm

      Yay and agree on the value of a coatigan!

      Reply
  5. Bridget says

    March 16, 2018 at 7:54 am

    This is great! I’m doing a test capsule wardrobe as I prepare for a move in the next month; it’s great to have some variety but also make my life easier.

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      March 16, 2018 at 9:18 am

      Let me know how it goes!

      Reply
  6. Chris says

    March 15, 2018 at 8:38 pm

    I have several 100% cotton knit tees, tanks, turtlenecks from both Lands End and LL Bean. Some are many years old, 10 or more. Garments keep their color, shape, and can take a beating and be washed many, many times. Regular prices aren’t bad and with the frequent sales, you can snag a selection for a reasonable price.

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    • Alison Gary says

      March 16, 2018 at 9:18 am

      Great tip and I agree!

      Reply
  7. Krista Alexander says

    March 15, 2018 at 12:05 pm

    This couldn’t have come at a better time. I’m in such a rut. I spend my days keeping house, running errands and chauffeuring teenagers. Occasionally I volunteer at school. I have several of these pieces already. Thank you!!

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    • Alison Gary says

      March 16, 2018 at 9:19 am

      My pleasure!

      Reply
  8. Patricia says

    March 15, 2018 at 9:54 am

    This is pretty much how I dress. I have most of these items already in my closet except the olive v neck and long sweater coat. I’m on team casual.

    Right now my wardrobe is limited to elastic waist pants and tops I can ease on my right arm or are front zip or my husband’s button front shirts. Bras are off the table for now.

    Fractured right shoulder post op. But I still want to look nice.

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    • Alison Gary says

      March 15, 2018 at 10:22 am

      I know how hard it is to get dressed with one arm, I feel for you and am sending you swift healing vibes!

      Reply
      • Patricia says

        March 15, 2018 at 7:47 pm

        Appreciate the healing vibes. I remember reading about your struggles. I am a lot older but on the plus side, I’m retired and don’t have a small child to raise, let alone the responsibility of looking chic and stylish while rocking a cast.

        This too will pass.

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        • Alison Gary says

          March 16, 2018 at 9:19 am

          <3

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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.

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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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