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

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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 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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A decade ago I was working full time in an office and was promoted to manage a good portion of my department. My blog was doing quite well, I was featured in local and national publications and websites. I was embracing what I felt to be a polished professional with an edgy vibe. Less color, more interesting accessories, and my first semi-designer bag (I still have that leopard print mini M.A.C. In the back of my closet). 

I have come to embrace color and have way less black in my closet now, but a lot of these looks are timeless and I would wear now… just likely with lower heels! 😂

Do you recall what you were wearing a decade ago? How similar is it to how you dress now?

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Outfit Posts, Spring · May 19, 2017

What I Wore: Fruit and Flowers

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Wardrobe Oxygen in Ellos denim jacket and City Chic Fruit Salad Dress via Gwynnie Beedress | jacket | shoes | bag | earrings

Wardrobe Oxygen in Ellos denim jacket and City Chic Fruit Salad Dress via Gwynnie Bee Wardrobe Oxygen in Ellos denim jacket and City Chic Fruit Salad Dress via Gwynnie Bee Wardrobe Oxygen in Ellos denim jacket and City Chic Fruit Salad Dress via Gwynnie Bee Wardrobe Oxygen in Ellos denim jacket and City Chic Fruit Salad Dress via Gwynnie BeeDress: CityChic via Gwynnie Bee (XS) | Jacket: c/o Ellos (16) | Shoes: Naturalizer | Earrings: Baublebar | Bag: Rebecca Minkoff | Lipstick: Lancome in Le Carmin

When I saw the CityChic Open Rose dress in “Fruit Salad” in Gwynnie Bee's new releases I just had to try it.  Summer is the time of the year to wear all the fun prints, and a dress covered in fruit and flowers is just that.  This dress is available at Gwynnie Bee in several other prints: florals and fireworks and more. While this print may be a bit too wacky for my workplace, I can't wait to wear it to a cookout or date night.

Wardrobe Oxygen in Ellos denim jacket and City Chic Fruit Salad Dress via Gwynnie BeeAnd what makes this dress so great?  I'm wearing my everyday bra with it!  The straps are a hair wider to keep them covered, the back is elasticized/smocked and high enough to cover everything.   Oh yeah, and it has pockets!  As a reminder, if you're in New York City, I'll be at the Gwynnie Bee Flatiron pop-up shop tonight from 5-8pm.  Would love to meet you!

Wardrobe Oxygen in Ellos denim jacket and City Chic Fruit Salad Dress via Gwynnie BeeEllos recently sent me some pieces and this jacket is one of them.  Not knowing the brand well, I decided to go large with sizes and got this denim jacket in 16.  I should have gotten a 14; while it fits really well in the arms and shoulders, the body is a bit too boxy for me.  I'll be honest, the pictures I ended up choosing from the ones Karl took were the ones where the jacket looked the best/less boxy.  But I like the shorter length; it works far better with dresses than my J. Crew Factory denim jacket.  The denim is nice – not too heavy, stretchy but so tightly woven it doesn't look stretchy and it doesn't stretch out.  I wore their shirtdress (M) and wedge espadrilles in my Strong Women in Fashion post, and as I type this I'm wearing their Off the Shoulder Tee in 14/16 (which isn't off the shoulder and is made of awesome fabric that keeps its size and shape after being washed and dried).  Expect to see more Ellos on the blog; they have great basics in sizes up to 5X and even wide width shoes, all at really nice prices.

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  1. Nadia Cohen says

    May 22, 2017 at 4:21 pm

    You look amazing and that dress is very flattering. The jacket fits you well.
    http://www.ubetterwork.blogspot.com

    Reply
  2. Kritsida says

    May 22, 2017 at 3:49 pm

    You look gorgeous! Be sure to check out my latest post!
    x. kritsida
    http://aperfectcanvas.net/

    Reply
  3. Bridget Wall says

    May 22, 2017 at 6:18 am

    Super fun and summery–and what a fantastic neckline!

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      May 22, 2017 at 8:25 am

      Totally, this dress is so flattering and fun!

      Reply
  4. Michelle Van Ellis says

    May 19, 2017 at 2:29 pm

    I love the fruit pattern!

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      May 22, 2017 at 8:24 am

      Isn’t it fun? 🙂

      Reply
  5. McKristie Brown Mannan says

    May 19, 2017 at 1:07 pm

    I bought those shoes and I’m sitting in a hotel room realizing I SHOULD HAVE PACKED THEM. Sigh. Boyfriend jeans and a linen tshirt. They would have just added something.

    Love the entire outfit.

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      May 22, 2017 at 8:24 am

      Next time! Aren’t they awesome shoes? And thank you!

      Reply
  6. Grace McNamee Decker says

    May 19, 2017 at 12:33 pm

    So cute! Fun and flirty.
    I recently bought some things from Ellos and every single one was huge. Some nice things, but hard to tell how they’ll fit since everything was sized so very much bigger than I expected. I would have to size down maybe twice? It was kind of weird.

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      May 22, 2017 at 8:24 am

      I had a mixed bag… literally. They were kind enough to send me a good selection of pieces and some I LOVED, some were a bit off in sizing. The cool thing is they really wanted this kind of feedback, they’re working on mastering the fit so hearing this kind of stuff will help them get better.

      Reply
  7. GlamorousandGeeky says

    May 19, 2017 at 11:37 am

    this outfit is so cute on you!!

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      May 22, 2017 at 8:22 am

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  8. Susan B. says

    May 19, 2017 at 10:25 am

    That print is fabulous, so fun! I love the shoes too.

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      May 22, 2017 at 8:22 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  9. Around Colours says

    May 19, 2017 at 10:10 am

    That dress is so gorgeous! That pattern is absolutely stunning. And I love how you styled it with the denim jacket, it added a more casual vibe to the look.

    Marta – http://www.aroundcolours.blogspot.com

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      May 22, 2017 at 8:22 am

      Thanks so much Marta!

      Reply
  10. Sonia says

    May 19, 2017 at 9:27 am

    I’ve always loved the blue jean jacket paired with a dress and this look is perfect.The print on your dress says spring is here and summer’s not far away. You’ve reminded me that I should bring my denim jacket out and wear it with my sleeveless dresses after Memorial Day when we dress casual at work. In the meantime, I am so looking forward to seeing you in person tonight at Gwynnie Bees in NYC!

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      May 22, 2017 at 8:22 am

      It was SO GREAT finally meeting you Sonia! Thank you so much for stopping by, you were the highlight of my trip to NYC! <3

      Reply
  11. Jaymie Ashcraft says

    May 19, 2017 at 9:26 am

    Great dress!!
    Jaymie

    http://www.jaymieashcraft.com

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      May 22, 2017 at 8:22 am

      Thanks Jaymie!

      Reply
  12. Jodie Filogomo says

    May 19, 2017 at 9:02 am

    This look is right up my alley, Allie!! We just wore our denim jackets with dresses this week on my blog and I think it’s my new favorite look!! It seems to be so approachable, and ageless!
    Jodie
    http://www.jtouchofstyle.com

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      May 22, 2017 at 8:21 am

      It’s such a versatile and approachable option for sure!

      Reply

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Earrings: Amazon
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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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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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