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The perfect red for the holiday season 💄

I love a red lipstick, especially in winter. It adds brightness to gray days and skin not exposed to the sun. Look in my dressing table and you’ll find at least a dozen different red lipsticks. But this winter my go-to red is “Relax” by @flyte.70 

Glossy but not sticky, long wearing but not drying, the Flyte.70 L+L.LipLacquer feels like a lip balm. One layer is a hint of color and shine; add more layers for more pigment, gloss, and impact. This isn’t the only Flyte.70 lip color I have and love; I regularly wear “Fast Car” which is a modern version of the brown lipsticks we loved in the 90s that looks so good with the neutrals popular right now.

And with products named after songs from the 80s and 90s I couldn’t not use this Frankie Goes to Hollywood song for this lip color!

This isn’t paid, it’s a PSA because I know it’s hard to find good red lip colors. And @flyte.70 is a U.S.-based woman-owned ethical beauty brand created specifically for U.S. grown women and I find the quality stellar.

Use code WOXYGEN15 for 15% off your order at Flyte.70

The quickest and cheapest way to update your wardrobe for the holidays is with a glossy red lip! 💄

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The tree is trimmed! 🎄

When I was a single gal, I had the prettiest tree with a color story and theme. 20 years later, my tree is a hodgepodge of inherited ornaments, gifts from loved ones, and handmade pieces from both my childhood and by my child. And I think each year it veers further from the original concept the more beautiful it becomes!

My daughter and I donned our Santa hats, turned on the holiday playlist, a Yule log on the TV, and spent the afternoon getting our home into the Christmas spirit.

When she was little, my husband would pick her up so she could place the star on top of the tree. Now that she’s taller than I am, when he got home he just put his arm around her as she used the library stool to reach the top. Some traditions need to be modified with time but they’re still special! ⭐️

Top is a feather trimmed Breton from @talbotsofficial; the scarf as a belt is also Talbots but a few years old. The jeans are @landsend and the blanket on the chair in the second photo is by artist  @zanderschlacter
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My therapist recommended I walk outside more as I grieve the recent loss of my mom.

When it was time to pay for my mom’s funeral, the credit card I had in my wallet was my @bananarepublic Mastercard. I’ve had this card for decades because over the years, most of our family have worn some Gap brand. From onesies to tuxedos, we’ve updated our wardrobes with points.

And I got a serious chunk of points for charging my mom’s funeral expenses on my Banana card.

I decided to use them to buy clothes for winter outdoor walking. Nothing motivates me more than a chance to put together a cute outfit. This cute look is from @athleta, one of the few activewear brands that fits both my size and my style.

My Athleta purchase arrived on my doorstep and that day, a neighbor reached out, inviting me to join a group of women in our community who were supporting, not competing, to move 100k. I immediately said yes and signed up. 

This past week I hit 100k. And this past week week it has been two months she has been gone. I’m still going 💪 

Wearing XL. For reference I’m 5’3” and usually wear a size 14.

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Normalizing the normal everyday outfit…

It was a day of running errands, running to the office, and then running into friends. It rained off and on so I wanted shoes for potential puddles and a coat that wouldn’t soak through but also keep me warm.

The sweater is @universalstandard; I bought it thinking it was a bold purple but the color was off on the site and I got plum. But I think I like this better. I’m wearing a S. This is my second of this cardigan, it is super soft, dense, and holds up to washing. My other one I got a year ago and still wear all the time.

The jeans are @oldnavy and while they’re not perfect and stretch out throughout the day they were around $18 and I like the wash and weight of the denim. I’m wearing a 14 Short.

The boots are old Docs, the coat I got at @talbotsofficial last winter, and the bag is @maxwellscottuk and I’ve had for almost a decade. Earrings are @_jennybird, necklace is @gorjana. 

Disclosure: the coat was gifted last year but remains a favorite. The necklace was also gifted about a year ago but I keep wearing because I like it and it has held up quality-wise. The rest I bought. 

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Counteract the gray days with cozy colorful clothes! 🌈 This cashmere sweater set is the prettiest teal and I loved how it looked with this candy pink Chesterfield coat. All are from @anntaylor one of my favorite places to shop because Ann has petites over a size 12. Also all of these items are on sale!

While I did receive these clothes as a gift from Ann Taylor I am under no obligation to share with you. This is what I wore to work and when I saw these colors against the green of my building door I had to prop up my phone and capture the color combo!

This sweater is a classic and with the skirt is created a dress effect you can style with tall boots, ankle boots and tights, or dress down with sneakers. I linked to other pieces in this color that would also look dreamy with this skirt, as well as other gorgeous colorful coats.

For reference I am wearing the coat in XL petite and the sweater set in L. I am 5’3” and usually wear a 14/16

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Just got back from a 4-night getaway with my sister @debbiefaye78 at @curacaomarriottbeachresort. It was a last-minute planned trip that ended up being perfect. We weren’t ready to celebrate Thanksgiving without our mom and this escape what just what our hearts needed. 

I’ll be sharing more once I finally unpack my suitcase and organize my photos and thoughts; but I couldn’t not share this picture from yesterday morning. Debbie and I got up early to enjoy some of the day at the resort before flying home to DC. We had the infinity pool to ourselves, finished our books, and relaxed before a long day of travel. 🌴
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It’s hard when you’re petite and most models aren’t; you have no idea how clothes, especially jeans will fit. To promote @universalstandard’s Denim Drive sale, the company sent me two pairs of jeans of my choice. And I chose to make this video to show how they fit on my 5’3” body. I am usually a 14/32 in jeans but at Universal Standard I wear a 12 because they’re super stretchy and generously sized. 

With jeans as low as $35 in sizes 00-40, this is a sale not to be missed. And use code INFS-BFALISON10 for an additional 10% off sitewide!

The Farrah Flare is a favorite because at my height, most flare jeans will lose what makes them special once hemmed. At a 30” inseam these are great with low heels or lug soles.

The Etta is a straight jean with a vintage fit. If in doubt size down. They’re also super stretchy and the 28” inseam (they also come in 31”) works with my boots and sneakers.

While I was provided the apparel in this Reel for free, I was not paid or contracted to create this content. Consider it a PSA for my fellow shorties shopping this fab denim sale!

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Thanks to @talbotsofficial I’m ready for the holidays! #AD

I love Talbots for holiday fashion and this season’s new arrivals do not disappoint. And for Black Friday the entire site is 40% off with free shipping on orders $150+. Until noon, you also receive 50% off 1 regular price item!

I ordered pieces from the Talbots Holiday Collection and found great quality, great style, and great versatility. How cute is the Breton stripe bateau neck with the removable feather cuffs? The metallic plaid patio skirt is so fun, and these two dresses can glam up or dress down with a change of footwear and bag. For reference, I am wearing everything in either XL or 16 petite.

The ivory cords are also Talbots; the black trousers are from last year’s Talbots Holiday Collection showing how Talbots has lasting style. I’ve linked to exact or very similar in my LTK shop. Follow my shop @wardrobe_oxygen on the @shop.ltk app to shop this post and get my exclusive app-only content! https://liketk.it/4oDJF

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Outfit Posts, Summer · September 2, 2020

Evryday Jane Nia Volume Pants

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evryday jane hsn review

I shared these pants from the Black woman-owned fashion brand Evryday Jane in my Friday Shop post.  These are the kind of pants you buy not because you're trying to whittle your waist or “flatter your figure” but because they are unique and fun and architectural while also being super comfy.  Oh, and I have washed and dried them twice and they held up beautifully!  I have worn them many times with a variety of things, but decided to show them with what is my standard go-to look with these pants – a t-shirt tied at the waist, flat sandals, an optional layering piece, and jewelry to add interest and shine.

evryday jane nia volume pant

Pants: Evryday Jane (large) | T-shirt: J. Crew (large) | Denim Jacket: c/o Soma (no longer available but this one from Banana Republic and this one from J. Crew Factory look like the same length and color) | Shoes: Bella Vita (no longer available; similar) | Earrings: Jenny Bird | Link Necklace: Baublebar | Initial Necklace: Jenny Bird | Pendant: Stiletto Pendant c/o REALM | Ring: Insignia Empress Ring c/o REALM (available up to size 11) | Blue Light Glasses: QUAY Australia

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The Evryday Jane site shares more about the company and Rakia Reynolds, the woman behind the brand.  However, the line is exclusively available at HSN.  It is available up to size 3XL.  While HSN offers extensive detailed customer reviews, the photos, IMO, suck.  The Evryday Jane site has way better photos of the collection and if you go to the “tagged” photos on the brand's Instagram you can see the line styled in a variety of ways on a range of people.  But let's get back to these pants.

evryday jane pant review

The pants are elasticized in the back, have belt loops that are decorative enough that nothing looks missing if you don't wear a belt, super deep pockets, and are a lightweight stretchy poplin.  They aren't as crisp out of the dryer, but not a crumpled paper bag; I didn't iron or steam after laundering but you may wish to.  The only issue I have with these pants is I wish the elastic in the waistband was wider so it wouldn't fold over; isn't really visible but something that I don't love.  A few ways I've styled these:

  • With a black camisole tucked in and the same sandals
  • With a black and white striped fitted t-shirt tucked in and white low-profile sneakers
  • With a cropped/waist-length sweater and oxfords/brogues
  • With a short-sleeved sweater sorta ruched at the waist with blush-colored suede loafers
  • With a linen shirt tied at the waist with Birkenstocks

evryday jane hsn pants review

Sure they're a bit like MC Hammer pants, but that's what makes them fun.  And I can't think of a better time to find some joy with what we wear than right now.  These pants also come in blue gingham and black gingham, which my friend Jen has and wore on Instagram.  I know the selection is low right now, but that's true for most any small brand right now during the pandemic; even more so for Black-owned businesses that had an unexpected surge of sales the past couple of months.  I look forward to this brand's continued success and to see what they have in store for future collections!

soma denim jacket

So… this isn't the same denim jacket I wore the other Monday.  And it's not the same denim jacket in this blog post.  And yes, I have all three in my wardrobe because all three serve different purposes.  I first put on the Chico's jacket from Monday and it was too long for these pants, so I switched to this one from Soma.  Not all denim jackets are the same, and if you love denim jackets it's not ridiculous to own more than one.  Some have stretch, they come in different washes, some are distressed.  But the silhouette can really transform a look.  My Chico's denim jacket is fantastic to wear with jeans, pants, and low-volume skirts and dresses but because it's a trimmer fit and hits lower on the body, it can look weird with a higher-volume bottom piece.  My Levi's denim jacket is about the same length as the Chico's one, but it's very oversized, creating fuller shoulders and torso, making it better with slim pants or a slouchier ensemble.  I guess I see denim jackets like I do striped shirts – a wardrobe staple, but valuable to own more than one because they all serve different purposes.  I wish Soma would come back with this denim jacket, it's pretty fabulous, though the Chico's one is almost the same denim with just a different silhouette.

quay blue light blocking glasses

I totally thought I grabbed my sunglasses but in haste to do this shoot after virtual school ended and before I had a client call, I picked up the wrong ones.  And while it was a cloudy day it was one of those super bright ones where you strain to see, which was evident in all the photos.  Seriously, these are the ones where I look the least like my eyes aren't squeezed shut! Keeping it real… anyway these are the same blue-light-blocking glasses from Quay that I shared in the Friday Shop.  They're so comfortable I forget they're on, and they haven't yet gotten cloudy like my cheaper blue-light glasses.

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  1. Kate says

    September 3, 2020 at 2:04 am

    Love the pants – I have some similar in more of a stretch fabric. It took me a while to embrace the volume and MC Hammer-esqueness of them but once I did I’ve worn them all the time through our relatively mild Western Australian winter. Hearing that these are poplin, you’ve inspired me to find (or make) so etching similar in a natural fabric for our summer.

    Also – I have recently had a similar epiphany about denim jackets. I love denim and find it to be an indispensable part of my part time smart casual office work (more WFH these days) and mum on the run. I was getting frustrated that my one-and-only old faithful dark-wash slim-cut Gap 1969 jacket that I’ve had for the last ten years wasn’t working so well with skinny jeans or even voluminous skirts and pants (but still perfect over dresses and less voluminous skirts). I went through many internal debates about whether I need and can justify more than one denim jacket and had to acknowledge that yes, I certainly do and can! (Especially as my body has changed and evolved along with my lifestyle and fashion choices over the last ten years.) So I now own three jackets: my original dark wash jacket which will need replacing or upgrading in the next year that works with slim-but-not-skinny clothing choices; a longer-line less-fitted-but-not-boxy version in a mid wash for wearing with skinny jeans and leather leggings etc; and a cropped lighter-wash version with a teensy bit of distressing on the collar only that works with more voluminous stuff. It completely makes sense for my lifestyle, and I only wish I’d realised this earlier!!

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    • Alison Gary says

      September 5, 2020 at 9:59 am

      It’s hard, we think it’s such a universal piece there CAN’T be a need for more than one. But not everyone has the same style or lifestyle and when an item is that integral to a wardrobe it makes sense to have varieties. We have skinny jeans, bootcut jeans, and cropped wide-leg jeans all in one wardrobe and no one thinks twice about it; it makes sense to have similar for denim jackets!

      Reply
  2. D says

    September 2, 2020 at 11:49 pm

    Or is it because you want to sing “U Can’t Touch This”?

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    • Alison Gary says

      September 5, 2020 at 9:57 am

      LOLOLOLOL very appropriate song for this period in time!

      Reply
  3. Cathryn says

    September 2, 2020 at 8:54 pm

    Love the pants! I wanted to get a modernist monogram necklace through your link but it isn’t working for me. Could you post it again for me please?
    Thx

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    • Alison Gary says

      September 5, 2020 at 9:58 am

      I don’t know what’s up with the Jenny Bird links they keep breaking. Here is the non-coded, non-affiliate one: https://jenny-bird.com/collections/modernist-monogram/products/modernist-monogram-pendant-necklace-gold

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  4. MarlaD says

    September 2, 2020 at 11:43 am

    This outfit is so you and one of my all time favorites! Your hair looks amazing and you just sparkle!

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    • Alison Gary says

      September 2, 2020 at 12:56 pm

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  5. RoseAg says

    September 2, 2020 at 11:24 am

    They’re cute.
    Looking at the photo I on the model they’re shorter than they are on you,
    I think I prefer them on you, the slightly cropped length,
    They’re kind of lantern styled.

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    • Alison Gary says

      September 2, 2020 at 12:55 pm

      they are! I was worried they’d be too long but I like how they turned out!

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  6. Leu2500 says

    September 2, 2020 at 11:09 am

    OK. Am I crazy? Don’t you have a dress on skirt with a similar silhouette/feel? But I gave no idea how to search for it on your site so I can compare.

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    • Alison Gary says

      September 2, 2020 at 12:54 pm

      No you’re totally right, I have a dress from a now-defunct brand called MYNE that gives the same effect as a dress!! Great memory! https://www.wardrobeoxygen.com/tag/myne/

      Reply
  7. Annie Shaw says

    September 2, 2020 at 10:37 am

    love these pants, but can barely read the text, it is so light, nearly white.

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    • Alison Gary says

      September 2, 2020 at 12:52 pm

      Agree it was TOO LIGHT and was a tech mistake. It has been updated!

      Reply
  8. hmbalison says

    September 2, 2020 at 10:26 am

    Hi, great pants. I concur about the font. Your whole site is harder to read with this color. I’m less likely to click around. Back to black, please!

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    • Alison Gary says

      September 2, 2020 at 12:53 pm

      Agree, this was a tech mistake and it has been updated. I hope this version is easier to read!

      Reply
  9. Bette says

    September 2, 2020 at 9:45 am

    Hi. Love the pants.. Your new font (light gray?) is impossible to read! Please revert back to black.

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    • Alison Gary says

      September 2, 2020 at 12:53 pm

      Totally agree, it was a tech mistake to have the font like that and has been remedied! Thank you!

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The tree is trimmed! 🎄

When I was a single gal, I had the prettiest tree with a color story and theme. 20 years later, my tree is a hodgepodge of inherited ornaments, gifts from loved ones, and handmade pieces from both my childhood and by my child. And I think each year it veers further from the original concept the more beautiful it becomes!

My daughter and I donned our Santa hats, turned on the holiday playlist, a Yule log on the TV, and spent the afternoon getting our home into the Christmas spirit.

When she was little, my husband would pick her up so she could place the star on top of the tree. Now that she’s taller than I am, when he got home he just put his arm around her as she used the library stool to reach the top. Some traditions need to be modified with time but they’re still special! ⭐️

Top is a feather trimmed Breton from @talbotsofficial; the scarf as a belt is also Talbots but a few years old. The jeans are @landsend and the blanket on the chair in the second photo is by artist  @zanderschlacter

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Just got back from a 4-night getaway with my sister @debbiefaye78 at @curacaomarriottbeachresort. It was a last-minute planned trip that ended up being perfect. We weren’t ready to celebrate Thanksgiving without our mom and this escape what just what our hearts needed. 

I’ll be sharing more once I finally unpack my suitcase and organize my photos and thoughts; but I couldn’t not share this picture from yesterday morning. Debbie and I got up early to enjoy some of the day at the resort before flying home to DC. We had the infinity pool to ourselves, finished our books, and relaxed before a long day of travel. 🌴

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Working on the weekend is far more enjoyable when it’s in my office 💚

Perimenopause and the pandemic and homeschooling made our row home feel even smaller. So when neighbors revitalized an office building in our town center and offered individual offices for rent, I felt it would be good for business and personally. And I kept it when the world opened up and our kid went back to public school because it helps me have a clear start and end to the work day, but also because I created a space I really enjoy.

This weekend I went to the office to shoot some content. And once I was finished I enjoyed just sitting here, watching the light change. I think I may switch the furniture around, switch up the energy. I love that I can do that without consulting another or having another person’s opinions matter.

When you have a family, things go from me to we. I don’t regret leaving Corporate America to do this full time, but I do miss being part of a team. And I missed having an office, a place away from home that’s just for me. 

I wish more communities would offer rental offices like @thegranitebuilding. With reasonably affordable monthly rates, it doesn’t have to just be business owners who get office spaces. It can be a place to work on a hobby or craft, a place to WFH that’s not home, or a place to just read and write and nap undisturbed. A literal room of one’s own. Because sometimes a person needs time to be a me and not a we. 💚

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You’re never too old for a Rory Gilmore sweater… this cotton fisherman sweater is from @llbean and inspired by @marielle.elizabeth I shopped the men’s department for a better size range. The influencer influenced the influencer!

The jeans are @landsend I got last year and I’m glad they brought them back this year in several washes, inseam lengths, and plus sizes. If in doubt, size down. They will shrink in length slightly but not anywhere else, they’re super comfy and stretchy but don’t stretch out. 

Kept the collegiate vibe going with a trucker cap, HOKAs, and my trusty commuter bag for years: the large @dagnedover Dakota backpack!

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My husband has a special backpack he fills with weight to wear while hiking; it’s called rucking. I wear a @dagnedover Dakota and fill it with my laptop, my iPad, a full water bottle, and my purse and walk to work; it’s called commuting. 💁🏻‍♀️

But seriously, I’ve had this backpack for five years. It has been shoved under plane seats, in overstuffed car trunks, under feet in the passenger seat. I’ve worn it as I’ve walked miles in major cities and from my house to my town center. My daughter also has a Dagne Dakota; it survived middle school and continues to work through camping, sleepovers, and road trips. It’s genially designed, comfortable, and can take a beating and still look great.

As for the rest of the look, the vest (XL) is a new purchase from @athleta; the Rainier tights (L) are also Athleta but two years old. The purple top is @nike and about a decade old. Hat is @llbean and it’s on sale for less than $15. And my trusty @hoka sneakers that have had their own set of adventures.

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Another day of early voting for our city election, another outfit I wore as an election judge! 🗳️

I got this sweater set from @mmlafleur last spring and it continues to be a favorite. The color and popcorn stitch makes it wearable three seasons of the year. I’ve styled it with gold heels and dramatic gold earrings, with sneakers and a crossbody belt bag, and more than once with knee-high boots and a scarf at my throat. The color works with brown and black boots, the skirt silhouette and length with heels and flats. These brown riding boots are from @duoboots and almost a decade old. The scarf belonged to my dad; I have a feeling it was styled with a leisure suit back in the day!

I may have been more dressed up than other election judges but I think seeing democracy in action is a cause to celebrate! 🇺🇸

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Early voting poll worker style 🗳️

I’ve been an election judge (AKA poll worker) for several years but this year I decided to take it a step further and join my city’s Board of Elections. I’m passionate about fair and accessible elections for all. The Board is acting as election judges for early voting so it’s great to use my previous experience on a city level!

I believe voting is a special occasion and I dressed the part. The puff sleeve sweater and pants are from @anntaylor; these pants are the same ones from the suit I wore earlier this week. I added a beloved @hermes scarf as a belt and silver hoops (they belonged to my mom) as a hint of shine.

If your area is having an election this coming week; I implore you to vote. Your voice deserves to be heard. And please ensure your neighbors know of the election and where to vote. 🇺🇸

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Always fun to see my name in lights! 💡 I was a panelist at the annual @jaofcentralmd Leading Ladies event that connects local high schoolers with women in business. My panel was on using social media for promoting one’s business or personal brand. Along with other social media experts, we guided students and adults on how to create compelling and engaging social content and together created content for the conference’s feed. It was fun and I loved being able to share my almost two decades of personal and professional experience!

The dress code for the conference was business professional and since the event’s theme color was pink, they encouraged us to wear the color. 

This @anntaylor suit has been a favorite since late summer. I’ve dressed it down with a white tank and sneakers and glammed it up with a silk cami and gold heeled sandals. I love how Ann Taylor has petite suiting up to size 16; I know I’m not the only short curvy girl who desires suits and professional attire!

For this event I chose a berry-colored microfiber tank from @lovechicos. I own several of these tanks; they wear like iron and the tight weave and subtle shine make them great shells under suits. 

The look fit the theme but was also comfortable. I was glad to share my expertise and encourage others to see how they can donate their time and knowledge to a local @juniorachievementusa #JALeadingLadies #JALeadingLadies2023 #JACMD #JuniorAchievment

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Sharing this from my #iPadOS17 thanks to @apple! A bit belated with all that has been going on lately but I’m really enjoying using an iPad to improve how I work, stay organized, and find new ways to be creative. Can I just say that editing video on an iPad instead of a phone is a game changer!

Recently, I attended an event at the gorgeous Apple Carnegie Library hosted by @flourishplanner_ to learn ways to make the most of #iOS17 and it was awesome. I brought my new iPad and learned about the new wallpaper, stickers, and organizing tools.

As for my look, the dress is from @bananarepublic’s summer collection. Kept it comfy with a pair of Samba sneakers and held down the volume of the dress with my black recycled leather @ganni crossbody. Added an old @_jennybird link necklace and a silver cuff I’ve had since the ‘90s.

#todayatapple #genxstyle #midsizestyle #midsizefashion #size14 #over40style

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I love an excuse to dress up, especially if it’s for a good cause! This weekend was the @thenewdealcafe Masquer-AID fundraiser to support this independent cafe, art gallery, and live music venue in @cityofgreenbelt.

My family and I have loved going to The New Deal Cafe for all these years. Grabbing coffee with friends, having a meal, seeing an amazing band, participating in an open mic or one of their Reel and Meal events. So @debbiefaye78, our mom, and I got tickets and even chipped in for a plaque from us “Ashpes Girls.” 

Our mom passed before she could attend the event; we asked our like a sister best friend @shellymingram to join us in her place and we had a great time, dancing all night as our mom would have, connecting with neighbors, and supporting a local business we all love so much.

As for the outfit, the dress is @ronnykobo the bag is @ganni and I borrowed both from @renttherunway The shoes I’ve had for years and the gold metal mask I found on Amazon and liked how it could mold to my face and not put pressure on my still-healing eye.

And I know y’all will ask because I received so many DMs this weekend when I shared this event in my Stories… my sister’s dress is from @eshakti she bought it a few years ago and it’s even more gorgeous in person!

#newdealcafe #greenbeltisgreat #onlyingreenbelt #midsizestyle #genxstyle #over40style #greenbeltmd

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