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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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@somaintimates makes it easy to shop for a range of personas this holiday season! #AD With gift guides for a range of personality types, you can easily find great gifts for your loved ones. I was drawn to the creative one, loving the rich colorful florals, luxe satin, lace trim, and of course Soma’s iconic Cool Nights sleepwear! Visit Soma’s gift guide for tips on finding the perfect present this holiday season. #SomaGiftGuide #SomaStartsWithMe
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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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It’s Cozy Season, and @tjmaxx is here to update our wardrobes with stylish accessories and apparel from the best brands for less. #AD

I recently visited tjmaxx.com and was so impressed with the array of elevated designer labels, on-trend looks, and the best prices. This pearl-encrusted beanie is from a woman designer I have admired for years; tjmaxx.com has the matching gloves and other pieces from this label to make a great set for yourself or to gift another. These earrings I’ve seen from the same designer at department stores; in fact I own other earrings from this label and paid much more for them. I should have checked T.J.Maxx first! And this cozy poncho is the perfect layer for late fall in the DC area.

I love how the winter white pieces elevate my existing closet. And pearls can be worn for day or glam up for evening. I can see many ways I’ll be styling these designer accessories from #tjmaxx all season long!

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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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Cleaning out my mom’s house my sister and I have found some true gems. She had a whole portion of her file cabinet dedicated to my blogging career which included two copies of @redbookmag from ten years ago this month. 

There was a page where I and other blogger/influencers were featured wearing bright-colored coats. It’s awesome to see how we have all grown and pivoted in the past decade! I tagged those who are on Instagram and allow tagging ❤️
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Fashion Advice, Fall · October 2, 2014

Fall Fashion Additions to the Closet

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When fall arrives in the stores I get excited. I want ALL THE BOOTS! ALL THE SWEATERS! ALL THE LEATHER JACKETS! But I wait. Fall doesn’t hit immediately in DC, it’s not unusual to be sweating in your Halloween costume and going coatless to your aunt’s house for Thanksgiving. However we do get cold spells from early September into December and some years it gets colder far faster than others (by the looks of the holly bushes in my neighborhood, this is going to be a very chilly winter).

So I’ve waited through the Labor Day sales, the back to school sales, and now that it’s October I feel I can properly assess what I currently have to wear, what holes in my wardrobe I need to fill, and what current trends I still love even after the launch of that gosh darn Pumpkin Spice Latte. And so below, is what I am craving for fall 2014:

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Lace Overlay Skirt

This is one of those items that’s hot this fall but can easily be worn for years to come. Fall 2014 I want to pair such a skirt with plaid flannels and band tees, but it can be worn with a lovely cashmere or merino sweater and pumps for work or a networking event, or get glammed up with a silk blouse or velvet jacket and heels for a holiday party. I would like one in black that doesn’t have any current trend details like exposed zippers or a metallic finish, though I’ve got my eye on this navy one from Vince Camuto and considering I’m seriously enjoying navy with black it may be my choice this season.

Fisherman Sweater

This season they seem to just be called cable knit sweaters, but to me they are fisherman or Hemingway sweaters and I want to own one again. In high school I found one from Banana Republic at TJ Maxx and wore it to death. I even wore it through college until one time I couldn’t find it. Considering how terrible I was to clothing (can’t believe my old roommate Jenn still speaks to me after the time I splattered hot wax all over a top she let me borrow for an Adams Morgan bar crawl), losing a sweater was par for the course. Years later, I found the sweater hidden in my sister’s file cabinet, stained with Jungle Juice (tsk tsk little sister!). A bit of Clorox 2 and I wore that sweater again until it literally fell apart.

Okay, TL;DR point is I want another one. I just ordered this one and this one from Lands’ End because I want a true classic fit and style that will transcend this year’s trend. I’ll be wearing it with jeans, but I also can imagine it with a flippy black skirt and tights, paired with a denim skirt like I showed in this post, and I’d love with some skinny cords and boots.

Ripped Black Jeans

We all know by now that I regularly let my inner Lita Ford out to play in the closet, and Lita is loving the return of distressed denim. However I know this is a trend I won’t wear often and may not wear after this year, so instead of spending boo coo bucks on ripped black jeans, I’m going to self-distress last year’s Old Navy Rockstar Skinny Jeans that have already gotten faded and beat up with wear. I’ll be wearing with sweater coats and booties for weekends.

Engineer Boots

I had a pair of engineer boots in the late ‘90s and loved them but they were cheap fake leather and eventually fell apart. With my wide calves, I can’t just go to any store and snag a pair so I’ve been searching on and off for almost a decade. This year the style of boot is more popular than ever, meaning more opportunities to find a pair that fits. I’ve been considering the Naturalizer Baldala, the DUO Morton, and the Frye Veronica Shortie; I’ll keep you posted if any work out and would love to hear if you have any other suggestions!

Pleated Leather Skirt

Glad to see this trend happening this year because I already own the skirt! I splurged on a pleated black leather skirt from Halogen a couple years ago and have already worn it twice this fall (you can see it one time here). Halogen has a similar skirt this year in regular and petite; if you do order know leather stretches so if it’s a tad snug when you buy, wear it around the house for a bit because it will grow (even though it’s lined) to fit your figure. How cute would this skirt look with a fisherman sweater?

Chunky Gold Watch

I have a chunky silver watch that Fossil sent me and while it’s very pretty, I never wear it. My silver cuff is my go-to when wearing silver, and it’s too big to be paired with a watch. However, all my gold bracelets are small. I have the Citizen Ciena and it’s a beautiful classic watch, but lately I’ve desired something more chunky. I like the Slim Runway from Michael Kors because the tortoiseshell keeps it from being too much gold, it’s a bit unusual, and very different looking from my Citizen.

Buffalo Plaid Shirt

In 6th grade, my friends and I all had different colored Buffalo plaid flannels; I remember we all had bandanas the same color as our shirts and tied them around one knee and felt terribly cool as we sauntered around the playground. While I won’t be wearing a bandana around my knee any time soon, I wouldn’t mind sauntering around this fall in Buffalo plaid. I already have this shirt from Gap and have worn it over a tee or tank with jeans and shorts and tucked in with my leather pleated skirt. I love the juxtaposition of plaid flannel with something more elegant like lace or leather, and the boldness of Buffalo plaid. Don’t be shocked if before the season is through I’ve purchased another flannel in a different color (such as this one from J. Crew).

Wool Fedora

This summer I wore my J. Crew Factory Panama hat quite frequently and I see a black wool fedora to be the fall and winter equivalent. I like wearing hats in winter and know this will get much use for the walk to work as well as weekends when I just don’t feel like doing my hair. I love the colored wool fedoras (the burgundy ones are gorgeous), but black is more me and more likely to be worn more than one year. Considering this one from Catarzi and lusting for this one from rag & bone.

Fringe Bag

Lita’s here and she needs a new bag for her next metal concert. I’ve always loved leather fringe, but feel it can look very costumey. You can’t imagine (or maybe you can since you read this blog) how many times I have ALMOST bought a black fringy hobo bag. One of the things I like best about my Isabella Fiore bag is the fringy tassels hanging off the side. But this season I’ve seen a lot of small fringe bags, clutches and small crossbodies that won’t overpower me with Lita-ness, but let a little bit of her shine. I’ve been looking at this one from Rebecca Minkoff and this one from Steve Madden.

Wrap Coat

The bathrobe-inspired coats this year are totally making me drool. I've always loved this style of coat and am thrilled they are back in vogue. While I'm usually a black or color gal, the idea of one of these coats in a neutral like cream, tan, or gray makes me swoon. This is the kind of coat that works with jeans, work attire, and can glam up with a dress for a night at the theater or a holiday party. I'm really loving this wrap coat from Lauren Ralph Lauren in cream, and this cashmere wrap coat from Trina Turk is drool-worthy (I love the light gray).  And while not really the same style, this wrap coat/cape hybrid from Ann Taylor is really calling to me…

So now that the fall and winter trends are out and about, which ones are you considering for your wardrobe?

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  1. Lisa S says

    October 6, 2014 at 5:07 pm

    This post is the reason I just ordered this take on a cream, cable-knit sweater from Madewell: https://www.madewell.com/madewell_category/SWEATERS/pullovers/PRDOVR~B1907/B1907.jsp?color_name=antique-cream

    My only other splurges this fall: a long black tube skirt, classic Doc Marten brogues and chunky-soled MJs from Urban Outiftters. I was old enough for grunge the first time around, so I only feel comfortable slyly alluding to its more distinctive traits now.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 7, 2014 at 6:28 am

      Oooh that sweater is lovely!

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  2. brazenspider says

    October 5, 2014 at 7:40 pm

    I still don’t have the boots I ordered that I gave links to previously, but I thought I’d mention tonight is the last night of the Bloomingdale’s friends and family – code friends – and ebates has 9% cashback for Bloomingdale’s, and they might have free shipping… So if you do want to try the Frye Veronica’s now might be a good time. 🙂

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 7, 2014 at 6:27 am

      thanks for this!

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  3. Emily says

    October 4, 2014 at 8:05 am

    I have a knee-length green tweed wrap coat that i picked up last autumn at Spitalfields Market in London. I do really love it … BUT just be wary of how easy it is to wear undone. Albeit mine is cut slightly lower at the neckline than the one in your example pic, I found last winter that there were only a few days that were the right temperature to wear it; too hot and I started to overheat as it isn’t easy to undo without looking slovenly, but too cold and the neckline can get draughty even with a scarf (I also found I had to be careful of what I wore underneath as the neckline would show – although possibly not a problem with a more neutral colour… I just love green!). This winter I’m crushing on this! (http://uk.burberry.com/double-wool-twill-coat-p39541781)

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 7, 2014 at 6:27 am

      Good point about wrap coats, I had one a decade or so ago and once it was December I had to keep it just for car to building wears. That Burberry coat is gorgeous!

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  4. LucyChi says

    October 3, 2014 at 2:36 pm

    I just ordered those Naturalizer boots! However, I thought I had a wide calf but I measured them and turns out I can fit the regular calf (which was good because they were sold out of my size in the wides). But I’ll let you know how they work out otherwise!

    If I clicked through from this post, that gives you some $, yes?

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 7, 2014 at 6:26 am

      It does, thank you <3 And do let me know how they work out!

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  5. SDawsonH says

    October 3, 2014 at 9:31 am

    You pushed me over the edge…have had the wrap coat on my wish list for about a month and upon your recommendation, finally pulled the trigger. Thanks!!

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 7, 2014 at 6:25 am

      Hope you love it!

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  6. Lauren Kennedy says

    October 3, 2014 at 1:42 am

    The Naturalizer boots are amazing, comfortable and have an extra little zipper at the top that give you a little more room in the calf. I wore these for 5 days straight in Ireland; sightseeing, bike riding and dancing. I even rocked them when pregnant because of their style and extreme comfort.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 7, 2014 at 6:25 am

      Awesome, thanks for the recommendation!

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  7. Sadie von Scrumptious says

    October 2, 2014 at 10:27 pm

    Autumn clothes are the best and I love your picks! But for fisherman’s/cable sweaters, this cartoon here sums up my experience. http://beatonna.tumblr.com/image/98822154390

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  8. Olivia says

    October 2, 2014 at 7:04 pm

    I tried on the Rag and Bone hat at Nordstrom and it is perfection. I just couldn’t justify the price. Still lusting though-if it goes on sale I may pull the trigger.

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  9. Eleanorjane says

    October 2, 2014 at 5:12 pm

    Who is this Lita Ford person? (Googles). Ah, I see! It’s still too warm in England to be thinking about much change from my summer wardrobe. I’ve moved from crop pants to full length and I just wore my first pair of tights of the season the other day, I’m I’m sitting her at 10pm in just a T Shirt so it’s still fairly summery.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 2, 2014 at 5:16 pm

      Kiss Me Deadly was my JAM back in the day, I loved Lita Ford, she could really rock, but wasn’t afraid to look all glammed out pretty. And same here, I’m at home with a bad back in a long sleeved tee shirt and a pair of denim shorts 🙂

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      • Aimee says

        October 3, 2014 at 2:05 pm

        She can still rock!!

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  10. crtfly says

    October 2, 2014 at 3:26 pm

    I have an 100% wool fisherman’s sweater in a forest green. It is thick, heavy – it must weigh 5 lbs, and super warm. It’s beautiful but is too warm for any weather other than 45MPH cold wind or snow. I would like a cotton one in the same style. I’ll take a look at Lands End’s offerings. LL Bean has an 100% cotton sweater.
    http://www.llbean.com/llb/shop/75019?productId=1234164&attrValue_0=Beige&mr:trackingCode=8B1D9896-B0F0-E211-A497-90E2BA285E75&mr:referralID=NA&mr:device=c&mr:adType=pla&mkwid=3MKFMy8V_dc&pcrid=57704159240&qs=3091363_google

    However, the description says that it is somewhat form fitting so a larger size would be a good idea.

    Also, for us taller, larger women, there are options in men’s sweaters that will work. I have several men’s sweaters because I couldn’t find the styles I wanted in the women’s line and I could get the over-sized look that I wanted.

    I just found the Aran Sweater Market.

    http://www.aransweatermarket.com/index.php?route=common/home

    The “Fisherman’s Sweater” is really a take off on Irish Fisherman’s Sweater. I’m Irish-American and since I am usually forced to buy imported clothing, I’d rather go to the source on this one and buy from Ireland.

    Chris

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 7, 2014 at 6:24 am

      I have a fisherman’s sweater that Karl got me in Ireland when his aircraft carrier visited and it’s amazing. Thick, heavy, a grayish taupish color. A bit snug now, but I do pull it out when I shovel the walk because there’s nothing that can compare to its warmth!

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  11. Anna Sledge Beers says

    October 2, 2014 at 2:28 pm

    I just bought these at Famous Footwear with my birthday month coupon. I’m six months pregnant and starting to get big enough heels aren’t comfortable after four hours.
    I currently don’t own any non-athletic flats, and have NEVER owned any leopard, so this is a double departure for me.
    http://www.zappos.com/dr-scholls-really-brown-black-leopard?ef_id=UcL@owAABMDLsiYO:20141002182745:s

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 2, 2014 at 2:32 pm

      YES! I love those shoes, I featured them in a recent post about shoes for ankle pants. SO CUTE!

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  12. Elizabeth Wiener says

    October 2, 2014 at 2:00 pm

    I feel like I’ve been looking for the perfect fisherman sweater for years. Thanks for the Land’s End suggestions! I can’t wait to wear one with my pleated black leather skirt (bought on clearance last Christmas – best purchase ever).

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 2, 2014 at 2:01 pm

      We’ll be twins! 🙂

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      • Elizabeth Wiener says

        October 2, 2014 at 2:31 pm

        I’ve never ordered from Land’s End. How does their sizing run?

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        • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

          October 2, 2014 at 2:32 pm

          Generous, I am often a Medium (and am usually a Large or 12/14), but in these I ordered Large to be a bit more slouchy/roomy

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          • Elizabeth Wiener says

            October 2, 2014 at 2:37 pm

            Thanks! I’m always a small – but I think I’ll go for the Tall option in the 3/4 sleeve. I’m 5’7″ and I like my sweaters slouchy too :).

  13. loubeelou says

    October 2, 2014 at 1:08 pm

    I bought Frye engineers last year and oh god I love them so much. They’re just a tad shorter than the Veronica’s though, which I think makes them a tad more edgy and biker-ish, neither of which I really am. I feel kind of bad-ass in them though and they are by far the most comfortable shoes I have ever worn, like a real pleasure to have on my feet. I’m glad I sprung for them and hope to have them for years/decades to come. Plaid shirts and chunky sweaters are totally on my list this year too!

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 2, 2014 at 2:01 pm

      Love it!

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  14. Erin @ Her Heartland Soul says

    October 2, 2014 at 12:50 pm

    I want that wrap coat! Love love love!

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  15. Ginger says

    October 2, 2014 at 12:24 pm

    I’ve already put a pair of lined wool pants into my closet. I was cold last winter and am not going to be cold this winter too.
    The leather skirt looks like something that might be good to wear on cold days. Is it too middle-aged to look for one that’s closer to the knee?

    Is it pleated across the back? How does it look after you’ve sat on it all day? It’s not like you can press it to get rid of creases.

    I bought a similar black fedora at Nordstrom last weekend, for much less. Both Nordstrom and The Rack have decent selections of hats in a variety of price ranges. My experience last winter tells me that now is the time to buy a wool hat. Once it gets colder only the expensive ones will be left.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 2, 2014 at 12:27 pm

      Yes, it’s pleated around, but I think with the drop waist it doesn’t get wonky. I like the ones closer to the knee, it’s an unexpected material for a traditional skirt, and extremely versatile. And you’re so right with the hats, I think I just need to go into a store this weekend and pick one before there’s nothing decent left!

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      • Olivia says

        October 2, 2014 at 7:32 pm

        There’s a longer leather skirt by Halogen on the Nordstrom website-it also gets great reviews: http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/halogen-pleat-leather-skirt-regular-petite/3672618?recs_type=related&recs_productId=&recs_categoryId=0&recs_productOrder=2&recs_placementId=PP_4&recs_source=Rich_Relevance_Recs_R3&recs_strategy=PurchaseCP

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  16. brazenspider says

    October 2, 2014 at 11:39 am

    I am looking for boots like that – not sure if the style I’m after is more engineer or biker. I had engineer boots from Target from many years ago and wore them well past the point of total ruin. But here are a few options I found – I haven’t tried any yet but they are in the mail!

    I had never heard of this brand before, but they are made in America. I seem to have gotten the last pair on 6 p.m. in this color for $89.99: http://www.walkover.com/Walkover-Sophie-in-Tan-and-Sage-color

    6pm is worth a look in your size. I wear a six and the only Frye Veronica Shortie’s they had were cracked white leather. Instead I got these, I figure I will love or hate them.
    http://www.6pm.com/frye-heath-skull-outside-zip-black-calf-shine-vintage

    You should check Saks Off Fifth, too – they have 40% off with the code Friends – not sure how long that lasts. I got these in white and black. Who knows what will fit or what I’ll like.

    http://www.saksoff5th.com/studded-leather-ankle-boots%2Foff-white/0490324462163.html?start=23&cgid=Shoes-Handbags-Shoes-Boots#start=1&location=3918&slotLoads=2

    I’m after a plaid flannel shirt, too!

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 2, 2014 at 12:25 pm

      Thank you, great links!

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  17. Patti_NotDeadYetStyle says

    October 2, 2014 at 11:23 am

    Love the lace overlay skirt! And the engineer boots, I need those too : >

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  18. Aimee says

    October 2, 2014 at 10:27 am

    Me too, me too! I would like to have a fisherman sweater, boots, and a plaid flannel shirt in maybe some pinks or greens.

    Reply
  19. Rebekah B says

    October 2, 2014 at 10:14 am

    I have that exact watch in your collage, but I’m trying to get rid of it. Would you like to buy it from me? I only wore it twice, so it’s in perfect condition, but I have a weird psychological thing about not wanting to wear things I wore when I was pregnant. Anyway, I happened to buy this in January right before I found out I was pregnant, so it just reminds me of nausea frankly.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 2, 2014 at 10:16 am

      Considering my last post about getting rid of bad energy I completely understand! I just may, can you email me (alison at wardrobeoxygen.com) and we can discuss 🙂

      Reply
      • Rebekah B says

        October 6, 2014 at 1:26 pm

        Did you get my email? I wasn’t sure because I attached four big photos of the watch, so I just wanted to check. Thanks.

        Reply
        • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

          October 6, 2014 at 1:28 pm

          I did, thank you! Sorry, was out of town this weekend so slammed at work before and after, will get back to you this week! 🙂

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          • Rebekah B says

            October 6, 2014 at 1:28 pm

            Oh OK cool. No problem!

  20. Sahra says

    October 2, 2014 at 9:56 am

    perfect styles! I can see them all being interchangeably worn together!

    XO Sahra
    Que Sera Sahra

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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.

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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!

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The biggest fashion trend this fall is a return to classics. For decades I have turned to @talbotsofficial for quality classics with style.  This season, Talbots has a fantastic range of pants to update the wardrobe. 

I love how these @talbotsofficial ivory stretch corduroy straight leg pants elevate closet classics! Available in Misses, Petite, Plus, Plus Petite, Curvy, and in 10 colors, these cords are a chic alternative to jeans and just as easy care! I can run errands and have a bit of quiet time with an ebook and a coffee with comfort and style. 

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