How I “suss out” an item when online shopping to reduce returns & regret
With 20 years of shopping online being literally my job, I share how I research to have greater success with my purchases, fewer returns, and less retail regret.
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Do Allbirds Fit Wide Feet? An Honest Review of 2 Different Styles
I have received so many requests to review Allbirds! Wardrobe Oxygen commenters and Community members have shared they’re intrigued by Allbirds’ ads on social media, the brand’s focus on sustainability, and them being worn by influencers. Thing is, it was hard to find reviews by those who had wide feet. Do Allbirds fit wide feet…
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This one bag has been through two decades of travel and protests with me
Let’s talk about why this bag I have is so perfect for protests, travel, and festivals and why I recommend (and have considered buying) these 5 other bags since mine is decades-old and sold out.
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Building a Spring Travel Capsule Wardrobe with Talbots
Spring is here, a favorite season for travel. Whether you’re heading overseas or checking out local destinations, you may be considering what to pack and how to pack the least but achieve the most style (and outfits). A capsule wardrobe can help you create multiple looks from a relatively small number of garments. I created…
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Tips for Changing Seasons with Your Closet
The next chapter in the Starting Style from Scratch series: tips for updating your closet for the upcoming season
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Spring Forward in Shades of Lilac, Lavender, and Orchid
While fashion experts are talking all about ballerina pink for spring, what I am seeing and excited about is the influx of lilac, violet, and lavender colors this spring. I called this as a 2024 fashion trend, but retailers are always a bit behind the runways. It makes sense that this color is now hot…
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Style Inspo: Early Spring Edition
After completing my mom’s estate, I rewarded myself by going back into therapy. This week my therapist asked what I enjoy most about this job, and it’s making collages, capsule wardrobes, and outfit flatlays. Writing is my baby, but this is fun like vision boarding in PicMonkey and seeing my thoughts become a bit more…
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My Picks from Chico’s New Arrivals
I perused all the pages of Chico’s New Arrivals to share what I fid to be the best buys as a Chico’s customer for over a decade.
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A Printfresh Dress Review And a Discussion of Quality Fashion
I receive gifted apparel from a range of brands and shop for my own apparel. Now that the world has reopened, I have resumed going to malls and stores to research for future content on Wardrobe Oxygen. I feel one needs to see and touch, understand textiles and trends, and understand the fit and practices…
