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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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@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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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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Outfit Posts · July 10, 2019

Good American Denim Jumpsuit

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A quick scroll through my archives and you'll see I love overalls and jumpsuits.  I've written before about a denim boilersuit I saw over a decade ago on the blog The Sartorialist that I have wanted in my closet.  I bought a denim boilersuit, had it tailored, customized it with sequined wings on the back, it was never quite right but I wore the heck out of it until it no longer fit (stay tuned, it will soon be in my Poshmark shop). I've learned that I get so excited by the idea, but once it's in my closet it's not terribly practical.  I'll choose dressy ones (the one here I've worn a dozen times), I'll choose breezy casual ones (like this one I recently featured), but denim… that's a toughie.  But that's where renting clothing is awesome – I can rent a denim jumpsuit or boilersuit, keep it as long as I want, return it when I'm over it (or realize it's not right for me), or if I do fall in love with it, I can keep it.  Needless to say, when I saw this Good American denim jumpsuit available in my size at Rent the Runway I added it to my next delivery.

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Jumpsuit: Good American Denim Jumpsuit via Rent the Runway Unlimited (size 4 which is equal to XL) use code RTRDC22F051 for $100 off your first month | Shoes: BCBG (super old; similar) | Earrings: Cober Hoops c/o Jenny Bird | Bag: Andra Crossbody c/o Dagne Dover (Medium) | Ring: Sceptre Pave Ring c/o REALM

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I was surprised to find the jumpsuit wasn't too long for my short self.  While it's fitted I didn't feel self-conscious in it and thought it looked really good with my shape. I loved that it had a front zipper for ease getting it on and off.  I was able to slip it on just fine however, when it came to taking it off, it wasn't as easy.  I had to pull a sleeve, then pull on the pockets to shimmy it down, then practically be double-jointed to get the back and pull it, then the other sleeve… I couldn't imagine what I'd do if I was out and had to use a public restroom.

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I was invited to a happy hour hosted by a local marketing company and figured it would be a short night.  I didn't plan on drinking, so I'd keep liquids to a minimum and be home before I have to try to Houdini myself out of it.  Enjoy the style, get a few photos feeling fierce, send it back to Rent the Runway Unlimited the next day.  These mirror selfies are from window shopping before I met up with my friend for the happy hour.

The happy hour was in a super cute bar in Georgetown and they had the whole top floor.  And the top floor's A/C stopped working.  It was hot, even hotter in a denim jumpsuit.  I got sparkling water with ice, guzzled it in less than a minute, blew on the ice to cool my face.  Refilled that glass four times with water, blotted my face with a napkin, fanned myself with a happy hour menu.  I sweat so much I think all those glasses of water just oozed out of my skin instead of heading to my bladder.

But then a friend and I decided to go to dinner afterward.  And I drank more water.  And before the meal was over I had to go use the restroom.  I was terrified, I was going to pull a muscle or wet myself or something in there and it wasn't a large multi-stall restroom down a hall.  Oh no, it was an individual bathroom right near tables, with a silly barn door that locked but wouldn't hide my screams or cries if I dislocated a shoulder while trying to pee.  But to my surprise, all that sweating must have stretched out the jumpsuit that little bit that I needed and with only a little wriggling I was able to get it off and get to business.

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So I totally planned to send this back but instead, I kept it for maybe another wear.  This time I glammed out with my silver snakeskin boots (previously seen here and here) but next time maybe I'll cuff it and wear them with my Adidas Superstars or an open heel. I also saw some customer reviews on the RTR site that showed it unzipped more with a cami peeking out. Or maybe after a week or two, I'll realize I'll never wear it again and just mail it back for something else to replace it.  If you're interested in this Good American denim jumpsuit I did find it still available in some straight and plus sizes at Bloomingdale's.  I also linked to other denim jumpsuits below in a variety of sizes, retailers, and pricepoints.  And if you rent this jumpsuit from RTR Unlimited and decide you love it, you can buy it from RTR at 10% off the retail price.  And I've seen the older an item is, the better the discount from RTR.  I recently rented something and it was 45% off retail, but no longer available in any stores/a previous season.  If you're not a member, every influencer under the sun is currently a Rent the Runway ambassador and offering a discount code and you already either joined or despise the brand thanks to it being EVERYWHERE.  Shocker of all shockers I too am one of those annoying RTR ambassadors; my code is AGARY50 for 50% off your first month though there may be other promo codes out there that are better (I've seen some for 3 months for the price of 2, first month free, etc.).  It's worth it to Google to find the best promo for your needs.

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As for makeup, this summer I'm trying out spending more time on my skin and less time on makeup.  I did a hint of concealer (this one by Glossier) around the eyes just to hide darkness.  Did my brows (this pencil from NYX and Glossier's Bow Brow), curled my lashes and added mascara (Thrive Causemetics), sometimes a fine line of liquid liner, hint of bronzer, and then a neutral lip (often times just a glossy balm and if I want to be fancy, a matte red lip). So many summers I end up dabbing away my foundation and powders due to sweat or have beige-colored rivulets going down my neck.  So far I'm comfortable. The concealer helps; it may fade away through the day but makes my reflection match what I see in my mind so I can feel confident with or without it once I reach my destination.

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  1. b says

    July 14, 2019 at 8:37 am

    I love the fit of this on you- Except- for the flying boob covers. My pet peeve with chest pockets causing me to either sew them down or use double stick wardrobe tape to wrestle them into submission.

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      July 14, 2019 at 5:59 pm

      LOL I’d liikely do that if I kept it. I tried ironing them down to no avail!

      Reply
  2. Val M says

    July 13, 2019 at 9:21 pm

    Your blog continues to be simply fantastic! Love your posts and this one was no different with the whole bathroom scenario!!! Had to second the comment about the Thrive mascara, best mascara I’ve ever used! I continue to shop your recommendations as they are always spot on. Love this jumpsuit on you! Very fun!

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    • Alison Gary says

      July 14, 2019 at 6:00 pm

      Thank you so much Val!

      Reply
  3. RoseAG says

    July 11, 2019 at 7:33 am

    I feel hot just looking at those boots.
    Are the legs the wrong shape to roll up to your ankle and wear with your Birks?

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      July 14, 2019 at 6:01 pm

      It wasn’t too hot, but my feet don’t get especially hot. I love the idea of birks but they are the wrong leg shape.

      Reply
  4. Vicki says

    July 10, 2019 at 6:03 pm

    This might be of interest: https://www.buddhapants.com/collections/jumpers/products/jean-harem-jumpsuit

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    • Alison Gary says

      July 14, 2019 at 6:01 pm

      Cool!

      Reply
  5. Clare G says

    July 10, 2019 at 12:19 pm

    You look AMAZING in that jumpsuit!!

    Separately, *shout out* of thanks for the Thrive mascara recommendation. I bought it when you did a post about it, and it is absolutely the best mascara I’ve ever used!

    Thanks for the awesome content, transparency, and fun facts about your life!

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      July 14, 2019 at 6:02 pm

      I’m so glad you like it as well! And thank you!

      Reply
  6. Lee says

    July 10, 2019 at 11:08 am

    I was so nervous, reading along on this post! Will she make it to the bathroom in time?? Lol! So glad it worked out well & you look great in that.

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      July 14, 2019 at 6:02 pm

      LOL thank you!

      Reply
  7. Vicki says

    July 10, 2019 at 10:52 am

    My favorite one piece was a powder suit from the 90s. It simplified getting dressed for skiing, I was comfortable and warm all day out on the slopes, undressing for bathroom was easy enough. I experienced a similar ease of use with my stretchy Cabi jersey romper this spring-summer.

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    • Alison Gary says

      July 14, 2019 at 6:03 pm

      LOVE cabi jumpsuits!

      Reply
  8. Debra C. says

    July 10, 2019 at 10:47 am

    I literally laughed out loud reading about your potential bathroom escapade. Glad it worked out better than you expected. You are totally rocking that jumpsuit though! And with the boots!!! *fainting* Love your site, and I always look forward to your posts.

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      July 14, 2019 at 6:05 pm

      Thank you Debra!

      Reply
  9. Linda B says

    July 10, 2019 at 10:44 am

    You really do look great in that jumpsuit! And I can totally imagine it being too warm in the heat. It would be perfect though for spring and fall, and any cooler summer days. I wouldn’t be surprised if you keep it.

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    • Alison Gary says

      July 14, 2019 at 6:06 pm

      Thanks Linda!

      Reply
  10. LynninRI says

    July 10, 2019 at 9:14 am

    You look fabulous in the jumpsuit…and thanks for the laugh about handling it in the restroom…. oh, and BIG thanks for the shopping site list – it makes it easier to find things when I remember something I saw on your site, remember who you bought it from but can’t remember “when” I saw it to click through the link….

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      July 14, 2019 at 6:06 pm

      My pleasure! And thank you!

      Reply
  11. Wendy K says

    July 10, 2019 at 8:46 am

    I had an outfit like this when I was a kid. I thought I was hot shit. I always dreamed that it would come back in style one day, and here we are. You look fabulous in it. I love reading your posts and had a good laugh when I read your plans of not drinking a lot so you would not have to use the restroom. Those kinds of things never go as planned.

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    • Alison Gary says

      July 14, 2019 at 6:07 pm

      I bet you WERE hot shit in that outfit! 🙂 And thank you!

      Reply
  12. Susan L says

    July 10, 2019 at 8:27 am

    I’m partial to denim so I love the jumpsuit. My first thought when I saw you photo was that it fit you very well and you looked striking. It may be a temp outfit, but for me, finally finding an item that I’ve thought about a lot is quite satisfying.

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    • Alison Gary says

      July 14, 2019 at 6:08 pm

      Thank you Susan!

      Reply

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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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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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Oct 18

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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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Oct 17

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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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Oct 11

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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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https://liketk.it/4kFNi #talbots #mytalbots #talbotspartner #ltkover40 #modernclassicstyle #liketkit #ltkover40

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