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Okay I know you want to know about what we’re wearing! 

My sister’s caftan is from @anthropologie (bought this summer so maybe you can find on resale sites).

I’m wearing a @bananarepublic dress also from this summer with the @universalstandard denim chore jacket and a hat I got from a @madewell collab a year or so ago. I glammed it up with some gold chains and gold drop earrings, but kept it comfy for a night of standing and dancing with @birkenstock sandals.

This was my first big outing since my eye surgery, and with a pocketful of eye drops I felt good (and grateful we splurged for good seats!).

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- The Unbelievable Lift Scoop Balconette: sexy, supportive, and so lightweight!

- The Embraceable Wireless: I’ve recommended this wireless bra for large busts for years and was in need for a new one! 

- The Stunning Support Smooth Balconette: this is the perfect t-shirt bra for large busts with padded straps and disappears under knits

- The Stunning Starlet Multi-Way Strapless: recently improved for more support and more comfort, this wireless bra stays put and gives fab shape

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Still recovering from my eye surgery but feeling more myself. Getting dolled up helps me feel me. Bright colors and bold jewelry have been signature Alison since I was a kid! 

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Earrings: Amazon
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Bra: @lovebravissimo 
Lipstick: @glossier 
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It was so funny and so quick I couldn’t not share! I bought this @hulkenbag a year ago and use it all the time. Carting shoot supplies, groceries, packing for road trips, and carting donations. This weekend @thenewdealcafe in @cityofgreenbelt hosted a community clothing swap so I made sure my family and I went through our summer wardrobes to gather that which we no longer needed or fit.

This wasn’t the first clothing swap and folks in town know my style (and my job) so there were some waiting for my arrival. Look how fast I cleared out this big bag! Speaking of the bag one other swap attendee said she got herself a Hulken after seeing mine in action!

It’s so great to know our old clothes are getting a good life and this bag makes carting them to the cafe so easy! I got my Hulken on Amazon, it comes in other colors and sizes too: https://amzn.to/48iTY4Y yep the bag is as great as all those ads you see on social media, I’m a big fan!
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I can see clearly now…

Actually I can’t, but things after my retina surgery are much improved! My next appointment is in a month and I’m cleared to get back into the world (with some restrictions to protect my eye).

With a sclera buckle, it changes your eye shape and now I am nearsighted again (I had lasik a few years ago). Once the eye is stabilized I can get glasses or contacts but until then I’m 20/20 in one eye and right now 20/60 in the other. But the eye is healing beautifully and I feel positive!

And I could see clearly enough to fall for this poppy-colored cotton jumpsuit from @pistoladenim. It comes in a few colors but this one is my favorite. I went with XL (im@a 14, sometimes 16) and likely could have sized down but I enjoy the relaxed fit and the drawstring waistband to create shape. And hello zipper closure making it super easy to get on and off!

My husband took this photo right after my eye appointment, I think it reflects my positive attitude and feeling of hope! 🧡

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

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

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

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Fashion Advice · October 17, 2016

The Velvet Trend: How to Wear It without Looking Like a ‘90s Flashback

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Wardrobe Oxygen: How to wear the velvet trendIn 1997 I had two long-sleeved velvet bodysuits – one was a garnet color with a mock turtleneck; the other was royal blue crushed velvet with a scoop neck. I’d pair them with baggy Calvin Klein jeans that were pretty much held up with my hip bones and bum, and on my feet were some well-worn Doc Martens.

When I saw velvet was back in style this season I groaned. Donna Martin graduated and so did I, from wearing velvet bodysuits. I have no desire to recreate the ‘90s even if it’s on trend. But the more I see how velvet is being styled this year, the more I’m digging it. Nordstrom asked me to share with you fall trends and I’ve been so impressed with velvet this fall I decided to feature it. While you won’t find me in a crushed velvet mock-neck body suit, you may find me in some of these wearable velvet trends:

The Velvet Jacket

This summer I attended a fundraising gala for a local theater. It was an Art Deco theater and guests were encouraged to dress in period fashion. My friend showed up in the most glorious beaded and embroidered black velvet long jacket/kimono/cocoon and I couldn’t stop drooling over it. She told me it’s one of the most versatile pieces in her wardrobe; style with a simple dress or pants and you’re ready for a cocktail party, the theater, and yes, a ‘20s inspired costume gala.

This jacket from Eileen Fisher isn’t as blingy but achieves the same effect as my friend’s jacket. But a jacket doesn’t have to be long and drapey to be this versatile. A tux-inspired velvet blazer can create a Le Smoking with cigarette pants and a silk camisole yet dress down with a tee and jeans. A cropped military-inspired jacket looks equally chic with a full taffeta midi skirt as a pair of fluid work trousers. A longer velvet jacket can take your work sheath from desk to drinks and work over skirts from mini to maxi and trousers of all leg widths.

Velvet is a great fabric for more casual jacket styles too. In such a fabric, a bomber or denim-inspired jacket can replace a blazer for a more creative workplace or can make a simple tank and jeans a chic ensemble for a night out.

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This is a trend where you can dig into the dark recesses of your closet or hit your local thrift store to score some fabulous velvet jackets with a history. To keep them looking modern, consider having them altered to narrow the sleeves and maybe the torso. Style with modern touches like crisp narrow trousers, pointed-toe boots, and structural bags.

The Velvet Boot

This season’s short boot makes a statement. Metallics, embroidery (my personal fave), studs, and yes velvet. In fact you can often find all of these in one statement boot.

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A statement boot is a great wardrobe addition because it can make your current wardrobe look fresh and on trend. There’s sure to be a silhouette that appeals to your personal style. Chelsea boots, slim heels, block heels, granny boots, and yes those ‘90s staple the Doc Marten are available this season in velvet.

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Style such a boot with tights and skirts of all lengths. It looks great under straight and bootcut jeans or slipped over jeggings or leggings and cuffed boyfriend jeans. If your office is more relaxed, it’s a fun way to add interest to work trousers. With a statement boot, don’t worry about matching. With a black base, treat them like solid black leather boots and pair with most anything in your closet.

The Velvet Dress

This is a category where you can easily go into grunge territory. There’s a lot of dresses on the market this season that give me flashbacks to college dated parties. But luckily there’s also a bunch that are beautiful, modern, and very wearable.

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My favorite way to wear the velvet trend this fall and winter is with burnout velvet. Burnout velvet is unique and elegant and will look chic even after the velvet trend has faded away. It’s artsy, it’s romantic, it’s goth, it’s elegant. It’s usually stretchy and it can make a swing or a-line style look after five. A burnout velvet dress can be worn to all the weddings, cocktail parties, and holiday fetes on your social calendar for the rest of the year.

Tips to Keep Velvet Looking Modern this Season:

If your style is ‘90s, balance it with modern makeup and accessories. Don’t pair your velvet fit and flare dress with chunky Mary Janes and brown lipstick. Keep the look crisp and chic with elegant shoes, a fresh face, sleek hair and by all means do not wear a velvet choker with it!

  • Embrace velvet’s texture. Mix textures: velvet with chiffon, silk, distressed denim, cashmere, leather. Go luxe instead of goth.
  • Tone down the sparkle. Velvet has its own sheen and doesn’t need a lot of bling. A red lip, a slim heel, a simple clutch and you’re ready for your formal affairs. Keep the sparkle for more matte of fabrics.
  • Blend high with low. A velvet blazer can look downtown chic with boyfriend jeans. Pair a velvet skirt with your favorite tee shirt knotted at the waist. Style velvet jeans with Chucks. This is an especially good rule with vintage and vintage-inspired velvet pieces that may look too precious or stuffy otherwise.
  • Don’t style velvet with velvet. While it may seem like aa good idea to style that velvet dress with your velvet T-strap heels, this is velvet overkill. Velvet makes a big statement, and does best when tempered with other materials. For dressy occasions, consider shoes in a matte silk or crepe so they don’t compete. Style a velvet skirt or trousers with a cashmere turtleneck or crisp white shirt; pair a velvet jacket or blouse with wool tuxedo pants or a silk faille midi skirt.

Thanks to Nordstrom for sponsoring this post. I’m psyched about so many trends this season and it has been fun being able to dig in to a few and show you how to make them wearable for all!

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  1. Linda B says

    October 19, 2016 at 12:28 am

    I’ve been a sucker for velvet forever! I’ve picked up a few great vintage pieces in consignment shops in recent years. My favorite is a long a-line skirt (almost to my lower calves) in a gorgeous shade of dark sage/olive green. It’s got a label from a Texas company. It has amazing shimmer and drape. Fun to wear partly because the fabric drapes and swishes as I walk and also people love seeing it. And now it’s on trend….

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 27, 2016 at 8:11 am

      It sounds like an amazing piece!

      Reply
  2. Lorena Lorena says

    October 18, 2016 at 3:06 pm

    Haha, I laughed at your Donna Martin sentence.
    I admit to having 2 velvet jackets that I have not worn in a while… it’s time to bring ’em back into rotation however I am wondering if they will look dated as they hit right on the hip bone and I think current ones are a bit more long..

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 18, 2016 at 3:53 pm

      It seems all lengths are working, though you may want to take it to a tailor to narrow the sleeves or body?

      Reply
      • Lorena Lorena says

        October 19, 2016 at 4:21 pm

        Its a good idea, I will try them on first.. see if they even fit!

        Reply
  3. Nancydrew says

    October 18, 2016 at 9:33 am

    Great ideas here! I do love velvet- it all started with a black velvet jumpsuit I wore to a roller skating parting as a 9 year old. It laced up the front with a red embroidered ribbon!

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 18, 2016 at 3:54 pm

      That sounds amazing!

      Reply
  4. Tiffany Hutton says

    October 18, 2016 at 1:50 am

    Oh, I love velvet with a passion. I wore it in the 80s, and in the 90s, and I’m always thrilled when it comes back. It can be cheap and nasty looking, so I shop really carefully … I had a pair of Paige black velvet jeans that I only relinquished when they almost fell apart.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 18, 2016 at 3:54 pm

      I had some purple velvet jeans from Express, I wish I still had them!

      Reply
  5. janejetson says

    October 17, 2016 at 8:03 pm

    There is no shame in velvet. It comes in and out a lot and it adds such nice texture. I guess there might be shame in owning a picture of Elvis on velvet. But not to me, to each her own.

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 18, 2016 at 3:54 pm

      I bet there’s many a hipster who would proudly hang an oil on velvet of Elvis in their Brooklyn apartment!

      Reply
  6. TheLibrarian28 says

    October 17, 2016 at 7:26 pm

    In my case, I’d look like a 60s flashback! When I was in high school, we (boys and girls) would hitchhike (!) into San Francisco and buy velvet jackets at the thrift stores. You’d wear them with jeans and boots. I still am a big velvet fan, but don’t have any at the moment. Maybe it’s time to replenish the wardrobe…

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 18, 2016 at 3:55 pm

      When trends come that you enjoy, jump on them!

      Reply
  7. Ginger says

    October 17, 2016 at 7:26 pm

    I think velvet is nice for a Winter party dress. It’s festive, but a little heavier so you can wear it without a jacket or sweater and still be comfortable.

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 18, 2016 at 3:55 pm

      So true, stylish AND practical!

      Reply
  8. Versatilestylebytracey says

    October 17, 2016 at 7:07 pm

    I am so ready for the velvet trend as i have two jackets I bought a few years ago and added floral brocade velvet tops last season. For this season i lucked out and found some pants on off season clearance. I am ready, now if we could just get out of the 80’s temperatures, so I can indulge! These pieces are fantastic and i am seriously drooling over the boots.

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 18, 2016 at 3:56 pm

      I hear you on the weather, we get glimpses of fall then days like today where all the windows are open and I’m warm in my jeans and short sleeved tee!

      Reply
  9. Cynthia Peterson says

    October 17, 2016 at 3:45 pm

    Great ideas for updating. I’m going to try my short-sleeve velvet fit-and-flare dress with a denim jacket. I would love to add those embroidered velvet boots to my wardrobe!

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 18, 2016 at 3:56 pm

      Sounds great!

      Reply
  10. Kathryn Braun Fenner says

    October 17, 2016 at 2:30 pm

    I appreciate your delineation of what looking like a 90s flashback would be. I lived in Maine during most of the 90s, so I think of them as plaid shirts–basically, the LL Bean catalog.
    I love velvet….

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 18, 2016 at 3:57 pm

      LOL it was always a culture shock when in middle and high school my family would go to Saco for the summer. I’d be in my trendy duds and the other kids would all be in hand me down LL Bean!

      Reply
      • Kathryn Braun Fenner says

        October 18, 2016 at 4:13 pm

        and Saco is swankier than Biddeford….I lived in Portland. I saw plenty of LL Bean at the opening night of the symphony, the opera, weddings…

        Reply
  11. Michelle Van Ellis says

    October 17, 2016 at 1:26 pm

    I like clothes, I do, but I’m really a shoe whore. Those low-heeled, black velvet with the yellow embroidery? Screaming my name. I don’t remember wearing velvet in the 90s but definitely had a velvet paisley, autumnal colored blazer in the 80s.

    Oh, wanted to let you know I got my Amlactin shipment today. 3 different products with each in 3 different sizes. I am set for winter!

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 17, 2016 at 1:34 pm

      Yay so glad to hear you got your prize! Congrats again!so wore velvet in the ’80s, can recall a dress with long sleeves and an elasticized ruffle cuff and a ruffle at the neck and the bib!

      Reply
  12. SDawsonH says

    October 17, 2016 at 12:41 pm

    Hi Allie, I would also point out that Talbots has a lovely velvet blazer this season. I have no affiliation with the brand, but I really like the quality and the broad range of sizes available.

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 17, 2016 at 12:45 pm

      I have a Talbots velvet blazer from many years ago… I wonder if I have it in the attic, this is the year to pull it out! https://www.wardrobeoxygen.com/my-wardrobe-today-friday-12/

      Reply
      • tgchi13 says

        October 19, 2016 at 1:00 am

        That photo of you in the blazer is one of my all-time favorites of you! I hope the jacket IS in the attic 🙂

        Reply
        • Georgia Mom says

          October 22, 2016 at 11:05 am

          Ditto, but in the post you say it’s an Ann Taylor blazer. Anyways, I’ve been eyeing that Talbots’s velvet blazer for a while and they recently had a 40% off any one item sale. When I took my measurements the chart said I needed a size 22 (normally an XL) so I went into a store to try on similar jackets. Ended up getting a size 14. Anyway, did you know if you order using the red phone in the store you get free shipping?!!?? Ordered the black – wish they had a hot pink like yours.
          — Suzanne

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  13. Patricia says

    October 17, 2016 at 8:32 am

    I look to Ralph Lauren for ideas on styling velvet. He seems to have a lot of velvet in his runway shows and it’s fun to adapt it to my modest price point. He’s shown cream or white fisherman’s sweaters with black velvet pants … like your suggestion and one I can easily replicate without runway prices. I also have a Chinese reversible black velvet/gold silk jacket I can think of several ways to wear and might even try with casual jeans (dark rinse) as per your suggestion.
    I have a dressy capsule in my closet I can use either to dress up or mix with my everyday style capsule. I’m including velour and velveteen in the velvet category.

    Reply
    • Patricia says

      October 17, 2016 at 8:33 am

      And if this is a sample of sponsored posts, bring them on! Loved this one. Lots of good info.

      Reply
      • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

        October 17, 2016 at 8:36 am

        Yes this is sponsored, and a big reason why I like working with Nordstrom. They give me a ton of leeway to write about whatever I want, as long as it (naturally) features only their products. Considering I’m a major Nordy’s fangirl and was before I even was a blogger, it’s not hard to incorporate their products and make it feel organic to the blog! Glad you liked it!

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      October 17, 2016 at 8:36 am

      I was pulling out my fall clothes and thinking how I’d love to put my cream fisherman sweater with some silk or velvet pants this winter!

      Reply
      • Patricia says

        October 17, 2016 at 9:44 am

        Great minds, or at least stylish minds, thinking alike.

        Reply

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Ladies who lunch…

While in Savannah, I made sure to get lunch reservations for me and E at @theoldepinkhouse she loves the color pink, historic homes, and ghost stories so it was a perfect choice! 

Built in 1789 on Reynolds Square, there are stories of guests seeing ghosts, cutlery and wine bottles moving along with an elegant and truly delicious dining. 

While we didn’t see any apparitions, we did have a lovely lunch with impeccable service and after toured all floors of the home. I highly recommend a visit if you’re visiting Savannah!

My dress is from @cosstores (no longer available); hat is @furtalk and bag is @talbotsofficial (no longer available).

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Aug 29

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Scenes from a week in Savannah… 

The three of us (and our dog Oscar!) had a warm and humid but wonderful time exploring Savannah, Georgia earlier this month. Our daughter visited this gorgeous city last summer with her @girlscouts troop but wanted to return to experience more. We let her choose our adventures and play your guide and it was awesome. We cannot wait to visit again, though next time it won’t be August 🥵

For more of our trip check the “Savannah” highlight on my profile page!

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Aug 28

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Stripes are always right…

Y’all know I love stripes and when @universalstandard came out with their Breton-stripe dresses and tops I HAD to try them! As expected, the quality is stellar, the fit boosts my confidence, and I appreciate the range of colors (5 different stripes to choose from) and sizes (00-50). For reference, I’m wearing XS but preferred S for the top and I usually wear a 14 or XL in other brands.

The tote is @able and it’s a soft yet durable leather that just looks better with time. This color (cognac) is one that transitions nicely from summer to fall. 

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#usinthewild #bretonstripes #midsizestyle #midsizefashion #size14 #over40style

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Aug 27

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The family that wears @printfresh together stays together 🥰

Use code wardrobe_oxygen for 15% off your order of size-inclusive organic cotton sleepwear, dresses, bags & more https://glnk.io/qk04/wardrobe-oxygen

I’ve been raving about my Printfresh pajamas for years, my family also wanted to try them. Thank you Printfresh for gifting these for our annual three generation girls’ getaway to Rehoboth Beach, DE. We had a great time and being all matchy matchy in our pajamas was a fun addition! 🐅🍃🥰

#printfresh #printfreshpajamas #printfreshpartner

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Shuts laptop until Monday… #RehobothBeach

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