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Night and day…

Met three dear friends for an early dinner that went on until after the sun set. Great food and conversation with some great women!

The dress is @adamlippes and I borrowed it from @renttherunway. The bag is @jcrew and a splurge but I regretted not buying it the last time they offered this bag and this color is SO me. I mean, look how great it is with these many years old suede heeled sandals? Meant to be!

This color combination makes me so happy, and this dress was comfy even after a decadent meal. We all deserve to experience comfort and joy with our wardrobes! 💛🩷

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If @thechicks are in town you can bet @debbiefaye78 and I will be there! So when we heard they were coming to @merriweatherpp we were so excited. And their concert did not disappoint. As always, a phenomenal show! If The Chicks come to your neck of the woods I highly recommend you go!

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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For years I’ve trusted @somaintimates for the right bras and the right fit but it had been a while since I visited a Soma boutique to try on all the styles they currently have for a large bust. I must say I was impressed! Knowledgeable staff, extensive collection in larger sizes, and some of the most comfortable and innovative bras in up to H cups! Each body is different but what I loved:

- The Stunning Push-Up: targeted for the DD+ customer gives amazing lift and great shape under fitted knits.

- 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

I also picked up some of Soma’s iconic Vanishing Edge panties which keep you line-free. The whole Vanishing collection is genius. I loved being able to donate my gently used bras at my local Soma boutique to give to those in need. We all deserve a lift and Soma strives to achieve that. It’s why I’ve been a fan and customer for years and am honored to partner with them. Soma is the perfect fitting bra solution. Visit the link in my bio to shop and to find your local Soma boutique! #SomaPartner #SomaBraFit #SomaStartsWithMe
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If I close my eyes you can’t tell one is still bloodshot 😜

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! 

Sweater: @favorite.daughter 
Earrings: Amazon
Necklace: @_jennybird (old)
Ring: @realmfinejewelry 
Bra: @lovebravissimo 
Lipstick: @glossier 
Pins as “cufflinks”: vintage

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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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Happy gotcha day, Oscar! Four years ago he came into our life and we are so happy to have in our family!

Oscar was a rescue and came with some… quirks. Over the years we have come to understand him and he has come to trust us. He’s a diva, a snuggler, he could play catch for hours, and he’s my husband’s shadow. 

We’ve never had a small breed dog before and it’s a whole different experience. But we adore Oscar and couldn’t imagine our life without him! Thank you for coming into our life Oskie McGoskie! 🐾❤️
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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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Health and Wellness, Nutrition, The Business of Blogging · March 2, 2015

Marching Forward…

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How is it already March??? The beginning of 2015 went by in a flash, but the beginning of the year always does for our family. Birthday after birthday, Valentine’s Day and Girl Scouts and hey… one year since my arm first broke. We didn’t celebrate this milestone (arm, you’ve come a long way baby), but every time we have a crazy or difficult day Karl and I say to each other, “Well we’re doing so much better than we were a year ago this day.” It helps put things in perspective, and remind us of how blessed we are.

Friday night I went to yoga for the first time in a long while. Before Emerson, I used to go to Karl’s classes three times a week and Karl and I would start our mornings with a few sun salutations. After Emerson it was impossible to attend since someone had to stay home with baby and I woke before K, so our family sessions were few and far between. A little over a year ago, my mom started coming over Friday nights to put Em to bed so I could go to yoga. My mom has been going to Karl’s yoga class twice weekly since he started teaching and she knows the benefits from flexibility to a chance to let the mind be still. With the broken arm and the lack of flexibility after the casts and braces came off, it was near impossible to get through a class. And then winter hit, family illnesses and heating issues in the building where Karl teaches. Needless to say, Friday night’s class was a long time coming. It was exciting to be able to do every form, to put weight on my right hand and arm without pain or fear, and to get away from a computer and decompress.

With the weather, I’ve dropped my morning walking. A bit gun shy from the ice last winter, I’m pretty nervous outside in this weather and don’t feel confident enough to walk around, especially in the dark of the early morning. I try to do some yoga in the morning but I’ve gotten really out of habit. This month I am getting back into the swing of things, giving my body the movement it needs and deserves.

The holidays was also terrible for my food intake. I went off the Whole30 rails, enjoying desserts, pasta, Girl Scout cookies, and plenty of cocktails and I feel sluggish and… well old. It made me realize how light and comfortable I felt when on a primarily Whole30 diet so I’ve gone back. I’m still enjoying a glass of wine from time to time, but again cutting out the grains, the sugar, and the dairy. Karl’s completely on board and makes Whole30-friendly dinners and we’ve agreed to again have the kitchen stocked with Whole30 foods to make breakfasts and lunches easy. I find it’s not temptation of the non-compliant foods; except for things like Samoas and potato chips I don’t crave the cheese, bread, or sweets that are in the house. I find I falter when it’s too difficult to figure out what to eat. Having ground beef, avocados, olives, pre-cut veggies, lots of fruit available makes it easier to stay on track.

I’ve been pretty stressed in general, but it hasn’t been bad things. I don’t know what I was smoking when I agreed to be a co-leader for Emerson’s Daisy Girl Scouts troop, it’s not like I needed anything additional on my plate, but I love it. I co-lead with two amazing fellow moms in my community and I love how we’re very different people bringing different skills and talents to the troop, and how well we work together. Right now it’s all about the cookies (as an FYI to those who don’t know, Girl Scouts doesn’t give troops any funding, the money for their troops to run and their activities to take place – even buying patches and badges comes from either dues or fundraising/selling cookies). Since we’re a brand new troop and have girls of different economic levels, we’re trying to make it with just fundraising profits and not dues. This weekend we had our Investiture Ceremony and the girls got their pins; they were so excited and we are thrilled to see how much they have learned and grown since we started just a few short months ago. Booth sales run through this month, but we’re starting to focus on the girls earning their Daisy Petals. I’m looking forward to our spring activities!

Work has been a bit crazy. My department transitioned to a new company, and so far it has been pretty great. They’re a friendly, collaborative group and have really made us feel welcome and part of the team. We’ve had a lot of moving around for the companies: most of our DC office moved to a new location this January, a different location’s staff is moving into our office in those empty desks this week, and come this summer my department will be moving to the new company’s location. It’s the time of year for annual reviews so I’ve been spending a lot of time after work hours writing evaluations. It’s also a time of the year for proposals and rebids, so we’ve also been busy with budgets. With the change to a new company, my staff changed so we’ve had to adjust with fewer folks and learning how to ask for help from our new coworkers. But there’s a positive feel in the air, we’re doing some fun new things with new clients, we’re getting energy from our new creative coworkers, and I think it’s going to be a great year for my department.

And the blog… well after ten years I think it’s time for some renovations! I hate it when my favorite blogs change so much I don’t recognize them and don’t know how to navigate them. As I do a bit of a facelift to Wardrobe Oxygen in the next couple of months, I’m keeping that in mind. I’d like to hear from you so I can be sure this site is still easy for you to read and access. The content isn’t changing, it’s more of a site makeover. What do you like, what do you hate, what does another blog have that you find really useful. I’ll consider all feedback, there’s no point in updating this site if it makes it less enjoyable for you to read and access!

I’m starting a monthly newsletter, which you likely noticed by the pop-up on the screen (mobile users don’t see it because I think pop-ups are a PITA on my phone and I didn’t want to do that to you). This newsletter will provide content not on the blog or social media – reviews of what I have recently read, listened to, or seen; upcoming events I’ll be attending or you may wish to attend; promotions and sales just for newsletter subscribers; I’ll also be answering reader questions and discussing personal style and current trends. Do sign up (here is the link), the first newsletter will go out this week and they’ll be a first week of the month occurrence. And as I request for the site update, I appreciate any feedback to make these newsletters better for you!

Fashion has been minimal with this weather. Lots of layers, wool, cashmere, and fleece. I said I was going to return these boots in this post… but I didn’t. The soles are awesome for the slush and ice, and I can step on what I think is firm icy snow and fall into a deep puddle of slush and stay dry. They’re not the most flattering but they’re pretty badass in how they handle winter. I wear with leggings or jeggings, and have worn under work trousers for my commute.  I can't wait for warmer, dryer weather so I can get excited about fashion again!

So how are you doing?  Surviving the winter?  Anything new or exciting happening in your neck of the world?

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  1. Kara says

    March 4, 2015 at 7:53 pm

    I do low carb and I find if I keep saying to myself that it’s a lifestyle, not a diet, I am able to stick with it. I lost 15 lbs without a lot of pain.

    I love your site and I especially love the what you wore, wardrobe capsule, what you are buying for a new season, and online store sales posts.

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  2. Karen says

    March 3, 2015 at 4:11 pm

    Oh those Girl Scout cookies! Thin Mints are my downfall. And they last in the freezer for a long time, or so I’ve been told. Lol.

    I’m sure your daughter is loving being a Daisy and having you be a leader. It really sets an example for volunteering. Though I did not get involved with Girl Scouts as far as being a leader, I did participate in GS and volunteered for many other activities. My daughter is now a college student and volunteers for many groups. Animals is her choice of activity. I think it’s good for them to see their parents getting involved in school and community and know that they too can make a difference somewhere or in someone’s life.

    As for the blog, I agree with Dee and the “click to read more” annoys me too. I’ve stopped reading blogs because of that feature and if I’m directed to one and I see the “click,” I just close the tab. I did not realize how important click views were. I don’t have a blog so I don’t really know how those things work, lol. I’m glad to hear that you won’t be changing the blog look.

    And lastly, I’m glad you kept the LL Bean boots. They’re products are practical, well made and serve their purpose well. I live in FL, so no snow for me (yay) but a few years ago I got a version of their Bean boots that they turned into ballet flats. These are the greatest things for the rain, and we do get a lot of that in FL! Fashionable too.

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  3. Lilliasrose says

    March 2, 2015 at 6:50 pm

    I’ve been on Atkins for two years now. I miss beer SO much but it does a great job of controlling my blood sugar. (I give myself 4 or 5 cheats a year.).

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  4. Accidental Icon says

    March 2, 2015 at 3:54 pm

    Wow I thought I was busy. But I guess you really show that a focused, determined woman with good support at home can do it all!. I have been dealing with managing the cold, making sure I am spending time with my daughter and grand daughter, doing a good job for my students by prepping and being current and relevant, and attending to the blog. I feel right on the line of everything being too much but yet I am managing. Spring break is soon and I hope to get a little ahead with posts in the can etc. Good choice about the Daisy leader, my little girl is 31 now and time goes very fast enjoy every second. Good luck with the changes, I think you are perfect right now.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 2, 2015 at 3:57 pm

      Aww you’re the best. And I hear you about being right on the line, I’ve felt that way for a while now but I know it’s all worth it, and every day I’m so grateful to have a great partner in Karl who keeps me from freaking out or having too much on my plate. You’re doing a phenomenal job with everything, I can’t wait to see where the blog takes you in 2015!!

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  5. Dee says

    March 2, 2015 at 3:46 pm

    The cold weather and dreary days has really gotten me down. The start of March makes it seem like spring can’t be far away and I’m feeling like I need a ‘reboot’.
    As far as blog changes go, I’ve always enjoyed your posts and writing style. I like how you have a search function. What I dislike about many blogs is where they’ve gone to ‘click to continue reading’. I’ve stopped reading all blogs that have gone to that format. It’s annoying if you want to read more than a single-day posting. Good luck with your newsletter, but those too are things I don’t bother with. I read the blog, I don’t want to have to get a separate email or read a facebook page etc. I’ve become very selective about how I spend my free time, and when I choose to spend time on the computer, I don’t want to spend extra time clicking around.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 2, 2015 at 3:49 pm

      This is great feedback, Dee. I also hate the “click to continue reading,” I get that it provides more space on the main page (and increases pageviews which brands care about), but I’m old school, I want to be able to scroll to the bottom, click to the next page, and see a few more complete posts. So I will be keeping that. As for the newsletter, you won’t miss anything by signing up, the content here won’t change. It’s smart to prioritize your computer time!

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  6. kathy says

    March 2, 2015 at 2:58 pm

    I think those boots are pretty awesome looking.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 2, 2015 at 3:49 pm

      Oh I adore them. I just don’t try to look at myself in a mirror when I wear them!

      Reply
  7. Sarah says

    March 2, 2015 at 1:35 pm

    About your blog and the changes you are contemplating…I think that no matter what changes you might make that your unique voice and writing style will shine. I am always so impressed with your personal and positive style. Thank you for sharing so much of your life and goals with us as your readers, even when you are stressed! I always feel encouraged to be a little more stylish and a little more accepting of myself after reading your blog. I look forward to continuing to read whatever direction the renovations take you!

    Reply
    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 2, 2015 at 3:50 pm

      Thank you SO MUCH Sarah!

      Reply
  8. Ginger says

    March 2, 2015 at 12:54 pm

    I’ll tell you, those Girl Scout cookies are driving me nuts! I bought some from someone at work, then a box at the Wheaton Giant, it was a terribly cold day. Then this weekend I’m at TJ’s and there is another table of girls. I’m probably the only person in the world who doesn’t like Thin Mints (not chocolaty enough), but the Ra-Ra-Raisin is a winner. One plus for GS cookies is that they are properly sized. You can eat one and not have blown through 200 calories.

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 2, 2015 at 3:51 pm

      Thin Mints don’t do it for me, I’m a Samoa kind of gal 🙂 Booth sales will continue through this month so expect to see more booths when you least expect them! We’ll be at the White Oak Giant later this month (not me and Em, but other girls from our troop), it was hard to get spots in our neck of the woods. We’ve learned so much, we’ll be far more prepared for cookie season next year!

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  9. Morgan Rudder says

    March 2, 2015 at 11:12 am

    I’m glad you are enjoying yoga. I am quickly realizing how dependent I have become on it for so many things. I am starting to consider getting certified to teach it, which, with everything else on my plate, seems insane, but also kinda…right? I am so over the winter and ready for spring. My husband and I are planning our raised beds and landscaping our backyard to include a big firepit. Can’t wait to see the kids running around barefoot out there!

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 2, 2015 at 3:52 pm

      Oh you should! Chelsea (my friend and columnist here) got certified and got a job. I say do what you love, and how great to get paid to do yoga! Karl says it’s the best thing he ever did for himself!

      Reply
  10. The Adored Life says

    March 2, 2015 at 9:22 am

    Welllllll, I fell off the eating healthy bandwagon several months ago so today I am starting the South Beach Diet. I am actually quite nervous. I feel like if I just break it down into one day at a time I can do it but I don’t know. I tend to feel overwhelmed and then give up.
    http://www.theadoredlife.com

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    • Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

      March 2, 2015 at 3:53 pm

      I did South Beach before my wedding and lost 12 lbs pretty easily. My coworker has been doing it for a year and he’s not only smaller but he says he feels amazing and he looks a decade younger. I’ll motivate you if you motivate me, okay? 🙂

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

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If I close my eyes you can’t tell one is still bloodshot 😜

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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Oscar was a rescue and came with some… quirks. Over the years we have come to understand him and he has come to trust us. He’s a diva, a snuggler, he could play catch for hours, and he’s my husband’s shadow. 

We’ve never had a small breed dog before and it’s a whole different experience. But we adore Oscar and couldn’t imagine our life without him! Thank you for coming into our life Oskie McGoskie! 🐾❤️

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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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I’ll be a bit quiet on here and other channels because I had eye (retinal) surgery this past weekend. I was having what I thought were ocular migraines but come to find out I was experiencing lattice degeneration, which is thinning/holes in the retina. I had surgery Saturday for my right eye and later on they’ll work on the left eye, which isn’t as bad and can be remedied by laser, in office.

I share not because I’m Mrs. Frizzle meets Iris Apfel as I recuperate at home, but because this whole thing has been a lesson on trusting my gut. And I want to remind you to do the same.

As we get older our bodies can feel like strangers. Things are constantly changing and it’s easy to just assume your annual physical will catch anything wrong. But if you slow down and listen to your body you’ll know when things are just a sign of aging and life and what seems unusual. That nagging issue may be something more serious.

And if you’re seeing flashing lights, floaters, spiderwebs or other odd eye things get checked out ASAP. It may be nothing but take it from me, it may actually be something. ❤️

Okay, going back to my big sunglasses caftan recuperation life!

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Aug 30

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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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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! 🐅🍃🥰

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