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

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

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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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My Wardrobe Today – Friday

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Ikat Print Cotton Sateen Sheath Dress – Maggy London
Black Cardigan – Only Mine via Nordstrom (no longer available – similar)
Black Belt – Ralph by Ralph Lauren
Black Leather Pumps – Nine West “Madeup” (currently on sale!)
Gold and Crystal Bracelet – Anthropologie via eBay

Today I got dressed and my husband said, “Looks as though you are channeling Michelle Obama.”  It's funny how a cardigan belted over a sheath really has become a signature look that we associate with the First Lady.  I love the look, and love how it can take a sleeveless dress and make it more appropriate for a business setting (or the cooler months of the year).  This dress I am LOVING – the Spring trend of Ikat prints, a style that can dress up or down and hey, what woman doesn't love a dress with POCKETS???

I had to replace my black patent belt from Ann Taylor – it just got too big and it wasn't a style where you could make another hole.  I like this one, the curved buckle is a nice change and I am on the middle hole so I could lose more and it would still fit.

And I am really liking the bangs now that I washed my hair and got to play a bit with it.  A nice change for spring!

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  1. Callandra says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    Allie this outfit is gorge!! I love it 😉

    Reply
  2. grace says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    Look at you in color! Love that dress. I am always sad when I try on Maggy London–hemlines are far too high for my frame. Perfect for you, though!

    Reply
  3. Anna says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    Fabulous dress! Owls? Penguins? Either way, cool!

    Reply
  4. Monkey says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    that’s a fantastic outfit, you look great!

    Reply
  5. Christina says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    Looove that ensemble. Such a fabulous outfit!

    Reply
  6. Linda says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    Wow! Let me say it again: WOW! This is one very hot look and as my kids say: “You are totally owning it!”

    Reply
  7. Randa says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    Absolutely love that dress! Seriously, it’s so gorgeous!

    Reply
  8. Cate says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    What a great outfit! I love the bold dress.

    Reply
  9. clicklit says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    De-lurking cos I couldn’t stop myself from saying – what a wonderful outfit. Love it!

    Reply
  10. DWJ says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    You look absolutely fabulous, love the dress 🙂

    Reply
  11. Kathy says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    I just had to chime in here with everyone else. This out fit is FABULOUS! I’ve got a sleeveless dress with some green/red/white/black and now you’ve inspired me to wear it sooner rather than later.

    I’m also loving the bangs.

    Speaking of belts, I have a cute leather one I got that’s too small. I could take it to a cobbler I guess to punch a new hole in it, right?

    Reply
  12. Allie (Wardrobe Oxygen) says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    Yep, a cobbler should be able to do it no problem. Gosh, I have even done a DIY with an ice pick, though it’s not as polished looking. 🙂

    Reply
  13. Andie says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    this looks great on you! you look fantastic in so much color! 🙂

    Reply
  14. laundrygirl says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    Such a cute look and I think your figure looks amazing!

    Reply
  15. allison says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    Great outfit – I love the dress/cardigan combination. It makes dressing easier! You’re looking very fit and healthy 🙂

    Reply
  16. Deborah says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    I agree with everyone! This look so amazing. Your new bod is really evident in this outfit! Love it.

    Reply
  17. sassyjeweler says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    I’m totally in love with this outfit!!! The pop of color is awesome and you look great in it too!

    Reply
  18. Lorena says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    WOW is not enough for this look.
    You are rocking it !! You look fabulous, well done.

    Reply
  19. AKM says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    This is one of my favorite outfits on you EVER!

    You. Look. Uh. Maze. Ing.

    Love everything about it!

    Reply
  20. Boutique Girl says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    I am in LOVE with this dress! It is beautiful and you look amazing! You are such an inspiration!

    Reply
  21. Tiffany says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    This is one of my favourite looks of you, ever! I’m reading from Canada so I get jealous when I see that you can wear outfits like this at this time of the year!! I adore reading your blog and you give such great advice. 🙂

    Reply
  22. Lisa says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    Love this on you! Fits you perfectly and you look so slender! The weight loss really shows in this outfit!

    Reply
  23. Minister of Style says

    March 24, 2011 at 6:26 pm

    You look fantastic Allie! I adore the dress.

    Reply
  24. Minister of Style says

    March 15, 2011 at 6:09 pm

    You look fantastic Allie! I adore the dress.

    Reply
  25. Lisa says

    March 15, 2011 at 3:16 pm

    Love this on you! Fits you perfectly and you look so slender! The weight loss really shows in this outfit!

    Reply
  26. Tiffany says

    March 15, 2011 at 1:28 pm

    This is one of my favourite looks of you, ever! I’m reading from Canada so I get jealous when I see that you can wear outfits like this at this time of the year!! I adore reading your blog and you give such great advice. 🙂

    Reply
  27. Boutique Girl says

    March 15, 2011 at 11:42 am

    I am in LOVE with this dress! It is beautiful and you look amazing! You are such an inspiration!

    Reply
  28. Nicole says

    March 15, 2011 at 9:10 am

    You look gorgeous in that dress! The colors look great on you and you look fantastic. Love it!

    Reply
  29. AKM says

    March 14, 2011 at 8:51 pm

    This is one of my favorite outfits on you EVER!

    You. Look. Uh. Maze. Ing.

    Love everything about it!

    Reply
  30. Purrfect Kisses says

    March 14, 2011 at 6:42 pm

    Your husband’s jaw should have dropped open as he was saying AWESOME!! Absolutely gorgeous!!

    Reply
  31. Lorena says

    March 14, 2011 at 6:13 pm

    WOW is not enough for this look.
    You are rocking it !! You look fabulous, well done.

    Reply
  32. Jilliebeanie says

    March 14, 2011 at 1:16 pm

    You are pullin’ out some fantastic looks lately! This is so flattering on you and the print is awesome!

    Reply
  33. potpie du monde says

    March 14, 2011 at 3:49 am

    AMAZING dress- definitely a closet staple! You look gorgeous and I am such a huge fan of your chic style

    Reply
  34. sassyjeweler says

    March 14, 2011 at 1:38 am

    I’m totally in love with this outfit!!! The pop of color is awesome and you look great in it too!

    Reply
  35. Kimberly says

    March 14, 2011 at 12:22 am

    Wowza, lady, you are looking marvelous! I am having serious dress envy!

    Reply
  36. Kat says

    March 13, 2011 at 8:57 pm

    I was JUST eyeing this dress the other day for a wedding I’m attending in May – decided it wasn’t ‘fancy’ enough for this event, but love the colors and print. Gorgeous, lady!

    Kat
    gingerandthegeek.com/kitty-corner

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  37. MONKEYFACE says

    March 13, 2011 at 6:48 pm

    HA, it IS a little Michelle! And how perfectly you channeled her amazing style. GREAT PRINT. 🙂

    Reply
  38. Deborah says

    March 13, 2011 at 12:01 pm

    I agree with everyone! This look so amazing. Your new bod is really evident in this outfit! Love it.

    Reply
  39. allison says

    March 13, 2011 at 6:06 am

    Great outfit – I love the dress/cardigan combination. It makes dressing easier! You’re looking very fit and healthy 🙂

    Reply
  40. Cynthia says

    March 13, 2011 at 12:25 am

    First, the bangs look wonderful.

    Second – oooooh, I love Maggy London, especially vintage Maggy London, have you tried on any of her vintage silk sheaths? To die for! And this dress looks so good on you!

    Reply
  41. the Scattered Muse says

    March 12, 2011 at 2:08 pm

    Allie, you’re looking so good! =)

    Reply
  42. Kristen says

    March 12, 2011 at 1:54 pm

    Fan-fan-fantastic look. I love how you are bringing in such great colors and prints into your looks now.

    Reply
  43. laundrygirl says

    March 12, 2011 at 12:55 am

    Such a cute look and I think your figure looks amazing!

    Reply
  44. Taylor says

    March 11, 2011 at 11:38 pm

    This is super put-together! I am LOVING that dress – everything about it; the print, the shape, the pockets! Cute new bangs, too!

    Reply
  45. style odyssey says

    March 11, 2011 at 11:05 pm

    bangs, how pretty! i like the new look.
    pockets are good. i consider it a bonus when a dress includes them.

    Reply
  46. Andie says

    March 11, 2011 at 9:36 pm

    this looks great on you! you look fantastic in so much color! 🙂

    Reply
  47. oneoff says

    March 11, 2011 at 9:08 pm

    Another fab outfit! Whatever fashion mojo you’re ingesting, I’ll take one to go. Luvvit!

    Bx

    Reply
  48. Kinsey says

    March 11, 2011 at 8:43 pm

    The dress is gorgeous! I don’t get a Michelle Obama vibe, but you definitely look great!

    Reply
  49. Allie (Wardrobe Oxygen) says

    March 11, 2011 at 8:40 pm

    Yep, a cobbler should be able to do it no problem. Gosh, I have even done a DIY with an ice pick, though it’s not as polished looking. 🙂

    Reply
  50. Kathy says

    March 11, 2011 at 8:38 pm

    I just had to chime in here with everyone else. This out fit is FABULOUS! I’ve got a sleeveless dress with some green/red/white/black and now you’ve inspired me to wear it sooner rather than later.

    I’m also loving the bangs.

    Speaking of belts, I have a cute leather one I got that’s too small. I could take it to a cobbler I guess to punch a new hole in it, right?

    Reply
  51. Allie (Wardrobe Oxygen) says

    March 11, 2011 at 7:38 pm

    Well last night I got home, took off my tights and belt, untucked my shirt and just wore that around the home.

    I have black yoga pants & a pair of black knit harem pants I’ll throw on with the top I already have on. If I know I will be cooking or doing something with Emerson I may change into a long-sleeved tee or casual sweater with it.

    I’m THAT WOMAN who gets dressed for the market. Even if it’s jeans and flip flops, I at least wear a necklace and makeup 🙂

    Reply
  52. Anonymous says

    March 11, 2011 at 7:35 pm

    I love this outfit! You look amazing! I love watching what you wear. I was on the Nordstrom site. saw that dress. never would i have thought to buy it until i saw how awesome it looks on you.

    what do you put on when you get home from work? your post last week about getting rid of all of our crappy lounge wear has had me thinking. if i did such a thing, i don’t know what i’d put on when i get home from work. this past tuesday i had to go to the grocery store right from work. i was wearing a super cute ATL dress and cute brown boots. i ran into a neighbor who said ‘look how cute you look. i never see you dressed’ i see her every day after i get home from work and am taking our dogs for a walk. i’m ALWAYS wearing sweats and a ponytail. i was kind of embarassed but my after work attire needs some work, i guess. -shannon

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  53. DWJ says

    March 11, 2011 at 7:34 pm

    You look absolutely fabulous, love the dress 🙂

    Reply
  54. Anonymous says

    March 11, 2011 at 7:10 pm

    Wow you are looking great! Congrats on all the weight loss and you really rock that dress! I don’t think I’m brave enough for that much pattern.

    Reply
  55. clicklit says

    March 11, 2011 at 6:31 pm

    De-lurking cos I couldn’t stop myself from saying – what a wonderful outfit. Love it!

    Reply
  56. Cate says

    March 11, 2011 at 6:03 pm

    What a great outfit! I love the bold dress.

    Reply
  57. whenlifehandsyouapear says

    March 11, 2011 at 5:52 pm

    Wowza! I’m loving this dress on you. And your hair looks spectacular!

    Reply
  58. Randa says

    March 11, 2011 at 5:24 pm

    Absolutely love that dress! Seriously, it’s so gorgeous!

    Reply
  59. Anonymous says

    March 11, 2011 at 5:22 pm

    This is one of the THE BEST outfits I’ve ever seen on you! Gorgeous! Love the dress!

    Reply
  60. Linda says

    March 11, 2011 at 5:16 pm

    Wow! Let me say it again: WOW! This is one very hot look and as my kids say: “You are totally owning it!”

    Reply
  61. Kate says

    March 11, 2011 at 4:52 pm

    Amazing outfit. Totally love it.

    Reply
  62. Christina says

    March 11, 2011 at 4:44 pm

    Looove that ensemble. Such a fabulous outfit!

    Reply
  63. Monkey says

    March 11, 2011 at 4:28 pm

    that’s a fantastic outfit, you look great!

    Reply
  64. Allie (Wardrobe Oxygen) says

    March 11, 2011 at 4:27 pm

    Too funny Anna, the print does look like owls! Emerson this morning said I had turtles on my dress!

    Reply
  65. Anna says

    March 11, 2011 at 4:26 pm

    Fabulous dress! Owls? Penguins? Either way, cool!

    Reply
  66. kam3t says

    March 11, 2011 at 4:20 pm

    Allie – you look great!! You can definitely tell that you’re lost a ton of pregnancy weight. You go girl!

    Reply
  67. Economy of Style says

    March 11, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    Absolutely stunning!!! I have been stalking that dress on Nordies. It looks amazing on you!

    Reply
  68. Sal says

    March 11, 2011 at 4:15 pm

    ALLIE! You are STUNNING in that dress, lady!

    Reply
  69. Anonymous says

    March 11, 2011 at 4:09 pm

    Holy hourglass batman!! You go!

    Reply
  70. Kristin says

    March 11, 2011 at 3:58 pm

    What a fabulous print! You look crazy gorgeous lady!

    Reply
  71. grace says

    March 11, 2011 at 3:58 pm

    Look at you in color! Love that dress. I am always sad when I try on Maggy London–hemlines are far too high for my frame. Perfect for you, though!

    Reply
  72. Callandra says

    March 11, 2011 at 3:58 pm

    Allie this outfit is gorge!! I love it 😉

    Reply

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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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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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