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We started at @littleblackbirddc a new wine bar in Cleveland Park where we had great food, drink, and conversation into the evening. We then headed down the street to @atomicbilliards for a whole different experience and to keep the conversation going. I treasure my friendships with @sylviacolella (who had a birthday recently), @districtofchic, and @blonde_inthedistrict they’re the real deal 🥰

My dress is @adamlippes borrowed via @renttherunway and Cheetos with Sauvignon Blanc is a really fun pairing!
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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!

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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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

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

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Outfit Posts, Winter · December 15, 2011

My Wardrobe Today – Thursday

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alison gary brahmin purse
vince camuto sweater
brahmin purse bag
orange ann taylor skirt
alison gary pink sweater
black trench coat DKNY

Sweater – Vince Camuto
Skirt – Ann Taylor (similar)
Tights – DKNY
Shoes – Talbots
Hoops – Claire's (similar)
Bracelets – Lauren Ralph Lauren
Bag – Brahmin (similar)
Trench – DKNY

I wasn't going to do any clothing shopping for me this month, but I saw this sweater at Nordstrom and had to have it. I have again gotten myself stuck where I don't have a lot of casual and weekend clothing. This is an issue I deal with often in the winter as I don't like many of the trends for current casual wear on my body (longer sweaters, skinny jeans). While I love skirts and dresses for work, it's nice to throw on a pair of jeans on weekends, and I am at a place with my weight-loss where I don't really like this body in jeans and can't find many that fit. This sweater, while it looks great for work, also looks nice with my NYDJ jeans as well as my black ponte mini-boot pants from LOFT, making it work for work as well as play!

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  1. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 17, 2011 at 4:49 pm

    I haven’t since doing Color Me Beautiful decades ago. But I do look far better in cool clear brights than anything else. Good thing, since it’s my favorite thing to wear!

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  2. guest says

    December 17, 2011 at 12:07 am

    I almost never comment, but I just had to say you look fabulous in brights! Have you ever had ‘your colors done’? You’ve gotta be a Bright Winter or Bright Spring. I vote for Bright Spring since I don’t think you’re all black looks are nearly as stunning as this. (but i’m no expert)

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  3. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 16, 2011 at 4:28 pm

    Thanks Ashleigh!

    Reply
  4. Ashleigh Hutchinson says

    December 16, 2011 at 4:14 pm

    Cute bag, love the side zipper detailing!

    Happy Holidays, Ashleigh
    http://www.thedaileigh.blogspot.com

    Reply
  5. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 16, 2011 at 11:50 am

    Thank you!

    Reply
  6. Michelle Panzarella says

    December 16, 2011 at 1:24 am

    Love the color blocking you have going on. This outfit looks awesome with your skintone.

    Reply
  7. MJ says

    December 16, 2011 at 12:37 am

    Love this pink sweater!

    Reply
  8. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 15, 2011 at 9:32 pm

    Thanks!

    Reply
  9. Eleanorjane says

    December 15, 2011 at 9:29 pm

    *Love* the outfit – great colours together and I’d snap up that sweater in a twinkling!

    Reply
  10. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 15, 2011 at 8:45 pm

    LOL didn’t realize my breasts were so… obvious before leaving today! Glad they look so good! LOL Thank you!

    Reply
  11. coffeeaddict says

    December 15, 2011 at 8:40 pm

    Joining in with the reast of them: great colour blocking, great bra and the whole outfit with the bag and colours peeking out is just perfect!

    Reply
  12. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 15, 2011 at 7:41 pm

    Thank you so much! LOVE this skirt!

    Reply
  13. BiblioMOMia says

    December 15, 2011 at 7:32 pm

    Perhaps my favorite outfit on you this season!  That orange skirt is just divine.

    Reply
  14. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 15, 2011 at 7:20 pm

    Thanks Rosa!

    Reply
  15. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 15, 2011 at 7:20 pm

    Thanks Tara!

    Reply
  16. RosaLovesDC says

    December 15, 2011 at 7:16 pm

    Awesome outfit! Loving the color blocking here!

    Reply
  17. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 15, 2011 at 7:07 pm

    Have to say I was excited for such balmy weather today so I could wear this coat and have the colors peek out!

    Reply
  18. Tara Incognita says

    December 15, 2011 at 7:06 pm

    This is such a cheerful outfit, and I’ll agree with a previous commenter that it also showcases exactly how much a great bra can aid an outfit!

    Reply
  19. lorena says

    December 15, 2011 at 7:02 pm

    This outfit is pure magic.
    Not only do I love the colors but when you put on the coat it´s a different color peeking everywhere !

    Reply
  20. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 15, 2011 at 6:44 pm

    Totally changed my life… and my figure! 🙂

    Reply
  21. Bunny6269 says

    December 15, 2011 at 6:42 pm

    Great post….I MUST go have a fitting done. I, too, am amply endowed and need some better support.

    Reply
  22. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 15, 2011 at 6:31 pm

    Thank you! And I wear Fantasie, in fact the one I mention in this post: https://www.wardrobeoxygen.com/2011/07/proper-bra-fitting-my-experience.html

    Reply
  23. Bunny6269 says

    December 15, 2011 at 6:21 pm

    You look really slim in this outfit, too, which goes to show that bright colors don’t have to add pounds! PS, this question may be a bit awkward (sorry!) but what brand of bras do you buy? Your ta-tas look fabulous in that sweater. :0

    Reply
  24. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 15, 2011 at 5:22 pm

    Thanks Hayley!

    Reply
  25. Hayley says

    December 15, 2011 at 5:20 pm

    Fantastic color blocking!

    Reply
  26. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 15, 2011 at 5:06 pm

    Thank you, my two favorite colors in the crayon box!

    Reply
  27. Une femme says

    December 15, 2011 at 5:03 pm

    How fun are those colors?? Love how you’ve matched the intensity of the orange and pink.

    Reply
  28. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 15, 2011 at 5:00 pm

    Thank you! 🙂

    Reply
  29. EvaNadine says

    December 15, 2011 at 4:58 pm

    LURVE this color combo! and the extra pop of blue is fab.
    while it stinks to have to constantly be on the lookout for new clothes (especially replacing standards and staples — and im right there in the same boat with you) at least its for an awesome reason! keep up the good work, doll!

    Reply
  30. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 15, 2011 at 4:56 pm

    Oooh thanks for the suggestion! And congrats on the WW success!

    Reply
  31. ChristinaC says

    December 15, 2011 at 4:53 pm

    Love the colors.  I’m also going through a weight loss with WW and have really had to change up my clothing.  I’m going to suggest the Gap Skinny Bootcut Cords.  They are awesome, feel like sweatpants, can be dressed up and down and are very slimming.  I just got a pair in the mail yesterday and I don’t want to take them out.  The dark brown color looks great.

    Reply
  32. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 15, 2011 at 4:38 pm

    Thanks so much!

    Reply
  33. BajanBeauty says

    December 15, 2011 at 4:36 pm

    Double duty clothes are the best! Great color blocking, both items are so vibrant and pretty.  Your blue bag was the perfect addition.  

    Reply
  34. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    December 15, 2011 at 4:16 pm

    Thanks Kate!

    Reply
  35. Kate Musgrove says

    December 15, 2011 at 4:14 pm

    SUCH a fabulous outfit. I loved that skirt with the blue sweater a few weeks ago and I love it now.

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