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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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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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Outfit Posts, Summer · June 28, 2011

My Wardrobe Today – Tuesday

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Orange and Gray Print Cotton Sateen Sheath Dress – Maggy London
Black and Cork Heeled Sandals – Payless
Orange Snakeskin Belt – Target (belt has no brand on it, think it was Merona)
Blue Bag – Brahminir?t=whaevewomneei 20&l=btl&camp=213689&creative=392969&o=1&a=B004UI351E
Silver Cuff and Hoop Earrings

A Day in the Life: Allie's Blog Photo Shoots:
  1. Get dressed in the dark while husband and daughter sleep
  2. Daughter catches whiff of me being awake and either slowly awakes with “chirping” and singing, or goes into full-blown screaming “MAWWWW-MEEEEE MAWWWW-MEEEEE!”
  3. Wake up husband to care for daughter and dogs. If I am already finished with hair and makeup, usually he will go let out the dogs and I will go get Emerson ready for the day.  Today I took care of Emerson before hair and makeup since she started the day with the screaming.
  4. Get Emerson out of bed, dressed.  Take her downstairs and go back upstairs to quickly slap on some makeup, finish hair (or try to make it not look like bedhead – today was easy because I put it in a high topknot last night while sleeping and in the AM only had to brush out the tips and hit a piece or two with the curling iron).
  5. Rush downstairs, dump everything from yesterday's purse into today's purse
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  7. Husband hands me half a granola bar and our two coffee cups.  I sling my bag over my body.  We get the three of us out of the house and to the car.  Emerson protests, saying she needs her purse, her Dora doll, her stuffed monkey, different shoes.  She then tells us that she would rather ride in the blue car (my car) than the black car (my husband's) and cries because we say no.
  8. I crawl into the back of the car and wrangle Emerson into the car seat.
  9. While my daughter screams, “Want DORA!  Want DORA!”, my husband and I get into position.  He takes about 12 photos in succession while I get into what I hope to be decent poses.
  10. Husband hands me the memory card, we take the coffee cups off the roof of the car (have only forgotten a sippy cup so far), head to the Metro to drop me off.

So many fashion bloggers have the most lovely photos, backgrounds, poses.  With time we are getting better with our process to get the shot done and still stay on schedule, but I find it tough some days and often get to work, look at the images on the memory card and wish I could have a re-do.  If you are a blogger who shoots her daily outfits, what is your process for shoots?

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  1. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    July 4, 2011 at 1:05 pm

    I bought a 12 when I was between 12 and 14. At first I felt it ran too
    tight but it stretched out a bit and I shrunk a bit. 🙂 My review is one of
    them on the Nordstrom site (wardrobeoxygen)
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  2. Kari Painter says

    July 4, 2011 at 2:16 am

    Allie – if you don’t mind sharing, does that dress fit pretty true to size (at least as far as the size guide on the Nordstrom website?  http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/maggy-london-ikat-cotton-sateen-sheath-dress/3141831?origin=sizechart&tn=Sizeandfit_popup)

    I need to buy a new dress for a wedding to attend at the end of the month, and am very much thinking about this dress as one possibility.  It looks gorgeous on you and keeps coming to mind as I’m browsing through dresses online.

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  3. BoutiqueGirl says

    July 2, 2011 at 10:01 am

    Oh my goodness I am in love with that dress – I think I need to find me something similar!!

    You look fabulous – the shape and print of the dress suits you just perfectly!

    Little miss E is not so little anymore – she is simply gorgeous! I love her cute dress too – I seem to be drawn to childrens clothing that has fruit on it! My daughter has lots of strawberry outfits for the summer!!

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  4. TamikaSims says

    June 29, 2011 at 10:12 pm

    great post and great blog! From one mommy blogger to another, I am so inspired! Just started blogging recently and have been enjoying the highs and lows 🙂 Come check me out if you get time http://www.fastintogether.com

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  5. Kat says

    June 29, 2011 at 2:16 pm

    Still drooling over that dress. Hot!
    @twitter-17879351:disqus 
    I’m only doing daily photos right now b/c of the 30 for 30 challenge – I much prefer only doing 1 a week with some of my pro photog buddies. But our system is to grab pics on the back porch in the morning before work, and the boyf emails them to me. Pretty much the same as yours, minus the kiddo.

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  6. Angie says

    June 29, 2011 at 11:13 am

    Hi! Allie,
    I’ve been readinf your blog for sometime now and I like how you always remix your clothes.I find this to be very inspiring and down to earth.I also like your tips and your big smile. It’s a winner! Keep on with your stylish remixes!
    Now on shooting photos.I work and I raise 3 primary schook kids and try to keep husband happy and the house…liveble. So you get the picture. I also do about 12 shots and I think I’m getting better over time but I don’t have the best camera and I can’t figure out all the settings.
    But I think my readers get the picture litterally and i don’t want to spend so much time in the whole procedure because it borders… vanity after a while.

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  7. Keely says

    June 29, 2011 at 4:49 am

    My photo shoots are pretty quick in the morning. I take my own photos at my house right before I leave for work. If I’m not working I try to go outside or do something a little different, but that doesn’t usually happen. I do sort of envy those bloggers who scout a local with hubby and get a fantastic shoot every time. But some lives just don’t give you enough time for that.

    BTW love your dress! And your little one is adorable!

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  8. Laniza says

    June 29, 2011 at 2:48 am

    I swear dresses are working so well for you lately! I normally have either my oldest daughter or husband take my photos as soon as I get home in the afternoon.  On days that either one of them say no, I often use a tripod and the self-timer on my point and shoot.  Like you said, I don’t have fancy backdrops but it gets the job done.

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  9. Fab Kimberly says

    June 29, 2011 at 1:01 am

    Pardon my language, but you look f’n fantastic!!  Gorgeous dress and gorgeous lady!!  

    As for my picture process – I set up the camera on a tripod out on the back porch (or living room) take 2 self-timer shots and a couple of accessory pics.  Then I slap them together in a collage that takes me about 90 seconds.  Viola – – it may not be fancy, but it works for me (and my sweet readers).  🙂

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  10. Amber says

    June 28, 2011 at 11:21 pm

    I don’t take daily outfit outfits, but I’m always fascinated by other people’s routines, mostly because I’m in awe of how you all manage to fit it in every day (especially before work!) – any time I take outfit photos, it always seems to be so time consuming!

    Also, that dress is fantastic on you – love the print!

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  11. Tracy @ Cotton Pickin Cute says

    June 28, 2011 at 11:04 pm

    Hi Allie.  I’m new to your blog.  I’m now following you as tonasun on gfc. That’s such a pretty dress you have on.  You look great.  I’m looking forward to following you.  I hope you’ll stop by and visit me too.
    Hugs…Tracy 🙂
    http://cottonpickincute.blogspot.com

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  12. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:49 pm

    You are too sweet!  I don’t think I am thinner… we’ll see Thursday night at weigh-in! 🙂

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  13. Terry Cohoe says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:47 pm

    You look fabulous.  And not just fabulous, but thinner.  Are you thinner?  Whatever,…you look fabulous — did I say,….  🙂

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  14. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:38 pm

    Oh no, that little girl doesn’t have any fancy duds like that!  It’s Gap from last year, purchased even then on clearance! 🙂

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  15. Shoeaddict 17 says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:38 pm

    It would take all day for me to get one shot that I’d consider posting so yay for you and Hubs! I love that dress, too. And I love Emerson’s, too. Mini Boden? 

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  16. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:27 pm

    I have yet to launder it but figure I will just dry clean it.  With the pleats, lining and pockets would fear that I could destroy it on my own 🙂

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  17. gypsumoon says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:26 pm

    I love that Maggy London dress on you!  My vintage MLs are mostly silk – wondering if the cotton sateen is hard to care for – how do you launder it?  So as not to lose the lustre?  And I too can’t believe how big Miss E is getting!

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  18. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:21 pm

    I am really toying with getting a remote… thank you for letting me know your method!!

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  19. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:21 pm

    Thank you so much! 

    Reply
  20. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:20 pm

    Thanks Nicole!

    Reply
  21. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:20 pm

    Oooh, Emerson does like playing with a camera… another year or so and I can put her to work! 🙂

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  22. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:20 pm

    Thanks Audi!

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  23. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:20 pm

    Thanks mamacita!

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  24. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:20 pm

    Thinking I may have to look for a place to do photos in the house so I know I can get shots even when I have to leave early/husband leaves early for a shoot, etc. 🙂  Good idea with the bedroom…

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  25. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:19 pm

    Thanks Patti!  We do have it down pat now, just wondering how to make it better… maybe some other blogger has a secret I don’t know! 🙂  Love the blogging community!

    Reply
  26. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:18 pm

    Thanks Kitty!  And no plan on stopping, just want it to be the best blog possible for all of you! 🙂

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  27. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:18 pm

    LOL, I have been a bit more casual lately so it ended up looking too fussy.  But I like how it brings out the blue in the print. 🙂

    Reply
  28. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:18 pm

    Thank you!

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  29. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:17 pm

    I was thinking after work but I sometimes aren’t home until 7 & my husband works a couple nights a week.  I hear you about the lack of privacy at work… gosh thinking I may have to become DSLR savvy if I want to up my photo quality! 🙂

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  30. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:16 pm

    Oh how I LOVE Milly!

    And yes she is growing like a weed; by time the summer is over she’s going to be taller than I am!

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  31. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:16 pm

    I don’t mind hearing it, I’m glad that I spent a little more than my comfort zone but it always looks great and is so versatile!

    Reply
  32. Nancy says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:14 pm

    I take my photos indoors since I live in a condo. A remote and a tripdd does wonders if you’re limited in time (and don’t have toddlers running around:). It’s also a  plus especially if you take photos in the same area everyday which I tend to do. Just turn on the camera, and click using the remote. (Love the dress!!!)

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  33. Kitterlee says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:06 pm

    Love it!  I’m no fashion blogger, but I certainly know life with little kids.  You’re rockin’ it all.
    You look beautiful – that dress is stunning, and I love your ‘natural’ hair.   

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  34. Nicole says

    June 28, 2011 at 8:05 pm

    You really look lovely in that dress.

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  35. jhkm22 says

    June 28, 2011 at 7:53 pm

    Cute post! I can definitely relate to how you feel. 

    I have my two girls usually take my photos (and one of them is 6 yrs old). You just do what you can and hope for the best!
    http://www.hkstylejourney.blogspot.com/

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  36. Audi says

    June 28, 2011 at 7:08 pm

    Wow Allie, that dress is simply gorgeous!

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  37. Ways2BWicked says

    June 28, 2011 at 7:03 pm

    Looking good as usual Allie!

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  38. Melissa says

    June 28, 2011 at 6:23 pm

    Oh I think you have lovely photos all the time! And by the way, I absolutely adore this dress. It’s so gorgeous and looks fabulous on you!

    My system is to set up my camera, turn on the timer, and take the shots in my bedroom in front of the French doors. Not as lovely as outdoor shots, but it’s the best I can do for now.

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  39. Patti @ NotDeadYet Style says

    June 28, 2011 at 6:01 pm

    What a start to the day, girl! Props to you for getting it all done, and looking fabulous in the meantime. I love the ikat print on that dress.

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  40. Kitty says

    June 28, 2011 at 5:19 pm

    These are the reasons why I still love your blog.  It is obvious that you have a busy life and have to be dressed professionally each day – and that you aren’t 5’11” and wearing a loosely fitting size 4. Keep snapping photos! 

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  41. Ann says

    June 28, 2011 at 5:15 pm

    I had completely forgotten about the Brahmin bag up until this post of yours. *Sigh… totally in love with that brand of bags.

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  42. Pearl2164 says

    June 28, 2011 at 4:18 pm

    Love the dress! And you look great, however tough to take good photos.

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  43. Lexy_BeautyFash says

    June 28, 2011 at 4:07 pm

    love that dress, so pretty!! I used to take my own shots on my lunch break and I loved it!  So easy: propped my camera on the hood of my car and snapped away, using the timer.  My office moved to the city and there is nowhere (private) to take them now… So my husband has to shoot them in the evenings.  We usually load up the kiddies (8 & 11) and go when I get home. We have a great spot around the corner from my house. We finish up, go in and start dinner.  I normally upload and post at night around 9-10pm, right before bed…

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  44. Fashion4economicallychallenged says

    June 28, 2011 at 4:02 pm

    Wow, that dress is STUNNING!  It reminds me of a Milly type of dress, cuz it’s so darn chic!  And my goodness your little one is getting big. 🙂

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  45. Miranda Reece says

    June 28, 2011 at 3:48 pm

    I absolutely love that dress!  I think I’ve said this before but it needs repeating.  :0]

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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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