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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!

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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 
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Lipstick: @glossier 
Pins as “cufflinks”: vintage

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Outfit Posts · April 20, 2011

My Wardrobe Today – Wednesday

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Black dress – Merona for Target (no longer available)
Teal suede pumps – Jessica Simpson “Terrance” (no longer available)
Silver necklace – Ann Taylor (no longer available)

An early start today, but my husband was also up early so he tried to take a picture of my outfit before I left today. Still dark out, not the best when wearing a black dress, so I took a few pics in my office bathroom.

The hair was still damp when I left this morning – just quickly dried the bangs and piled it on top of my head. I have yet to take it down, especially since the elevator operator said with my hair like this I looked 19! Oh he is such the charmer…

Today my husband is going for a day trip with one of his best friends to see the Picasso exhibit in Richmond. They decided to leave early to beat the DC rush hour, which is why he was up at the crack of dawn with moi. My mom who is a SAINT came over around 6am to hang out and watch TV or whatever until Emerson woke, and then is watching her for the day.

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  1. laundrygirl says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:28 pm

    very chic and audrey hepburn!

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  2. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    Yeah, not the best photo, but at least I did a post (unlike today!). great to see your name on here, dear fellow veteran fashion blogger! 🙂

    Reply
  3. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    Aww thanks so much!

    Reply
  4. Amber says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    Wow, this is so stunning – and I instantly thought “Audrey Hepburn” too, it has that kind of simple glamour about it!

    Reply
  5. Kasmira says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    The black dress against the black sky was probably not the best “outfit” photo, but it is a really neat shot! I’m glad you shared it.

    Reply
  6. two birds says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    those shoes really make the outfit pop! i love them. and yes, your hair up does make you look quite young and cute!

    Reply
  7. Elizabeth Vann says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    Your hair looks awesome up!! I really love the side swept bangs!!

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  8. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    Oh Shannon, that is awesome to hear! Love that dress but not on me, glad it loves you! 🙂

    Reply
  9. Shannon says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    Allie, you look so great in this outfit. So chic. Love the shoes and love your hair today.

    I don’t think I’ve told you this, but, I shopped your closet and purchased the green/cream silk Banana Repulic shirt dress from you. I’ve worn it twice and have never received so many compliments on my outfit. It was the best, what, $15 I’ve ever spent!!! Thanks for letting it go!

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  10. WendyB says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    I have teal suede shoes too!

    Reply
  11. brandy says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    hello, Ive been lurking on your site since I stumbled upon it last summer, and just wanted to say that you are such an inspiration to me. I love your sensible fashions, and hoe you write. I really love how you list the things you wear when available so that we can go dress like you. You have inspired me to wear dresses and skirts for the first time since I was in elementary school! thank you and keep it up.
    Brandy

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  12. Tineke Ferris says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    This is hands down one of the chicest outfits that I’ve seen you in. You look great. I love the simplicity of the dress with the super puller together looking hair and the bold necklace.

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  13. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    Yes, we are really blessed to have such a great mom and to have her live close by!

    Reply
  14. sarahrr123 says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    You don’t normally wear your hair up, and I must say, you look very glamorous that way! And your bangs look great. Darn it, you’re just fabu, what can I say? And your mom rocks, too. Not all grandmas will do stuff like that!

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  15. Jamie says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:27 pm

    Allie, you DO look 19 with your hair up like this – lovely! 🙂

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  16. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    Thanks, that was the goal at this early hour! 🙂

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  17. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    Oh, thank you Simone!

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  18. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    Thanks mamacita!

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  19. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    Thank you! And yes, LOVE this necklace, can’t believe I almost didn’t buy it!

    Reply
  20. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    Thanks! My coworker said I looked like Audrey Hepburn, which totally made my day 🙂

    Reply
  21. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    Thanks! And yes, this was taken at about 6am 🙂

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  22. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    So jealous! Wanted to go, but can’t take off this week 🙁 Take lots of pics!

    Reply
  23. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    Thanks! And yes! I saw your email on the listserv and was so excited – can’t wait to meet you IRL!

    Reply
  24. EvaNadine says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    i guess i have never seen you with your hair up — im loving it! different, but still chic. and with the gorgeous weather outside today, it must be nice to feel the breeze on your neck!
    will you be at the meetup tomorrow night? i think i’ve finally decided to go!

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  25. [SMASH] at Sweat Style Swoon says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    Very chic dress!

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  26. Ratula Morie says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    I love the whole getup, including the hairdo. Effortless chic.

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  27. Andie325 says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    your hair looks awesome like this! 🙂

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  28. Simone says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    So simple, but so chic! I adore your teal pumps and you have such a pretty smile!

    Reply
  29. Beth says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    You look so chic!

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  30. Lisa1669 says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    You look great with your hair up, Allie! And what a great necklace!!!

    Reply
  31. Callandra says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    Wow it must have been early Allie, your outfit almost fades into the background! Great look though and I love those shoes 😉

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  32. Megan S says

    August 9, 2011 at 11:26 pm

    Those shoes are gorgeous! And I think your quickly done “up-do” looks very refined!

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  33. realgirlrunway says

    July 12, 2011 at 3:39 pm

    Love the chic style of your outfit. It’s so funny that your husband is going to the Picasso exhibit. My Honey, sister, Mom, and I are going Friday. Can’t wait!

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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 🥰

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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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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
Necklace: @_jennybird (old)
Ring: @realmfinejewelry 
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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!

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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. ❤️

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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! 

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