After completing my mom’s estate, I rewarded myself by going back into therapy. This week my therapist asked what I enjoy most about this job, and it’s making collages, capsule wardrobes, and outfit flatlays. Writing is my baby, but this is fun like vision boarding in PicMonkey and seeing my thoughts become a bit more… Continue Reading Style Inspo: Early Spring Edition
Fashion designer Donna Karan created the first capsule wardrobe in 1985 with her “7 Easy Pieces” collection. This was a capsule of clothing items for the working woman to simplify getting dressed each day. I’ve been creating capsule wardrobes at Wardrobe Oxygen since 2005. I believe in the power of capsule wardrobes for achieving big… Continue Reading Spring Capsule Wardrobe + How to Create a Capsule Wardrobe
It’s that time of year when one day it’s practically balmy and the next day you wonder if you’ll get a blizzard. For some parts of the U.S. it may be warm enough for a light coat (or no coat) while others are still bundled up head to toe. That’s cardigan weather, and I’ve gathered… Continue Reading Women’s Cardigans for Transitional Weather
I’ve done a few denim hauls before – a Madewell denim haul, a Gap denim haul, an Old Navy denim haul, and most recently a Talbots denim haul. But the one that is most recommended by the Wardrobe Oxygen community is a Universal Standard denim haul. Universal Standard is one of the most size-inclusive brands… Continue Reading Petite Universal Standard Denim Haul
These days, sneakers are a must in most women’s wardrobes. Being worn for gardening and galas, work and weekend, sneakers are an incredibly versatile shoe while also being quite comfortable. But just like jeans and eyebrows, sneakers go through trends and the wrong pair can make an otherwise stylish outfit look awkward and unfashionable, especially… Continue Reading The Best Trendy Sneakers for Grown Women
Women have been lied to all their lives. Wear dark colors and you’ll look slimmer. Horizontal stripes make you look wider, but vertical can help slim your figure. Bootcut pants will balance big shoulders and make you look more proportional. Untucked tops will balance a short torso and will also hide a round belly. This… Continue Reading Styling a Stomach: To Tuck or Not to Tuck?
Heading back to the office? Very simple pieces to add to your closet to make it work friendly for less. Continue Reading How to Head Back to the Office Without Buying a Whole New Wardrobe
23 different fashion brands that offer stylish colorful clothing great for us grown women. A range of pricepoints and several sustainable brands and plus size offerings. Continue Reading Colorful Clothing for Grown-Ass Women
the series is a bit out of order due to family issues; I decided to publish this one a bit early and will be tackling Q&A and what to wear when next week! Continue Reading Starting Style from Scratch: Where to Shop for Closet Staples