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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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Night and day…

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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If @thechicks are in town you can bet @debbiefaye78 and I will be there! So when we heard they were coming to @merriweatherpp we were so excited. And their concert did not disappoint. As always, a phenomenal show! If The Chicks come to your neck of the woods I highly recommend you go!

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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For years I’ve trusted @somaintimates for the right bras and the right fit but it had been a while since I visited a Soma boutique to try on all the styles they currently have for a large bust. I must say I was impressed! Knowledgeable staff, extensive collection in larger sizes, and some of the most comfortable and innovative bras in up to H cups! Each body is different but what I loved:

- The Stunning Push-Up: targeted for the DD+ customer gives amazing lift and great shape under fitted knits.

- 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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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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Fashion Advice, Spring · March 21, 2015

Recent Purchases: Shopping Fails and Wins, Wardrobe Edition

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This is the time of year when I am at my largest. Shorter spans of daylight, holidays full of fattening goodies, and plenty of ice and snow to scare my arm into perma-hibernation takes its toll on the body. I’ve made a few purchases to fill in a couple gaps in this current size (a 14 petite in most brands) but have also made a couple purchases thinking of warmer months.

Like last spring, I’m still on a kick of black, white, navy, gray, and denim with pops of red-orange. Orange just makes me happy, and the version that has more red in it (some call blood orange, hot coral, tomato) is my all-time favorite. My personal style goes in two directions – clean and simple, or colorful boho. For very long I felt it has to be one or the other, but I don’t see why the two can’t play nice in one closet. I came to this realization last year when I read this book by Diane von Furstenberg and thought about her personal style. She embraces color and prints, fabrics that catch the breeze and bracelets that jingle when she speaks with her hands. However, Diane is never too much, she keeps it pretty simple from her low-fuss hair and makeup to the simple silhouettes to let the patterns shine.  She knows when to switch it up for a certain situation; I've been embracing my inner-DVF by sticking to my simple looks for day, but enjoying frills with colorful maxi dresses, bold lipsticks, and statement-making accessories.  Recent purchases and whether they are a fail or win:

spring 2015 fashion picks

1. Free People Boyfriend Button Down Top

This top from Free People looked perfect for Casual Friday or weekends; right now I imagined it with a layer underneath for warmth, skinny jeans, tall boots, and a long gold necklace. Come spring, I thought it would look adorable paired with distressed boyfriend jeans and metallic sandals or worn as a beach coverup. And after receiving, I think all would work… if you were in your third trimester of a pregnancy. Even with my curves this top was just too big in the body. However, I couldn’t size down because a Large fit perfectly, almost to a point of being snug, in the shoulders and arms. I like loose and floaty, but this is more boaty than floaty, with enough fabric for several sails. Too bad, because the color is super pretty and I love the gauzy crinkle fabric.

2. Plenty by Tracy Reese Deep V-neck Maxi Dress

The name of this dress scared me; with a large chest I usually shy away from anything described as having a deep v-neck because that usually means it would show my bra. And this girl and her girls can’t go without a bra. But it’s that color of reddish orange I love on a ground of black and it came in petite (I ordered 14 petite) so I figured I could give it a try. So glad I did, this dress is AWESOME! Yes, the neckline is low enough to show cleavage, but I can wear my daily bra without it showing. The petite length of this dress grazes the tops of my feet, making them it the perfect length for flat sandals. There are pockets, but they’re not on the side seams but instead in the front almost like a hoodie’s kangaroo pocket. But still, they’re deep enough for a phone or lipstick to stay in place. My chest is a bit big for the dress, making the fabric stretch a bit, but a black bra disguises this fact quite well. The rest of the dress including the back and waist (which is empire) fits quite comfortably. This is a jersey dress, may be dressy enough for a beach or day wedding, but not much more formal than that. I plan to wear this on weekends, a date night, and I know it will go in my bag for our annual trip to Rehoboth Beach.

3. NYDJ ‘Alina’ Stretch Skinny Jeans 

I’ve already shared my rave reviews for the NYDJ Alina in black twill. I still love them; I wash them on gentle inside-out and line dry to keep them dark black and in good shape. I loved them so much I decided to order another pair in denim. I ordered my same size (12 Petite), they arrived, and I could hardly get them pulled over my legs and there was no way in hell I was going to be able to zip and button them. They weren’t just “I gained 10 pounds” tight, they were “these are three sizes too small” tight. I exchanged them for another pair, thinking they were mis-sized and the next one was the same ridiculously small fit. Over the past few years I have tried almost a dozen different styles from NYDJ and while I have found the twill versions run a bit more loose and some skinny versions are too tight for my calves, in general I usually wear the same size. Not these.

4. NYDJ ‘Samantha’ Stretch Slim Straight Leg Jeans

So when the Alinas didn’t work out, I decided to try these. Success! These fit like traditional NYDJs and because they are a straight, not skinny leg, they fit my calves. Do note there’s no contrast stitching on these so they don’t look super “denim-y,” but I actually like that because it makes them more appropriate to be worn to the office.

5. Rachel Zoe Aventurine Horn Cuff Bracelet

I had some MYHABIT refer-a-friend credit burning a hole in my virtual wallet and I saw this bracelet was marked down from $125 to $41 and was intrigued. I wear my gold Rebecca Minkoff ‘Major Laser’ bracelet all the time, and was thinking this may look pretty with it, or on its own. I loved the aventurine detail, the bit of sparkle, and how it was tough yet feminine. It arrived, and it wasn’t as nice in person as it looked on the site. While the aventurine horns and the bit of sparkle was lovely, the gold was really fake looking and it was ill-designed, with the horns catching on everything. But it was technically “free” thanks to my credit so I wore it around the house and a friend complimented it so I decided to wear it to work the next day. By time I reached the office, one of the horns slipped completely out of the sparkly ring and was gone forever. I tried to push the other horn out but it was securely wedged in there. It must be a flaw, so I sent it back.

6. Daniela Swaebe Gold Tie Multi-Chain Fringe Statement Necklace

This is another item I bought with my MYHABIT credit. This one, unlike the Rachel Zoe bracelet, looks like it’s original price of $150. It’s a pretty badass necklace, a night weight, a nice color of gold, a nice size and shape. I use a necklace extender to lengthen the chain when I wear it outside of a shirt, but I’ve worn it peeking out of a button-front shirt and have it shorter so a bit of it shows. This is a necklace that gets attention and causes strangers to stop you and compliment it. This is how it has been with me and MYHABIT, there’s occasionally a fail, but more often than not I end up with a win.

7. Printed Maxi Dress: YOURBEACHBOUTIQUE on Etsy

Last year I found this dress on Etsy and I've worn it so many times.  It's stretchy, sexy without being too much, and comfortable.  However the print can be a bit much at times.  I wished I had the same exact dress, but in a less jarring pattern.  I found this dress on Etsy, and while it's from a different seller, it looked so much the same in cut and shape that I decided to try it.  Not only is it similar looking, it's the same exact dress from the same brand and the same type of material (stretchy synthetic, almost like bathing suit material but with better drape)!  While the pattern I purchased isn't currently in stock at YOURBEACHBOUTIQUE, they do have three other fun patterns available.  Head's up, I do use a safety pin to close the neckline a bit, and this one is a tad longer than my floral print one so I'll likely have my drycleaner take off an inch so I can wear with lower shoes.

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  1. The Modern Savvy says

    March 24, 2015 at 9:56 am

    Always love hearing about the wins, and the fails. Love seeing today’s post with that perfect maxi and that necklace by the way is a stunner! Interesting re: dvf — I like what she’s saying. i’m working on adding in more brights and prints. I love them yet when looking at my closet, there are so many basics/solids. Boring. Great post!

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  2. Morgan Rudder says

    March 24, 2015 at 8:43 am

    I have been completely sized out of NYDJ jeans, so I feel your pain on the sizing. I don’t know what is up with it. I found a pair at TJ Maxx in a color that I would not pay full price for but loved for spring, and, as is customary with the brand, went down a size (I normally wear a 4 so I got a 2). They were supposed to be skinny but they were huge in the legs, and had an overall baggy fit in the knees. I thought it was just the fact that they were at TJ Maxx, so tried on a different pair later and had a similar result. And with my muscular legs, on no planet should I be a 0. They used to be my go-to for my more “dressed up” denim but I guess I am moving totally over to Loft jeans now. Sizing issues suck.

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  3. Patricia says

    March 23, 2015 at 4:13 pm

    Found another navy anorak that suits me much better. Also tried on a lovely fluttery loose top that I just loved on the hanger. On me, like you said, if ten months pregnant, this would be my go-to. As a curvy size ten, it hid everything good about me and fell to the wider part of my thighs. Not a good look…

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  4. Aimee says

    March 22, 2015 at 8:22 pm

    Another timely post! I am a lot like you; size 12-14 petite and a bit busty. I just bought a maxi dress in the petite department last night. I always try to find one because I want to hide my spider veins. I never buy them because they don’t fit right or make me look pregnant, but this one seemed to fit because it’s a petite. My sister chastised me for it and said our body types aren’t made for maxi dresses. But I loved the colors in it, and my teenager and husband gave it the thumbs up so I’m good to go!

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  5. Patricia says

    March 21, 2015 at 9:30 am

    I ordered a navy anorak from Macy’s (Style & Co). It looked great online. If I’d seen it in stores, I’d never even taken it off the hanger. The style is great but the fabric is very plastic feeling. Back it goes. Mail order is always a risk. Thanks for sharing your hits and misses. Most bloggers don’t and I LOVE that about you.

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    • guest says

      March 24, 2015 at 11:42 am

      Sounds to me as though Allie has a shopping addiction. I bet her post office hates her. If she would accept her size she would know better what to buy. That orange and black dress does NOT fit her, she’s too fat for it.

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      • Patricia says

        March 24, 2015 at 8:58 pm

        I prefer not to engage in negative comments.

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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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Night and day…

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! 

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

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Happy gotcha day, Oscar! Four years ago he came into our life and we are so happy to have in our family!

Oscar was a rescue and came with some… quirks. Over the years we have come to understand him and he has come to trust us. He’s a diva, a snuggler, he could play catch for hours, and he’s my husband’s shadow. 

We’ve never had a small breed dog before and it’s a whole different experience. But we adore Oscar and couldn’t imagine our life without him! Thank you for coming into our life Oskie McGoskie! 🐾❤️

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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!

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