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On Outdated Style Rules and More Magazine

On Outdated Style Rules and More Magazine

Dear More Magazine, I love you, and I’m one of your biggest champions. As a woman who loves style but could be the mother of many of the models in Lucky Magazine, I appreciate More for featuring articles and models that I can relate to. However, a web article you shared yesterday on Twitter disappointed… Continue Reading On Outdated Style Rules and More Magazine

Styling a Metallic Pencil Skirt I Don't Even Own Yet

Styling a Metallic Pencil Skirt I Don’t Even Own Yet…

The danger of reading blogs is you end up buying things you never thought you needed or wanted. Thanks to this piece on The Cut, I went on a search for a metallic pencil skirt, and found one. I got the silver ASOS one featured below but unfortunately my size is now out of stock. … Continue Reading Styling a Metallic Pencil Skirt I Don’t Even Own Yet…

What I Wore: From the Back of the Closet
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What I Wore: From the Back of the Closet

Coat: LOFT via eBay | Tee: Banana Republic (similar) | Jeans: Gap | Shoes: Ivanka Trump “Indicon” | Bag: HOBO the Original (similar) | Sunglasses: Ray-Ban | Watch: c/o WatchCo | Bracelet: Had Forever (similar) | Lipstick: Revlon Just Bitten Kissable Balm Stain in Lovesick I don’t have a very large closet, but sometimes things… Continue Reading What I Wore: From the Back of the Closet

What my Ears Have Been Absorbing: July and August

What my Ears Have Been Absorbing: July and August

The past month has been a bit of a blur, especially when it comes to music. I’d love to write an individual post about each musical experience, but it’s summer and I’m spending my weekends outdoors soaking up the sun and hanging out with loved ones and I hope you’re doing the same! So to… Continue Reading What my Ears Have Been Absorbing: July and August

Weekend Loungewear Alternatives
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Ask Allie: Weekend Loungewear Alternatives

I am looking for your advice on some ultra-casual weekend looks. I want to look tidy enough to run to the grocery store or walk the dog in my neighborhood, but I want to be comfortable enough to do my household chores and lounge. I know a lot of people default to athletic wear like… Continue Reading Ask Allie: Weekend Loungewear Alternatives

Ask Allie: How to Dress Fun, Festive, yet Professional

Ask Allie: How to Dress Fun, Festive, yet Professional

I am a 42 year-old who has recently gone back to school.  I have been invited to a girl’s night out on a cruise ship. A majority of the women that are invited work for the school, with one being the Dean. I know that it is completely a social event, but I want to… Continue Reading Ask Allie: How to Dress Fun, Festive, yet Professional

7 Simple Tips for Wearing and Buying Prints Like a Pro

7 Simple Tips for Wearing and Buying Prints Like a Pro

Many fear adding prints to their wardrobe, finding them to not be as versatile as a solid-colored garment. However, the best wardrobe is one that you enjoy wearing and properly represents your personality. Printed clothing doesn’t have to be hard to wear, it can become part of your signature and add style to a simpler… Continue Reading 7 Simple Tips for Wearing and Buying Prints Like a Pro

If I could Start Over: #Project333 Inspiration Update
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If I could Start Over: #Project333 Inspiration Update

My first Project 333 post got me thinking about what I should have in my closet versus what is currently in there. I love using Polyvore to feel out an idea or capsule wardrobe – seeing the pieces together sans models or distracting backgrounds helps me imagine mixing and matching and seeing them on my… Continue Reading If I could Start Over: #Project333 Inspiration Update

Sample SAHM Capsule Wardrobe for Summer

Sample SAHM Capsule Wardrobe for Summer

Some of you have requested it, and some of you have asked for it on forums (I see you BabyCenter peeps and welcome you to my blog!). I created a SAHM capsule wardrobe previously, but here’s an update for the warmer months of the year. [collage source] I don’t like a lot of prints most… Continue Reading Sample SAHM Capsule Wardrobe for Summer