As many of you know, a very large percentage of bloggers have chosen to go silent today, participating in For Japan With Love, created by the owners of the blogs ever ours and Utterly Engaged. This is an amazing act by these two bloggers, and those who have participated – a selfless act that has… Continue Reading Why I Am Not Silent Today
Having this blog, I often get comments that I have a small and boring collection of clothing, or people comment on how much clothing I have and ask where the heck do I keep it all. I think both groups of folks are correct – I have a pretty simple collection of clothing, but I… Continue Reading What’s In My Closet?
Coat – Lands EndPashmina – Pashmina InternationalBlack Stretch Merino Sweater – Banana Republic (several years old)Pearl Necklaces – NordstromGold Necklace and Bracelet – J. Crew (no longer available)Jeans – NYDJ “Marilyn”Boots – Fitzwell “Andrea”Bag – Hobo International “Penelope”Gloves – Nordstrom (Christmas gift last year) My jeans shrunk. I am so sad about this. I have… Continue Reading My Wardrobe Today – Friday
A few questions I have recently received from readers: Deborah asks, “You and I have similar hair and back in 2006 you were loving the Suave Professional Curly line (which I think is gone). I’m wondering what are you loving now? What’s working for your hair when worn curly and what’s working for your hair… Continue Reading Ask Allie – Hats, Scarves, Boots and more!
I spend Thanksgiving at my mom’s house each year. We have a great assortment of friends and family who attend, usually 10-16 folks. There is no dress code, but I believe one should dress nicely for a dinner like this to show appreciation and respect to the hostess. I also like layers so I can… Continue Reading My Wardrobe on Thanksgiving
Oh the weather was FANTASTIC this weekend! I love weekends in fall that are so crisp and clear and have weather mild enough that you can go outside and enjoy the beauty of the season! Saturday, our friends Nicole & Ryan invited us over for a cookout. Very casual affair, didn’t change from what I… Continue Reading My Wardrobe This Weekend
This is a week of very early mornings. Tomorrow I will have to wake up at 3:30am to get to work on time. I KNOW! Unfortunately this means you get a bunch of the wacky waist-up photos in the poorly-lit office bathroom. Tuesday’s attire:Blue ruffle top – Ann Taylor Loft (no longer available online)Black pants… Continue Reading My Wardrobe Yesterday and Today
Friday I worked from home, Saturday I went out and Sunday… well just wanted to share a typical Sunday look. How I dress when not at work… Friday: My feet and my baby at the playground I worked from home, but that didn’t mean I lounged around in yoga pants and an old tee shirt.… Continue Reading My Weekend Wardrobe Oct 11, 2010
Another day where my Ann Taylor cardigan is a must-have! I wrapped an ivory pashmina around my neck on the commute in; once I got to the office I removed both the scarf and the cardigan. Another hectic morning where there wasn’t much time to get creative. Gotta love really simple wardrobe pieces and a… Continue Reading My Wardrobe Today – Tuesday