I shared a photo on Instagram Stories showing how my daughter is now taller than I am. While there were many comments on her height (not surprising, her father is 6’4″ and she has tall family members on my dad’s…
IMO: The Best Bras for Large Busts
I recently shared a list of the best wireless bras and at the end of it, I mentioned that while I own wireless bras, I still am most comfortable in an underwire bra. I wear in general, a 36F. Sometimes…
White Double Breasted Pantsuit from Zara
I wore this suit to the Rebelle Con and showcased it in this blog post. It’s an awesome suit but not really the thing I’d wear on a daily basis. When my friend Elizabeth invited me to a summer soiree…
What I Wore: Black Cocktail Pantsuit
I’m striving to shop my own closet, find new lives for old clothes, and create more style with fewer items in my wardrobe. I got this black cocktail pantsuit last winter as part of a campaign with Talbots. Last year…
My Lingerie Must-Haves: Bras, Panties, Shapewear, and More
When I featured an off the shoulder sweater in a recent post there were a lot of comments on the blog, on Facebook, and by email… and they weren’t about the sweater but what was I wearing underneath? As a…
Ask Allie: All About Bras
Dear Allie, I hope this doesn’t sound creepy but your bust looks great. What bra do you wear? My absolute favorite everyday bra is the Fantasie Underwire Smoothing T-Shirt bra. There’s a molded cup version, and a stretchy seamless cup…
Swimsuit Review: More Suits for a Large Bust and Soft Belly
In the last swimsuit review post I ended seeming as though I didn’t find anything good. And then last weekend we took a trip to Rehoboth Beach and I knew I’d be spending time in an indoor pool and I…
Swimsuit Review: Looking to Flatter my Large Bust and Soft Curves
It’s the time of year for buying swimsuits. Last year I decided to make do with what I had – my Lands’ End paisley bikini and a turquoise halter one-piece that was gifted to me eons ago that is showing…
My Favorite Underpinnings
When I was in my ‘20s, lingerie was chosen for its cute factor (or sexy factor). I had a drawer full of lacy frothy bras and slips of underwear, often in candy colors. As I have gotten older and my…
Swimwear for Large Busts and Soft Bellies
Around this time of year, I am bombarded with reader questions on where to find swimwear to flatter their body. While one can find a triangle bikini anywhere from Walmart to Saks, it’s harder to find swimwear for a woman…
