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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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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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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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Outfit Posts, Summer · June 13, 2012

Wednesday: Feeling the Love

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Shirt – Target (similar)
Skirt – Ann Taylor
Necklace – bought back in high school (similar)
Bracelet – had since '97 (similar)
Shoes – Sofft “Pavia”
Bag – HOBO Bags (similar)

Last night I broke down crying, but it wasn't from sadness. I couldn't believe the outpouring of support, love, and positive thought that came from yesterday's posts. I feel truly blessed on a daily basis to be able to know and interact with you phenomenal people. Thank you SO MUCH!! Seriously, I feel like a jerk typing this, when I want to give each of you a big bear hug. And please, take that positivity and passion and share it in your real lives off the computer. Give a compliment to a stranger, tell a loved one how very important they are to you, volunteer your time or services to help support a fellow woman. You all are such amazing people with such strength, even if you don't realize it right now, you DO make a difference in this world and you DO deserve to have your voice heard. And I heard you yesterday, and I am honored to have had that experience.

Thank you.
Thank you.
Thank you!

Much love,
Alison

Oh, and the outfit?  This is my most fun, my most happy piece in my closet and I felt it was appropriate to wear it today to thank you all. 

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  1. Nikki McDaniel says

    July 8, 2012 at 2:29 am

    Love love love this outfit!

    Reply
  2. anyeverynothing says

    June 24, 2012 at 1:40 am

    I am SO behind on my feed reader but MY GOD I love this. So much.

    Reply
  3. nobodyssister says

    June 23, 2012 at 10:00 pm

    Haven’t seen anyone mention the bag yet.  It is all kinds of awesome!

    Reply
  4. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 18, 2012 at 8:51 am

    Thank you!

    Reply
  5. Megan Zietz says

    June 18, 2012 at 8:51 am

    I’m in LOVE with that skirt! 

    Xo Megan

    Reply
  6. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 18, 2012 at 8:27 am

    People are stupid, I could wear the same thing when I was 210 lbs that I did when 175 lbs & only get the compliment at 175. Could also wear a stupid outfit at size 10 & a great one at size 16 & get the compliment on the stupid one because I was more slim. Trust yourself 🙂

    Reply
  7. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 18, 2012 at 8:27 am

    When the maxi is this full I only get caught in my heels maybe once a day (I too am a klutz), less full of maxis I wear around the ankle bone or else I trip on myself like crazy 🙂

    Reply
  8. EmilyD says

    June 18, 2012 at 8:11 am

    Sublime!  Can I ask a pedestrian (literally) question: Are you able to get around okay in the long skirt?  I just got a maxi dress (it comes halfway over my shoes), but fear I will trip and kill myself (I am klutzy).

    Also, once I lost about 40 pounds (was still overweight, since I’ve gained most of it back) and at the time someone commented about how I was really dressing better since the weight loss … which hurt my feelings because I have always loved and cared about clothes, no matter what my size.  

    I love your blog, and I love that you aren’t afraid to wear all kinds of colors and silhouettes.  You inspire me!

    Reply
  9. Naina @STYLE'N says

    June 15, 2012 at 4:15 pm

    One of my favorites! Fabulous outfit Allie!

    Reply
  10. tashia graham says

    June 15, 2012 at 2:34 am

    Love that skirt! I have been a little intimidated by maxi skirts, but you make it look so effortless. 

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  11. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 14, 2012 at 1:45 pm

    Thanks so much Peggy!

    Reply
  12. Peggy Dwyer says

    June 14, 2012 at 1:35 pm

    Love this look – would be a great go out with husband night sort of look – casual, yet very pretty and feminine.  You go girl, you rocked this outfit!

    Reply
  13. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 14, 2012 at 1:11 pm

     Thank you so much Patricia!

    Reply
  14. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 14, 2012 at 1:10 pm

    Bwahaha will do! 🙂

    Reply
  15. Lawgirl says

    June 14, 2012 at 12:46 pm

    Hi Allie, I missed this whole kerfuffle about the concept of loving yourself (controversial? duhhh). Anyway, go play Sardines & Pork & Beans and get yo’ groove on! Love, peace, and SOULLLLL xxox

    Reply
  16. Rachel says

    June 14, 2012 at 6:51 am

    Oh wow, what a mean person. Sometimes I just don’t get people at all. You see something you don’t like, you use the ‘back’ button or move on. Taking the time out to be mean is just childish. I love your blog, even though I don’t comment. I like that you are normal, like many of us. I often look to your blog for ideas and I hope you keep posting for a very long time. xxx

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  17. Patricia Doyle says

    June 14, 2012 at 3:48 am

    I’ve just been catching up on the last couple of posts – I couldn’t believe that comment, but wasn’t really surprised to see the outpouring of support. You have a real community here and are definitely appreciated!    Patricia

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  18. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 14, 2012 at 1:22 am

     Oh what a wonderful post… I love that, aspire to inspire. I hope to be that woman in the market when I grow up!

    Reply
  19. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 14, 2012 at 1:20 am

    Thank you so much Catherine! 🙂

    Reply
  20. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 14, 2012 at 1:20 am

     Thank you so much Sonia!!

    Reply
  21. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 14, 2012 at 1:19 am

    I think being a boho hippie fashionista is a wonderful combination 🙂

    Reply
  22. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 14, 2012 at 1:19 am

    Thanks Chris!!

    Reply
  23. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 14, 2012 at 1:18 am

    Awesome!!!

    Reply
  24. Thrift store mama says

    June 14, 2012 at 1:08 am

    I wore an outfit today (instead of just clothes) because of you !!!

    Reply
  25. crtfly says

    June 14, 2012 at 12:19 am

    Allie,

    As I’ve said before, I’m only slightly interested in fashion. But I am very interested in you and what you have to say.  Because of you, I now dress better and feel better about me. I got 2, count  ’em, two compliments on how I looked in a month’s time. What’s the big deal, you say? I NEVER get compliments on how I look so that is a 200% improvement.

    Thank you for all you do for all of us!

    Chris

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  26. Cynthia Washburn says

    June 13, 2012 at 11:03 pm

    I don’t understand why so many women waste so much time being so ugly to each other and so judgmental about each other. Is it because we’re trained from an early age that we’re all in competition for the “best” men – the highest earners, the alpha males? Or is it just that the mean girls from junior high never grow up? I don’t know, but I don’t have time to be nasty to other people or worry about the choices that they make – and it doesn’t make me feel better to see a sister stumble and fall either. 

    It must be a sad way to live – why not look at what’s really important in life and spend our time loving ourselves and each other? 

    I guess there’s still a boho/hippie part that lives inside of this fashionista, too… 

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  27. Sonia says

    June 13, 2012 at 10:57 pm

    Your down-to-earth writing style, your positive attitude, your radiant smile and your fashion bravery are highly contagious, and we can’t get enough of them…so don’t you dare go change a thing!  We love you as you are.

    Reply
  28. Susan Hogan says

    June 13, 2012 at 9:39 pm

    Allie… You absolutely adorable… both inside and out! I am so old enough to be your mom, but I love your style, your attitude, and your ability to share with others. I read a lovely piece the other day from Hostess of the Humble House blog – http://hostessofthehumblebungalow.blogspot.com/2012/06/beautiful-woman-inspires-hostess.html
    We should all aspire to inspire!

    Reply
  29. Catherine says

    June 13, 2012 at 9:36 pm

    So lovely, as always.  Thank you for being you.  🙂

    Reply
  30. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 13, 2012 at 9:11 pm

    Merci!

    Reply
  31. Brigitte says

    June 13, 2012 at 9:03 pm

    Bonjour du Québec,  It takes a lot of self confidence and courage to get that kind of unecessary and hatefull comment but still manage to respond as gracefully as you did. I’m 45 years old, which may in fact seem old if you’re 20, but does that number mean we are supposed to run around in our PJ’s. I’m not dead yet and I still  loves fashion as much as the yonger and thinner girl. I just want to dress the skin I have right now the best that I can and your everyday inspiration is a great hepl with that  I just wished there were more blogs like yours.  Continue de prouver à tout le monde qu’il est possible d’être belle à tout âge et ce, peut importe le poids.

    Reply
  32. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 13, 2012 at 8:50 pm

     Positivity breeds more positivity, negativity breeds more of that sort of crap! 🙂

    Reply
  33. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 13, 2012 at 8:50 pm

     Ditto mamacita <3

    Reply
  34. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 13, 2012 at 8:49 pm

     Thanks so much Tina!  And FYI, this skirt runs BIG, I wish I got a petite medium.

    Reply
  35. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 13, 2012 at 8:49 pm

     Thanks Rosa! <3

    Reply
  36. Beckee says

    June 13, 2012 at 8:47 pm

    Love the outfit! Virtual hugs to you!!

    Reply
  37. Hems for Her, a.k.a. Katie says

    June 13, 2012 at 8:46 pm

    You are so right! We should spread the love. Imagine if each one of us has told five people something nice. Pay it forward and all that. Sounds hokey, but it’s so true!

    Reply
  38. Alison Santighian says

    June 13, 2012 at 8:29 pm

    Robin, I hope you don’t mind if I steal the quote for my office, my kitchen, my mirror.

    Reply
  39. Alison Santighian says

    June 13, 2012 at 8:28 pm

    i think the outfit is PERFECT for today! it’s so happy – we love you. LOVE.

    Reply
  40. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 13, 2012 at 7:52 pm

    Thanks Melissa! I was thinking of wearing this today with my black blazer, but I felt I needed something a bit more lighthearted. I wore a white shirt knotted with my red maxi last week and liked the effect so decided to try this out and like this combo too! 🙂

    Reply
  41. Melissa Forrester says

    June 13, 2012 at 7:49 pm

    I really love this skirt on you! I loved it when you matched it with a black top but this is really cute as well! I would never have put the jean shirt with the “fancy” pink skirt! Looks great! 

    Reply
  42. Robin says

    June 13, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    I am 10 years older than you!  It’s very tough for an almost 50 year old in the working world to look at those pretty, young (and skinny) things and not feel insecure.  I need that quote EVERYDAY!  Always keep that confidence Alison.  I wish I learned that lesson and held onto it 10-20 years ago.

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  43. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 13, 2012 at 7:28 pm

    That is a FABULOUS quote! I was just emailing with a friend on how time can bring self confidence. I think of myself at 27 and myself now at 37, and with my life experiences and time to heal and learn from them, I am so much better and more confident of a person now. Time heals all wounds, and time helps us understand, respect and love our selves. <3

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  44. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 13, 2012 at 7:27 pm

    Oh awesome, thank you Amanda!

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  45. Robin says

    June 13, 2012 at 7:03 pm

    I love you too Alison!  I AM the average woman.  What’s wrong with those people???  I have a sign in my cubicle at work where no one can see it except me.  It’s a quote by Teddy Roosevelt – “Comparison is the Thief of Joy”.  I look at it everyday to remind myself that we are all different but beautiful in different ways.  Some days it’s harder than others and I hope eventually I can get your self confidence.  It’s a slow process.
     

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  46. Amanda says

    June 13, 2012 at 7:02 pm

    Just wanted to let you know that I saw your post about the hate mail on a friend’s facebook page and your response was so classy that I had to come over and subscribe. You have a new fan. 🙂

    Reply
  47. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 13, 2012 at 7:01 pm

    Thank you 🙂

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  48. Ki says

    June 13, 2012 at 6:59 pm

    Yu deserve all the love nd

    Reply
  49. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 13, 2012 at 6:36 pm

    Thank you so much!

    Reply
  50. Karen Mae says

    June 13, 2012 at 6:25 pm

    I love your blog and have for many moons.  That is all!

    Reply
  51. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says

    June 13, 2012 at 5:57 pm

     Group hug! 🙂

    Reply
  52. ONEWEIRDWORD says

    June 13, 2012 at 5:51 pm

    Now I’m all choked up…. <3

    Reply
  53. Tina says

    June 13, 2012 at 5:45 pm

    You look gorgeous! Absolutely stunning 🙂 And I really want this skirt…

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  54. M says

    June 13, 2012 at 4:30 pm

    Beautiful!

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  55. RosaLovesDC says

    June 13, 2012 at 4:27 pm

    OMG girl, I am just catching up and honestly, I just don’t get people sometimes. Anyhow, I think you are FABULOUS and I love your blog. XO

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Earrings: Amazon
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I’ll be a bit quiet on here and other channels because I had eye (retinal) surgery this past weekend. I was having what I thought were ocular migraines but come to find out I was experiencing lattice degeneration, which is thinning/holes in the retina. I had surgery Saturday for my right eye and later on they’ll work on the left eye, which isn’t as bad and can be remedied by laser, in office.

I share not because I’m Mrs. Frizzle meets Iris Apfel as I recuperate at home, but because this whole thing has been a lesson on trusting my gut. And I want to remind you to do the same.

As we get older our bodies can feel like strangers. Things are constantly changing and it’s easy to just assume your annual physical will catch anything wrong. But if you slow down and listen to your body you’ll know when things are just a sign of aging and life and what seems unusual. That nagging issue may be something more serious.

And if you’re seeing flashing lights, floaters, spiderwebs or other odd eye things get checked out ASAP. It may be nothing but take it from me, it may actually be something. ❤️

Okay, going back to my big sunglasses caftan recuperation life!

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Aug 30

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Ladies who lunch…

While in Savannah, I made sure to get lunch reservations for me and E at @theoldepinkhouse she loves the color pink, historic homes, and ghost stories so it was a perfect choice! 

Built in 1789 on Reynolds Square, there are stories of guests seeing ghosts, cutlery and wine bottles moving along with an elegant and truly delicious dining. 

While we didn’t see any apparitions, we did have a lovely lunch with impeccable service and after toured all floors of the home. I highly recommend a visit if you’re visiting Savannah!

My dress is from @cosstores (no longer available); hat is @furtalk and bag is @talbotsofficial (no longer available).

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Aug 29

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Scenes from a week in Savannah… 

The three of us (and our dog Oscar!) had a warm and humid but wonderful time exploring Savannah, Georgia earlier this month. Our daughter visited this gorgeous city last summer with her @girlscouts troop but wanted to return to experience more. We let her choose our adventures and play your guide and it was awesome. We cannot wait to visit again, though next time it won’t be August 🥵

For more of our trip check the “Savannah” highlight on my profile page!

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Aug 28

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Stripes are always right…

Y’all know I love stripes and when @universalstandard came out with their Breton-stripe dresses and tops I HAD to try them! As expected, the quality is stellar, the fit boosts my confidence, and I appreciate the range of colors (5 different stripes to choose from) and sizes (00-50). For reference, I’m wearing XS but preferred S for the top and I usually wear a 14 or XL in other brands.

The tote is @able and it’s a soft yet durable leather that just looks better with time. This color (cognac) is one that transitions nicely from summer to fall. 

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