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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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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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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!

My husband took this photo right after my eye appointment, I think it reflects my positive attitude and feeling of hope! 🧡

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Capsule Wardrobes, Fashion Advice · May 15, 2023

Weekend Capsule Wardrobe: Getaway to Miami in a Carryon

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Weekend Capsule Wardrobe for a getaway to Miami, Florida. Plus size capsule wardrobe for women over 35 by Wardrobe Oxygen

My sister Debbie recently went on a weekend getaway to Miami, Florida. She shared that without even planning, she created a capsule wardrobe. I invited Debbie to share what was in her weekend capsule wardrobe for Miami, thinking it may help others who are planning weekend getaways and looking to have everything fit in a plane carry-on bag!

Capsule Wardrobe for a Weekend in Miami

Selfie in Miami beach
I took very few photos this trip but had to capture my first time putting my toes in the Atlantic Ocean this year! This was soon after arriving in Miami and I am wearing the black tank dress in this capsule.

Is it ridiculous to bring two black ribbed tank dresses for a 2-night trip? After last weekend, I’d say no.

I just got back from a spur-of-the-moment weekend trip with a friend to Miami. It was originally going to be a solo trip, but when the hotel I wanted only had a room with two queen beds left, I took it as a sign. I had tentative plans to do a trip with this friend in May and asked if she wanted to move things up a month (with a week’s notice) and she said yes!

I had a goal of fitting everything into my favorite carry-on bag. I’m a chronic over-packer and while I do usually wear everything I bring, after every trip I always think, I could have re-worn more items. And then as I was going through my summer clothes, I realized that I didn’t really like much from last year. Do you ever have that feeling where you can't believe you were ever able to dress yourself? But I had just ordered a few things and luckily everything came in before I left. Between all of this, I ended up with a capsule wardrobe for my weekend in Miami without even planning on it!

plus size capsule wardrobe for a weekend getaway to Miami.
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black tank dress | print dress | white linen shirt | black t-shirt | white tank | black off the shoulder top | floral skirt | black joggers | print pants | black swimsuit | fan | olive sunhat | sunglasses | canvas tote | folding water bottle | pink tote | raffia clutch | cotton bandana | statement earrings | white sneakers | flip flops | gold Birkenstock sandals | carry-on suitcase

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Building My Capsule Wardrobe Around a Dress

I ordered the black ribbed tank dress from Target and loved it but thought that it was maybe a hair too big, so I immediately ordered the next smaller size. And turns out I like both. And I brought both, with the plan to use the bigger one as my bathing suit cover-up. I did the same with the white linen shirt. I bought two sizes and kept both for different situations, but I only brought one of those with me. This dress ended up being the foundation of my weekend capsule wardrobe.

Capsule Wardrobe Color Story

My capsule wardrobe color story was a combination of white, black, and pink. The items I brought outside these colors I either didn’t wear or regretted wearing so have removed them from this weekend capsule. For example, I wore a green button-up on the plane with the smaller black dress. I was worried about wearing my white shirt on the plane down, thinking it would get a spill on it. However, the shirt was never again worn as everything else worked so effortlessly with one another.

What Bags I Added to My Weekend Capsule Wardrobe

I brought three bags with me: the L.L.Bean tote as my plane/daytime bag, the small raffia clutch as my evening bag, and a watermelon pink canvas tote to use as a pool bag, or just in case I bought stuff and needed an extra bag on my way home.

Hotel pool in Miami
Enjoying late afternoon at the hotel pool

The pink tote ended up being super useful the last day, as after we checked out of the hotel, we left our bags at the front desk and spent the whole afternoon by the pool. I put what I wanted to wear on the plane in the L.L.Bean tote, and my pool essentials in the pink tote. The pink tote bag comes in lots of colors and has a rather large patch on the front, but it’s easily removed with a seam ripper.

I loved using the L.L.Bean canvas tote as my daytime bag. I carried the medium size and chose the longer straps. It was the perfect size to hold all my plane essentials, and I was able to throw in some flip flops while wandering around the city. Because sometimes after a day of walking, even the most comfortable sneakers start to pinch my toes. Plus, the L.L.Bean canvas tote is cute.

A Weekend Worth of Looks from this Capsule Wardrobe

Nine different outfits were worn over my weekend in Miami. However, I created a few more that would be possible with this mix of garments. To see the looks larger, click on any of the thumbnails. Use the arrows or swipe to scroll through all the looks. To return to this screen, click the “X” or anywhere outside the image.

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The first look shows this pair of clear green hoops I own. They were a bright pop of color when i first arrived in Miami, but once I realized I had a pink-based capsule wardrobe they didn't work with most of the other outfits.

Details on my Weekend in Miami

I've been to Miami a few times before, but never feel like I gave it a fair shake. This time, I fell in love with the city. We visited the beach, but spent most of our lounging time around the hotel pools (we stayed at two hotels, The Plymouth and The Confidante, both I'd highly recommend), drinking frozen cocktails, talking, and reading.

One morning we went down to the Art Deco district, checked out the Welcome Center and Museum's exhibit on the Golden Age of Radio before walking along Ocean Drive and looking at all the cool architecture and ended up at this very random little Italian restaurant with the most delightful waiter, who hooked us up with free limoncello and tiramisu for dessert.

Collins Park, Miami
Me in the printed shirtdress from the capsule, in Collins Park, Miami

For dinner one night, we went to Gitano Miami, where we had one of the BEST meals, and then afterward, went up to the rooftop bar that even managed to have an outdoor disco ball. The other night we ended up wandering around Collins Park, looking at the sculptures in the dark.

Alternatives to Items in the Capsule Wardrobe

Not everything in this capsule wardrobe is new. The skirt I was able to find a photo online (and it was used in this spring to summer capsule wardrobe from 2022); this skirt is a good alternative from the same retailer with the same size range. The black off-the-shoulder top I took is a very thin sweater from RACHEL Rachel Roy, which is years old and no longer available. The one I linked above was the closest I could find.

The shirtdress that was actually taken is a few years old. The Farm Rio shirtdress in the capsule is similar in being a bright print, which was a great choice for going out in Miami. If I didn't already own this dress I would consider one of the dresses in the carousel below:

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Travel Must-Haves in This Capsule Wardrobe

There are a few things I bring with me on all trips, but especially beach trips. First, a hand fan. I definitely run hot, and having one of these in my bags means I always bring my own breeze with me. Then a hat is always a must, I love this hat because it's highly packable, but also fabric so I can wear it in the water without worrying about ruining it. But then if I don't want to wear a hat, I can put on a bandana to protect my scalp from the sun. Or to dab off the sweat as I wander about town.

I like one that's a bit small and really soft with a fun print, and I am always happy with these bandanas from Madewell. I always have several bandanas in my suitcase. And then a folding, reusable water bottle is so handy. This folding water bottle is so lightweight and comes with its own carabiner, so I can attach it to my purse strap if it doesn't fit inside my bag. Plus it comes in such fun colors.

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What I Brought that I Didn't Wear

I also brought last year’s Universal Standard linen wrap dress in mustard (link to same one in this year's color options), which is one of my favorite things. I never wore it. I even tried it on for dinner one night, but it wasn’t right. Maybe if we had gone to brunch another day, I would have worn it, but I could have just as easily worn the smaller black dress and felt as cute.

Art Deco District in Miami
Wandering through the Art Deco District in Miami

I also brought a navy long-sleeve top to wear with the pink pants for morning beach walks, but it was too hot for that top. I would have been better off with this t-shirt that also would have fit with my color story. The collage for this capsule wardrobe reflects what top I wish I brought instead.

What I Wish I Brought for My Miami Weekend

I do wish I had brought a second bathing suit. The one I brought was fine, and I knew it would dry quickly so I wouldn't actually need a second suit, but once I was down there, I wished I had brought a two-piece. I have a simple black high-waist bikini bottom that I pair with whatever cute top I might find. This top would have been very fun for Miami.

Breakfast on the beach
Breakfast on the beach with my trusty L.L.Bean tote

Fitting a Capsule Wardrobe into a Carry-On Bag

All of my clothes fit in a medium packing cube – I had just seen a TikTok of a woman who swears that packing your clothes the exact size of the packing cube helps more fit, and I’m a believer! I didn't even need to have the compression-style bags the TikToker had.

One side of my suitcase had two medium packing cubes – the one with my clothes and the other had my bathing suit, underwear, Jockey skimmies, socks, etc. The other side had my shoes, toiletries, umbrella, blow dry brush, charging cords, purses, etc. I ended up having enough extra space so I offered some to my friend whose bags were overflowing!

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  1. annieb says

    August 28, 2023 at 6:57 pm

    I commented earlier, but I have to come back and say: I copied the listed items and suggested outfits, shopped my closet, and used this capsule for a family reunion in the hills of North Carolina. I did swap a couple of things: a pink oversized shirt for the white one pictured; wide leg black pants for the floral pants; white bermuda shorts for the floral skirt. I added a second swimsuit, and another active wear dress (neither of one I used, lol, so I should have stuck to the original capsule!)

    This was the perfect capsule for me. It worked out just right. Everything was doable for whatever we decided to do on vacation: hiking, sight seeing, gem mining, just spending time with family we rarely get to see. I’m keeping my notes because I’ll probably use this again!

    Thank you again for such a great capsule wardrobe.

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    • Debbie says

      August 30, 2023 at 7:02 pm

      I love hearing this so much!

      Reply
  2. Jeanne Fahey says

    May 19, 2023 at 6:01 pm

    LOVE this capsule and considering it for a 3-week trip to Germany and Spain! Where can I find the green hoop earrings?

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      May 23, 2023 at 12:24 pm

      They are from Etsy: https://bit.ly/3AB8tBG

      Reply
  3. Ashley says

    May 17, 2023 at 8:36 am

    I love this capsule wardrobe! You were right about that Target dress…it’s good! I have an eyelet midi dress with a sweetheart neckline, also from Target, and I thought it would be such a great travel dress, but something about the proportions make me feel so frumpy! This one is excellent! I can’t wait to throw it on with a jean jacket and sandals.

    I travel a ton for work these days and having a suitcase full of separates that all work together is priceless.

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  4. Chris says

    May 14, 2023 at 1:20 am

    I have a question about the Farm Rio dresses. I looked at their ads on the Nordstrom website. It looks to me like the hems on all the dresses hang unevenly. Do you think that is due to the styling and photography or are they really like that?

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      May 23, 2023 at 12:31 pm

      I have tried a few and they hang evenly, but not sure about all their styles.

      Reply
  5. annieb says

    May 12, 2023 at 7:46 pm

    This is flat out perfect. I have copied down all the pieces, and the outfits, for an upcoming family reunion this summer. I can pretty much shop everything here in my closet. I may have traded a wide leg pant in black for the print here, and a wide leg in cinnamon for the skirt here, but the results are pretty much the same! Looking forward to my trip just to make this work.

    Reply
    • Debbie says

      May 13, 2023 at 5:27 pm

      Oh, I love the idea of wide leg cinnamon pants! Behind watermelon pink, shades of cinnamon have definitely been my obsession for a while

      Reply
      • annieb says

        May 29, 2023 at 5:00 pm

        I’m with you on watermelon pink, too! The pants are from Old Navy and they are sooo comfortable.

        Reply
  6. Dana says

    May 11, 2023 at 10:45 pm

    This is such a fun capsule! I love the colors and your choice of gold Birks for your dressier shoes. I can appreciate buying the same dress in two sizes – I have the black US Geneva in two sizes. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Debbie says

      May 13, 2023 at 5:26 pm

      Gold Birks are total neutrals! And I can totally see the Geneva doing the same thing fit-wise as this dress. Both fitting, but giving a totally different vibe

      Reply
  7. Leu2500 says

    May 11, 2023 at 5:58 pm

    It’s great seeing a real-life capsule wardrobe. And I love that even with a tight color palette there IS color. I personally find all b&w or beige capsules to be bo-ring.

    Reply
    • Debbie says

      May 13, 2023 at 5:25 pm

      When there’s a pink option of something, it’s usually the one I pick, which obviously shows with this!

      Reply
  8. Bette says

    May 11, 2023 at 4:45 pm

    What a great post! I love these sisters’ posts and photos — you are so lucky to have each other. Plus, this capsule is so appealing with its gorgeous pinks. Thank you!

    Reply
    • Debbie says

      May 13, 2023 at 5:23 pm

      Thank you! I am very lucky to have Alison as a sister

      Reply
  9. Beth says

    May 11, 2023 at 11:25 am

    Thank you for such a useful post! I’m not planning on a weekend away any time soon, but I got some great ideas for summer. I got some more ideas for wearing some things I already have. I bought the Target dress before I even finished reading the post! I’ve been on a hunt for an affordable black tank dress for a month and haven’t seen anything I liked. The Mango pants are cute, and I might get them. They’d be perfect for a bbq or casual dinner or lunch. I had forgotten that Mango carried plus sizes. How has the quality of things, along with customer service, been?

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    • Debbie says

      May 11, 2023 at 12:04 pm

      I really like Mango! The quality is good and I find the sizing pretty consistent. Returns are easy and shipping is fast. I also like that it’s a more curated amount of items. I don’t have to sort through an endless supply of cold-shoulder tops to find something I like

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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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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 
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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!

My husband took this photo right after my eye appointment, I think it reflects my positive attitude and feeling of hope! 🧡

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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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Aug 27

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The family that wears @printfresh together stays together 🥰

Use code wardrobe_oxygen for 15% off your order of size-inclusive organic cotton sleepwear, dresses, bags & more https://glnk.io/qk04/wardrobe-oxygen

I’ve been raving about my Printfresh pajamas for years, my family also wanted to try them. Thank you Printfresh for gifting these for our annual three generation girls’ getaway to Rehoboth Beach, DE. We had a great time and being all matchy matchy in our pajamas was a fun addition! 🐅🍃🥰

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