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The perfect red for the holiday season 💄

I love a red lipstick, especially in winter. It adds brightness to gray days and skin not exposed to the sun. Look in my dressing table and you’ll find at least a dozen different red lipsticks. But this winter my go-to red is “Relax” by @flyte.70 

Glossy but not sticky, long wearing but not drying, the Flyte.70 L+L.LipLacquer feels like a lip balm. One layer is a hint of color and shine; add more layers for more pigment, gloss, and impact. This isn’t the only Flyte.70 lip color I have and love; I regularly wear “Fast Car” which is a modern version of the brown lipsticks we loved in the 90s that looks so good with the neutrals popular right now.

And with products named after songs from the 80s and 90s I couldn’t not use this Frankie Goes to Hollywood song for this lip color!

This isn’t paid, it’s a PSA because I know it’s hard to find good red lip colors. And @flyte.70 is a U.S.-based woman-owned ethical beauty brand created specifically for U.S. grown women and I find the quality stellar.

Use code WOXYGEN15 for 15% off your order at Flyte.70

The quickest and cheapest way to update your wardrobe for the holidays is with a glossy red lip! 💄

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The tree is trimmed! 🎄

When I was a single gal, I had the prettiest tree with a color story and theme. 20 years later, my tree is a hodgepodge of inherited ornaments, gifts from loved ones, and handmade pieces from both my childhood and by my child. And I think each year it veers further from the original concept the more beautiful it becomes!

My daughter and I donned our Santa hats, turned on the holiday playlist, a Yule log on the TV, and spent the afternoon getting our home into the Christmas spirit.

When she was little, my husband would pick her up so she could place the star on top of the tree. Now that she’s taller than I am, when he got home he just put his arm around her as she used the library stool to reach the top. Some traditions need to be modified with time but they’re still special! ⭐️

Top is a feather trimmed Breton from @talbotsofficial; the scarf as a belt is also Talbots but a few years old. The jeans are @landsend and the blanket on the chair in the second photo is by artist  @zanderschlacter
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My therapist recommended I walk outside more as I grieve the recent loss of my mom.

When it was time to pay for my mom’s funeral, the credit card I had in my wallet was my @bananarepublic Mastercard. I’ve had this card for decades because over the years, most of our family have worn some Gap brand. From onesies to tuxedos, we’ve updated our wardrobes with points.

And I got a serious chunk of points for charging my mom’s funeral expenses on my Banana card.

I decided to use them to buy clothes for winter outdoor walking. Nothing motivates me more than a chance to put together a cute outfit. This cute look is from @athleta, one of the few activewear brands that fits both my size and my style.

My Athleta purchase arrived on my doorstep and that day, a neighbor reached out, inviting me to join a group of women in our community who were supporting, not competing, to move 100k. I immediately said yes and signed up. 

This past week I hit 100k. And this past week week it has been two months she has been gone. I’m still going 💪 

Wearing XL. For reference I’m 5’3” and usually wear a size 14.

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Normalizing the normal everyday outfit…

It was a day of running errands, running to the office, and then running into friends. It rained off and on so I wanted shoes for potential puddles and a coat that wouldn’t soak through but also keep me warm.

The sweater is @universalstandard; I bought it thinking it was a bold purple but the color was off on the site and I got plum. But I think I like this better. I’m wearing a S. This is my second of this cardigan, it is super soft, dense, and holds up to washing. My other one I got a year ago and still wear all the time.

The jeans are @oldnavy and while they’re not perfect and stretch out throughout the day they were around $18 and I like the wash and weight of the denim. I’m wearing a 14 Short.

The boots are old Docs, the coat I got at @talbotsofficial last winter, and the bag is @maxwellscottuk and I’ve had for almost a decade. Earrings are @_jennybird, necklace is @gorjana. 

Disclosure: the coat was gifted last year but remains a favorite. The necklace was also gifted about a year ago but I keep wearing because I like it and it has held up quality-wise. The rest I bought. 

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Counteract the gray days with cozy colorful clothes! 🌈 This cashmere sweater set is the prettiest teal and I loved how it looked with this candy pink Chesterfield coat. All are from @anntaylor one of my favorite places to shop because Ann has petites over a size 12. Also all of these items are on sale!

While I did receive these clothes as a gift from Ann Taylor I am under no obligation to share with you. This is what I wore to work and when I saw these colors against the green of my building door I had to prop up my phone and capture the color combo!

This sweater is a classic and with the skirt is created a dress effect you can style with tall boots, ankle boots and tights, or dress down with sneakers. I linked to other pieces in this color that would also look dreamy with this skirt, as well as other gorgeous colorful coats.

For reference I am wearing the coat in XL petite and the sweater set in L. I am 5’3” and usually wear a 14/16

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Just got back from a 4-night getaway with my sister @debbiefaye78 at @curacaomarriottbeachresort. It was a last-minute planned trip that ended up being perfect. We weren’t ready to celebrate Thanksgiving without our mom and this escape what just what our hearts needed. 

I’ll be sharing more once I finally unpack my suitcase and organize my photos and thoughts; but I couldn’t not share this picture from yesterday morning. Debbie and I got up early to enjoy some of the day at the resort before flying home to DC. We had the infinity pool to ourselves, finished our books, and relaxed before a long day of travel. 🌴
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It’s hard when you’re petite and most models aren’t; you have no idea how clothes, especially jeans will fit. To promote @universalstandard’s Denim Drive sale, the company sent me two pairs of jeans of my choice. And I chose to make this video to show how they fit on my 5’3” body. I am usually a 14/32 in jeans but at Universal Standard I wear a 12 because they’re super stretchy and generously sized. 

With jeans as low as $35 in sizes 00-40, this is a sale not to be missed. And use code INFS-BFALISON10 for an additional 10% off sitewide!

The Farrah Flare is a favorite because at my height, most flare jeans will lose what makes them special once hemmed. At a 30” inseam these are great with low heels or lug soles.

The Etta is a straight jean with a vintage fit. If in doubt size down. They’re also super stretchy and the 28” inseam (they also come in 31”) works with my boots and sneakers.

While I was provided the apparel in this Reel for free, I was not paid or contracted to create this content. Consider it a PSA for my fellow shorties shopping this fab denim sale!

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Thanks to @talbotsofficial I’m ready for the holidays! #AD

I love Talbots for holiday fashion and this season’s new arrivals do not disappoint. And for Black Friday the entire site is 40% off with free shipping on orders $150+. Until noon, you also receive 50% off 1 regular price item!

I ordered pieces from the Talbots Holiday Collection and found great quality, great style, and great versatility. How cute is the Breton stripe bateau neck with the removable feather cuffs? The metallic plaid patio skirt is so fun, and these two dresses can glam up or dress down with a change of footwear and bag. For reference, I am wearing everything in either XL or 16 petite.

The ivory cords are also Talbots; the black trousers are from last year’s Talbots Holiday Collection showing how Talbots has lasting style. I’ve linked to exact or very similar in my LTK shop. Follow my shop @wardrobe_oxygen on the @shop.ltk app to shop this post and get my exclusive app-only content! https://liketk.it/4oDJF

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Lifestyle · October 17, 2020

Weekend Reads #127

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Out for a walk with Oscar: wearing this sweatshirt and these leggings from Chico's

Weekend Reads

Woah, Nellie, this article blew my mind. The lifestyles of the rich and quarantined. (Washingtonian)

How to make yourself immune to secondhand stress. (Harvard Business Review)

The German model for America: The long and public reckoning that followed the Holocaust shows a path forward for a United States that desperately needs to confront its racist past. (Vox)

If you too were a fan of Eddie Van Halen and are mourning his loss, you should know about the racism and discrimination he experienced in his earlier years. (NBC News)

Looking for Black-owned companies to replace everyday products I purchase, I came across PUR Home, a Black woman-owned company that makes all their products here in the USA. We purchased their laundry detergent and their dish soap. The laundry detergent is Leaping Bunny certified and receives a great EWG rating, comes in a recyclable container made from cardboard and newspaper, made with earth-friendly ingredients, and comes in three scents. We found this detergent good and equal in effectiveness to other eco-friendly detergents like Seventh Generation. The dish soap is not as thick and not as fragrant as the eco-friendly liquid dish soaps we've used previously but once you get the hang of the easier pour/squeeze so you don't use too much, you find it's just as effective for cutting grease and cleaning. It too is made from non-toxic, earth-friendly ingredients and is Leaping Bunny certified and highly rated by EWG and I find it's less drying to my hands than the previous products I got from Whole Foods and Thrive Market.  PUR Home also carries many more products than this for laundry, dishes, the bathroom, and more and they have refill pouches, glass bottles, and ways to reduce waste while still getting a quality product.

Oh no, global warming isn't a thing at all. (The Washington Post) No seriously, this is just a coincidence, not global warming. (The Guardian)

Study finds you can communicate with cats by blinking slowly. (Nerdist)

Are you following Blacktober? Here's why you should. (Kotaku)

A fab feature on a fab actor, director, and activist: Regina King. (Glamour)

Not everyone is working from home. 24 hours in the life of American Workers. (The Washington Post)

Inside the COVID unit in the world's largest women's prison, which is located in California. (The 19th)

“There’s no good way to talk about an 18-year-old woman’s body. She’s too young to drink legally, and yet it’s somehow permissible to start the time-honored tradition of picking her apart.” (Buzzfeed)

I share this article while wearing a pair of canteloupe-colored CROCS. And I feel no shame. (New York Times)

We're just beginning to understand the extent of COVID-19's feminist nightmare. (MSNBC)

Why I speak up for Black women: a piece by Megan Thee Stallion. (New York Times)

I don't want kids… and that's okay. (The Stripe)

Wish that skirt or dress had pockets? My sister sent me this video and it looks so simple (and honestly, could be done without a machine) I may try it! (YouTube)

With video calls and an army of volunteers, this 15-year-old is battling pandemic loneliness in nursing homes. (The Washington Post)

And a must-read sent to me by WO2 reader Linda: A battle for the souls of Black girls. (New York Times)

Hear/See/Read

After this, you will have only one more week of raving about Lovecraft Country as it will be the season finale. Beyond obsessed. I started listening to the corresponding podcast, Lovecraft Country Radio, one morning while folding laundry and it's an excellent companion and dives deeper into the episodes, the history associated with it, and the thoughts of those in the writer's room. I really don't have a lifestyle where I have time to listen to podcasts on the regular, but if I was still commuting this podcast would be at the top of my list. 

Looking for a show that the whole family would enjoy, we've started watching The Good Place. I previously watched the first season but was exhausted by it; it feels different watching it with our tween.  While there is some sex, drugs, and alcohol-related humor, Commonsense Media says it's good for kids 12+ and our kid is in love with it. In fact, she's lying on the living room floor watching it right now as I hide out in our bedroom finishing this post before dinner. 

I was looking for a chick-lit book to read and sort of be numbed by before sleep and I got The Idea of You. I am 60% through and I don't know if I will actually finish it.  It's fan fiction of a woman who turns 40 who gets into a relationship with a guy from a boy band who is supposed to be like Harry Styles. I find Harry Styles hot as hell, I am about the same age difference, but this takes place when the boy is 20, not now when he is 26 and I don't know… I remember being that age and those six years make a major difference. And the whole book is boring even though there are a lot of sex scenes. It also feels like a rip-off of a few different storylines from the TV series Girlfriend's Guide to Divorce but make the character of Abby McCarthy a French gallery owner. However, it does achieve my goal for the book – it numbs me to sleep!

Ack, coming in after publishing because I realize I forgot to share a movie I saw this week and loved, The 40-Year-Old-Version, available on Netflix. Radha was a playwright, a 30-under-30 winner who was turning 40 and hadn't accomplished anything since.  She decides to try rapping. If this sounds ridiculous, like some madcap romcom, it's not. Radha Blank wrote, directed, and starred in this semi-autobiographical film and I thought it was fabulous. Real, raw, heart-wrenching, and funny. 

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do you ever just want to give up?
well, me too
are you shocked by what people get
get used to?
do you wake up in a cold sweat?
well, that’s sane
at least you got a little brain left
you got a little brain

cuz there’s foxes in the hen house
and bad news every day
and right there on pennsylvania avenue
the sheetless kkk
and there’s models wielding microphones
chasing maniacs around
and everything’s on fire
and there’s twisters touching down

but we can do this
if we try
if we do this
like it’s do or die
yes, we can do this
if we try
if we do this
like it’s do or die

so let’s pause
let us regroup
let us recover
let us recoup
let us remember
that we are charmed
let us look down at our hands
and remember we’re armed

and if you think your vote doesn’t matter
then you’re not paying attention
yes, everything they do, they do
to keep you from their invention

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  1. A says

    October 19, 2020 at 12:40 am

    I just read Jane Steele and Mexican Gothic, they were both pretty great and the latter is great for “spooky season.”

    I don’t know if you have watched the new Babysitter’s Club on Netflix, I am 32 and loved it.

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  2. Juliene says

    October 17, 2020 at 6:24 pm

    I couldn’t stick with The Idea of You and was around the same percentage when I put it down. I just finished One To Watch, which came out in July. It’s about a plus-sized blogger who ends up as the lead in a Bachelorette-like reality show. I found it intelligently and compellingly written. Although, if you’re like me, you may end up staring up late to finish it, rather then being lulled to sleep.

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  3. Daisy says

    October 17, 2020 at 4:27 pm

    A few years old now, but I highly recommend A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles. Adorable preview here: https://youtu.be/l8V6oDH9XRM

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  4. Bette says

    October 17, 2020 at 3:24 pm

    Ooh. Ani DiFranco. Love her and her amazing life. Thanks so much for calling our attention to her new release.

    Reply
  5. Jax says

    October 17, 2020 at 2:46 pm

    I haven’t been a big Van Halen fan, though I love the song Jump (check out the great Aztec Camera cover if you get a chance) and also David Lee Roth’s goofy charisma (loved his solo music videos in the 80s). Mad respect to Eddie’s guitar playing, but I haven’t known much about them. And I didn’t know that Eddie was Dutch and Indonesian until his death. I figured he’d encountered lots of issues in his life — so I find it a bit ironic (in the Alanis sense) that Van Halen often attracted and still attracts the whitest and most white-bread audiences. Sorry, I’ve often found Van Halen music fans to be really boring and non-diverse, even often jingoistic (“U.S.A!!!”) types.
    Again, I don’t know much about Eddie’s life but wish he’d been more vocal about the challenges with his fans.
    I guess, it’s like the dichotomy between Mercury’s sexual orientation and the Queen fans that were clapping and chanting along with “We will rock you” and “We are the champions”.

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  6. Kathryn Fenner says

    October 17, 2020 at 12:30 pm

    I just finished Eligible by Curtis Sittenfeld. It’s an excellent modernization of Pride and Prejudice. I was skeptical, but it hit all the good notes of Austen and wasn’t cheesy.

    For family friendly TV, Acorn has great series, especially from Down Under. 800 Words, McLeod’s Daughters, A Place to Call Home….

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  7. Alison says

    October 17, 2020 at 10:24 am

    That first article is the most infuriating thing I’ve read in ages.

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    • Nicole says

      October 17, 2020 at 5:07 pm

      I agree. Sickening, selfish, excessive spending. Raise their taxes. It’s like we’ve created kings and queens that don’t have any civic responsibility.

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The tree is trimmed! 🎄

When I was a single gal, I had the prettiest tree with a color story and theme. 20 years later, my tree is a hodgepodge of inherited ornaments, gifts from loved ones, and handmade pieces from both my childhood and by my child. And I think each year it veers further from the original concept the more beautiful it becomes!

My daughter and I donned our Santa hats, turned on the holiday playlist, a Yule log on the TV, and spent the afternoon getting our home into the Christmas spirit.

When she was little, my husband would pick her up so she could place the star on top of the tree. Now that she’s taller than I am, when he got home he just put his arm around her as she used the library stool to reach the top. Some traditions need to be modified with time but they’re still special! ⭐️

Top is a feather trimmed Breton from @talbotsofficial; the scarf as a belt is also Talbots but a few years old. The jeans are @landsend and the blanket on the chair in the second photo is by artist  @zanderschlacter

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Just got back from a 4-night getaway with my sister @debbiefaye78 at @curacaomarriottbeachresort. It was a last-minute planned trip that ended up being perfect. We weren’t ready to celebrate Thanksgiving without our mom and this escape what just what our hearts needed. 

I’ll be sharing more once I finally unpack my suitcase and organize my photos and thoughts; but I couldn’t not share this picture from yesterday morning. Debbie and I got up early to enjoy some of the day at the resort before flying home to DC. We had the infinity pool to ourselves, finished our books, and relaxed before a long day of travel. 🌴

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Working on the weekend is far more enjoyable when it’s in my office 💚

Perimenopause and the pandemic and homeschooling made our row home feel even smaller. So when neighbors revitalized an office building in our town center and offered individual offices for rent, I felt it would be good for business and personally. And I kept it when the world opened up and our kid went back to public school because it helps me have a clear start and end to the work day, but also because I created a space I really enjoy.

This weekend I went to the office to shoot some content. And once I was finished I enjoyed just sitting here, watching the light change. I think I may switch the furniture around, switch up the energy. I love that I can do that without consulting another or having another person’s opinions matter.

When you have a family, things go from me to we. I don’t regret leaving Corporate America to do this full time, but I do miss being part of a team. And I missed having an office, a place away from home that’s just for me. 

I wish more communities would offer rental offices like @thegranitebuilding. With reasonably affordable monthly rates, it doesn’t have to just be business owners who get office spaces. It can be a place to work on a hobby or craft, a place to WFH that’s not home, or a place to just read and write and nap undisturbed. A literal room of one’s own. Because sometimes a person needs time to be a me and not a we. 💚

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You’re never too old for a Rory Gilmore sweater… this cotton fisherman sweater is from @llbean and inspired by @marielle.elizabeth I shopped the men’s department for a better size range. The influencer influenced the influencer!

The jeans are @landsend I got last year and I’m glad they brought them back this year in several washes, inseam lengths, and plus sizes. If in doubt, size down. They will shrink in length slightly but not anywhere else, they’re super comfy and stretchy but don’t stretch out. 

Kept the collegiate vibe going with a trucker cap, HOKAs, and my trusty commuter bag for years: the large @dagnedover Dakota backpack!

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My husband has a special backpack he fills with weight to wear while hiking; it’s called rucking. I wear a @dagnedover Dakota and fill it with my laptop, my iPad, a full water bottle, and my purse and walk to work; it’s called commuting. 💁🏻‍♀️

But seriously, I’ve had this backpack for five years. It has been shoved under plane seats, in overstuffed car trunks, under feet in the passenger seat. I’ve worn it as I’ve walked miles in major cities and from my house to my town center. My daughter also has a Dagne Dakota; it survived middle school and continues to work through camping, sleepovers, and road trips. It’s genially designed, comfortable, and can take a beating and still look great.

As for the rest of the look, the vest (XL) is a new purchase from @athleta; the Rainier tights (L) are also Athleta but two years old. The purple top is @nike and about a decade old. Hat is @llbean and it’s on sale for less than $15. And my trusty @hoka sneakers that have had their own set of adventures.

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Another day of early voting for our city election, another outfit I wore as an election judge! 🗳️

I got this sweater set from @mmlafleur last spring and it continues to be a favorite. The color and popcorn stitch makes it wearable three seasons of the year. I’ve styled it with gold heels and dramatic gold earrings, with sneakers and a crossbody belt bag, and more than once with knee-high boots and a scarf at my throat. The color works with brown and black boots, the skirt silhouette and length with heels and flats. These brown riding boots are from @duoboots and almost a decade old. The scarf belonged to my dad; I have a feeling it was styled with a leisure suit back in the day!

I may have been more dressed up than other election judges but I think seeing democracy in action is a cause to celebrate! 🇺🇸

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Early voting poll worker style 🗳️

I’ve been an election judge (AKA poll worker) for several years but this year I decided to take it a step further and join my city’s Board of Elections. I’m passionate about fair and accessible elections for all. The Board is acting as election judges for early voting so it’s great to use my previous experience on a city level!

I believe voting is a special occasion and I dressed the part. The puff sleeve sweater and pants are from @anntaylor; these pants are the same ones from the suit I wore earlier this week. I added a beloved @hermes scarf as a belt and silver hoops (they belonged to my mom) as a hint of shine.

If your area is having an election this coming week; I implore you to vote. Your voice deserves to be heard. And please ensure your neighbors know of the election and where to vote. 🇺🇸

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Always fun to see my name in lights! 💡 I was a panelist at the annual @jaofcentralmd Leading Ladies event that connects local high schoolers with women in business. My panel was on using social media for promoting one’s business or personal brand. Along with other social media experts, we guided students and adults on how to create compelling and engaging social content and together created content for the conference’s feed. It was fun and I loved being able to share my almost two decades of personal and professional experience!

The dress code for the conference was business professional and since the event’s theme color was pink, they encouraged us to wear the color. 

This @anntaylor suit has been a favorite since late summer. I’ve dressed it down with a white tank and sneakers and glammed it up with a silk cami and gold heeled sandals. I love how Ann Taylor has petite suiting up to size 16; I know I’m not the only short curvy girl who desires suits and professional attire!

For this event I chose a berry-colored microfiber tank from @lovechicos. I own several of these tanks; they wear like iron and the tight weave and subtle shine make them great shells under suits. 

The look fit the theme but was also comfortable. I was glad to share my expertise and encourage others to see how they can donate their time and knowledge to a local @juniorachievementusa #JALeadingLadies #JALeadingLadies2023 #JACMD #JuniorAchievment

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Sharing this from my #iPadOS17 thanks to @apple! A bit belated with all that has been going on lately but I’m really enjoying using an iPad to improve how I work, stay organized, and find new ways to be creative. Can I just say that editing video on an iPad instead of a phone is a game changer!

Recently, I attended an event at the gorgeous Apple Carnegie Library hosted by @flourishplanner_ to learn ways to make the most of #iOS17 and it was awesome. I brought my new iPad and learned about the new wallpaper, stickers, and organizing tools.

As for my look, the dress is from @bananarepublic’s summer collection. Kept it comfy with a pair of Samba sneakers and held down the volume of the dress with my black recycled leather @ganni crossbody. Added an old @_jennybird link necklace and a silver cuff I’ve had since the ‘90s.

#todayatapple #genxstyle #midsizestyle #midsizefashion #size14 #over40style

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I love an excuse to dress up, especially if it’s for a good cause! This weekend was the @thenewdealcafe Masquer-AID fundraiser to support this independent cafe, art gallery, and live music venue in @cityofgreenbelt.

My family and I have loved going to The New Deal Cafe for all these years. Grabbing coffee with friends, having a meal, seeing an amazing band, participating in an open mic or one of their Reel and Meal events. So @debbiefaye78, our mom, and I got tickets and even chipped in for a plaque from us “Ashpes Girls.” 

Our mom passed before she could attend the event; we asked our like a sister best friend @shellymingram to join us in her place and we had a great time, dancing all night as our mom would have, connecting with neighbors, and supporting a local business we all love so much.

As for the outfit, the dress is @ronnykobo the bag is @ganni and I borrowed both from @renttherunway The shoes I’ve had for years and the gold metal mask I found on Amazon and liked how it could mold to my face and not put pressure on my still-healing eye.

And I know y’all will ask because I received so many DMs this weekend when I shared this event in my Stories… my sister’s dress is from @eshakti she bought it a few years ago and it’s even more gorgeous in person!

#newdealcafe #greenbeltisgreat #onlyingreenbelt #midsizestyle #genxstyle #over40style #greenbeltmd

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