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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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@somaintimates makes it easy to shop for a range of personas this holiday season! #AD With gift guides for a range of personality types, you can easily find great gifts for your loved ones. I was drawn to the creative one, loving the rich colorful florals, luxe satin, lace trim, and of course Soma’s iconic Cool Nights sleepwear! Visit Soma’s gift guide for tips on finding the perfect present this holiday season. #SomaGiftGuide #SomaStartsWithMe
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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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It’s Cozy Season, and @tjmaxx is here to update our wardrobes with stylish accessories and apparel from the best brands for less. #AD

I recently visited tjmaxx.com and was so impressed with the array of elevated designer labels, on-trend looks, and the best prices. This pearl-encrusted beanie is from a woman designer I have admired for years; tjmaxx.com has the matching gloves and other pieces from this label to make a great set for yourself or to gift another. These earrings I’ve seen from the same designer at department stores; in fact I own other earrings from this label and paid much more for them. I should have checked T.J.Maxx first! And this cozy poncho is the perfect layer for late fall in the DC area.

I love how the winter white pieces elevate my existing closet. And pearls can be worn for day or glam up for evening. I can see many ways I’ll be styling these designer accessories from #tjmaxx all season long!

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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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Lifestyle · October 31, 2020

Weekend Reads #129

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a woman dressed as the cowardly lion, young girl dressed as Dorothy Gale, man dressed as a scarecrow holding onto the leash of a small dog
what a difference a year makes…

This has been a year of saying things are fine. So much happening, it's hard to dwell. It's fine, it's fine, we're fine. And we are fine. We're healthy, we're safe, the business had a rough couple of months in the spring but is now back to 2019 numbers, we're fine. And then my kid asked to see photos of our Halloween costumes from previous years and it was such a stark reminder of how things are not fine. This isn't fine. We're not fine.

My kid has an outdoor socially distant event with her Girl Scout troop where she can wear a costume and carve a pumpkin and have fun with friends, but there's no Trick or Treating. We're having over my sister (we're a “quaranteam” with her and my mom) to watch a Halloween movie instead. And we're so lucky to have even those events. So lucky to have a kid of an age where she was starting to feel aged out of Trick or Treating and an age where she understands how important it is to wear a mask and be distanced from friends to keep them and herself safe. But this isn't fine.

If you haven't voted, please vote. And please vote so we can head back to fine, because these past four years on top of the ‘demic and all the issues that we already had as a country is just too much. Just like wearing a mask, don't vote for yourself, vote for others. Because that's the only way we'll head into a fine direction.

Weekend Reads

Beauty brands were quick to tout diversity during summer protests, but the commitment was short-lived. (Fast Company)

Sure, reality TV may feel like a waste of time, but according to these experts, this guilty pleasure can have valuable benefits, too. (Shondaland)

I read this after hearing one of my daughter's teachers mention she is supposed to have 31 kids in the class but has never had more than 20 ever attend at once and several kids have never attended the entire semester. In shelters without Wi-Fi, homeless kids can’t even get online for class. (The Cut)

An interesting journey for a friend of a friend of mine: His prized bass vanished 27 years ago. DC musicians raised money to buy it back. (Washingtonian)

America's unregulated fertility industry offers patients few protections. (Vice)

I saw this article first on Facebook, and shared it on Twitter. I saw many sharing it, justifying the reopening of schools, bars, and restaurants. I think those people are missing critical parts of the article. Masks must be consistently worn, which is utterly impossible if you are drinking or eating. And classrooms can only be occupied for an hour at a time and then aired out – where do the students go during that time, into the hallway? How do they get outside and what do they do in inclement weather? Anyway, if you haven't seen it, it's quite interesting. (El País)

Are you there God? It's me, menopause. (Glamour)

The tempting nostalgia of '90s-era perfume. (Vogue)

How conspiracy theorists co-opted #SavetheChildren to lure suburban moms into Qanon. (Elle)

Meet Violet Sky, the 19-year-old living like it’s 1985. (Tue/Night)

How are audiences adapting to the age of virtual theater? (New Yorker)

What was fun? (Vox)

My friend Tashira wrote a powerful piece about why she chose not to wear a wig when she went through chemotherapy. (Politics & Fashion)

‘Very Nice!': Kazakhstan, Outraged No More, Embraces Borat In New Slogan. (NPR)

If you loved the Demi Lovato song I shared last weekend, you may enjoy this. (Rolling Stone)

I don't usually include two videos into one Weekend Read but by golly, I could NOT not share this one! It's not the greatest ‘Time Warp' in the world, this is just a tribute. Enjoy, and if you haven't already, PLEASE VOTE!

Hear/See/Read

I am still reading So You Want to Talk About Race and it's really good. If you made an attempt to read some of the bestsellers about being anti-racist this summer but didn't finish them, try this book. It's very clear, upfront, and conversational with great ideas on how to redirect conversations, reply back to comments, and question how you see things.

These days it's important to find pleasure in the little things, and one thing my family and I are loving is watching Wheel of Fortune and Jeopardy together. My husband and I both were raised in families that watched both, and like our kid we as children far preferred Wheel to Jeopardy but we watched both and as we got older, appreciated Jeopardy. We turn on the TV a little before 7pm (the time Wheel comes on where we live) and pause it so we can watch it when we're free or after dinner or whatever and be able to fast-forward through commercials.

The show This is Us is back and the season's two-hour premiere definitely brought on the waterworks. This show always makes me cry, but it's nice to have something to give you permission for tears and I've been watching since the first season. I appreciated how they incorporated both BLM and the ‘demic into the script this season. And wow that plot twist at the end took me by surprise!

For Your Entertainment

I may not have enjoyed The Idea of You, a novel which is a bit of fan fiction envisioning a 40-something dating Harry Styles, but I do enjoy Harry Styles. He's talented and creative and stylish and unique and yes, utterly gorgeous. And he came out with new video this week so of COURSE, I had to share! 

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  1. Kaffesoester says

    November 1, 2020 at 3:27 pm

    My fingers are crossed for you Alison, and for your country, on Tuesday!

    Reply
  2. RoseAG says

    November 1, 2020 at 8:28 am

    The Baltimore Sun pops up in my feed sometimes, if you are a corna-virus statistics enthusaist they have good coverage of the Hopkins web site, and there was an article about Baltimore starting up in-person school for certain groups. Children who had attended less school less than 20% of the time were one of the categories. That gave me pause, a child who has shown up less than 20% of the time really isn’t going at all.

    On the advice of my hair stylist, I watched “Hocus Pocus” for Halloween. I’m not sure if I liked it better than my old stand-by Ghostbusters, but it was entertaining.

    Reply
  3. Joanne says

    November 1, 2020 at 4:52 am

    So happy to see Jack and friends taking on the work of my fellow countryman, the fabulous Richard O’Brien, and making it “It’s just a jump to the left, and not a step to the right”! Love it! Can’t stop playing it! Best wishes from New Zealand, Joanne

    Reply
  4. Judy says

    October 31, 2020 at 12:57 pm

    Alison, your friend’s piece about not wearing a wig was very timely for me personally. In 12 days, I’m scheduled to have my head shaved in prep for chemo for a stem cell transplant. The prospect of losing my hair is so hard for me. It feels like I will be wearing my diagnosis in full view. I want to fight my cancer without being viewed as a victim. I have already picked out a wig and several chemo caps. While I can’t see myself going out bald, the article as well as the video clip from Congresswoman Pressley helped me see a different perspective. Thank you for always posting poignant, informative articles.

    Reply
    • Paula Morton says

      October 31, 2020 at 1:54 pm

      Many blessings to as you start this new journey in your life. I have just gone through a series of hospitalizations myself, due to cancer. I had already been suffering with Alopecia, so all the anesthesia only made it worse. I still have hair, but there are patches that will not grow back. My hairline has moved far back on my head, kinda like a man going bald. I will continue to nourish it and try to keep what I have. I too wear wigs, and wish I had the courage to shave it all off, but I do not. It was encouraging seeing the clip of Congresswoman Pressley. Stay strong and stay focused, I will keep you in my prayers. Alison does a great service in keeping her followers interested and informed. Stay safe and God bless.

      Reply
      • Judy says

        November 1, 2020 at 11:53 am

        Paula, thank you for your thoughtful & kind response. Wishing the very best for you.

        Reply
    • Laura says

      October 31, 2020 at 2:07 pm

      Best of luck with your transplant Judy. I wish you ever success. 18 months ago my 40 year old sister was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumour. Her hair nearly reached her bum. She very, very reluctantly cut it to just below her shoulders so her husband could help wash her hair. She considered that very short. Her chemo didn’t cause hair loss, but the radiation treatment did. On one side of her head and smack dab on top. Like bangs area and further back. She refused to cut or shave her remaining hair. Wore caps. And when it grew in, she rocked a lady mullet for months (admittedly she looked insane and that’s said with love). She only cut it short this summer when it was getting too wispy, but the regrowth was nice and thick. Her commitment to what was comfortable for her, what she needed to do to be able to deal outwardly with her illness and not follow society’s expectations of what she should do was inspiring. I wish you every success and don’t let others’ perspectives change you. May you radiate your hope and strength.

      Reply
      • Judy says

        November 1, 2020 at 11:55 am

        Laura, thank you for sharing your sister’s story with me. She’s a true warrior. I appreciate your kind words.

        Reply
    • Shannon says

      November 1, 2020 at 11:27 pm

      Sending positive thoughts your way.

      Reply
      • Judy says

        November 2, 2020 at 4:42 pm

        Thank you! Gratefully accepted!

        Reply
    • Christina Brunk says

      November 2, 2020 at 1:36 pm

      Hello…I completed chemotherapy for breast cancer on May 1. While I applaud your courage, I chose a different path. I used the cold-cap method and, thankfully, kept 90% – 95% of my hair (on my head). Cold-capping involves literally freezing your scalp right before and for a period of time after chemotherapy. The thinking is that the frozen hair follicles are unaffected by the chemo drugs. This approach is not for everyone and people definitely have varying levels of success, but it might be worth researching a bit to see if it is something that might interest you or others. I am proof that it can work.

      Reply
      • Judy says

        November 2, 2020 at 4:45 pm

        Christina,
        Thank you for sharing your information. I have heard about it but did not pursue it because I was told it was quite painful. Did you find that to be true? Also, can you share which cold-cap method you used, thank you in advance.

        Reply
        • Christina Brunk says

          November 2, 2020 at 5:00 pm

          It is more uncomfortable rather than painful. The good news is that your scalp goes numb about 10-15 minutes into the capping but you are cold (your whole body, at least in my case) the whole time. It was tolerable and worth it in my opinion. I used Dignicap. Also good to know is that my insurance did not cover it although I am told that some insurance companies do. And finally, since the hair follicles are not damaged (even if you do lose hair while capping) I have heard that regrowth happens much quicker. Again, all situations are different. I would at least research what the options are in your area. Good luck!!

          Reply
  5. Krista says

    October 31, 2020 at 10:55 am

    Dang those Pearsons… we love This is Us. But I fear the next few seasons will be a tough watch. We lost my mother-in-law to Alzheimer’s in July. We rarely get through an episode without some tears.

    Reply
  6. N says

    October 31, 2020 at 10:11 am

    “It’s not the greatest ‘Time Warp’ in the world, this is just a tribute.”

    Well played, Alison. Well played.

    Reply
  7. Bette says

    October 31, 2020 at 8:56 am

    >>An interesting journey for a friend of a friend of mine: His prized bass vanished 27 years ago. DC musicians raised money to buy it back.

    I hope this makes you laugh — I first read this as his prized fish vanished and some musicians got together to buy it back. A fish? A prized fish? Maybe stuffed? Hanging on a wall in DC? Maybe at a pawn shop? Hahaha!

    Reply
    • Karin says

      October 31, 2020 at 11:53 am

      I did too! I was picturing a lost Billy Bass!

      Wow, that Covid transmission article – I definitely won’t be going to a bar anytime soon I will be sharing this with friends. Thank you.

      Reply
    • Leu2500 says

      October 31, 2020 at 10:09 pm

      Me three

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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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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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Oct 18

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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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Oct 17

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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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Oct 11

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The biggest fashion trend this fall is a return to classics. For decades I have turned to @talbotsofficial for quality classics with style.  This season, Talbots has a fantastic range of pants to update the wardrobe. 

I love how these @talbotsofficial ivory stretch corduroy straight leg pants elevate closet classics! Available in Misses, Petite, Plus, Plus Petite, Curvy, and in 10 colors, these cords are a chic alternative to jeans and just as easy care! I can run errands and have a bit of quiet time with an ebook and a coffee with comfort and style. 

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https://liketk.it/4kFNi #talbots #mytalbots #talbotspartner #ltkover40 #modernclassicstyle #liketkit #ltkover40

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