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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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- The Stunning Push-Up: targeted for the DD+ customer gives amazing lift and great shape under fitted knits.

- The Unbelievable Lift Scoop Balconette: sexy, supportive, and so lightweight!

- The Embraceable Wireless: I’ve recommended this wireless bra for large busts for years and was in need for a new one! 

- The Stunning Support Smooth Balconette: this is the perfect t-shirt bra for large busts with padded straps and disappears under knits

- The Stunning Starlet Multi-Way Strapless: recently improved for more support and more comfort, this wireless bra stays put and gives fab shape

I also picked up some of Soma’s iconic Vanishing Edge panties which keep you line-free. The whole Vanishing collection is genius. I loved being able to donate my gently used bras at my local Soma boutique to give to those in need. We all deserve a lift and Soma strives to achieve that. It’s why I’ve been a fan and customer for years and am honored to partner with them. Soma is the perfect fitting bra solution. Visit the link in my bio to shop and to find your local Soma boutique! #SomaPartner #SomaBraFit #SomaStartsWithMe
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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 
Pins as “cufflinks”: vintage

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It was so funny and so quick I couldn’t not share! I bought this @hulkenbag a year ago and use it all the time. Carting shoot supplies, groceries, packing for road trips, and carting donations. This weekend @thenewdealcafe in @cityofgreenbelt hosted a community clothing swap so I made sure my family and I went through our summer wardrobes to gather that which we no longer needed or fit.

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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I had to see… I asked my husband how often he thinks about the Roman Empire, and then asked our 14-year-old 😂
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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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#throwbackthursday to what I wore 10 years ago in September…

A decade ago I was working full time in an office and was promoted to manage a good portion of my department. My blog was doing quite well, I was featured in local and national publications and websites. I was embracing what I felt to be a polished professional with an edgy vibe. Less color, more interesting accessories, and my first semi-designer bag (I still have that leopard print mini M.A.C. In the back of my closet). 

I have come to embrace color and have way less black in my closet now, but a lot of these looks are timeless and I would wear now… just likely with lower heels! 😂

Do you recall what you were wearing a decade ago? How similar is it to how you dress now?

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Lifestyle · September 25, 2021

Weekend Reads #170

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Wearing this sweater from Lane Bryant (unbuttoned last two buttons and did a square knot) and these pants from J. Crew. The lipstick is Tom Ford's Scarlet Rouge which was a GWP with a Sephora order.
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Weekend Reads

Boomers are driving this year's apparel rebound. (Retail Dive)

Why adults should read middle grade books. (Book Riot)

Linda Ronstadt has found another voice. (New Yorker)

How to age gracefully. (New York Times)

How does the Buddhist principle of “The Second Arrow” relate to body image? (Body Positive University)

Instagram insiders reveal its growing TikTok turmoil. (Wired)

26 people told us why they changed from anti-abortion to pro-choice, and you should read this no matter what you believe. (Buzzfeed and Warning: mention of abuse and sexual assault)

With the seasons changing I am even more excited to attend All Things Go next month. The lineup is going to be fun, even if you only know a few of the artists, and it's an outdoor event at one of my favorite music venues!

Goodnight Gen X-er: a bedtime story for the generation that tucked themselves in at night. (Funny-ish)

Did you hear that REI and Athleta are partnering up? (The Curvy Fashionista)

It's time to retire the phrase “Working Mom.” (Romper)

I bought this cardigan sweater because it fit with my daughter's middle school dress code/uniform. Now that we're homeschooling I've returned most of the chinos, polos, and cardigans we purchased… but not this sweater. It's soft and has a great shape. I am now considering getting one for myself!

Inside the world of ‘Pelostoners,' the Peloton superfans who swear by riding while high. (Insider)

I love that so many brands are creating preloved shops within their shops. Two bag brands I adore, Rough & Tumble and Dagne Dover, have both launched preloved shops and it's such a good way to get quality bags secondhand from a reputable source!

Can the booming market for non-alcoholic drinks offer a safe way for non-drinkers to return to the bar? (New Yorker)

The tyranny and misogyny of meal planning. (Burnt Toast)

Thank you for the mention! Over-40 fashion influencers you should follow now. (Taffeta)

I miss my lipstick. (New York Times)

Speaking of which… did you used to wear Clinique's Black Honey? Everything old is new again… (CNN)

Hear/See/Read

For many, January is a time for self-improvement and self-care. For me and my husband, it has always been September. His birthday is this month, it's time for back to school, a time to get back into a routine after the summer, and a time to question that routine. I find myself reading self-help books, changing what I consume and how I move my body. My husband often does this through podcasts.

Four Agreements

This week he sent me a podcast episode of The Four Agreements, which is free on Spotify. I read The Four Agreements back in the '90s, at least I assume I did because I found the book a couple of years ago in my house and donated it to my daughter's elementary school book sale. So I was reluctant to listen to it.

Well, the version on Spotify is about an hour in length so it must be a summarized version of the most important parts of the book. And it was a good listen this week. This book gets a lot of hate because it seems super simple. Be impeccable with your word, don't take anything personally, don't make assumptions, and always do your best. Do these four, and be happy. Easy for you to say if you're not dealing with X, Y, or Z.

But this along with reading Feeling Good, it's not that it will fix things, it just changes your outlook. Life can SUCK things can be HARD and people can be AWFUL. You can't change that, but tweaks to how you react and how you express yourself can make a big difference in how you feel when hard awful sucky things happen and have happened to you. And this recording was a short, easy to digest reminder.

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Season 3 of Sex Education is here and K and I are so psyched. We've already consumed three episodes. We loved this show and raced through the first two seasons quite quickly.

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The third season is a bit… over the top. It's more animated and extreme and slapstick than the past two seasons but I don't care because I positively adore every single character. So well developed and layered and nuanced. And well, Gillian Anderson is a goddess and is the chicest 48-year-old pregnant woman this season.

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Sex Education is on Netflix and is a series about teens at a British high school. It's a beautiful mix of personalities and lifestyles not just of the teens but their teachers, parents, and other adults in their lives. And yep, lots of sexy but somehow watching teens getting it on doesn't feel inappropriate but more… nostaligic.

Peloton Ride of the Week

I couldn't ride my Peloton bike for a week due to back issues but I'm back, baby! I got a free fitting at my local Peloton store (come to find out I had my seat too low), got the go ahead from my chiropractor, and trying to get back into my old groove. One way of doing this is by sharing here my favorite Peloton ride of the week. I know you all don't have Peloton bikes, but this is a form of accountability for me and for those who do ride, I hope you enjoy!

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This week's ride is the first ride I did getting back on the bike: Denis Morton's 20-minute 90s ride from December 22, 2020. It was just what I needed for what was a difficult day.

I was going to a brand event that afternoon, one I was dreading. I was sent activewear to wear and it was not made for a soft curvy body who wore the top of the brand's size range. The shoes I was to wear never arrived. It was my first public influencer event since Lockdown, and I had a feeling I would be the oldest and likely the biggest person there. I decided to do a Christine D'Ercole Reflection Ride that morning to get into a zen ‘I am a badass' mindset but my earbuds didn't connect to the case and weren't charged.

It's hard to reflect when you're in a room in the middle of the house where everyone hears your ride. Earbuds are a necessity. But instead of getting frustrated, I changed rides. Peloton suggested this one from Denis Morton and Peloton did me right.

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The playlist was not full of favorites from the '90s but I knew allllll the lyrics. ‘Intergalactic' always reminds me of Karl, and I was totally rocking out. ‘Hey Jealousy' reminds me of the night I hung out with my DJ friend in the college radio station as he did his late night show. I never liked ‘Walking in Memphis' but listening again made me even more ragey about this white man's view of this historic city. I appreciated having the chance to hear it again and clarify why I hate it. ‘The Distance' began and I was suddenly in my friend's beat-up Ford Escort going through the drive-through at the liquor store in College Park that had the window on the passenger side.

Denis was funny, gave just the right amount of instruction to ensure I kept proper form to not jack up my back again, and he had plenty of lip-synching. If you take this ride and are one to close your eyes during surges, open them up after getting momentum for the first surge during Cake's ‘The Distance.' I did just at the right point and laughed so hard; it kept me finding the class fun when it was its toughest.

The ride helped me let all my stress go and in a different way from a reflection ride, got me in a good headspace. The event still sucked, but I think that bit of stress release and exercise beforehand made everything much better. And I had ‘Hey Jealousy' in my head for DAYS.

For Your Entertainment

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Courtney Barnett has a new album coming out in November, her first since 2018. And to prepare for it, she has launched a single from it called, “Before You Gotta Go.” It's a really charming song about saying goodbye to someone. It's not sad, it's not mad, it's full of heart and understanding.

I know I am not the only one who broke ties with loved ones over the past two years due to politics, social justice, personal beliefs, and seeing differences magnified through stress, isolation, and upheaval. You know it was best to part ways, but you still care for for the individual. After spending most of 2020 just so incredibly angry and that angry accomplishing very little, this song speaks to me.


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  1. Holly says

    September 29, 2021 at 5:01 pm

    Loved the Jane Brody piece. And of course, reading the comments on the NYT is always part of the experience.

    Reply
  2. Hap says

    September 28, 2021 at 5:09 pm

    I have to take issue with the REI Athleta collaboration story. They are so excited to share that they will be size inclusive but only in a quarter of the stores but wait it will be online. So I run over to REI.com (I’ve been a fan for years for my not plus sized teen daughter) hoping to find some cool shorts. Yeah, no.
    searched shorts.
    filtered plus sized.
    regular sized? 170 pairs.
    plus sized? 19 pairs. NINETEEN. And I will point out that 99.9% of those were gym shorts or biker shorts. No hiking shorts, cargo shorts or bermudas.

    Collaboration FAIL. 🙁

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      September 29, 2021 at 10:38 am

      Yeah it does feel like we’re giving a participation trophy for this half-ass effort.

      Reply
  3. Dawn says

    September 25, 2021 at 9:22 pm

    Really cute outfit! Love the sweater knotted.

    Reply
  4. Cassie says

    September 25, 2021 at 3:21 pm

    Oh my god, meal planning. My partner just doesn’t understand the weeks when I’m mentally exhausted and can’t face six nights of working around a picky person while trying to get more veggies into our household. And there are things I love that I could once fall back on that I can just.. never have. It makes me tired to even think about.

    Reply
  5. Anna says

    September 25, 2021 at 1:10 pm

    Returning for a second comment: Although I’ve admired the Four Agreements for a long time, I am still bothered by one part of Don’t Take Anything Personally. The statement “Nothing others do is because of you” is simply not universally true. Sometimes it IS about you. We cannot afford to shrug off what people say or do as irrelevant to us without taking a few moments to reflect. Mature people (like us!) have the skill to do this.

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      September 29, 2021 at 10:43 am

      That is such a good point, Anna!

      Reply
  6. Rebecca says

    September 25, 2021 at 12:24 pm

    Yeah—someone else besides me hates Walking in Memphis!

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      September 29, 2021 at 10:43 am

      LOL!

      Reply
  7. Marsha Banks says

    September 25, 2021 at 12:10 pm

    Oh, my gosh! Sex Education is a riot! That first season…poor Otis and his Kleenex! It took me about three episodes to realize that was Gillian Anderson! There are hardly any taboos left alone on this show! If you think it’s campy now, just wait!

    Reply
  8. Susan L says

    September 25, 2021 at 12:05 pm

    I look forward to your Weekend Reads on Saturday mornings. Thank you for helping to keep me current.

    Reply
  9. GingerR says

    September 25, 2021 at 11:42 am

    Interesting take on meal planning.
    As a Boomer who grew up in the Farm State meal planning falls into the category of something that “I do.”
    Women who had their meals planned were well regarded in my Mother’s social circle. A little bit of planning could save a busy Wife/Mother extra trips to the store, keep her within her food budget and make the challenge of dinner on the table at 6 p.m. everynight easier to manage, particularly if your time at the tennis court was later in the afternoon.
    I thought the author had some good insights, and I will say that Thursday night used to be frozen pizza night at our house because we had Boy Scouts at 7 and the cleaning lady came on Friday so we also needed to get things picked up.
    I think it’s fine to use an app. Personally I subscribe to a couple of magazines that feature weekly menus and use those instead, but that’s not much different than an app.

    I’ll share some advice I received at a wedding shower with some of my Mother’s tennis buddies – “If dinner is going to be late, put on a pot of water to boil. Steam in the kitchen will make everybody think that it’s almost done.”

    Reply
  10. Linda M says

    September 25, 2021 at 11:22 am

    What a riot … I have a tube of black honey, received free as a gift with purchase earlier this summer, before the viral videos. I bet Clinique is sorry about that one. It’s a decent lipstick/balm, but I like Bobbi Brown’s blackberry, a tinted balm, better.

    Reply
  11. Bette says

    September 25, 2021 at 10:24 am

    I read through the How to Age Gracefully NYT piece and thought yes, I love this. But I hadn’t noticed the author — Jane Brody. Her cookbook, the Good Food Book, was the first cookbook my husband I ever bought. We cooked our way through it and still today love many of the recipes. After realizing Jane Brody wrote the piece, it was so much more poignant. She’s 80! She’s using a step stool to reach things! She’s careful not to fall! Her bucket list is complete and she’s content! Wow. I just loved this, thank you!

    Reply
  12. Anna says

    September 25, 2021 at 9:15 am

    Once you de-stressed by doing the Reflection, what DID you wear to the event? Dying to know!

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    • Alison Gary says

      September 29, 2021 at 10:45 am

      I started writing a recap. I wore the brand’s “bra” over my own bra and their leggings with some Soma Vanishing undies underneath to not have everything on display. The color gave me some confidence, but I am tempted to burn the leggings after wearing them for a day!

      Reply
  13. Sherry says

    September 25, 2021 at 8:58 am

    Great post!

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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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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! 

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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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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!

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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 🥵

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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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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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Shuts laptop until Monday… #RehobothBeach

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