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Night and day…

Met three dear friends for an early dinner that went on until after the sun set. Great food and conversation with some great women!

The dress is @adamlippes and I borrowed it from @renttherunway. The bag is @jcrew and a splurge but I regretted not buying it the last time they offered this bag and this color is SO me. I mean, look how great it is with these many years old suede heeled sandals? Meant to be!

This color combination makes me so happy, and this dress was comfy even after a decadent meal. We all deserve to experience comfort and joy with our wardrobes! 💛🩷

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If @thechicks are in town you can bet @debbiefaye78 and I will be there! So when we heard they were coming to @merriweatherpp we were so excited. And their concert did not disappoint. As always, a phenomenal show! If The Chicks come to your neck of the woods I highly recommend you go!

Okay I know you want to know about what we’re wearing! 

My sister’s caftan is from @anthropologie (bought this summer so maybe you can find on resale sites).

I’m wearing a @bananarepublic dress also from this summer with the @universalstandard denim chore jacket and a hat I got from a @madewell collab a year or so ago. I glammed it up with some gold chains and gold drop earrings, but kept it comfy for a night of standing and dancing with @birkenstock sandals.

This was my first big outing since my eye surgery, and with a pocketful of eye drops I felt good (and grateful we splurged for good seats!).

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- 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

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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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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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Outfit Posts, Fall · September 24, 2018

What I Wore Off the Blog

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Welcome to the latest edition of cute things from my closet that didn't get the royal treatment from Photographer Husband!  As a reminder, you can see most of these looks on Instagram and Instagram Stories, but for those who don't use the ‘gram or want the deets on where to get these pieces, here you go!

gaylord national harbor circe winter 2018

Blouse | Pants | Similar Shoes | Earrings | Bracelet (use WARDROBE15 to save 15) | Lipstick

Okay this is a cheat because I did an outfit post with this look.  However, how could I resist sharing a photo of me with some of the cast of the holiday performance that will be taking place this winter at the Gaylord Resort National Harbor.  A few bloggers were invited to get a preview of the holiday spectacle for the venue and then invited to lunch in the resort atrium.

universal standard overalls

Overalls | T-Shirt | Sneakers | Left Earring (smaller version) | Right Earring | Bag | Lipstick

What to wear when you'll be dashing around the cobblestone sidewalks of Georgetown for various events at their shops when it's hot and humid and you're having your period and your hair is not cooperating and you're just not in the right mindspace for such an occasion? Overalls, and try to make it fashion with mismatched earrings.

what to wear to a baseball game what to wear to a baseball game 2

Shirt | Jeans | Shoes | Bag | Earrings | Lipstick

I knew I was going to a Washington Nationals baseball game for a while.  I ordered a super cute t-shirt and a Nats bandana to tie around my neck three weeks in advance.  The t-shirt arrived two days after the game, the bandana still hasn't arrived. I made do with what was in my closet – navy and white stripes and a red lip. The crossbody bag was perfection, the shoes comfy, and the teased-front ponytail with lots of Saints & Sinners hairspray made it so my hair wasn't an issue in the heat and humidity (and that my stylist is on a much-needed vacation and I am desperate for a root touchup and cut).  Back-comb those bangs you're growing out but may bring back, use two barrettes to hold them in place, bring everything into a ponytail and '80s mall bang spray the heck out of the whole head. I love this hairspray, the brand sent it as a gift but I love it more than any other hairspray I have, even Elnett and Forceful 23 and all the other cult favorites. It not only works and truly is brushable out (didn't have to wash or heat treat my hair the next day to have good hair), it's free of talc, gluten, parabens, phthalates, iron oxides, mineral oil, synthetic colors, nut ingredients, palm oil, and aluminum salts. Oh, the brand is also cruelty-free.

universal standard geneva dress

Top (actually a dress hiked up on my hips) | Jeans | Earrings | Shoes | Bag

An organization near and dear to me and my mom's heart wanted volunteers to be in a TV spot they are creating. We headed to the city early one weekday morning to be filmed and if we're used I'll be sure to share it! We were told to wear solid colors. I love the color of my blue Universal Standard Geneva dress (see on the blog in this post) and thought it would be a good choice.  There was a chance I wouldn't have time to go home after the shoot before a blogger event that afternoon so I dressed in case I had to go straight there.  I hiked the dress up on my hips and thanks to the silhouette of the dress, it stays there comfortably and looks purposeful. I paired with skinny ankle jeans and then a bold shoe so it looked more fashion blogger.  Big earrings and a printed bag to complete the look.

marlon at karma by erwin gomez salon

Dress (several years old) | Shoes | Earrings | Bracelet | Lipstick

This is from the blogger event I went to after the shoot… I had about 30 at home before heading back out. It was a Mommies Tea at KARMA by Erwin Gomez salon and day spa, an intimate event with only a handful of influencers. I got my brows reshaped by Erwin Gomez himself and a fantastic blowout by Marlon, seen in this picture with me. I was honored to attend and so impressed by the staff and salon. I'm glad I changed from the jeans and top, but wish I had more time to pull together my hair and makeup before the event as many pictures were taken (I'm only sharing the after photos, dahlink!).  As for the dress, it's years old from a collaboration between Issa and Banana Republic. You can see it on the blog here.

trouve knot dress

Dress | Bag | Earrings | Bracelet | Shoes

Running errand style. I captured this photo in an elevator going up to meet a friend at her office so we could do lunch.  You originally saw this dress in this blog post and it has been a favorite all summer long.

eloquii maxi dress

Dress | Shoes | Earrings (smaller version) | Bag | Sunglasses

Doing my best blogger pose as our Uber shows up. Wore the dress from this blog post out to dinner with my husband in the city, then stopped by Ampeer where Tulani, an R&B singer and harpist was performing. This dress has been in the wash twice and still looks like new (see me wear it on the blog in this post). The front slit makes it easy to walk and do a little Angelina at the Oscars move!

talbots red suit 3 talbots red suit

Jacket | Pants | Camisole | Earrings | Bracelet | Bag | Similar Shoes

My friend Sylvia had her 50th birthday celebration at Alhambra which is located in the iconic St. Regis Washington DC. For this luxe brunch I wore the same pants from this outfit post with my pale pink cami (previously seen here) and the blazer to match the pants (I switched my 12 R for a 14 P).  I hope to photograph this very soon for an actual blog post, but am sharing now since so many asked about this look when I shared it on Instagram Stories. (second photo is by the awesome Emma McAlary who shot my 10th blog anniversary party).

ACS 0328

Jacket | Blouse (vintage from The Edit) | Pants | Shoes | Earrings (smaller version) | Bag

This is also a look I hope to recreate for the blog very soon.  Those who follow me on Instagram are familiar with it. I wore it to a boutique that was hosting a pop-up for Denisa Piatti jewelry. The top has matching wide leg cropped pants.  I bought the set on Etsy years ago and miscalculated my measurements.  I never got rid of it because I just loved it so much.  I wen t to try it on by chance the other week and was excited to see the blouse now fits! The pants are a hair too snug, I'm not really trying to lose weight but I'll keep the pants because this body shape keeps changing and shifting and they may work in the future!

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Comments

  1. L H Carter says

    September 25, 2018 at 5:49 pm

    You look good on duty or off duty.

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      October 2, 2018 at 3:15 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  2. Chris says

    September 24, 2018 at 7:35 pm

    Allie,

    You look so tall next to your Mom and so short next to Marlon. No value judgement intended. It’s just an observation about how much variation there is among humans. Here’s the value judgement – both women’s and men’s clothing designers need to take notice of this!

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      October 2, 2018 at 3:16 pm

      So true, my mom is constantly complaining about the lack of petites and Marlon likely has the same complaints about too-short inseams!

      Reply
  3. Lee says

    September 24, 2018 at 4:01 pm

    Thanks for sharing these with us–so many great looks on you! i kind of want to drive to DC right now to get my hair and brows done–ha, ha (it would only take 2 or days to get there)! Fabulous job!

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      October 2, 2018 at 3:16 pm

      He really is amazing! Though I’m far too low maintenance to even drive an hour for a beauty treatment LOL!

      Reply
  4. RoseAG says

    September 24, 2018 at 9:11 am

    The last two months have been one frizzy hair day after another !

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      October 2, 2018 at 3:17 pm

      Ain’t that the truth!

      Reply

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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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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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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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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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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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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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