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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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Cleaning out my mom’s house my sister and I have found some true gems. She had a whole portion of her file cabinet dedicated to my blogging career which included two copies of @redbookmag from ten years ago this month. 

There was a page where I and other blogger/influencers were featured wearing bright-colored coats. It’s awesome to see how we have all grown and pivoted in the past decade! I tagged those who are on Instagram and allow tagging ❤️
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Outfit Posts, Spring · May 12, 2023

What I Wore Recently: Belated April (and a touch of May)

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What I Wore Recently: Belated April by Wardrobe Oxygen

May is flying, I can't believe I got around to writing about what I wore in April until now! But I think anyone with a student who is heading to the next level of school can relate. My daughter is finishing up middle school and heading to high school so there are so many activities. On top of that, she has been working on her Girl Scout Silver Award and had a piano recital so we've had back-to-back activities. I've blinked and gone from winter to almost Memorial Day! Anyway, some of my outfits in the past few weeks:

What I Wore Recently: Belated April (and a touch of May)

I am sort of categorizing my looks so you can see how I wear the same pieces in different manners. We have The Pants, then The Stripes, then The Color, then All About Town.

All About The Pants: The Madewell Harlow Wide Leg Pant

Madewell Harlow Wide Leg Pant plus size

Let's start with a look that sort of is a continuation of last month's outfit recap. This is the Universal Standard Better Than Wool cardigan I wore several times last month. I am wearing size S. I LOVE this cardigan, I have washed it so many times and it still looks amazing.

With it, I am wearing the Harlow Wide-Leg Pants from Madewell (14 Petite). A member of the Wardrobe Oxygen Community recommended them and I am so glad, I wear them all the time. In fact, I'm wearing them right now as I write this! The bag is the small version of this bucket bag from Portland Leather, and it's a great bag that holds everything. The sandals are Birkenstocks and the perfect pop of color for summer!

Madewell Harlow Wide Leg Pant outfit idea

Same pants, with my Birkenstock Bend sneakers and a cropped striped top I got from J. Crew two years ago. The bag is the Small Vida Tote from Dagne Dover. I've had this bag for a few years now; this exact color isn't available but other colors are!

scarf worn as a belt

Again the Madewell Harlow wide-leg pants and Birkenstock Bend sneakers, but this time with this striped top from Sezane (I sized up to XXL; this runs narrow). The top offers free personalization; I have mine say “Alison.” The scarf at the waist is this scarf from Banana Republic Factory. It's silky and so big it can be used a bunch of ways.

All About the Stripes

striped long sleeve top with jeans

Sticking with stripes, this is an open-weave sweater from Talbots I recommended before and wore last month. I am wearing XL petite. With it are the Farrah flared jeans from Universal Standard (size 12), a pair of Adidas sneakers, and an old GANNI bag (this bag is similar).

striped sweater with pants and blazer

Same sweater, but this time it's with these ponte pants from Universal Standard (XS) and the matching blazer (also XS). And with it, the Birkenstock Bend sneakers I recommend! The hoops are from Baublebar.

yellow stripe top with jeans

MORE STRIPES! Y'all know I am a fan, and stripes really do jazz up an otherwise basic outfit. This top is from MERSEA, I saw it in the spa store when I visited The Greenbrier, but found it on the MERSEA site on sale. It is no longer available in yellow, but they have a blue stripe and solids.

The pants are these jeans from Universal Standard. I distressed them a bit with scissors (tutorial to come) and cut off the hem and cuffed them twice for a beachy vibe. The sandals are these from TEVA which can get wet, and fit my wide feet quite nicely (even contain my little pinky toe which always tries to escape!).

Amazon Breton stripe tee | What I Wore Recently: Belated April

Same jeans and same sandals, but with the Amazon Breton stripe tee I love so much (my favorite breton stripe shirt review at this link). The hat is this hat from FURTALK; it had an adjuster as well as a chin strap and comes in a range of colors.

All About the Color

The Drop Women's Ilana Loose Sleeveless Wide-Hem Poplin Maxi Dress

I've raved about this dress quite a lot, especially over on Facebook. It's this dress, which I previously owned in black. The black was great, but I got a size Large and it was too snug over my bust. This year, I tried it in this fun color in XL and was pleased to find it didn't gape under the arms but gave my bust plenty of room. Again the tomato red Birkenstocks and the Dagne Dover organic cotton tote.

5" Cooling Shorts | What I Wore Recently: Belated April

And underneath the dress, I have my Thigh Society slip shorts! You can read my Thigh Society review here, where I also have a discount code. These are the 5″ Cooling Shorts which are my absolute favorite. They don't roll, don't slide down, and feel like nothing but keep me cool and chafe-free all summer!

best skorts for plus size women

Went for a walk with my sister and she caught this photo. I am wearing this T-Shirt in size Large with this skort in size Large, and this cap from Old Navy. The skort you have seen many times before and was part of my review of the best skorts for grown women. It continues to be a favorite!

green shirt and white pants | What I Wore Recently: Belated April

My mom stopped by my office one day and I had to get a mirror selfie of us together! I am wearing a Chico's no-iron linen shirt from last year (this year's version) with the Universal Standard Etta jeans in size 14 (I always size up with white jeans) and my white Birkenstock Arizonas. And again my Baublebar hoops.

All About Town

Family at The National Theatre in DC

My sister, mom, daughter, and I went to see My Fair Lady on Broadway at The National Theatre in DC. I have a partnership with Broadway at The National where I am able to see shows in exchange for promotion, and this time I was able to bring three guests. Lady date!

ribbed knit dress from LOFT

I wore this ribbed knit dress from LOFT (XL petite). This is a dress that can totally be casual with sneakers and a denim jacket or a pair of sandals and a baseball cap. But I dressed it up with a pair of magenta suede heeled sandals that have been in my closet for several years and matched perfectly. This specific color is on clearance but LOFT has more of the dress in summer colors. My bag is the small TELFAR shopping bag in the color Greenscreen. My necklace is old from Chico's but this necklace achieves a similar effect for a lower price from a brand I trust.

Alison and sister

Our dear friend Tiffany is expecting and her family threw her a lovely coed shower at an historic house on the Chesapeake Bay. My husband captured this photo of me and my sister (she's wearing the dress she mentions in her Miami getaway capsule wardrobe). We look so… us! She's chatting up a new friend, I have my shoes off reading anything I can literally get my hands on!

Natori jumpsuit | What I Wore Recently: Belated April

Natori sent me this jumpsuit and it's so luxe. The photo doesn't show the cool architecture on the top half, or the heavy yet silky cotton fabric. I am wearing an XL. It buttons down the front but the buttons are large and easy to maneuver. With it, I am wearing the same magenta sandals I wore to the theater, my Baublebar hoops, and my vintage Balenciaga city bag, with a crossbody strap I made from paracord.

I always wished this bag had a crossbody strap. I saw an influencer on Instagram with a paracord strap. I went to the online shop she tagged and the cords were well over $100 and none were the colors I really liked. I figured it couldn't be that hard. So I ordered this kit of different colors of paracord and this bag of swivel hooks and sat down with my laptop one evening to watch YouTube tutorials. It's a bit long and I think a thicker strap would be more comfortable long-term but I'm thrilled with the results and carry the bag more often now!

Alison and daughter

I had the chance to see Aladdin the Musical at Broadway at the National and took my daughter. I am wearing these earrings from Simon Miller. They're not cheap, but unlike a paracord crossbody strap, I truly don't think I could make anything similar or find similar for less. They're lightweight and make such a statement!

Alison wearing Natori jumpsuit

And again I wore the same Natori jumpsuit with the same magenta suede heels! If it ain't broke don't fix it, right? I love how this jumpsuit doesn't crease, even when sitting in the heat, and it doesn't cling so it's comfortable as the temps rise.

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  1. Ruffin says

    May 12, 2023 at 6:40 pm

    I love that jumpsuit. It looks great on you. But no way can I pay > $500 for it. Any ideas for similar on a lower budget?

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    • Rebecca says

      May 13, 2023 at 9:47 am

      I feel the same way. I love Natori bras and I’d love to support them with another purchase, but I just sprung for some MM LaFleur and I can’t bring myself to spend $500 on a cotton jumpsuit.

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  2. Rebekah Bryan says

    May 12, 2023 at 1:09 pm

    I also have those Madewell Harlow pants, and as nice as they look, it drives me crazy how fast they wrinkle. I think I just need to remind myself that they’re linen and to deal with it.

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    • Rebecca says

      May 13, 2023 at 9:48 am

      I feel your pain!

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  3. Janine says

    May 12, 2023 at 12:39 pm

    Thanks for the skort pic! I now have a small kid to chase this summer and was just wondering what to wear to update my skort style. Also it’s always so helpful to see US pieces on a petite frame!

    Reply
  4. Bette says

    May 12, 2023 at 9:11 am

    Love the gorgeous pops of color, including in your office! What I really want to buy is … your mom’s jacket! It appears to be the perfect gray-green.

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    • Alison Gary says

      May 12, 2023 at 9:22 am

      I believe she got it at TJ Maxx several years ago. I know there was a Madewell one similar because a couple of years ago she accidentally took another person’s jacket off a coat rack at the hair salon because they looked so alike!

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      • Bette says

        May 12, 2023 at 12:48 pm

        LOL. Off to investigate!

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  5. Nadine Connor says

    May 12, 2023 at 8:35 am

    Hi Alison – Did you have to hem (shorten) the Amazon sleeveless dress? Other petites would like to know! Also, the US Ponte blazer is $25 if you wear a smaller size!

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      May 12, 2023 at 9:22 am

      I didn’t shorten it! Exactly as received!

      Reply
  6. Leu2500 says

    May 12, 2023 at 7:32 am

    Enjoy seeing what you wear each month. When I clicked on some of the links (portland leather purse, BRF scarf, Loft dress) I found they were on sale; probably because it’s Mother’s Day weekend coming up.

    Reply
    • Alison Gary says

      May 12, 2023 at 9:23 am

      Yes! The magenta dress, the leather bucket bag, the scarf, the black ponte blazer are just some of the items on sale this weekend!

      Reply

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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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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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