What I Wore: Time for Tights

October 22, 2013June 3, 2014

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I can't believe it, finally it feels like fall! This morning I woke up and could see my breath! Out came the tights for the first time, and I felt quite comfy wearing leather and cashmere!

This bag was bought on clearance last year and I adore it because it can hold EVERYTHING. Lunch, hardcover book, sunglasses and glasses, bills to pay at lunchtime, power cord I need to bring back to the office… you name it, it's in there and the bag doesn't stretch out or look overloaded. Good clearance buy!

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Tuesday through Thursday

Tuesday I wore ivory wool flannel trousers from Talbots, my black tank from Banana Republic, and my block ruffled-trim cardigan from Caslon. I wore a chunky short pearl necklace I bought at Ross back in college. Black city boots. Wednesday, I wore my black trousers from semantiks, my teal shawl-collar merino sweater from Banana Republic,…

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Tuesday

Attire:Ann Taylor – Blue refined tee, silver necklaceGap – White low-slung chinosSofft – Black patent T-strap sandals (sooo comfy!)Silver hoops and cuff Beauty:Estee Lauder – Nutritious Vita-Mineral Makeup in Intensity 3.0Cargo – matte BeachBlush in TenerifeNars – Blush in OrgasmStila – Lip Glaze in Fruit Cake (in the morning)Benefit – Her Glossiness in Next Question…

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Thursday

Coral scoopneck tee from Gap (it’s new and online and only $25 and very nice quality), denim trousers from Gap, two coal glass chip necklaces, silver dangle earrings from nordstrom, silver cuff bracelet, leopard peeptoe heels from BCBGirls. Hair is done curly. Washed and conditioned, then some FrizzEase Dream Curls sprayed in and a bit…

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This Weekend

This Saturday we had a cookout to celebrate our newly married friends. They had a very small, intimate wedding so the bride’s father had an event at his house to include extended family and more friends. Great selection of good food, lots to drink, and plenty of friends. Attire:Old Navy – Green puff sleeve teeAnn…

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20 Comments

save. spend. splurge. says:

October 27, 2013 at 11:18 am

I really like this look, especially the cozy sweater!

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Whitney 'Nic' James says:

October 24, 2013 at 8:41 am

Love this look. I’m actually headed to get some tights today after work…it is indeed time for them! Your look is so perfect for the weather we’ve been having.

~Whitney

http://www.whitneynicjames.com

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Deanna Piercy says:

October 23, 2013 at 11:27 pm

I came to your blog to see if you had a recommendation for tights. Apparently you read my mind. 🙂 Now to see if you have something about a motorcycle jacket for large-busted women…

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racheliacovou says:

October 23, 2013 at 3:18 pm

So, so cute. Want the whole outfit!

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WendyB says:

October 23, 2013 at 12:32 pm

I like a baseball-tee-inspired top lately. I got rid of one a while ago and now I’m regretting it!

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Happinessatmidlife says:

October 23, 2013 at 1:23 am

This is such a cute outfit! Love it!!

Alice

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EmilyD says:

October 22, 2013 at 10:41 pm

I also love the necklace. Allie, please, enough with the awesome things! You’re killing me!

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MJ says:

October 22, 2013 at 9:27 pm

Love that sweater. The necklace looks adorable with it.

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Viktoria says:

October 22, 2013 at 9:02 pm

Love your hair here! I wish my hair would cooperate like this. Its more of a half curly, half straight but frizzy mess.

Viktoria at thelittlebitsblog.com

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Melissa says:

October 22, 2013 at 6:29 pm

Don’t take this the wrong way. But, you look adorable! The hair, and the outfit are cute. I am loving the top especially.

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Diane Stenglein says:

October 22, 2013 at 4:27 pm

Way to rock the curls, Allie! You look fab, as usual!

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Monica H. says:

October 22, 2013 at 3:43 pm

I really love the sweater and necklace together. You look great!

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Lisa S says:

October 22, 2013 at 3:05 pm

Eeeee! I have been searching for a cashmere baseball sweater since Patagonia featured it (for nearly $200) back in 2004 or so. What wonderful serendipity! Off to buy.

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Deb (Real Girl Runway) says:

October 22, 2013 at 2:54 pm

BEAUTIFUL! The curls, the sweater, the skirt, you look fabulous!

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Jennifer says:

October 22, 2013 at 1:52 pm

Loving the hair, and also how happy you are looking lately. I also noticed, when I clicked on the link to the sweater, that the Nordstrom model has copied your outfit — and you wear it much better.

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1. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says:
  
  October 22, 2013 at 1:53 pm
  
  Oh my goodness, it is the same outfit! I bought this sweater… back during the anniversary sale I think and I don’t even recall it being with a skirt, just jeans. Great minds!
  
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Marissa Burdett says:

October 22, 2013 at 1:10 pm

Wow you look stunning. This is such a “chic,” but still approachable outfit! It’s so nice to finally be able to wear FALL clothes.

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Jesspgh of Consume or Consumed says:

October 22, 2013 at 12:23 pm

You look fantastic! And your hair!! I am loving the curls.

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alabee says:

October 22, 2013 at 12:03 pm

I love the necklace! Down the Etsy rabbit hole I go. . .

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1. Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says:
  
  October 22, 2013 at 1:54 pm
  
  Good luck, you can easily lose a whole day over there…
  
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@wardrobe_oxygen on Instagram:

In a room of black gowns, be a rainbow 🌈

Attended a black tie gala with friends, decided to dress not for the male gaze but for the 20-somethings to let them know getting older can be pretty effing awesome.

Dress: custom @paripassushop (rip)
Shoes: years old @vincecamuto
Bag: years old @jcrew
Earrings: @swarovski
Glasses: @zeelool
Rings: one was my dad’s wedding band from his first marriage, the other was a cocktail ring I bought when I worked at @express in the late ‘90s. Folks, store your costume jewelry in ziploc bags and they will last much longer!

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In a room of black gowns, be a rainbow 🌈

Attended a black tie gala with friends, decided to dress not for the male gaze but for the 20-somethings to let them know getting older can be pretty effing awesome.

Dress: custom @paripassushop (rip)
Shoes: years old @vincecamuto
Bag: years old @jcrew
Earrings: @swarovski
Glasses: @zeelool
Rings: one was my dad’s wedding band from his first marriage, the other was a cocktail ring I bought when I worked at @express in the late ‘90s. Folks, store your costume jewelry in ziploc bags and they will last much longer!

Since 2018 I’ve been wearing this @talbotsofficial polka dot ball skirt to host Thanksgiving. There’s no need for a new look for every occasion; if you shop slowly and thoughtfully you can create signature looks that are perfect time and time again.

(We took off 2023 and 2024 due to the passing of my mom; this is our first year back at it)

A long skirt is great when hosting; you don’t have to worry about cute shoes, you’re covered up if you have to crawl under the table to grab a napkin or spill, and hello deep pockets!

I’m thrilled Talbots came out with a very similar skirt this year with the same fun polka dots; comment LINK and I’ll send you the deets (it’s 50% off today and comes in Misses, Petite, Plus, and Plus Petite!)

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Since 2018 I’ve been wearing this @talbotsofficial polka dot ball skirt to host Thanksgiving. There’s no need for a new look for every occasion; if you shop slowly and thoughtfully you can create signature looks that are perfect time and time again.

(We took off 2023 and 2024 due to the passing of my mom; this is our first year back at it)

A long skirt is great when hosting; you don’t have to worry about cute shoes, you’re covered up if you have to crawl under the table to grab a napkin or spill, and hello deep pockets!

I’m thrilled Talbots came out with a very similar skirt this year with the same fun polka dots; comment LINK and I’ll send you the deets (it’s 50% off today and comes in Misses, Petite, Plus, and Plus Petite!)

It’s not stylish or financially savvy to buy a new look for every occasion or every holiday season. I believe in creating a holiday capsule wardrobe of separates you can mix and match for a range of events, wear beyond the season, and look forward to pulling out again next year. Don’t call it wearing the same thing over and over, it’s creating signature style and that is incredibly chic!

This capsule collection is now on sale and from a range of retailers offering quality and reasonable price points. Everything is available up to at least size 18, with much also available in plus size and petite lengths!

Comment LINK and I’ll send the article I wrote about this capsule that has not only the ways to shop this look but also styling tips so you too can have big style with a smaller closet!

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It’s not stylish or financially savvy to buy a new look for every occasion or every holiday season. I believe in creating a holiday capsule wardrobe of separates you can mix and match for a range of events, wear beyond the season, and look forward to pulling out again next year. Don’t call it wearing the same thing over and over, it’s creating signature style and that is incredibly chic!

This capsule collection is now on sale and from a range of retailers offering quality and reasonable price points. Everything is available up to at least size 18, with much also available in plus size and petite lengths!

Comment LINK and I’ll send the article I wrote about this capsule that has not only the ways to shop this look but also styling tips so you too can have big style with a smaller closet!

My legs laugh at most so-called wide calf boots. 16” is not wide calf, and why do so many have wide calves and teeny ankles? Why is it so hard to find wide calf boots that aren’t ugly, janky, or made of chintzy materials? I bought two pairs of the @dolcevita extra wide calf boots and share my experience. Comment LINK and I’ll send you my list of the best truly wide calf boots made from real leather or suede and are incredibly stylish to boot (see what I did there?).

For 20 years I’ve been providing real life style advice for grown-ass women at Wardrobe Oxygen. We all deserve great closets, and I hope this helps my fellow strong fabulous calved friends!

For those curious:
@onequince jeans and sweater
Prada glasses I bought at @lenscrafters
Vintage belt, @mmlafleur earrings

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My legs laugh at most so-called wide calf boots. 16” is not wide calf, and why do so many have wide calves and teeny ankles? Why is it so hard to find wide calf boots that aren’t ugly, janky, or made of chintzy materials? I bought two pairs of the @dolcevita extra wide calf boots and share my experience. Comment LINK and I’ll send you my list of the best truly wide calf boots made from real leather or suede and are incredibly stylish to boot (see what I did there?).

For 20 years I’ve been providing real life style advice for grown-ass women at Wardrobe Oxygen. We all deserve great closets, and I hope this helps my fellow strong fabulous calved friends!

For those curious:
@onequince jeans and sweater
Prada glasses I bought at @lenscrafters
Vintage belt, @mmlafleur earrings

The only way I’m going to survive this season in life and society is to get fresh air and sunshine when possible, move this body, wear color that brings me joy, and find humor in the mundane. Dogs also help, even though Bowser looks embarrassed by my fall fig leaf action! 🍁

Vest, top, and leggings are all @athleta though not all new. Shoes are @brooksrunning Cascadia which come in wide width, sunglasses are @caddis_life prescription & polarized, on my back is my @dagnedover Dakota backpack which I used to ruck books to the little free library then ruck groceries home.

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5yU4t #ltkmidsize #ltkpetite #ltkover40

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The only way I’m going to survive this season in life and society is to get fresh air and sunshine when possible, move this body, wear color that brings me joy, and find humor in the mundane. Dogs also help, even though Bowser looks embarrassed by my fall fig leaf action! 🍁

Vest, top, and leggings are all @athleta though not all new. Shoes are @brooksrunning Cascadia which come in wide width, sunglasses are @caddis_life prescription & polarized, on my back is my @dagnedover Dakota backpack which I used to ruck books to the little free library then ruck groceries home.

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5yU4t #ltkmidsize #ltkpetite #ltkover40

Eff that noise that you MUST toss anything from your closet to be stylish and current. A little restyling can give new life and a fresh look to anything in your closet, including millennial booties.

Want more real life style advice from Wardrobe Oxygen that doesn’t force you to buy new to feel current? Comment LINK and I’ll send you more tips on styling your favorite shoes in a way that is modern, stylish, and likely won’t make you spend an additional dime. 🧡

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Eff that noise that you MUST toss anything from your closet to be stylish and current. A little restyling can give new life and a fresh look to anything in your closet, including millennial booties.

Want more real life style advice from Wardrobe Oxygen that doesn’t force you to buy new to feel current? Comment LINK and I’ll send you more tips on styling your favorite shoes in a way that is modern, stylish, and likely won’t make you spend an additional dime. 🧡

Proud wife and daughter of @usnavy veterans. To all who are in and have been in the U.S. military, thank you for your service. This country exists and is great because of you and your dedication to upholding democracy and protecting our citizens.🇺🇸💙

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Proud wife and daughter of @usnavy veterans. To all who are in and have been in the U.S. military, thank you for your service. This country exists and is great because of you and your dedication to upholding democracy and protecting our citizens.🇺🇸💙

Style comes not from what you have in your closet but how you wear it. All these items have been in my closet a while. Instead of spending time shopping for new, I used that time to play with the pieces and see if I could create a new combination and give a fresh life to my closet.

What’s awesome is these same items are still for sale or else there is a new version this season from the same retailer. Hello shirts made for large busts, petite pants over a size 12, water and sweat resistant jewelry, and chic size inclusive trench coats!

Shirt: @theshirt_rochellebehrens
Sweater: @bananarepublic
Pants: @anntaylor
Bag: @onequince
Glasses: @eyebobs
Necklaces and circle ring: @analuisany
Coat: @universalstandard
Lipcolor: @merit
Sneakers: @adidas

Comment LINK or SHOP to receive a DM with more details on this look including where to shop for these pieces! For reference I’m wearing the shirt and sweater in XL, the coat in XS, and the pants in 16P.

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Style comes not from what you have in your closet but how you wear it. All these items have been in my closet a while. Instead of spending time shopping for new, I used that time to play with the pieces and see if I could create a new combination and give a fresh life to my closet.

What’s awesome is these same items are still for sale or else there is a new version this season from the same retailer. Hello shirts made for large busts, petite pants over a size 12, water and sweat resistant jewelry, and chic size inclusive trench coats!

Shirt: @theshirt_rochellebehrens
Sweater: @bananarepublic
Pants: @anntaylor
Bag: @onequince
Glasses: @eyebobs
Necklaces and circle ring: @analuisany
Coat: @universalstandard
Lipcolor: @merit
Sneakers: @adidas

Comment LINK or SHOP to receive a DM with more details on this look including where to shop for these pieces! For reference I’m wearing the shirt and sweater in XL, the coat in XS, and the pants in 16P.

When I saw this purple color at @anntaylor I couldn’t resist it. And hello petite pants over a size 12! For those who saw my video about dress shoes for wide feet and plantar fasciitis these are the red suede shoes I featured!

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5tJBf

#ltkmidsize #ltkpetite #ltkover40 #thisisann #anntaylor

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When I saw this purple color at @anntaylor I couldn’t resist it. And hello petite pants over a size 12! For those who saw my video about dress shoes for wide feet and plantar fasciitis these are the red suede shoes I featured!

Comment SHOP below to receive a DM with the link to this post on my LTK ⬇ https://liketk.it/5tJBf

#ltkmidsize #ltkpetite #ltkover40 #thisisann #anntaylor

I was so anti the barrel jean trend. Then I got these horseshoe jeans from @gap and can’t stop won’t stop wearing them.

Sweater: @somaintimates
Jeans: @gap (hello petite!)
Sneakers: @veja
Scarf: belonged to my dad
Glasses: Prada (got them at @lenscrafters)
Earrings: @mmlafleur
Bag: vintage @balenciaga but I added a strap from an old @dagnedover bag to make it a crossbody.

If comment LINK, I’ll send you a DM with all the deets to shop this look!

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I was so anti the barrel jean trend. Then I got these horseshoe jeans from @gap and can’t stop won’t stop wearing them.

Sweater: @somaintimates
Jeans: @gap (hello petite!)
Sneakers: @veja
Scarf: belonged to my dad
Glasses: Prada (got them at @lenscrafters)
Earrings: @mmlafleur
Bag: vintage @balenciaga but I added a strap from an old @dagnedover bag to make it a crossbody.

If comment LINK, I’ll send you a DM with all the deets to shop this look!

I’ve been a @zennioptical fan for over a decade. The latest addition to my glasses wardrobe are these yellow square EcoBloomz frames from the Zenni Witchcore collection; SKU# 2045422 the frames are made from recycled materials and 1% of each purchase goes back to the planet. #partnership #zennioptical #ilovemyzennis #zenniglasses

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I’ve been a @zennioptical fan for over a decade. The latest addition to my glasses wardrobe are these yellow square EcoBloomz frames from the Zenni Witchcore collection; SKU# 2045422 the frames are made from recycled materials and 1% of each purchase goes back to the planet. #partnership #zennioptical #ilovemyzennis #zenniglasses

It’s wool blazer season; that period of the year where it’s comfortable wearing one without a coat and not too overly heated inside to keep it on. I decided to have some fun with pattern mixing in shades of blue with a pop of leather.

Blazer: @veronicabeard (it’s one of the jackets you can add dickeys to; I recommend if you’re a 16 to go with the smaller dickey, above go with the larger)
Shirt: @theshirt_rochellebehrens
Jeans: @lovechicos (old)
Belt: old @talbotsofficial scarf
Bag: @onequince
Glasses: @eyebobs
Sneakers: @adidas

Comment SHOP for more details and to shop this look

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It’s wool blazer season; that period of the year where it’s comfortable wearing one without a coat and not too overly heated inside to keep it on. I decided to have some fun with pattern mixing in shades of blue with a pop of leather.

Blazer: @veronicabeard (it’s one of the jackets you can add dickeys to; I recommend if you’re a 16 to go with the smaller dickey, above go with the larger)
Shirt: @theshirt_rochellebehrens
Jeans: @lovechicos (old)
Belt: old @talbotsofficial scarf
Bag: @onequince
Glasses: @eyebobs
Sneakers: @adidas

Comment SHOP for more details and to shop this look

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