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Counteract the gray days with cozy colorful clothes! 🌈 This cashmere sweater set is the prettiest teal and I loved how it looked with this candy pink Chesterfield coat. All are from @anntaylor one of my favorite places to shop because Ann has petites over a size 12. Also all of these items are on sale!

While I did receive these clothes as a gift from Ann Taylor I am under no obligation to share with you. This is what I wore to work and when I saw these colors against the green of my building door I had to prop up my phone and capture the color combo!

This sweater is a classic and with the skirt is created a dress effect you can style with tall boots, ankle boots and tights, or dress down with sneakers. I linked to other pieces in this color that would also look dreamy with this skirt, as well as other gorgeous colorful coats.

For reference I am wearing the coat in XL petite and the sweater set in L. I am 5’3” and usually wear a 14/16

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Just got back from a 4-night getaway with my sister @debbiefaye78 at @curacaomarriottbeachresort. It was a last-minute planned trip that ended up being perfect. We weren’t ready to celebrate Thanksgiving without our mom and this escape what just what our hearts needed. 

I’ll be sharing more once I finally unpack my suitcase and organize my photos and thoughts; but I couldn’t not share this picture from yesterday morning. Debbie and I got up early to enjoy some of the day at the resort before flying home to DC. We had the infinity pool to ourselves, finished our books, and relaxed before a long day of travel. 🌴
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It’s hard when you’re petite and most models aren’t; you have no idea how clothes, especially jeans will fit. To promote @universalstandard’s Denim Drive sale, the company sent me two pairs of jeans of my choice. And I chose to make this video to show how they fit on my 5’3” body. I am usually a 14/32 in jeans but at Universal Standard I wear a 12 because they’re super stretchy and generously sized. 

With jeans as low as $35 in sizes 00-40, this is a sale not to be missed. And use code INFS-BFALISON10 for an additional 10% off sitewide!

The Farrah Flare is a favorite because at my height, most flare jeans will lose what makes them special once hemmed. At a 30” inseam these are great with low heels or lug soles.

The Etta is a straight jean with a vintage fit. If in doubt size down. They’re also super stretchy and the 28” inseam (they also come in 31”) works with my boots and sneakers.

While I was provided the apparel in this Reel for free, I was not paid or contracted to create this content. Consider it a PSA for my fellow shorties shopping this fab denim sale!

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Thanks to @talbotsofficial I’m ready for the holidays! #AD

I love Talbots for holiday fashion and this season’s new arrivals do not disappoint. And for Black Friday the entire site is 40% off with free shipping on orders $150+. Until noon, you also receive 50% off 1 regular price item!

I ordered pieces from the Talbots Holiday Collection and found great quality, great style, and great versatility. How cute is the Breton stripe bateau neck with the removable feather cuffs? The metallic plaid patio skirt is so fun, and these two dresses can glam up or dress down with a change of footwear and bag. For reference, I am wearing everything in either XL or 16 petite.

The ivory cords are also Talbots; the black trousers are from last year’s Talbots Holiday Collection showing how Talbots has lasting style. I’ve linked to exact or very similar in my LTK shop. Follow my shop @wardrobe_oxygen on the @shop.ltk app to shop this post and get my exclusive app-only content! https://liketk.it/4oDJF

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@somaintimates makes it easy to shop for a range of personas this holiday season! #AD With gift guides for a range of personality types, you can easily find great gifts for your loved ones. I was drawn to the creative one, loving the rich colorful florals, luxe satin, lace trim, and of course Soma’s iconic Cool Nights sleepwear! Visit Soma’s gift guide for tips on finding the perfect present this holiday season. #SomaGiftGuide #SomaStartsWithMe
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Working on the weekend is far more enjoyable when it’s in my office 💚

Perimenopause and the pandemic and homeschooling made our row home feel even smaller. So when neighbors revitalized an office building in our town center and offered individual offices for rent, I felt it would be good for business and personally. And I kept it when the world opened up and our kid went back to public school because it helps me have a clear start and end to the work day, but also because I created a space I really enjoy.

This weekend I went to the office to shoot some content. And once I was finished I enjoyed just sitting here, watching the light change. I think I may switch the furniture around, switch up the energy. I love that I can do that without consulting another or having another person’s opinions matter.

When you have a family, things go from me to we. I don’t regret leaving Corporate America to do this full time, but I do miss being part of a team. And I missed having an office, a place away from home that’s just for me. 

I wish more communities would offer rental offices like @thegranitebuilding. With reasonably affordable monthly rates, it doesn’t have to just be business owners who get office spaces. It can be a place to work on a hobby or craft, a place to WFH that’s not home, or a place to just read and write and nap undisturbed. A literal room of one’s own. Because sometimes a person needs time to be a me and not a we. 💚
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You’re never too old for a Rory Gilmore sweater… this cotton fisherman sweater is from @llbean and inspired by @marielle.elizabeth I shopped the men’s department for a better size range. The influencer influenced the influencer!

The jeans are @landsend I got last year and I’m glad they brought them back this year in several washes, inseam lengths, and plus sizes. If in doubt, size down. They will shrink in length slightly but not anywhere else, they’re super comfy and stretchy but don’t stretch out. 

Kept the collegiate vibe going with a trucker cap, HOKAs, and my trusty commuter bag for years: the large @dagnedover Dakota backpack!

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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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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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Outfit Posts, Winter · January 6, 2020

Wide Leg Pants with Sneakers and Heels

This article may contain affiliate links; if you click on a shopping link and make a purchase I may receive a commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. 

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While I do wear all the outfits I feature in outfit posts… sometimes there's a little switcheroo.  For this look, I wore it with sneakers and then switched to heels for the photoshoot.  The heels are quite comfortable, but a bit too dressy for hitting Whole Foods!  I also wore this same exact look with sneakers to a family holiday get together. 

You may also like: Tips on how to style wide leg pants

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You've also seen these pants before in this outfit post styled with the matching blazer, and in this post where I shared how I styled them with boots and a black turtleneck.  This is a big reason why I love wide-leg pants – they look great with sneakers and flat shoes but can also glam up with a pair of heels or ankle booties.  As for these specific pants, they're from Banana Republic, come in a variety of colors, are machine washable, and more comfortable than jeans yet look more polished so they get a LOT of wear for both dressy and casual situations.

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The sneakers are from CARIUMA.  I was offered a pair of their handmade sneakers in exchange for a share on Instagram Stories.  I don't do well with gifted shoes, my feet are difficult to fit.  But this sneaker brand sounded so great, I had to try and if great, I wanted to share.  These shoes look cool, but also have ethics. 

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Their canvas, rubber, and leather are all ethically sourced (learn more at this link), their minimal packaging is made from recycled materials and is 100% recyclable, and to make up for the carbon emissions from shipping their sneakers, CARIUMA purchases carbon offsets.  The sneakers are very similar to trendy brands like Vans, which are shoes I love the look of but don't fit my wide, high-volume feet very well.  Even Chucks are uncomfortable.  But these leather sneakers from CARIUMA?  They fit great. 

They are comfy all day, they don't make my arches ache like Chucks, and I like how they're very sleek and low-profile.  CARIUMA has several styles of low-top and high-top sneakers in leather, canvas, and suede in a variety of colors for men and women, they have free US shipping and easy returns. As for the heels, stay tuned as tomorrow I will share a full detailed review on them!

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I have two of these blouses from Chico's, this one and a leopard print one.  They have fantastic drape, like a heavyweight rayon (material is modal, poly, and spandex) and are machine washable.  They do need a steaming or ironing after laundering, but the wrinkles come out easily. 

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I got this blouse a year ago, have washed it at least a half dozen times and it still looks new.  The last time it was on the blog was when I went to Palm Springs, but it has been worn much more than that.  The leopard blouse I'm wearing in this post is the same blouse.  Chico's doesn't have either print right now, but this link shows all the colors and patterns currently in stock.

I remember I went to a fashion event and a friend had these amazing metallic feathery earrings on.  I asked her where she got them and she shared they were by Mignonne Gavigan.  I wrote the name in my Notes app and when I got home I looked up the brand.  I adored almost everything by them… but they were way out of my budget. I am down for spending on a pair of earrings I'll wear all the time. 

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For example, my Jenny Bird ‘Cober' hoops are almost $100 but I wear them at least once a week and have for six months straight.  But over $200 for metallic feather earrings is a lifestyle I wouldn't mind having but do not have.  So when I checked out the New Arrivals at Rent the Runway and saw these I immediately put them in my cart for my next Unlimited delivery.  And they are just as badass as I remembered.  They're super lightweight and catch the light and cause people to stop and comment on them.  I don't plan on returning them any time soon!

The bag is also from Rent the Runway Unlimited.  My favorite way to use RTR right now is to borrow a small everyday bag.  I have a good selection of larger bags and totes in my wardrobe but fewer smaller bags and crossbodies.  I keep all my purse basics in one of my bigger bags and then I just move what is essential when I want to carry light.  Instead of my big wallet, I use a Dagne Dover cardholder to hold cash, ID, a couple cards. 

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For the first decade of my daughter's life, my purse was our lifeline.  Once we got past the need for a diaper bag, I switched to a big purse that could carry wet wipes, a snack, a water bottle, a book and more.  I also was so into “I'm responsible for another human life” mode that my purse held so much “just in case” stuff.  Pain reliever, Band-Aids, safety pins, a tiny pair of scissors and a mini sewing kit, tampons and liners, a protein bar in case I was away and got hungry, multiple lip products, a backup eyeliner in case I cried and messed up my makeup, hand cream, face mist… you get the idea.  And sometime last year I realized I rarely use this stuff, and with my new lifestyle,

I am rarely where I get stuck in a jam and need these things.  I was still living as a city commuter and a mom of a toddler instead of someone who works from home with a relatively self-sufficient tween. So I'm testing out downsizing by renting expensive smaller bags from Rent the Runway Unlimited.  I haven't found one I adore; if I do I can buy it from RTR at a discount, or search for a similar size and shape of bag elsewhere.

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I do like this bag; the closure is cool looking, the bag has a surprising amount of storage and plenty of pockets, the hardware isn't too in your face, it looks expensive yet you can't determine the brand.  But I am not in love so I'll keep it and use it until another one shows up in New Arrivals that catches my eye and I'll switch it out. 

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  1. Dee says

    January 9, 2020 at 10:09 am

    Love your outfit, those colors together! And really like your sneakers, too. I notice they don’t come in different widths. I definitely need a wide, to be comfortable, and I thought you did too. Did they fit snug?
    Thanks!

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    • Alison Gary says

      January 9, 2020 at 10:13 am

      No, they are really roomy! So roomy I worry about those with normal to narrow feet.

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      • Dee says

        January 9, 2020 at 11:36 am

        Thanks so much for your answer! I’ll give them a try!

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  2. LindaR says

    January 6, 2020 at 8:09 pm

    WO2 gals,
    I switched over from my “prepared for anything” bag to crossbody bags and downsized my large wallet to a credit card case. It was tough at first but I realized that I really didn’t need all that stuff. I’m a fan of Brighton handbags (Brighton.com). It’s interesting to me that I’ve never seen any blogger partner with Brighton. I have 7-8 Brighton bags in wonderful shape even though several years old. My latest and most fav is a “Bria” crossbody in a gorgeous peacock blue-green. They have a number of backpack types for those who love that style. I encourage y’all to check out Brighton. Hope my endorsement is ok, Allie.

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    • Alison Gary says

      January 7, 2020 at 1:58 pm

      Totally okay! And I wonder if they have just decided not to go the influencer route. I checked their site and they don’t offer affiliate links to make a commission off promoting them. Some brands, especially established ones with a longtime fanbase like Brighton, occasionally choose to not participate in the influencer scene and I respect that. I had a friend who worked for Brighton and said they treated their staff quite well!

      Reply
  3. Tippy says

    January 6, 2020 at 10:18 am

    Timely as I think I need to buy some pants for a work event coming up! I typically work from home which means casual most days, but I’m going to a meeting. Any tips on hemming so you get the right length so you can wear your pants with flats/sneakers but also with heels?

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    • Alison Gary says

      January 7, 2020 at 1:59 pm

      I recommend bringing both pairs to the tailor. With flat shoes, the trend is to have the pants ALMOST but not quite touching the ground and a break/crease in the front as the pant folds onto the top of your foot. That usually ends up leaving the pant still a great length with up to a 2″ heel.

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  4. laurel says

    January 6, 2020 at 9:46 am

    The earrings are like mini chandeliers!
    https://littleblackdomicile.com/2017/10/26/5-types-of-lighting-for-savvy-first-time-home-owners/

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    • Alison Gary says

      January 7, 2020 at 1:59 pm

      They really are!

      Reply
  5. Linda B says

    January 6, 2020 at 9:26 am

    I like both versions of this outfit on you!

    Those Cariuma shoes sound awesome. I am quite tempted by the Ibi knit sneakers, in black. . . but these days I’m struggling to define my new style of dressing post-retirement and so putting off any purchases until I do.

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    • Alison Gary says

      January 7, 2020 at 2:00 pm

      That makes complete sense, way better than shopping willy-nilly without knowing how it will fit your new life. And congrats on your retirement!

      Reply
      • Linda B says

        January 7, 2020 at 2:58 pm

        Thanks!

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  6. Krista says

    January 6, 2020 at 9:18 am

    Oh my gosh! I didn’t even realize I’m still carrying a “prepared for everything” bag. My biggest reason to carry a backpack is the hands free aspect. It makes using my cane easier. Maybe it’s time for a down grade.

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    • Alison Gary says

      January 7, 2020 at 2:01 pm

      It’s such a hard habit to break. Men run around town with a wallet and little else but somehow we women feel we need to carry the kitchen sink with us at all times. I’ve come to storing more in my car since I’m now usually out and about with it. And you know I love my fanny packs, I also wear them crossbody if I don’t want more bulk at my waist.

      Reply
  7. Melissa says

    January 6, 2020 at 7:19 am

    I can relate about the “current lifestyle” bag choices….My daughters, who are both mothers of toddlers (and a new grandbaby due Wed!), have taken the backpack route for the daily must haves, and they are stuffed! As for me, I started carrying a crossbody about 4 years ago when carrying a purse just became too much for my fibromyalgia. I adore my crossbodys! Hands free shopping, distributes weight more easily, and doesn’t overburden one arm or aching shoulder!
    I can see you are having a great deal of fun with the RTR!

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    • Alison Gary says

      January 7, 2020 at 2:02 pm

      RTR has been quite better this go round! They just received my most recent return and I ordered some warmer weather pieces for my upcoming trip to Palm Springs! And three cheers for crossbodies!

      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!

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I’ve been an election judge (AKA poll worker) for several years but this year I decided to take it a step further and join my city’s Board of Elections. I’m passionate about fair and accessible elections for all. The Board is acting as election judges for early voting so it’s great to use my previous experience on a city level!

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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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