What I Wore on a Friday in September

September 2, 2011February 9, 2024

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Blouse – White House Black Market
Belt – Hobo International (similar)
Skirt – Ann Taylor (no longer available online)
Shoes – Nine West (similar)
Bag – LOFT (similar)

Had a late night last night (concert review to come) and feeling it today. The combination of a shrunken wardrobe and no sleep means I end up wearing the same blouse I wore last Friday! Whoops!

What are your plans for the long weekend? We have a couple cookouts, I have a playdate with a friend and her kids, and hope to do a bit of shopping!

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Horrible Pics for Tuesday

I really need to get myself a new mirror and put it in a different room. The problem is the office is not yet finished- you can probably tell from the backgrounds of these pics that it is boxes and stacks of books and randomness. This includes the curtain, which is just a tapestry thumb-tacked…

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Monday

New pants! These were originally $110 but on sale for $49.50 at Ann Taylor. They are charcoal with a gray faint stripe on them and the sort of fabric that can be worn year-round. Nice flat waist with a tab waistband so it doesn’t dig, it doesn’t roll, it doesn’t highlight a muffin top. Hurrah. …

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Monday

Raspberry merino v-neck sweater from Ann Taylor Loft, ivory wool-blend trousers from Ann Taylor, black city boots from Enzo, long strand of pearls from Limited. Hair is second day, blown straight where bedhead had attacked. It looks a mess because I decided to give it an olive oil conditioning treatment the day prior and now…

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Friday: Oct 19, 2007

Ultraviolet knit top from Old Navy (thanks to My Fashion Evolution for letting me know about this steal of a top!), dark “The Flirt” jeans from Old Navy, black city boots from Impo, silver cuff and hoops. Hair was washed and conditioned the night before, a bit of Jonathan Silky Dirt while damp and air…

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Wednesday

Happy Veterans Day everyone. Though we have mainly goverenment clients and are considered a government contractor, my company is open for business, and I am at the office. Lovely rainly Wednesday at that. At least I don’t have any meetings scheduled today – I can catch up from being out last week. Black jersey wrap…

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My Wardrobe Today – Wednesday

Sweater with faux fur collar – LOFTTee – LOFT (similar)Skirt – Ann Taylor (similar)Tights – DKNYShoes – TalbotsTrench – DKNYBag – Sabina (similar)Necklaces – J. Crew, Ann Taylor, Nordstrom Today I didn’t feel like being buttoned up and sucked in. Today is a cardigan sort of day. I just got this one from LOFT and…

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scarls17 says:

December 6, 2011 at 12:41 am

Oooh I love this and would so wear it.

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Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says:

December 6, 2011 at 12:41 am

Thanks Alicia!

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Fashion By Alicia says:

December 6, 2011 at 12:41 am

Love that blouse!

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Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says:

December 6, 2011 at 12:40 am

Thanks Callandra!

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Callandra says:

December 6, 2011 at 12:40 am

Love that blouse so much!

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MJ says:

December 6, 2011 at 12:40 am

You look very fresh faced in the photo. I like your hair this way.

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Allie at Wardrobe Oxygen says:

December 6, 2011 at 12:40 am

Thanks Cynthia!

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I didn’t think the boots were going to work but Bowser hates having his feet wet or cold. Once he got the hang of them he seemed to appreciate them and enjoyed a longer walk! Oscar on the other hand doesn’t mind the snow and would rather be naked rolling in it. 🐾

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I didn’t think the boots were going to work but Bowser hates having his feet wet or cold. Once he got the hang of them he seemed to appreciate them and enjoyed a longer walk! Oscar on the other hand doesn’t mind the snow and would rather be naked rolling in it. 🐾

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

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