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• What I Wore: Pretty in Pink

  

  Blazer: Vince Camuto ( same color, same style) | Tee: Old Navy | Jeans: Paley Bootcut c/o Jag Jeans | Shoes: Aerosoles c/o Shoebuy | Bracelet: c/o RocksBox |... Read more

  Posted on 28 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• The Ever-changing Landscape of Retail

  

  In 1997 I left my job as assistant manager of a local boutique to work for the apparel company Express. This was back when Express stores had a French theme... Read more

  Posted on 27 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• Allie Update

  I've become quite skilled at typing with one hand. It is a skill I'd gladly trade for never breaking my arm in the first place, but it does give me a bit of a... Read more

  Posted on 27 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• What I Wore: The Not-so Little Black Dress [Sponsored]

  

  Dress: c/o Christopher Banks | Hat: J. Crew Factory ( similar) | Sunglasses: Ray-Ban | Bracelets: c/o RocksBox, Coin Collection, c/o Lifetherapy | Bag: c/o... Read more

  Posted on 26 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• Friday Favorite: Oribe Dry Texturizing Spray

  

  Years ago, there was a big difference between drugstore beauty products and that of department and specialty stores. Consistency, longevity, ingredient list...... Read more

  Posted on 22 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• Ask Allie: Boho Chic with a Bust

  

  I would love to add a more boho vibe to my closet but I'm feeling so stumped where to shop- especially given that I'm carrying some additional weight am big... Read more

  Posted on 21 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• A Life, Replotted: Finding the Edge

  

  "I'm not bound by time" I used to say in my 20s when asked why I didn't wear a watch. Now in my 40s, I still don't wear a timepiece, but to say I'm not connecte... Read more

  Posted on 20 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• What I Wore: Snow Leopard in Spring

  

  Dress: LOFT | Necklace: c/o Sweet Spark | Shoes: Nine West | Bracelet: Had forever ( similar) I recently found this dress on clearance for about $35 and if yo... Read more

  Posted on 18 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• A Weighty Topic

  

  Most of my childhood I was an average size. I was neither thin nor fat, but around 8th grade I realized I wasn't as slim as most of the popular girls. I also... Read more

  Posted on 16 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• Digging on Denim: My Favorite Summer Fashion Trend and How to Wear It

  

  Fashion magazines always show trends before they hit the stores. I can recall freezing in my house; the heat was on but the cold was so intense outside I was... Read more

  Posted on 15 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• Wicked Beauty: Simple Micellar Cleansing Water Review

  

  Most facial cleansing products promise to make quick work of make-up removal. I usually just grab one from a department store beauty counter or drugstore, and... Read more

  Posted on 13 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• Recent Fashion Purchases: Hits and Misses

  

  A few things I have recently purchased or tried, and whether they are winners or losers for my closet: I owned this same blazer in neon yellow when the neon... Read more

  Posted on 12 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• The Best Summer Flat Shoes From Nordstrom [Sponsored]

  

  Many of you have emailed me asking for advice on summer flats; Nordstrom recently reached out to me asking if I could write about their extensive collection of... Read more

  Posted on 11 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• Fat

  For a long time I refused to use the word fat. I was soft, I was curvy, but I felt by saying fat I was calling myself a bad name. But what is that extra softnes... Read more

  Posted on 09 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• What I Wore: Mosaic

  

  Dress: Triste c/o Gwynnie Bee | Shoes: Nine West | Necklace: c/o Sweet Spark | Bag: J. Crew (old - similar) | Bracelet: Had forever ( similar) | Lipstick:... Read more

  Posted on 07 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• Ask Allie: Plus Size Wrap Dresses

  

  You're always saying how flattering and versatile stretchy wrap dresses are. But as a plus sized woman I can't find any. Well I have found a couple but they're... Read more

  Posted on 06 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• What I Wore: Weekend Denim

  

  Jeans: Erin Cuffed Ankle Jean c/o Jag Jeans | Shirt: Banana Republic | Shoes Naturalizer 'Dania' c/o Shoebuy | Bag: Vintage Coach via eBay ( similar) |... Read more

  Posted on 05 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• #ShareTheGood with Goodwill Industries Week

  

  I'm taking a break from outfits and Ask Allie advice posts for a little PSA. This week is Goodwill Industries Week; not only that this year Goodwill of Greater... Read more

  Posted on 03 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• #ThisIs40: I Got an IUD

  

  I started hormonal birth control when I was 18. I lost my virginity and two weeks later I was getting my first pap smear and a prescription for a plastic disc o... Read more

  Posted on 02 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING

• A Night at Rogue 24 with Maynard James Keenan

  

  Last year Karl and I didn't attend a music festival. The arm put a cramp into our capabilities and also our finances. This year, we decided again to not attend ... Read more

  Posted on 01 May 2015 FASHION, SELF EXPRESSION, SHOPPING