Latest Purchases: Early Summer 2024
The past few months have been a blur and I realized many things I’ve added to my closet or routine I haven’t shared with you so wanted to do a quick update:
ABLE Clothing Review by a Middle-Aged Midsize Woman
I have been hearing about ABLE Clothing for a long while. A U.S.-based sustainable fashion brand founded in 2010 that offers clothing in sizes XXS-3X, along with leather bags, and jewelry, ABLE is especially popular with Millennial influencers. But would it work for me, a middle-aged, short, soft, midsize woman? I decided to write an…
How to Soften Linen Clothes: 4 Easy Methods
I had a Wardrobe Oxygen reader reach out asking how to soften linen clothes she finds scratchy. She purchased a J. Crew linen sweater that I suggested in this summer getaway capsule wardrobe and loves the sweater, but finds it rough and uncomfortable to wear. Her email: “Last summer, I purchased a J Crew linen…
How to Disguise a Belly in the Summer: 5 Steps to Feeling More Confident and Looking Your Best
Tips on how to disguise a belly in the summer without using Spanx or other compression garments and while staying cool and comfortable.
How Cute Are These Ulla Popken Plus Size Swimsuits?
I am totally impressed by Ulla Popken plus size swimsuits! Great price, great size range, and some really unique and stylish styles and prints! My picks…
The 6 Must-Have Tools For Every Wardrobe
I know I am not the only person who is looking to buy fewer items and have them last longer. The past few years have changed our style and spending habits, and it makes sense from a financial, environmental, and sartorial level to buy less and do what you can to make what you buy…
Compression Socks for Women That Don’t Suck
Compression socks don’t have to be ugly to perform. I found the most stylish compression socks for women including wide calf compression socks, natural fiber and sustainable socks, and styles for work, play, and beyond.
Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale: My Picks for 2024
The Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale starts May 22nd and runs through June 2nd. This sale is very similar to the July Nordstrom Anniversary Sale in which select items are up to 60% off and it is a mix of last-season clearance and new items you can wear this season. You can shop the entire sale at…
Eff the Crew Socks Trend
Word on the street is no-show socks and ankle socks are OUT. All the cool kids are now wearing at least a quarter crew sock if not higher. My teenager gave me all her ankle socks and now it’s all crew socks (and for where we live, the coolest of crew socks are Nike). But…