Since 2005, Wardrobe Oxygen has been providing fashion advice. Focusing on real-life style for grown-ass women, Alison Gary shares her personal style, reviews of brands and garments, denim hauls, and resources on where to shop for petite fashion over size 10, plus size fashion, bras for large busts, wide width shoes as well as how to style footwear trends, and sustainable style.
Known for its real-life capsule wardrobes that offer inclusive sizing, Wardrobe Oxygen helps you feel stylish, as well as yourself. Work (or work from home), weekend, vacation, and special events, Wardrobe Oxygen is a style destination for women over 40 living on their own terms.
I know I am not the only one who likes the popularity of a jumpsuit. Having the freedom and comfort of pant legs but with the one-step dressing ease of a dress, a jumpsuit is a fun and functional alternative to traditional cocktail attire for women. I’ve been looking at jumpsuits to wear as a… Continue Reading Best Cocktail Jumpsuits for Grown-ass Women
If I know one thing about the Wardrobe Oxygen community is that y’all love v-neck sweaters. Previously a wardrobe standard, v-neck sweaters these days seem less easy to find. Where are the v-neck sweaters? It does seem that crewnecks are taking precedence this season, but there are still plenty of great v-neck sweaters at retailers… Continue Reading Where Are the V-Neck Sweaters for Fall? 40+ Chic Options
A graphic t-shirt has become a wardrobe staple, especially over the past decade. Wearing a graphic t-shirt is a way to express ourselves without saying a word. But not all graphic tees are created equal. Below I share my tips for cool graphic tees for grown women: what types to look for, where to shop… Continue Reading Cool Graphic Tees for Grown-ass Women
When was the last time you were fitted for a bra? If you’re like most of America, the answer is that it’s been far too long. Did you know you should get a bra fitting every six months? Your body is constantly changing due to gravity, age, exercise, weight, and more. Bras, even when properly… Continue Reading A Soma Intimates Bra Fitting: My Experience
One of the questions I get the most is how to manage online purchases and returns. As someone who essentially shops for her job, I do a lot of online shopping, and with it, a lot of returns. I have created systems to manage these purchases to ensure returns are sent back on time, I… Continue Reading How I Manage Online Purchases and Returns
Labor Day weekend has some of the best sales of the year – it’s new product, and it’s often what you actually need, yet it’s the kind of pricing usually seen when brands want to get rid of last season’s merchandise. Below I share my picks of the best Labor Day Weekend sales and some… Continue Reading IMO The Best Labor Day Weekend Sales
While it still may feel like summer where you live, fall is around the corner and retailers are making room for the next season’s fashion by putting summer on sale. The prices are nice, and you may be able to get some wear from these items before the temps drop, but what is worth buying… Continue Reading What Summer Sale Pieces Are Worth Buying Now for Next Year?
So even the President of the United States is encouraging us to head back to the office. After a while working from home, did you forget how to dress for work? Wondering how to look polished and professional when it’s hot out? Here are some great summer work dresses I’ve found lately I just HAD… Continue Reading The Best Summer Work Dresses: 40+ Size-Inclusive Options!
I have now attended Dîner en Blanc on two separate occasions. This is an event that requires some preparation, supplies, and strategy to have a great time and I want to share what we’ve learned and what has worked to help others enjoy Dîner en Blanc. I hope these tips for Dîner en Blanc will… Continue Reading Tips for First Time Dîner en Blanc Attendees