Wardrobe Oxygen

1 week ago | wardrobeoxygen.com | Alison Gary

Last weekend I spent at my friend's beach house. Too cold and windy for being at the actual beach for any span of time, we enjoyed an afternoon on her porch, painting color by number canvases one of our friends brought. It was so much fun, and after we hung up our paintings side by side, proud of our work and calmed by an afternoon of focus on something other than a screen. My canvas was of a person who had hiked to the top of a mountain and was admiring the vista; the body was in silhouette.

1 week ago | wardrobeoxygen.com | Alison Gary

I love a denim jacket, the true Jane of All Trades for a closet. It works over a dress, with linen and wool, and can go to many workplaces, and can also be worn when working in the yard or on the car. It can be outerwear, and it can be part of your indoor outfit. Denim jacket trends change over the years but they never fully go out of style. That being said, us grown-ass women have been wearing them for decades and may be looking for an alternative. What makes a denim jacket so great? Versatility.

2 weeks ago | wardrobeoxygen.com | Alison Gary

I apologize for the delay. I like to give fair warning for you to be able to participate in events, but this week has gotten away from me. May 1st is May Day, also known as International Workers' Day. On this day in 2025, protesters across the United States will gather to show solidarity against how the current administration is treating its working class. This is being called the National Day of Action. Learn more at the May Day Strong website.

2 weeks ago | wardrobeoxygen.com | Alison Gary

I am trying to buy less this year. I brought down my summer clothes from the attic and I have enough of everything (except maybe an interesting summer top per my staples for grown women). But with this job, I am always looking to see trends, themes, and inspiration and there are so many good things this summer. Not buying, just admiring…I love awesome prints, and I have always loved Marimekko. I had Marimekko for Target lampshades in my bedroom for the longest time, and then moved one to my office.

2 weeks ago | wardrobeoxygen.com | Alison Gary

How is it already the end of April? January and February felt years long, but this spring is whizzing by. I thought it was just me, and maybe my age, but my daughter also mentioned she feels time is moving super fast. Not too long and it will be summer vacation!I am writing this from the patio of my friend's house in Ocean City, Maryland, where I escaped for a few days. A change of scenery is a great way to press pause and collect yourself.