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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… Continue Reading Nordstrom Half-Yearly Sale: My Picks for 2024
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… Continue Reading Eff the Crew Socks Trend
The Best Large Bust Swimsuits for Grown Women: 2024 Edition
If you're a grown woman with a large bust, you KNOW why I had to write this post! Google swimsuits for large busts and you'll have plenty of articles, but they feature styles that are no match for grown women breasts who have led adventurous lives. I know myself: The large bust swimwear I wore… Continue Reading The Best Large Bust Swimsuits for Grown Women: 2024 Edition
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Since 2005, Wardrobe Oxygen has offered real-life personal style advice for grown women. Capsule wardrobes, travel guides, inclusive fashion, and the personal style and outfits of Charles Perri, a 40-something working mom and style consultant.
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This is a safe space for grown-ass women who still give a sh*t but have fewer f*cks to give. Wardrobe Oxygen is here to translate the trends and help you know which ones to care about and which to ignore. Regular capsule wardrobes to assist you in having big style with a small closet. Honest reviews of fashion and labels to know which ones deserve your hard-earned money. And how to be stylish on your terms within your available time and lifestyle. I'm so glad to have you here!
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