Fall fashion depends on where you live. Here in Los Angeles, we barely know the difference between seasons. Still, you always want to be prepared for autumn weather and find flattering fashion pieces. As women over 50, it's easy to look like Pillsbury Dough Girls in overly bulky and shapeless clothing. When the weather cools down, I love natural fabrics such as wool, … [Read more...]
How to Create Classy Clothing Color Combinations for Women Over 50
There have been many times my closet looked like a rainbow of colored pieces that were bought or acquired impulsively without any thought. When I wanted to put an outfit together, it was often challenging because nothing really matched. So, when a fire hit our area, and I tossed eighty percent of my clothing out due to smoke contamination, I decided to get smart and put … [Read more...]
JulieMay: Pure Silk and Pima Cotton Lingerie for Sensitive Skin
Finding lingerie that is designed for women who have allergies to synthetics or experience hot flashes is not always easy. JulieMay is a U.K.-based company that offers undergarments and nightwear made with silk and organic Pima cotton. Size range UK 8-18 (approx US 4-14) and 30B-40G/42DD. JulieMay sent me some samples below to review, but I do not have a financial … [Read more...]
The Worst and Best Shoes for Women Over 60: What to Avoid and What to Wear for Happy Feet
I’ve been watching the HBO streaming show “And Just Like That,” which is a continuation of “Sex and the City.” The women in it are facing menopause and aging. If you are not familiar with the show, Jessica Sarah Parker plays Carrie Bradshaw, who is a NYC-based newspaper columnist and fashionista. She adores wearing stiletto shoes and has a huge closet dedicated to them. In … [Read more...]
Best Resort Wear for Women Over 50 in 2026
I traveled to San Jose del Cabo in Baja, Mexico, at the end of March, with my daughter, to research hotels and restaurants for her wedding. My weather app said it would be 75 degrees, so I brought jeans and long-sleeved tops, thinking it might get chilly in the evening. Was I ever wrong? From the moment I got there, I was sweating like a pig. Although the weather was mild, … [Read more...]