As we age and our bodies are not as tight and fit as they were when we were younger, it’s easy to get sloppy about our appearance. We may also collect and hoard items that don’t fit or we never wear that cram up our closets. I’ve always been a fan of minimalism. Classic and timeless wardrobe pieces are essential to looking stylish without taking up much space. I have … [Read more...]
6 Beauty and Fashion Blunders That Make You Look Older
We may be "elderly" over 60, but that doesn’t mean we have to look that way. I wrote a post about how we can look like old ladies in terms of health and fitness, but this post is about how our fashion and beauty choices will also make us look old. Watch my video that describes 6 beauty and fashion mistakes we make as we age. These are highlights from my video. Below … [Read more...]
Cat Slater: Film Accountant to Palm Springs Vintage Clothing Maven
Cat Slater is a Baby Boomer and owner of Iconic Atomic, a unique vintage clothing store in Palm Springs. Her store stocks clothing from the mid-1940s through the early 1980s and has a wide range of women’s and men’s sizes including plus size. I wanted to come out to visit her store but the temperature in Palm Springs was around 124 degrees, so I'll wait until it is cooler. … [Read more...]
Malibu Boho Style: California Dressing for a Cause
I was invited to a private home (mansion) in the Malibu Hills to cover a charity event for Operation Smile. It helps children all over the world who have cleft lips and palates. I wrote a post about the organization on my Los Angeles blog here. The invitation specifically asked that we dress in Malibu Boho. I wasn’t exactly sure what that meant, but I found out after I got … [Read more...]
Women-Owned Beauty/Fashion Brands You Must Try in 2026
Women’s History Month occurs every March, and it’s always a good time to think about women who have made a difference in the world. Some we remember from the past, and others are making big things happen today. As older women, we know how difficult it was for women to succeed when we were growing up in the 60s, 70s, and 80s. Women couldn’t even own a credit card in their … [Read more...]