I was always a person who loved wearing dresses but started wearing pants because I didn't want to show off my aging knees. I still love a good dress and I’ve found wrap dresses to be the most attractive choice. Diane Von Furstenberg debuted the wrap dress in 1974 and they are still popular fifty years later because they are so figure flattering. They show off your … [Read more...]
The Cosiest Cashmere Sweaters for Older Women in 2024
On the rare days, we have cold weather here in Los Angeles, I always turn to cashmere because it’s soft, comfortable, and luxurious. I'm also a woman over 50, with a muffin top so I don't want to add extra bulk. A cashmere sweater is thinner than other sweaters, is elegant, and keeps you just as warm. The trick to finding a flattering cashmere sweater depends on your body … [Read more...]
The Best Cocktail Dresses for Women Over 50 in 2024
Women love to dress up in elegant cocktail dresses whether it's for a party, wedding, or another festive occasion. Now that the pandemic is waning, there are many special evenings to celebrate. If you are a woman over 50, it isn't always easy to find a party dress that is attractive and fits, especially if your figure isn't perfect, like most of us. We have bulges, flabby … [Read more...]
How to Wear Over 50 Fashion with an Edge
When we were young, our mothers may have worn pumpkin-decorated sweatshirts, baggy moo moos, or anything with an elastic waist. Some of us have emulated them and may look even worse. But, just because we are over 50 doesn’t mean we can’t look fabulous with a stylish edge. By the way, my mother was a fashionista, dressmaker, and loved to shop. . . unlike me. Start with … [Read more...]
The Most Comfy and Stylish Casual Dresses for Older Women in 2024
We all remember our mother's comfy casual dresses when we were young before pants became popular. Some even wore poofy moo moos to cover up their middle-aged bellies. With more women working from home, including older women, it’s not always easy to find dresses that are comfortable that do not look frumpy. I have a few dresses I love to wear around the house because they … [Read more...]