On the rare days, we have cold weather here in Los Angeles, I always turn to cashmere sweaters because they are 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 … [Read more...]
The Best Cocktail Dresses for Women Over 50 in 2024
A cocktail dress is an essential item in your wardrobe for parties, weddings, or other special occasions. But, if you are a woman over 50, it isn't always easy to find a dress that is attractive and fits, especially if your figure isn't perfect, like most of us. We have bulges, flabby arms, and other imperfections to cover up. Most dresses in stores are designed for younger … [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 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. Start with classy-looking … [Read more...]
The Most Comfy and Stylish Casual Dresses for Older Women in 2025
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 comfortable dresses that do not look frumpy. I have a few dresses I love to wear around the house because they keep me cool … [Read more...]
How to Dress with French Style Over 50 in 2025
I love the way the women in France dress. They always look so put together, classic, and elegant even in a casual environment. My wardrobe was getting frumpy so I wanted to upgrade my look by adapting some of the French style rules I learned from Parisian fashion mavens. Most of the clothing in my closet was randomly chosen. There were old blouses that no longer fit, … [Read more...]
