My mother loved to iron. She even ironed sheets. But I didn’t inherit her love of it. I mostly wear no-iron clothes but that isn’t always possible. If I can find a way to avoid taking out my ironing board that doesn’t require sending my clothes to the dry cleaner, then I am happy. Hilife asked me to try out their handheld garment steamer so I thought I would give it a … [Read more...]
10 Things I’ve Given Up Wearing as an Older Woman
I am now in my seventies and have given up wearing certain fashion items because they don’t make sense to me anymore. I have always loved style and try to look chic on a budget. But, now that I'm older, practicality has become more important. Watch me talk about what I've given up on YouTube 1. Uncomfortable shoes Older celebrities may wear 6” stilettos like Jane … [Read more...]
Leggings: Why I No Longer Wear Them as a Woman Over 50
It's hard not to love wearing leggings because they are super comfy, but as an older woman, they do me more harm than good. The reason? They make me fat. I love to eat and am a bona fide foodie. When I wear leggings, I overeat and can't gauge what I've consumed. In other words, I have zero self-control. Zippers and buttons are what I need to stop me from pigging out. I'm … [Read more...]
Why You Don’t Have to Be Young to Look Like a Fashion Icon
If you are a woman over 50, your age has made you more profound, genuine, sophisticated, and majestic. Like a fine wine, the older you are, the more refined you get. You are never too old to upgrade your style as you age. So why not dress like a fashion icon if it makes you feel good? If you need a little more pizzazz, the tips below will help you add a few refinements to … [Read more...]
Simple Style Rules to Look Fashionable as You Age
Were you fashionable when you were younger, but feel like you've lost your sense of style now that you're older? It may feel harder to determine the best way to dress after your body has changed over the years. Sometimes all you need to do is follow a few basic style rules to make you feel like a million bucks again. Our bodies naturally evolve as we age, but it doesn’t mean … [Read more...]