I love the way the women in France dress. They always look so put together, classic, and elegant even when they are in a casual setting. My wardrobe was getting frumpy after almost 2 years of lockdown and because I'd lost a few pounds, so I decided to upgrade my look by adapting some of the French style rules I learned from Parisian stylists. Up until now, most of the … [Read more...]
How to Look Slimmer in Your Clothes as an Older Woman
If you are a woman over 50 who still has the same slim figure as you did in high school, this post is not for you because you can wear anything. The rest of us, who have extra weight, may need more help. We often turn to oversized, baggy, and boxy clothes that make us look. . . well. . . big and frumpy. But there are simple tricks that can help you look slimmer and … [Read more...]
Why a Capsule Wardrobe is a SMART Fashion Move for Older Women
You may have heard the term “capsule wardrobe” bandied about on the Internet but what is it exactly? The idea which was adopted in the early 1940s was revived in 1970 when a London Boutique owner named Susie Faux encouraged her clients to build their wardrobes by selecting a small number of classic neutral-toned basics that could be mixed, matched, layered and … [Read more...]
What I’ve Given Up Wearing as an Older Woman
I am now in my late sixties and there are certain items of clothing I have given up wearing because they don’t make sense to me anymore. I still love fashion and looking chic even while we have been sequestered in our homes and relegated to casual attire. But even when we are free to socialize and dress up for events, there are still some items I won’t be going back … [Read more...]
Why I am Giving Up Leggings and Elastic Waistbands
Don’t get me wrong. I love leggings and have worn them for years. The same goes for sweatpants and pants with an elastic waist. Who wouldn’t? They are super comfortable. But they have caused undue damage that is partially. . . okay. . . ALL my fault. My problem? They make me eat too much! That’s right! I pack on pounds without even knowing it when I wear … [Read more...]
