Have you found yourself looking frumpy as you age? It's easy to do, especially if you are not going out as much as you used to or simply want to be comfortable. I know that I get into that pattern sometimes. It's easy to throw on a pair of leggings and a sweatshirt, but you can also do it with a little finesse and style. Looking great after 60 isn’t about chasing youth or … [Read more...]
The Timeless Style of a Blazer for Women Over 50
One of my favorite wardrobe items is a well-styled blazer. It can uplevel a casual outfit, add an aura of sophistication for evening wear, or add class and power in a business atmosphere. Blazers are incredibly versatile, but some blazer styles look better than others depending on your body shape. Women over 50 with imperfect bodies will find that blazers hide many … [Read more...]
How to Create Classy Clothing Color Combinations for Women Over 50
There have been many times my closet looked like a rainbow of colored pieces that were bought or acquired impulsively without any thought. When I wanted to put an outfit together, it was often challenging because nothing really matched. So, when a fire hit our area, and I tossed eighty percent of my clothing out due to smoke contamination, I decided to get smart and put … [Read more...]
How Can You Blend Hair Extensions Seamlessly With Short Hair?
Short hair offers style and convenience, but it can limit options for length and volume. Hair extensions solve this, but without proper blending, they can look obvious. The key to a seamless look is matching the cut, color, and texture of the extensions to the natural hair, then styling them to disguise any transition lines. With the right placement and layering, … [Read more...]
The Worst and Best Shoes for Women Over 60: What to Avoid and What to Wear for Happy Feet
I’ve been watching the HBO streaming show “And Just Like That,” which is a continuation of “Sex and the City.” The women in it are facing menopause and aging. If you are not familiar with the show, Jessica Sarah Parker plays Carrie Bradshaw, who is a NYC-based newspaper columnist and fashionista. She adores wearing stiletto shoes and has a huge closet dedicated to them. In … [Read more...]