As women over 50, we may never have the same slim figure we did in high school. Some older women do but many of us struggle to lose weight. We often turn to oversized, baggy, and boxy clothes that make us look. . . well. . . big and frumpy. There is nothing wrong with having curves and our aging bodies are beautiful, but these simple tricks may help you look slimmer and give … [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...]
10 Things I’ve Given Up Wearing as an Older Woman
I am now in my seventies and there are items of clothing and other things I have given up wearing because they don’t make sense to me anymore. I have always loved fashion and try to look chic on a budget. Still, as I get older I've given up some things. Watch me talk about what I've given up on YouTube 1. Uncomfortable shoes Older celebrities may wear 6” stilettos … [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 bonified foodie. When I wear leggings, I overeat and can't gauge what I've consumed. I admit that I have zero self-control. Zippers and buttons are what I need to stop me from pigging out. I'm sure … [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 help … [Read more...]
