Most personal care products are mundane, but as we age, certain items make life easier. Menopause brings changes to active women over 50 that can be annoying, such as a pervasive growth of chin hair, accidental leakage, or narly teeth. I’ve been lucky to be relatively healthy at 72. My cholesterol is slightly high, but so far, I haven’t needed meds and can control it with … [Read more...]
Stylish Fall Clothing For Women Over 50 for 2026
Fall fashion depends on where you live. Here in Los Angeles, we barely know the difference between seasons. Still, you always want to be prepared for autumn weather and find flattering fashion pieces. As women over 50, it's easy to look like Pillsbury Dough Girls in overly bulky and shapeless clothing. When the weather cools down, I love natural fabrics such as wool, … [Read more...]
My Story, Our Story: Navigating Menopause Together
To all women in your 50s and 60s, this is about you! My Story: Lost in Perimenopause I’m 58 years old, and I spent more than a decade suffering through symptoms I didn’t even realize were perimenopause. I was told it was “normal” to lose hair, gain 10 pounds overnight (or at least that’s what it felt like!), have sleepless nights, lose my sex drive, lose a tooth, and feel … [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...]
JulieMay: Pure Silk and Pima Cotton Lingerie for Sensitive Skin
Finding lingerie that is designed for women who have allergies to synthetics or experience hot flashes is not always easy. JulieMay is a U.K.-based company that offers undergarments and nightwear made with silk and organic Pima cotton. Size range UK 8-18 (approx US 4-14) and 30B-40G/42DD. JulieMay sent me some samples below to review, but I do not have a financial … [Read more...]