Discovering Your Style Identity in your 50s and beyond
Fabafterfifty: boomer style
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Article by Judith Brady “When you say that a woman has style, what you’re really saying is that she’s true to herself” Nicola Maramotti, MaxMara I love this quote, it sums up what style is all about – a confident expression of who you are, a distinct way of dressing that is completely and uniquely YOU – and it’s incredibly powerful. So how do you get some of this power for yourself? When working with clients, style identity is always my starting point. It’s no good me showing them the best styles and colours for them physically, without first finding out what’s going to really gel with their style persona. Have you ever tried something on and although it fits you well and the colour is flattering, you just don’t feel comfortable and think “it’s not me”? That’s a sign that it’s not reflecting your style identity. Women over 50...
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Dresses with Sleeves – Peplums CAN work over 50
Article by Ceri Wheeldon None of us want to look like mutton dressed as lamb, so when it comes to updating our wardrobes we do need to pick and choose our ‘on trend’ pieces carefully. This is why I think a plain peplum dress can instantly update your look, without appearing as though you are trying too hard. This navy dress by Jaeger is simple and elegant and creates a flattering silhouette. It is also great for covering tums. A statement necklace would work well with this dress – and heels are a must. Neutral accessories for a daytime look, with bold. Jaeger peplum dress £125 available from House of Fraser. Fab after Fifty style tip: if wearing to a wedding, choose a wide brimmed hat to balance the look. An alternative dress with sleeves and a peplum is this navy dress with lace by Adrianna papell from John Lewis....
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Dresses with Sleeves – The Bombshell Dress by Katya Wildman
Article by Ceri Wheeldon. I always like to share my ‘finds’ as I am constantly being asked where to buy the best dresses with sleeves. If you are curvy (like me) it can be difficult to find dresses which fit at the waist and don’t gape across the chest. A fabulous dress for women over 50 with curves! The Bombshell dress by Katya Wildman is a faux wrap dress with clever discreet ruching under the arms to provide a great fit across the bust. In fact the ruching makes the dress idea for those who are different sizes on the top and bottom. It has a sweetheart neckline and can be worn ‘off the shoulder’ if you want to create an evening look (as I did here when I wore mine on New Year’s Eve). The dress comes with a useful illustration to show how to wear to get...
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Choosing a style role model over 50 to make clothes shopping easier
Article by Ceri Wheeldon So often when getting together with friends they bemoan the lack of suitable clothes for women over 50 on the high street. One of the things I often suggest is choosing a celebrity style role model from TV and keeping an image of them in mind when shopping for clothes. Choose someone who you think looks good and who who has a similar body shape to yourself – if you choose someone like Lorraine Kelly or Ruth Langsford they will often tweet about what they have been wearing on their programmes that day and do respond to questions about where they bought specific items - and many of the outfits they wear are from high street brands such as Zara and Hobbs and Ruth in particular seems to wear a lot of dresses (with sleeves!) from Phase Eight Many of the female celebrities on our screens have the luxury of...
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Dresses with Sleeves Challenge Day 44 – women over 50 can wear prints
Article by Ceri Wheeldon. A little subtle drama when building your over 50s wardrobe can always add flair. For a little extra style over 50 for Day 44 of the challenge I’ve chosen this Ferrier dress in a dramatic print from Damsel in a Dress. The wavy print has an elongating effect on the body. I love the fresh look of the aqua and white print. The ¾ sleeve is ideal for visually minimising the waist and the round neck is very flattering. Great for spring and summer! Damsel in a Dress Ferrier Print Dress from John Lewis £109
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