Woman to Woman -There are experts in every facet of fashion and style giving us such differing advice as to what works for us as we transition through the different stages of a woman's life.
Sure our bodies change, and sure our skin tone changes and yes we change inside too with the years. But as this happens we develop more of a sense of who we are and what we do and don't like. And, what I am learning as I research this life interest of mine; none of it is wrong. Not if it comes from inside as a reflection of who we are and is an accumulation of the years of experience, of trial and of error. Years of fashion mistakes, mistakes with hairstyling and makeup that doesn't work only defines for us who we are so that we can reflect this through our dress. Because this, at fifty something, is a reflection of our personality.
Still, it is never too late to add to our knowledge and this is what this column is about.
I am given free rein to indulge my thing which is anything to do with fashion, style, shopping, beauty tips and styling tips which translates to giving you - our viewers, the findings of my forays into what works in these areas for midlife women.
Boomers Buying Food for Parents, Cars for Kids "I know I was caught in this situation. Paying a mortgage so my Mother could live in a safe, warm environment while setting my children up on their road to adulthood. I would certainly have more now for my retirement years had I not felt it my responsibility to look after my Mother when my Father died." Rae explains why a recent article caught her attention.
Anti-Age Your Wardrobe Five simple style rules that will help you turn back the clock. Even showing that beige can be beautiful. Gorgeous images that reflect the 'Kate' look rather more than kiwis like to dress but a picture is always worth a thousand words.
Spoil Yourself This Mother's Day Whether you are a Mother, a Cool Auntie, a women who mothers her best friends or adores her pets, women are always helping someone. It's hard wired into us. Spoil yourself by spending the day reading, planting your favourite flowers or visually indulging yourself on Pinterest. Maybe start your first cross stitch - or pick up your camera and capture the day. For our suggestions.....
Find it Hard to Be On Time? Here's why: Robyn Pearce, the Queen of Time explains why some people are always late and others always on time. And...if you are one of the late ones, what you can do to improve your punctuality
Wear mumus? Not so fast. Try hats, colors, bold threads CNN profiled several women who refuse to retire to mumus and drab outfits, instead choosing clothing that would make a bold sartorial statement at any age. The styles these older women are adopting, typify a desire to tailor fashion toward personal interests versus trends
Boost Your Feel Good Approach to Life Our lifestyle and diet in these stress-filled times is often compromised and results in lowered ‘feel good’ serotonin levels within our brain. As a result, many people are overweight, crave sugar and other carbohydrates, experience bouts of depression, get frequent headaches, and have vague muscle aches and pains.
To Market, To Market A perfect way to spend a Saturday or Sunday morning is to visit the local Farmer's Market. For years we visited the local village markets of Europe all the while yearning to buy the same way locally - now we can. Geraldine has listed the local markets in your town in 'Your local networks'. Click on the map for the area you are in and choose Farmer's Markets. If yours is missing, please send it to us
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Woman to Woman -There are experts in every facet of fashion and style giving us such differing advice as to what works for us as we transition through the different stages of a woman's life.
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