“You can’t help getting older, but you don’t have to get OLD!” Ageing is not for the weak is it?With age comes a whole sack-load of problems.Everything from the relatively trivial (like saggy knees in shorts) to the serious (ill heath & bereavement.)Life is a challenge that gets more challenging as you live it! As Bette Davis […]
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Oh, I loved wearing this outfit! pleated culottes patterned tights and a Slouchy Knit.It may not be chic, high fashion, edgy or cool BUT, my goodness, it was comfortable and fun to wear. This slouchy, sloppy and easy-going jumper is an old favourite of mine.I’ve had it for years, but never tire of it, and it reappears
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The term Athleisure is everywhere just now, but it can be hard to pull off.Joggers can easily be unflattering, especially if your figure is falling short of perfect…. and whose isn’t? {I can easily look squared off, flat bummed and a little like an ironing board!} Sportswear can also make you look like you are heading off
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More stripes for spring! Mixing stripes is such an easy way to mix prints.Mixing a thick stripe with a thin stripe (HERE) or multi-sized stripes (like THIS POST) works well.Or you can switch the colours, like I have done in this outfit. A simple maxi skirt and long-sleeved top make an interesting combination, and also hide
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There are plenty of “How To” articles online regarding wearing red and mixing colours BUT….At the end of the day, all that really matters is what YOU like and what YOU want to wear. Forget the rules and go with what makes you feel good. Red is one of my favourite colours.It is up there
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What can you do if it’s a bit chilly outside but you really want to get get your legs out and get into the spirit of spring? Denim and Khaki Bareish Legs when it’s ColdHow can you do it without freezing to death?Fake it, of course! The weather here is what I would call “Fresh”
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Bold stripes are a classic spring look, aren’t they?Every year the classic breton (and various other striped items) are announced as the “New Spring Trend!”.Different coloured stripes.Different thickness of stripes.Mixing stripes.Every possible combination! Of course, we all know these trends are far from new but stripes are certainly Spring-like, bold and fun.For me, wearing stripes
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Athleisure is a term that has been around for a few years now.What is basically means is cutting about* (a Scottish term for going about your business) in your sportswear. Athleisure is all about being seriously comfortable! BUT… Athleisure has been accused of being the ultimate in lazy dressing and the killer of “real” fashion.Harsh words! I
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Each month Anna, Ann and I are styling a ‘classic’ item and this month it’s the turn of the humble Blazer. This blazer is a cheerful striped fabric that was calling out for some red accessories.A classic combination.So, a cute little brooch and my red clutch came out to play! Blazers can seem very grown-up
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Today I’m wearing a vintage midi skirt over 40 … What is the most awkward (and unflattering) length of skirt?In my opinion it’s the midi! {What is yours?} The midi-length hemline can look seriously frumpy.This vintage midi skirt was originally part of a wedding outfit worn by my (4′ 10″) MIL in the 80’s.{See the
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