Discovering a new brand and the perfect asymmetrical white summer dress
It’s always great to discover a new brand that is right up your alley. One quick look at the Stella Carakasi collection and you will understand why their clothes appeal to me. Lots of asymmetrical...
View ArticleHow to get Carine Roitfeld style + a movie review of Mademoiselle C
I just watched the movie Mademoiselle C about the creation of the CR Fashion book by Carine Roitfeld. Carine Roitfeld was a former model, a consultant and muse for Tom Ford and Gucci and the Vogue...
View ArticleFashion find: Hats at Blueprint
Are you thinking of wearing more hats? They are perfect for any age. Here are some hat makers I recently discovered at a recent tradeshow Blueprint! Karen Morris Millinery (website, instagram,...
View ArticleHow to wear knee-high or 3/4 pants in a casual chic way?
We have come to our last mini challenge in the 40+ Casual Style Challenge. It’s been a fun ride where we have seen lots of great outfits using each of the casual outfit formulas I described here. You...
View ArticleHow to have fun with fashion and style: a style interview with Trina
The name of Trina’s blog, Teatime with Trina, says it all. Her blog feels like a gathering of friends and her colorful outfits represent her warm, outgoing personality. I wanted to know more about...
View ArticleHow to get the perfect eye brows – quick fixes for mature eyebrows
Last week I looked at how to map your eyebrows and determine your perfect eye brow shape. Today, I share a few quick fixes to the most common eyebrow issues women over 40 have. The problem: Vanishing...
View ArticleHighlights from the Oscar de la Renta fashion show in Singapore
The second show I attended at Singapore’s Audi Fashion week was the Oscar de la Renta show. I could not resist getting a closeup look at the designs and gowns of this famous American designer. My...
View ArticleHow to create interesting silhouettes with a long cascading vest. Which of...
You all know how much I love both variety and creating the perfect silhouette. I like asymmetry and creating a nice diagonal line. I also like to create looks that make me look longer and leaner....
View ArticleA fun video, casual style challenge winners and the holiday season!
Denton shared this fun video with me that I’m sure you will enjoy too. It celebrates the beauty of older women just as we are! Enjoy! If you like to see more videos like this, you can support their...
View ArticleHow to wear a skirt in a chic way
A few weeks ago we examined how to wear a skirt in a casual chic way. However, sometimes you just want to be chic without being too casual! The easiest way to do that is to select a fancier top. You...
View ArticleHow to conceal dark circles under your eyes
Covering dark circles under your eyes is the quickest and most effective way to making sure you look and feel gorgeous. Whether it is lack of sleep, genetic or just ageing, concealing dark circles...
View ArticleHow to mix modern and trendy with classic style – a style interview with Angie
It was about time I featured the fabulous Angie, a true 40+ style icon and blogger extraordinaire at YouLookFab. I was very keen to learn more about her minimalistic modern classic style. I’m sure you...
View ArticleCelebrating women with fabulous short gray hairstyles
After my features of long grey hairstyles and middle long grey hairstyles, now it is is the turn of the short grey hairstyles. I’m sure you will agree with me that these pictures prove that short grey...
View ArticleCombining gold with red and white
I showed you my cream outfit with golden accessories not so long ago. Another color combination I really like with gold is red and white and I’m loving the outfit I came up with. This Donna Karan...
View ArticleThe best sunscreens for summer
With the summer and beautiful weather on the horizon, it is time to get serious about sun screens. Our beauty writer Kelly Bilimoria outlines what to look out for and which sunscreens to get....
View ArticleHeels or flats – what looks best?
Do you go into a debate with yourself on wether to wear flats or heels? I do this on a regular basis. Do I go for comfort or a nicer leg line? Am I willing to sacrifice some comfort for a slightly...
View ArticleThe blue green party dress
Happy 4th of July to all my friends and readers in the US! As some of you may know the 4th is also my own birthday. I shared a small glimpse of today’s celebration on my Facebook page and this is what...
View ArticleMy love affair with white continues – how to wear white in a casual chic way
Summer is well and truly here for many of you in the northern hemisphere and nothing screams summer more than white clothes. I love the fresh and clean look of white. I have already shown you may...
View ArticleThe best primers and foundations with spf protection!
Summer has started and you are feeling the heat. Have you checked if you’re wearing enough SPF protection? Do you know if you have enough protection with just your foundation? We all know about...
View ArticleNeutral dresses as worn during a Singapore fashion lunch
After showcasing some of the best printed dresses here and here and as well as colorful dresses, let’s have a look at some more neutral colored dresses as worn during the Singapore fashion lunch. Even...
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