How to stay visible and consistent in your style – a style interview with Patti
Many of you may know Patti already. Originator of the popular Visible Monday where (especially 40+) women celebrate their style every 2nd week, she has been an important voice for the visibility of...
View ArticleHow to dress for a christmas party? From dresses to casual chic
The season of christmas parties is approaching and the inevitable question is what to wear? This is actually not a very easy question to answer because every country and culture is so different and so...
View ArticleFashion Flash: weekly beauty, fashion and health mag for women over 40
Check out the topics for this week’s fashion, beauty and health magazine for women over 40. They include: Exfoliation How to plump aging lips Thanksgiving recipes The beauty benefits of the sweet...
View ArticleTranslate the look: wearing a jacket or cardigan over your shoulders
2 weeks ago I challenged you all to try something new, namely to wear a jacket losely over your shoulders as a cape or to wear an actual cape. This look has been gaining traction lately so I wanted to...
View ArticleDo you believe in dressing ‘age appropriately’ and what does it mean to you?
Strangely enough the topic of age appropriateness is one of the most controversial on this site as it always gets the most polarizing reactions. To some women it implies that we need to conform and...
View ArticleWant to look stylish this Thanksgiving? Enjoy 40% off 40+Style’s style...
This Thursday it’s Thanksgiving in the US and the whole week surrounding it is traditionally a time where many shops offer discounts. They have already started and you can find a list of offers below....
View ArticleCreating a capsule wardrobe for winter – my personal planning process
Since I’m going to spend some more time in Holland this year, I have decided to invest in some new winter clothes. Although that sounds fun, it is not as easy as it seems. After 8 years of almost...
View ArticleHappy Thanksgiving and Thank You!
I’m going to keep it short today as I still have some shopping to do for the winter capsule wardrobe I talked to you about yesterday! But I want to wish all of you in the USA a very happy...
View Article40+ style inspiration: brown leather jacket and coated jeans
I’d like to introduce a new series at 40+Style: 40+ Style inspiration. Often the best way to learn about what looks great after 40 is to look at what works for others. So I like to feature outfits...
View ArticleFashion Flash: your weekly beauty, fashion and health magazine
Fashion Flash is a weekly magazine featuring beauty, fashion and health news especially for women over 40. Have a look at this week’s topics. How to combat a declining libido after 40 Find out how to...
View ArticleTranslate the look for less: black and white houndstooth
One of the major trends for winter 2013 is to wear manly fabrics like herringbone and houndstooth. When worn in a feminine way, they look very sexy and chic! I like the 2 above outfits from the...
View ArticleAre you a fashion Victim or Fashion Fabulous?
Article written by Ann Reinten AICI CIP, creator of the My Private Stylist program: Changing Lives One Wardrobe At A Time The term ‘fashion victim’ was coined by Oscar de la Renta to describe someone...
View ArticleHow to dress the hourglass shape
This is a refresher article on how to dress the hourglass body type. In this part of dressing for your body type series we will have a look at the hourglaas body type. Characteristics of the...
View ArticleWhich are your 10 most popular items from your wardrobe?
Many of you have done my style course (or style challenge) and one of the important questions was: Which are currently the most successful pieces in your wardrobe and why? It’s quite important to know...
View ArticleThis week I love: buckle ankle booties
Ever since I saw the skirts with booties look, I have wanted to wear it, which is why I made the look part of my winter capsule wardrobe. Nice booties are a must for this look and these Balenciaga...
View ArticleAgeless style: skinnies with top and jacket with dolman sleeves
Although I had initially planned to feature only 40+ women in this column, I have changed my mind. Instead I will call this feature ageless style and feature women of any age in looks that are...
View ArticleFashion Flash: your weekly beauty, health and fashion magazine
Welcome to this week’s fashion, beauty and health magazine for women over 40. Here are the topics for this week. How to love the hair you have Hormone disrupters How to prepare and protect your skin...
View ArticleFeeling sexy in lingerie from Honey Birdette
I have not talked a lot about lingerie on this website. Truth is, I’m not much of a lingerie girl. I spend very little money on it and mainly look for comfortable and practical underwear that is...
View ArticleHow do you want to get assisted in shops?
Last week I went shopping for just a little bit, which did not produce any results nor was it particularly enjoyable. One of the reasons being that I was trailed as I was shopping. This is what that...
View ArticleHow to look fabulous and support your local industry – style interview with Ana
Today I’m happy to present Ana to you. You may already be familiar with her since she is an active participant in our dressing challenges. Her clothing is always chic but also very comfortable and...
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