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“Age Appropriate” Doesn’t Mean Matronly
Times have changed. Women, now in their 40’s, 50’s and even 60’s and 70’s can find fashionable outfits that are age-appropriate.
Dating Tips for Boomers
Despite the emphasis that our culture places on youth, life experience is a real asset when it comes to dating. Remember, this is your time. You’ve gained perspective and that will make you a great partner!
The No Sorry Zone
How many times a day do you say “I’m sorry?” I was with a friend recently, and we began discussing how often we take responsibility for things that are really out of our control. “I’m sorry your party was rained out.” “I’m sorry you missed the luncheon today.” “I’m sorry but I don’t agree.” “I’m more »
Charla Krupp: Beloved Style Maven & Trusted Advisor
Thanks to Charla Krupp, I now am more conscious of wearing lighter lipstick shades, I have gotten rid of all my longer skirts, and I cut bangs a couple of years ago. When I dress for an event, i think of her “three bling rule,” and I’ve accepted Spanx® as a necessary part of my wardrobe.
How not to look old: Unmatch your wardrobe
Style over 50—it is one of the greatest challenges we have as we age. It is like finding buried treasure when we actually find a pair of jeans that fit right, or an outfit that doesn’t make us look frumpy. We are caught in the middle of looking like a teenager and looking like our more »
Spring 2012 Fashion Colors: Lively & Upbeat
The Spring 2012 palette is brilliantly diverse, including vivid and playful tones, those more soft and breezy, and contemporary takes on classics.
What’s On Your “Stop Doing” List?
It’s funny how a new year brings about new promises. We promise ourselves we are going to eat better, go to the gym more, be more active in our community but when January ends we forget all about our original intentions. It’s hard to follow through with our goals when we aren’t happy and healthy more »
Choosing the Right Bracelet for You
Women have varying wrist lengths. Most are 7 ¼”. Some are smaller, some larger. If you are purchasing a new bracelet or refurbishing a loved piece, here’s how to determine your bracelet size.
Do Vitamin Supplements Cause Cancer?
There recently was a media blast stating that vitamins and minerals may be bad for your health. I have seen similar reporting many times in my 30 years in the nutritional field. Here, I would like to clear up the controversy over supplements, and give my own recommendations.
Make This the Year to Embrace Your Age
Isn’t it time to change how we view aging? Have we created a society of “haves” and “have nots” based not so much on how much we have, but on how much we can spend on looking younger? Have we completely removed any opportunity for a level playing field?
Key steps to turning your New Year’s Resolutions into reality
It’s that time of year again. You make “New Year’s Resolutions” for more money, less weight and greater balance in your life, then you stay committed for a couple of months at best. Why is it so hard to carry those resolutions through the entire year and to achieve success? It’s probably because you don’t more »
6 Tips for Choosing the Right Investment Guidance
Avoid paralysis by analysis. I am extremely particular about whom I choose to listen to, and I suggest you do the same. Here are 6 tips to help you find good financial guidance.
Dream Big–How to Be a 21st Century Visionary
It’s never too late to dream big, even when you are a woman over 50. Marcia Wieder motivates us to become a True Visionary in the second of her series from Dream University. Over 20 years ago, when I began to write and speak about achieving our dreams, I had a big vision. It was more »
Winter Skin Care for Women Over 50
Happy New Year! In the dermatology world, the winter months are the time when our thoughts turn to moisturizers, especially for women over 50. Cold air, low humidity, and indoor heating combine to pull moisture from our skin, making us dry and itchy. In fact, there is a highly technical name for that seasonal dry more »
Tips for Fitness Over 50
Physical activity should be given the same importance as any significant event, especially for middle aged women. Regardless of what exercise you choose, 20-30 minutes, three times a week should be religiously placed into your schedule. Tips for daily activity: Walk on your lunch hour or coffee break (on fowl weather days, do the mall more »
Selecting Earrings to Flatter
What do you think is the most important part of your jewelry wardrobe? Earrings, of course! Earrings do more than just adorn your ears. Well chosen earrings can dangle seductively. They can communicate playfulness. Or they can convey authority, as do these coin shaped onyx stones paired with natural freshwater pearl earrings. They can complete more »
Balancing Yin & Yang: Do You Push or Pause?
Throughout my twenties and most of my thirties, I pushed myself hard. After securing media coverage for a client on the TODAY Show, I barely stopped to breathe before I was pitching their story to National Geographic or lining up a meeting for them with the French Embassy. When it came to generating results, I more »
Filler up!
In my practice, I have many patients who come in for cosmetic consultation because they would like to look younger or less tired. They have heard about Botox and collagen and lasers, but can’t exactly put their finger on what it is that bothers them or what they really want. In many cases, the problem more »
12 Tips for Healthy Digestion
We are entering “holiday” time, which inevitably includes foods that we don’t normally eat. If we have impaired digestion to begin with, these foods can be an additional burden on the body. What does impaired digestion feel like? Belching, bloating, heartburn, constipation, diarrhea or irritable bowel symptoms are all signs of a problem. It is more »
4 Ways to Have Style AND Money
For women over fifty, one of the most important aspects of growing money is creating a positive cash flow. As a woman especially, I like to have nice belongings in my life; I like to wear clothes that I feel good in and that reflect my style and image. I like a home filled with more »
Life After 50: Do You Feel Pretty?
There have been quite a few articles published recently about how people, especially women, “deal with” getting older. I thought some of the articles, and some comments, were a tad too critical of women who want to look attractive as they age. News flash: there’s nothing wrong with wanting to feel pretty. Nothing, no matter more »
Menopause Weight Gain is a Big Deal!
Perhaps in the past, gaining 20 pounds near menopause was considered strictly a cosmetic problem. It’s not. Sure, everyone would like to look great in a swimsuit, but let’s get real; weight gain has serious negative health consequences, both physical and psychological. Women over fifty need to pay attention! Top Ten Menopause Weight Gain Myths: more »
5 Infuriating Fibs About Women Over 50
Almost five years ago I turned 50. I wasn’t shocked… just unsure of what it all meant. It was time for a quick assessment: When did those post-menopausal pounds get attached to my body? What was it my doctor was telling me about being a tad too close to osteopenia (the first step before osteoporosis)? more »
Update Your Fall Wardrobe with Great Jewelry
Dear Gila Leah, This awful economy is draining all the joy out of my fall shopping! How can I update my wardrobe, stay in my budget and still have fun doing it? Sincerely, Girl (I just wanna have fun!) Dear Girl, Fall has definitely arrived. The weather is cooler, and sweaters and boots are making more »
How Not to Look Old: Find the Right Pair of Jeans
“Nothing ages you like elastic waistbands, mommy jeans, high-rise jeans, faded jeans, baggy jeans, embellished jeans, flashing your thong and butt cleavage, exposing your love handles, jeans that are too tight, or your daughter’s jeans.”
