I interviewed Jean LeFebvre of Panache Image Consulting about everything from selecting shoes to hair. Learn how to work with trends when they’re not really you’re style, how to camouflage weight gain in the mid-section, and other great tips from these fun videos. Great style over 50 is not so hard to achieve with Jean’s advice.
Makeup Tips for Women Over 50. Jean says “Less is More” the older we get.
Baring my soles. Jean takes a look at the shoes in Susan’s closet and shares tips for selecting the right style.
Camouflaging Weight Gain. Tips on drawing attention away from those areas of your body your least proud of.
Trends, When They’re Not Your Style. How to work trends into your wardrobe, plus a bonus tip for a great clothing investment!
Hairstyles for Women Over 50. Just because you are over 50 doesn’t mean you have to cut your hair!
I like to wear black, but I have auburn hair. What color shoe should I be wearing?
Kathy,
From spending time with my two image-consultant friends Jean LeFebvre and Julie Lara (see her videos on the site, too), I will first say that neither one of them encourages wearing black. They say that black drains the color from your face and makes it look older.
Julie says ” Color is so much more flattering, but black is chic and I love wearing it too sometimes. I’d encourage your reader to find a great bronze metallic shoe/sandal for her wardrobe. Mettalics are still a popular fashion trend and look very nice with black. I’d also like to mention that depending on her body shape she should remember that a black shoe with black pants will really elongate her appearance, creating a more slimming look.
Wearing a scarf similar to her eye color will offset the aging effect of black near her face. ”
Personally, I try to wear a bit of color when I wear black, either in a scarf or a really colorful necklace and earrings. A couple of years ago, my wardrobe was about half black. Now, only about one quarter of what I wear is black, in favor of more vibrant jewel tones. Of course, purple is my favorite color, and I always get compliments when I wear it!
Thanks for asking. I’m sure this is helpful for all of us!
Hugs,
Susan
Kathy, I received this response to your question from Jean LeFebvre.
“Ahhhh, Black Behavior! We all do it, even me. The very best shoe color to wear with any of your neutrals is your hair color. Doing this will pull the viewer’s attention back to the face. If feel you must wear a black shoe, find one with trim in your hair color, a buckle or bow in tortoise would be good for auburn hair. ”
Great advice from Julie and Jean!