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Is it just me who does this…you know, especially around this time of year when you are suppose to be out shopping for others…well, I confess, I end up finding lots of goodies for me!
Now, this is something that I would ever admit openly at a social function…however here between “us girls” I feel like I can air my wayward ways.
So, when I read one of this weeks articles from our gang of super bloggers, I was eager to continue this conversation.
Feel free to comment below and don’t miss more on this hot topic and others at this weeks Blogging Boomers Carnival #143 which is being hosted over at So Baby Boomer!
There’s been lots of buzz about Demi Moore on the net lately. First there were nasty comments about her Age defying, wrinkle free ads for her new perfume, “Wanted”.
Then, A Twitter controversy about her possibly airbrushed hips for W magazine.
and just recently she got a cruel response to pictures she posted of herself on Twitter. Demi was told that she looks old.
The gloves are off and she’s fighting mad! ” I’m 47, How am I supposed to look?” she angrily twittered back.
Do you think Demi should have even bothered to respond to comments about how she looks for her age? Has she set herself up for all this by trying to stay so youthful, or are there just a lot of jealous people out there? Some of us think she looks pretty terrific. Tell us what you think.
Felicity Huffman is one buff 40+ gal
You must check out the photos of the Fit and Fabulous over 40 celebrities posted in the NY Daily News.
These gals look Age-mazing, even though we all know that many of them work out like crazy, and have even had cosmetic surgery to help.
Still, we can’t help but look and think, that with some hard work, we might be able to do the same. It got us wondering….
Do you look as fit and fab after 40? If so, how have you managed to do it? We want to hear from you!!
If you’re proud of your 40+ body, please let us in our your secrets for looking so great so we can share it with our readers. We’d love to feature you.
Just send us an email with your photo; tell what you eat, how much you exercise, and anything else you want us to know, and you can be our inspiration for 2010!
What’s worse than dressing too old and frumpy? …Dressing like you’ve shopped in your teenage daughter’s closet! There’s a fine line between looking fabulous or foolish. Here are some Christmas cocktail dresses we found to illustrate the point. (All dresses are from Nordstroms)
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| Red satin is a bold and dazzling choice so be sure to wear it with class.
When you are young and firm you can get away with most anything, but after 40 more coverage up top and a longer length skirt will ensure you don’t end up looking like aging cocktail waitress. |
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| Baby Doll dresses have been popular in the last few years but on a grown up gal will make you look like you are playing dress-up.
You can still enjoy the ruffle look by wearing a dress with simple clean lines and no cutesy short or puffed sleeves. |
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| The draped look can be very elegant if it’s not overdone. Less is more if you are 40, 50, or beyond. |
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| We love these big collar dresses because they can put beautiful emphasis up by your face.
But at midlife you need to keep this look understated. Not too bright, short or exaggerated. Caution: don’t even go near this look if your arms aren’t in good shape! |
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| What gal can’t resist a bit of sparkle, but this mini on the left with it’s winged shoulders will make a woman 40 or better look like an desperate fashion victim.
We prefer the shift on the right with only a hint of shimmer peaking out from behind some sheer material. You can have fun with this trend, but not in a garish way. |
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| Grrr.. need we say more? If you like animal prints you might as well be a sexy cougar, rather than a baby cub. |
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| Pretty in pink? You can be if you choose to express the color in a sophisticated way.
Keep the cut clean, lean and modest. Stay away from the prom queen look. |
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| Bows. They’re tricky but they’re in style.
Forget the strapless, mini style and go for the regal Jackie O style. The tailored bow on the model on the right gives you much more presence and power than a floppy satin one. |
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| There’s a lot of green out there and it looks fabulous this Christmas.
Thin dress straps look lovely on a gal with perfect shoulders and decolletage, but after 40 they are too harsh. Also, avoid youthful fashion statements like these heavy black hose paired with a cocktail dress.
Opt for a dress like this one on the right with its stunning portrait neckline. It flatters most figures, especially 40+ ones that have experienced a little middle age spread because it balances out hips and shoulders. |
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| If you want to go sheer, do it in a tasteful way. Just a hint will do you. Be sure the rest of you is well covered up. |
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Do your clothes feel safe and easy but make you look boring?
Have you lost your sense of identity and style?
The biggest problem we see is that many of us are dressing unconsciously. We’re schlepping around in the same old uninspired “uniform” (the black pants and boring top, the sweatshirt and jeans, whatever!), as if we were on autopilot.
Ladies, this doesn’t make us look Fabulous! It’s absolutely no Fun, and it’s definitely no way to begin 2010!!!!!!
The problem is much deeper than what to wear, as our good friend, Image Consultant Ginger Burr, well knows. It’s rooted in being dissatisfied with your body and your beauty.
Ginger is out to change all this with a fabulous new product we just love called: Who Taught You How to Dress?
Who taught you how to Dress? is a wonderful style system that incorporates a 177 page book, 4 audio CDs, a fashion journal, and support calls, all designed to help you “undress your old beliefs about yourself, recycle your inner beauty and create a fashion statement that is truly your own.”
This is a must read if you want to truly make some changes in the New Year, no matter what your age!! And it makes a super gift for that friends, sister, daughter or mother who has everything. Best of all Ginger has offered it to our readers at a special $15 OFF over the holiday season. Just click here to order and use the code Fabafter40 to get your discount!
Be the stylish woman you were meant to be in 2010!
Shopping for our Christmas cocktail dresses we couldn’t help but notice that Black Lace is a huge trend this holiday season. Here’s a few of our favourites:
| For pear shapes:
This beautiful neckline broadens the shoulders and balances the hips making your bottom look more in proportion with your bust.
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| Tiger Lace:
If you want to look a little more chic than pretty..Love this simple sexy look. The lace is actually underneath the sheer netting that is draped to look like tiger stripes. (Nordstrom) |
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| Elegant:
She almost looks like a ballerina! This is very ladylike and alluring with the lace just at banded waist. Don’t try this look if you are shortwaisted or you will be all band!(Nordstrom) |
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| Romantic:
Very pretty but make sure this isn’t too short on you or it will look like you are wearing a nightie. (Nordstrom) |
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| Pink and Black Lace:
A flirty hinit of pink underneath this easy to wear sheath is great if you wory that all too much black lace will wash you out.(Nordstrom) |
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To accentuate your waist:
The scalloped edging is a gorgeous detail, and we like that the band and bow are not overpowering. (Nordstrom) |
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Stretching is good for you, now you can do it even better!
We might not be able to get to the gym as much as we want, but here is something that you can do at home or when traveling!
NEW PRODUCT ALERT! The Lebert Stretch Strap™! 
We have found a wonderful new fangled gadget that we think many of you will love! If you like to work out at home or just stretch at home, you will want to try the new Equalizer Stretch Strap!
The Lebert Stretch Strap™ was developed with the assistance of two-time Olympian and Master Yoga Instructor, Ann Green. The Lebert Stretch Strap is a simple, yet innovative tool that will assist you in reaching positions more comfortably that may have been previously not possible and, in addition, allow you to hold the stretch longer! Comes with 2 Stretch Straps, carrying pouch, stretch poster and instructional DVD by Ann Green for just $29.99 (USD plus applicable taxes and shipping). It was the editor’s pick on Realage.
To find out more or order, Click Here!
When running around town, we want to make sure that we Glam Gals are super comfortable, but chic too.
Great way to put a little color in your day out!
The answer is simple. A sweater dress, leggings and a pair of boots!
Here is our recipe to pull this look together.
- Find a simple straight sweater dress.
- Add a nice wide hip belt
- Layer it with a scarf or loose long sweater (like a Cozy)
- Make sure to wear dark opaque tights or legging
- Find some nice fitting boots that are either flat or have a short heel. (Zappos.com)
- If you want a smoother look, try a full slip from Spanx
Both dresses shown are from Newport News.
 For a sexier look, this flattering style would look great on most! |
 This boot is from Zappos.com |
Click below for more styles that will fit your body type!
Is it just me who does this…you know, especially around this time of year when you are suppose to be out shopping for others…well, I confess, I end up finding lots of goodies for me!
