SENIOR MOMENT 4 WOMEN

I never gave a thought about necklaces or chokers when I was younger. My image in my mirror showed me that the neck aged long with my face. Now that I am getting  older, I pay more attention to my features and body image. I have started  watching more fashion TV since I have retired.Most of the content on Fashion TV seems cater to young women.  I don't "hate" because  I know some companies concentrate on  marketing to the young because a lot of them spend lots of money and want to be "fashionistas."   I developed this blog so that I can focus on fashion and personal issues for Senior Women. A lot of the women that I know  are 40 plus. They said they do not like the way their neck area looks. They are  wanting to wear cover-ups.The cover ups consist of scarves, dickies, turtleneck tops,  necklaces, and chokers.   I wore lots of turtleneck sweaters and tops until I went through menopause.  I wou...

I am at the age that I still want to look my best but not look like I am in denial.  There is nothing more pathetic than an older woman  wearing make up, hair styles, and clothing  that belong on a 20 year old.  I still color my hair and figure I'll be ready to stop when I am in my 70s.  I have to be careful though.  The texture of your hair and condition of your scalp changes as you get older.  This may be caused by  diabetes, allergies, or thyroid issues.  Most of my  hair is grey so, I had to switch to permanent hair color.  I develop a new allergy every few months; therefore, I have to do the hair color allergy test every time I color. I no longer use shampoo with sulfates and other harmful preservatives. I do a lot if DIY scalp oils  since I have dry scalp issues. The two ingredient scalp oil that has moisturizers is a must.   I am listing videos and web sites with information about hair care...

Ah, the Sixties, when the ponytail was a style that all of us wore often.The ponytail has been updated and revamped many times. One thing for sure this style will always be around.  It is versatile and can used to look classy for evening out or casual on a "Bad Hair Day".   The question for the senior lady is when style of ponytail is appropriate.  We do not want to look like a young girl or a teenager. I have seen older women that wear ponytails on every occasion. I would hate to see a senior lady at a funeral or a black tie affair with a messy ponytail held by a rubber band! Some styles of ponys are meant to be casual.  Here are some ponys that look  alright for a classy senior lady:      HOW TO STYLE PONYTAIL OVER 50 PONYTAIL FOR RECEDING HAIR