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Stylish Tops Cover Perfectly, Feel Wonderful
Last weekend, I packed up my spring/summer wardrobe to make room for my fall/winter clothes. Most likely, we'll get a few days of "Indian Summer" before Thanksgiving, but I think it's safe to say the warm, T-shirt weathe
Giveaway Winner Models Her New Necklace
I'd like to introduce Flattering50 readers to Robin. Robin is the winner of the most recent Flattering50 giveaway and is wearing the pretty necklace she chose from the Boyer New York collection. "I'm thrilled with it!" R
Breast Cancer Awareness Month: The Power of Pink
It's easy to tell when it's October, but not because of the orange, yellow and red autumn leaves. Instead, you know it's no longer September when pink accents on garments and other products start popping up everywhere. P
Style Over 50: The Statement Jacket
First, there were the statement necklaces with attention-grabbing designs that added pizzazz to any outfit, even a basic T-shirt and jeans. Then, a couple of years ago, statement skirts made with luxurious and/or texture
New York Fashion Week's Shoe Scene
Earlier this month, I stopped by Lincoln Center to check out the scene. It was New York Fashion Week nd photographers, bloggers and other fashion enthusiasts were gathered to snapped photos of fashion industry people as
Summer-to-Fall Forecast: Silver Grey Sweater Days
I'm glad white has become a color for all season. It's bright, versatile and looks great on lots of women over 50 (think: Carolina Herrera and Elaine Stritch). And yet, when the weather starts to change, I find I'm in t
New York Fashion Week's Plaza Fashion
Earlier this week, I took a half-day off from work and ran over to Lincoln Center, the epicenter of this week’s New York Fashion Week . I knew the scene on the plaza outside the presentation hall would be buzzing. I thou
9 Surprising Things About Bill Cunningham
Photo credit: 92 Street Y Recently, I had the pleasure of attending the “Fashion Icons with Fern Mallis: Bill Cunningham” at the 92 Street Y in New York City. I entered the the auditorium with several expectations. For e
Flattering50 Giveaway: Jewelry from Boyer New York
Editor's Note : This Giveaway has ended. Thanks to all you who participated! What better way to celebrate fall than with a new piece of jewelry? Lisa Harris, design director and brand enthusiast at Boyer New York , would
Still Learning: Quilt Artist Depicts a Textile Laborer
This post may seem a little far-flung for a blog about style choices for women over 50. However, since launching Flattering50 , my interest in fashion and style has grown to include many aspects of the fashion industry,
Giveaway: Sunscreen and Skin Repair in One
While the dear old summer may be ending in just a few weeks, the need to protect your skin from potential sun damage is never-ending. Dermatologists recommend we apply a product with SPF to our skin year-round. Recently,
Still Learning: Quotes by and about Lauren Bacall
I know I'm not alone when I say I've always considered Lauren Bacall--that is, her public persona--an inspiration for women of all ages. From her early days in film, she always projected a woman who was strong, kind and
