Let’s start from the inside out
Posted on April 13, 2012
Foundation garments. Lingerie. Bras and panties. However you refer to your ‘unmentionables’ it’s time for a little chat about the stuff underneath your pretty clothes. Today there are so many options to help create a smooth silhouette, but hands down, the best investment you can make is a bra that fits and supports. Gravity has not been kind to those of us over 50, so we may need more lift than we might have 20 years ago. You will likely also be surprised to find you need a bigger size. Remember that the band does the “heavy lifting” – otherwise strapless bras could never have been invented! The band should run around your torso on an even level, from under your breasts around the back to under your shoulder blades. If you have bumps popping out above or below your band under your arms or on your back, you are wearing the wrong size. Similarly, your cups should not runneth over. Finally, try a t-shirt bra for a smooth look or a pushup bra for a youthful look. Go see a fitting specialist and get some expert advice. You may find the result is a younger, slimmer look that reflects your sassy nature.
Welcome to Style on Purpose
Posted on April 7, 2012
Why ‘Style on Purpose’?
Remember when you were a younger woman – perhaps before marriage or children arrived on the scene? Fashion was accessible and, frankly, made just for you. Day to evening, weekends, work – whatever life held, the stores were teeming with outfits just for you.
Then kids came along and your world became all about them. You dressed them carefully and took care of their every need, which left little time for you. Eighteen or 20 years later, the kids are grown and probably capable of dressing themselves!
This is now the most exciting time for you to explore style and fashion! As a confident woman in your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond, you can discover a unique style all your own.
Style on Purpose is a regular blog that reminds you to dress ‘on purpose’ – choose the styles, fabrics, colours and accessories that help you be the very best you can be.
We’re not frumpy – we’re fab! We’re women over 50, loving life.
I look forward to discussing fashion, style, trends and more.
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