I fell in love with this fabulous J.Jill tunic as soon as I saw it! This top was provided by J.Jill. I have a weakness for soft, easy pieces that flow across the body and look great with jeans. If the item can be worn for three seasons, even better! This color is called Gala, which will go with every pair of pants I own. That makes this tunic a very wise purchase. The ankle jeans and the wide silver cuff are both old from Chico's. The boots are old by Ralph Lauren, and the bag is old by Cole Haan, both from T.J.Maxx. Buying classic items with a simple design means that you can wear the pieces for years to come and in many combinations. I will wear this top with white jeans and nude sandals many times this summer. It looks great with most of my scarves and all of my fun cuffs and bracelets. I can also wear it with the sleeves long and layer a jacket or cardigan over it. We moved the furniture around a bit to shoot this short video and take these pictures for you. I hope my tips inspire and help you get dressed with ease.
The Sadie Jacket clean finish button plackets saucy ruffle hem finish medium shoulder width straight cut or A-line option standard length is 24" fabrics Photos shows our new Sadie Jacket in the straight cut, 24" length in C6 - 100% Cotton Fleece - teal **, over our Kali Tunic in hand-printed cotton cambric - Southall Floral C25.3***, and PP50 leggings in Cotton Spandex Jersey - teal *. *if you are requesting this jacket much longer, please check the hip measurements in the garment specs section, you may need to change from straight cut to A-line. Click on the "all fabrics" link below to see swatches and fabric information for all the different prints, colors, and fabrics. Price will vary depending on which fabric you choose. all fabrics size chart The size chart below refers to your body measurements. garment specs Bust / Hip @ 26" down / Bicep (circumference) measurements for this style are: Straight Cut Version 1x- 51"/58"/19 1/2", 2x - 55"/63"/21", 3x - 59"/68"/ 22 1/2", 4x - 63"/74"/24", 5x - 67"/80"/25.25", 6x - 71"/86"/27" A-line Version 1x - 52"/68"/19 3/4", 2x - 56"/72"/21 1/2", 3x - 59"/76"/22 1/2", 4x - 63"/80"/24", 5x - 68"/84"/25 1/4", 6x - 72"/88"/27" *Generally, if you keep the jacket short, the straight cut jacket works on all body types. But if you make it longer, some body shapes with wider hips will require the A-line shape. cut and sew Have your own fabric? Send it to us and we will cut and sew it for you! Our cut and sew charge would be $109. For this style as shown, for sizes 1x - 6x, 3/4 sleeve, you need 2 1/2 yards of 58/60" wide fabric. If you want long sleeves, and/or the jacket any longer, you need 3 yards, possibly more depending on the length. This style works for both stretch and non-stretch fabrics, but it whichever it is, it shouldn't be too stiff.
How to Dress Over 50 and Overweight? Easy and practical style tips and tricks that make you look slimmer while enhancing your best assets.
When you are over the age of ten, can you still fashionably wear a heart on your clothing? The answer is YES, and check out this post to see a great example.
I was recently asked where I buy my cute, trendy clothes to avoid looking like a "frump-a-dump". I'm telling you WHERE I buy them, but more importantly, I'm giving you my SIMPLE 4-STEP (Plus One) OUTFIT BUILDING FORMULA for a sleeker, more ageless style - minus the frump! WHAT I buy and HOW I style it are the secret!
When you are over the age of ten, can you still fashionably wear a heart on your clothing? The answer is YES, and check out this post to see a great example.
It was 78 degrees (25-ish C) here on Sunday when this photo was made. Not a Sunday in the late summery weather of last September, but on this last Sunday, November 30. Yesterday. The high today was 35 degrees (1.6 C). We had the AC on in our car on the way to town on Sunday, but heat blasting on the way in to work this morning. Disconcerting and sort of time-warpy, but pleasant. The unseasonable warmth did give me a chance to go lazy and all easy-peasy and wear my one and only graphic T ... my Audrey Hepburn shirt ... my favorite blazer and a newish red messenger bag. I found the silky little Audrey shirt on sale at Target, (in my size, which rarely happens) and if it was not true love at first sight, it was an infatuation that turned into shirt-love after I slipped it on. And how can one not love an image of Audrey? (The red cursive is supposed to be her signature.) Besides the bag, the rest was a matter of closet shopping some of my favorite dress-up-dress-down coated jeans, shoes and the rest. Guilt free and fun to wear on a lazy Sunday. Below is a better view of the bag. It was a rare pleasure for me to find it on clearance, after I'd zeroed in on it the first time I'd seen it a few weeks ago, but put it right back on the rack after I looked at the original price. This never happens to me. So, I'm pleased. I'd wanted a red bag to sharpen up a lot of darks I'm drawn to this winter, and this functions just fine. Lots of fun compartments, and the drop is a dandy length to sling over the shoulder with a jacket or coat. ~*~*~*~*~ Hair-Color Debacle Drama Update: As predicted, super-stylist Kay did get a massive laugh at my adventure in bright hair color. A great cut helped a lot. It's simmered down with washing and a couple of applications of a warm-red color refreshing glaze. Neat! It's still bright, but I don't mind it so much. And the consistent acquisition of my personal color is no longer an issue. Excellent. I'm no longer unhappy and that is my preferred emotional state, if I get to choose! ~*~*~*~*~ Late as always, I'm heading over to the Snazzy in Blue Karina Dressed Patti for her Special Edition Visible Monday ! You could win a dress from Karina dress and see how a lot of fabulous women are working their looks!
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How to Dress Over 50 and Overweight? Easy and practical style tips and tricks that make you look slimmer while enhancing your best assets.
This past Sunday my blog post was on letting fear control your life. I soon found out that I was not alone in the worrying and fearing category. I got a huge response from a lot of you gurls telling me that fear has held you back from doing one thing or another. When I...
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This post is sponsored by Chico’s, and I will receive compensation, but the opinions expressed are my own. Tropical is the first thing that came to my mind when I saw this gorgeous dress. It looks like a tropical paradise with all of the rich, lush colors, especially the vibrant reds of the flowers. I...
Mr. Mickey and I spent the past weekend at the Omni Grove Park Inn in Asheville, North Carolina for their 27th annual comedy classic weekend. After we checked out on Sunday morning, we drove down to the Biltmore Village to do some shopping before brunch. On our final day in Asheville, I wore a blue Travelers jacket with a mesh hem black layering tank and black straight-leg pants. I modeled this jacket with white at an in-store event here. The clothing as well as the necklace, cuff, and shoes are from Chico's. One of the many reasons I wear Chico's clothing so often is that the pieces pack well, work together across seasons, and with the other items in my closet. There are many great places to shop in the Biltmore Village as well as restaurants and an antique district. Spring is here! We enjoyed a delightful brunch at Chestnut. We had been looking forward to trying this restaurant for some time. It did not disappoint! These are the shoes I bought at Chico's on the first day of our visit. They were on sale for $9.95! I hope you have enjoyed our little weekend getaway. Several of you wrote to ask how many suitcases I took on this trip. I had one hanging bag for the jackets and one medium size weekender bag for everything else. That's the beauty of a capsule wardrobe. Use two or three colors that work together and you can create a variety of looks with only a few pieces. I used black, white, and blue items with silver accessories on this trip.
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White pants are a wardrobe staple for me. I wear them all year round. In the winter, I wear white denim jeans often on sunny days. When the weather finally warms up, I start looking for lighter weight fabrics in classic styling to wear with great looking jackets and tunics. I normally buy a size larger in white pants than in darker colors unless the sizes run large. I am wearing a pair of ankle pants sent to me by Purple Poppy by Renuar. They have the slimming wide waistband shown below that I appreciate so much. When I wear a sleek tunic or tank, I never want closures and loops, creating lumps and bumps under the fabric. Masculine style pants are never flattering on me. Always check to make sure you can not see through the fabric, and always wear nude color undies with white because white undies will still show through. This link is to a Spanx foundation garment from Macy's that I often wear under sleek fitting tanks and tunics. It isn't heavy-duty, but it does give you a nice smooth line around your tummy area. The swing jacket is from IC Collection. I bought this one at ShopMyFairLady. The tank top is from Chico's. I buy these in several different colors because I never know when to complement whatever I am wearing. A styling tip; when jackets converge to create an unflattering neckline, I leave them open to create a long, lean line instead. A lower neckline is always more flattering for my face shape. The shoes are old by Thalia and Sodi via Macy's last year. The box clutch bag is old from T.J.Maxx. Mr. Mickey and I love to visit Gourmet and Company to sit in the lounge area or on the warm weather patio. The elegant and comfortable, quiet atmosphere is the perfect place to relax and visit with friends even if you aren't having dinner there.
Here are some plus size style tips to get you in the groove of fall!
You already know that wearing a long scarf makes you look taller and thinner but what to do in the summer? The answer, wear a sheer cascading vest from Covered Perfectly! The smooth back is perfect for camouflaging bra bulge. They can also be worn as a scarf. Just thread the whole thing through an armhole and slip the loop over your head. Tie them high on your hips to show off your bottom half. I like mine tied with a low slung knot to give me a long V-neck that slims and elongates. I can also wear my long bold necklaces with them. The Cascading Vest is going to be one of my favorites this summer! I love the versatility and sheer weight of these great vests. How will you wear yours! Use this code to get a 20% discount... FNF20 at Covered Perfectly.
Turning 40 or 50 does not mean you have to dress old or frumpy. Here is how Susan stays modern, hip and youthful after 50!
J.Crew chambray top // Polka Dot Skirt c/o eShakti // Zara shoes, similar // Thrifted clutch bag, similar // C. Wonder bracelets // Warby Parker sunnies I am not your typical online shopper. Being a curvy girl, I like to go into stores, feel the fabric and try things on to ensure it's the right fit. So when the folks at eShakti invited me to try customizing one of their designs, I knew I couldn't go wrong. eShakti is a line of women's fashion clothing that sells beautiful dresses, tops, skirts and even jackets online - the best part is, they customize them to your height, size, and style! Yay, for us who are not your typical standard sizes! For those of you who don't require customizing, they offer sizes 0-36W. They are having an amazing sale right now, BUY ONE GET ONE FREE!! So now may be a great time for you to give them a try! I ordered this fabulous vintage inspired polka dot skirt that I had customized to my specs and it fit me like a glove. Just remember, when ordering online, if you fall between two sizes, you may want to size up. Here are more of my eShakti favorites: JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. Linked up with: What I wore Wednesday, Random Wednesday, I Feel Pretty Thanks so much for reading!
Tamera Beardsley is a woman who is having a ball with fashion! Tamera writes a personal style blog that I first heard about when she submitted some photos that I ended up featuring on on my How to Wear the Color Linen post.I immediately fell in love with Tamera's very unique, eclectic style. She's got that fun, artsy look that many women over 40 are searching for. Tamera, who is also a jewelry designer, is a natural at putting together playful, creative outfits that reveal her joyful spirit. I asked her to share her fashion philosophy with us because "She's Got the Look"!
Just a dress I love. With me in it. With a waist, for a change. No big whoop. No, this isn't haiku. Dresses are the best thing about summer.
Finding petite clothes that fit just right can be a challenge. Here are the best places to shop for petite clothing for women over 50.
If your like me, you are stretched to your limit. I have searched the web for a few products that I think will make life easier. I like simple and easy.
How to Dress Over 50 and Overweight? Easy and practical style tips and tricks that make you look slimmer while enhancing your best assets.
Happy Hump Day! The weather has been warm and I'm super excited. So, here's some of what I wore this week.
Tamera Beardsley is a woman who is having a ball with fashion! Tamera writes a personal style blog that I first heard about when she submitted some photos that I ended up featuring on on my How to Wear the Color Linen post.I immediately fell in love with Tamera's very unique, eclectic style. She's got that fun, artsy look that many women over 40 are searching for. Tamera, who is also a jewelry designer, is a natural at putting together playful, creative outfits that reveal her joyful spirit. I asked her to share her fashion philosophy with us because "She's Got the Look"!
I am telling you gurls, I am dragging my rear today. I traveled from my sisters in Georgia to North Myrtle Beach on Thursday, which just happened to also be Valentine’s Day. It was a six-hour drive, and other than having to travel through downtown Atlanta, the trip was fabulous. Joe made it to the...
We had dinner with friends this spring-like Sunday evening. It was wonderful to wear only a lightweight navy linen jacket from Appleseed's with a white tank top and khaki zip ankle pants from Chico's. The sunglasses are by Kenneth Cole Reaction from T.J. Maxx. I found the Anne Klein Sport sandals at T.J.Maxx. The bag is by Coach from their outlet in Blowing Rock, North Carolina.
Discover 26 curated stylish outfits for the modern woman over 50. Embrace ageless chic with our handpicked looks that blend classic elegance and contemporary trends. From sophisticated plaid coats to casual jeans and chic plus-size spring attire, each ensemble celebrates the 50 and fabulous ethos.
I started a discussion this week about kimonos for women over 50. Another thing I love about them, is that you can take them from casual to dressy for any warm weather event.
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How to Dress Over 50 and Overweight? Easy and practical style tips and tricks that make you look slimmer while enhancing your best assets.
This post is sponsored by Chico’s, and I will receive compensation, but the opinions expressed are my own. Tropical is the first thing that came to my mind when I saw this gorgeous dress. It looks like a tropical paradise with all of the rich, lush colors, especially the vibrant reds of the flowers. I...
Want to hide some bumps and lumps? Try pattern camouflage. Learn how to wear bold intricate patterns to camouflage difficult body areas by confusing the eye
Fashion and lifestyle blog for women. The second fifty years are the best!
At the end of our first perfect full day on the island, we had a wonderful dinner with some of the Hilton Head Island members - Bluffton Chamber of Commerce at the Red Fish. It is one of the top-rated restaurants on the Island. I wore a blue lace swing jacket by Damee NYC with Lior Paris Sasha pants, both provided by ShopMyFairLady. (I have to tell you that these are the most comfortable dress pants I have ever worn.) The layered V-neck tank is from White House Black Market. I carried a clutch bag from a few years ago and wore black suede fringe trim sandals by BCBGeneration via Saks Off 5th. The water on Hilton Head Island gives me the best hair of my life! The view from our terrace at the Marriott Resort and Spa was spectacular! I was on that beach walking as the sun came up as often as possible! I hope you are enjoying seeing the photos from our mini-vacation on the beautiful Hilton Head Island. More tomorrow!
I've been there. Stuck with merchandise that doesn't fit but will cost you a car payment to send it back. But these online shopping tips will increase your odds of a mailbox full of "keepers".
