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Sand Optional: Desert Inspired Dressing For Spring And Summer

The mood of Spring/Summer 2026 feels sun-drenched and expansive – because we’ve been inspired by the desert. Terracotta, sand, ochre, olive, combined with sun-faded neutrals and natural fabrics, create a style that looks expensive and chic yet relaxed and flattering. We love it!

STYLE TIP: Open-knit crochet introduces a handcrafted, sun-filtered feel that lets light and air pass through and adds texture to an outfit of muted tones.

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Sand Optional: Desert Inspired Dressing For Spring And Summer The mood of Spring/Summer 2026 feels sun-drenched and expansive – because we’ve been inspired by the desert. Terracotta, sand, ochre, olive, combined with sun-faded neutrals and natural fabrics, create a style that looks expensive and chic yet relaxed and flattering. We love it! STYLE TIP: Open-knit crochet introduces a handcrafted, sun-filtered feel that lets light and air pass through and adds texture to an outfit of muted tones. 40plusstyle capsulewardrobe LTKstyletip LTKfit LTKootd LTKOver40 LTKFestival

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Contrast crochet knit cardigan | Massimo Dutti US

100% linen strappy top | Massimo Dutti US

Wide-leg pleated trousers with side vents | Massimo Dutti US

Small nappa leather shoulder bag | Massimo Dutti US

Irregular earrings | Massimo Dutti US

Sand Optional: Desert Inspired Dressing For Spring And Summer

The mood of Spring/Summer 2026 feels sun-drenched and expansive – because we’ve been inspired by the desert. Terracotta, sand, ochre, olive, combined with sun-faded neutrals and natural fabrics, create a style that looks expensive and chic yet relaxed and flattering. We love it!

STYLE TIP: If you opt for prints, keep them subtle and understated, think faded motifs, delicate patterns and stripes in all of your desert colors.

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#LTKootd #LTKOver40 #LTKFestival

How To Wear Bold Colors This Season

STYLE TIP: Try Strategic Color Blocking

Neutrals go beautifully with brights, but so do other bold shades. Red trousers with a blue blouse. Yellow top with tailored red shorts. Cobalt blue with red accessories. Keep the lines clean and the silhouettes structured so it feels editorial.

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How To Wear Bold Colors This Season

Spring hasn’t arrived quietly. While spring is often about paler shades like pastels and watercolors, this year it is full of unapologetic color and energy. Lean into that spirit with bold primary shades that are confident and joyful.

STYLE TIP: Pick A Headliner
Let one primary shade take center stage. Everything else plays backup in neutrals or softer tones.

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Loving the white/cream, pink, burgundy combo

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The Perfect Minimal Winter Capsule To Take You From Now To Spring

Once the festive season winds down, there’s something satisfying about decluttering your closet and keeping only pieces you truly wear and enjoy. A minimalist wardrobe is effortlessly chic all year, but in winter it shines—neutral colors and layered textures create a look that’s calm, cozy, and never dull.

STYLE TIP: For your minimalist dresses, look for sleek styles in neutral or understated styles. Sweater and dress combinations will ensure that everything feels pulled together.

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Luxe Loungewear Outfits For Cozy Winter Days At Home

STYLE TIP: When choosing loungewear:
look out for luxurious fabrics like cashmere, silk, and satin that feel great against your skin. If you’ll be venturing out, then choose loungewear that is kind of a hybrid between pajamas and athletic wear – athleisure, if you will – so you can wear your loungewear outside without looking like you’re ready for bed.

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The Power Of Texture: Wearing Leather & Suede With Confidence.

There’s something about colder months that calls for richness in both color and fabric, and leather and suede deliver exactly that. For women 40 and over, these textures offer the perfect mix of polish, edge, and practicality. The key is knowing how to style them so they feel sophisticated, wearable, and true to your lifestyle.

STYLE TIP: investing in high-quality leather or suede accessories can significantly elevate your existing outfits, making your overall look appear chic and sophisticated ✨

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Wearing Brown As The New Black For Winter And Fall 2025.

This fall, there’s a new neutral in town: brown. From rich chocolate to soft caramel, brown is stepping forward as the shade that feels modern, warm, and surprisingly elegant 🤎

STYLE TIP: brown jackets and coats are an easy way to refresh your wardrobe and still feel timeless. A brown moto jacket adds a touch of cool without trying too hard – pair it with jeans or a floaty dress for a balanced look.

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Summer outfit idea:

If you have a vacation planned, and you will be spending some time at the pool or at the beach, you’ll need a great swimsuit. Add a cover-up and you can go straight from pool to lunch.

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Summer outfit idea:

Even if it’s warm where you are, you’re likely to want a lightweight cover-up. A blazer will take your outfit in a more formal direction.

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Business casual attire for women: are you more of a dress person for work? Look out for midi styles with prints, and keep the rest of your look simple.

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Business casual attire for women: a structured cardigan will work good with a midi skirt. You also don’t have to go for heels. You can add flare to your outfit with a pair of boots instead.

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Business casual attire for women: elevate your outfit with a modern printed top paired with your blazer and trousers.

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In less than a month it’s Valentine’s Day. Do you celebrate?

No matter if you’re celebrating or not, you’ll definitely want to go out on a date night with your beloved one of these days.

But what to wear?

In today’s article on 40plusstyle.com we give you lots of ideas form @nordstrom. From more casual to chic; for any kind of date night.

I personally love to wear a dress and I’m loving this one. Wear with your favorite jewelry and add some statement booties for extra panache.

What do you prefer to wear on date night?

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Date night outfit idea:

If you’re more of a pants person, you can still put together an elegant outfit. Look out for sophisticated wide leg pants and materials such as silk, satin or velvet.

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Date night outfit idea:

If it’s chilly, consider an overcoat. A moto jacket will look great with your midi dress and booties for an edgy, romantic look.

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Date night outfit idea:

Think about your top if you will be wearing separates on your date night. Opt for silk to add glamour to your look.

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What to pack for a winter getaway: perhaps you’ll go for a real winter ski break. Don’t forget to pack your outfits designed for snow.

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Ready for the festive season? Or could you do with a new dress?

This long sleeve faux wrap dress from @nordstrom is perfect for day and evening. Easy to layer underneath so you can stay warm, or just add a poncho when you go out.

Looks perfect with tall boots.

If you want more ideas for stylish winter outfits for a getaway check our newest article on 40+style or check the links in stories.

Have you already picked out your festive outfits? What will you wear?

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What to pack for a winter getaway: jeans are always a versatile choice no matter what the season. Pair them with boots and a cardigan.

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What to pack for a winter getaway: for casual outings you can wear a plaid shirt. For extra warmth, pack a jacket or vest that you layer with your outfit

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From fancy parties to Christmas morning: the best outfits for the holidays:

You will probably wear a dress during the festive season. Opt for a red one to add drama to your look

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From fancy parties to Christmas morning: the best outfits for the holidays:

To go with your outfits for the holidays, you’ll need a great pair of shoes and accessories of course. Look out for those with embellishments and statement touches

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From fancy parties to Christmas morning, we have selected the best outfits for the holidays.

Pictured here is a pair of well-fitting jeans which is a true staple of any wardrobe. Dress them up with heels and coat, or down for daywear.

Check out all our other picks for the holidays from @nordstrom in our article and stories.

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How to dress up jeans for any occasion: wear white with your dressy pair of jeans

A white blazer is a high-end, sophisticated must-have and it is perfect to wear over other neutrals.

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How to dress up jeans and denim for any occasion: wear a denim jacket with your evening dress

If you don’t want your evening dress to look to dressy, then an easy way to get a stylish mix of formal and casual is to wear a denim jacket as a cover-up.

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Jeans is such a versatile item.

Great for casual occasions but also fabulous for evening or more dressy events.

In our latest article we show you how to dress up jeans in many different ways. We teamed up with @nordstrom, the one-stop store where you can create your complete dressy jeans capsule.

One thing that makes your jeans instantly more dressy is to have them in a darker color and coat them.

Even better when you can combine them with a fabulous coat.

Check 8 more fabulous outfits in stories.

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How to dress up jeans and denim for any occasion: dress up jeans with faux fur.

Adding texture adds interest to your outfit, and faux fur adds more than a touch of glamour.

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Cardigan style to try: choose texture

For an on-trend look, choose a shorter cardigan with a fuzzy texture. You can dress it up with a silk skirt and a pair of high boots.

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How to wear a cardigan: wear it as a dress.

If you love to wear dresses at other times of the year, you don’t have to stop wearing them just because the temperature dips. A cardigan dress could be the perfect answer.
You could wear yours buttoned as a dress or unbutton it and wear as a long outer layer.

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Cardigan outfit to try: wear a belt over your it.

If you’re worried about a cardigan looking shapeless, then adding a belt can be a stylish way to update your cardigan outfits. Plus, belts with everything is a key trend for fall 2022.

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How to wear a cardigan: opt for a wrap style.

A wrap style is flattering for many types of figures. If you have an hourglass shape, a belt will draw attention to your waist, for example, while if are a rectangle, you can create the illusion of a waist with your belt.

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Fall is fast approaching and will allow us to wear all those gorgeous fall colors.

Although you may be tempted to choose pants, why not opt for a skirt?

Skirts look fabulous with a sweater & jacket and the latest leather boots.

Check our stories to see all the fall essentials we picked from the latest @nordstrom collection and create many different outfits.

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Fall essentials you need in your closet: you can be playful with your accessories at any time of the year, but Fall really gives you the option to and some beautiful scarves and hats. Combine with classic jeans and shirt and you will look amazing. All from @nordstrom

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Fall essentials you need in your closet: you’ll definitely need an outer layer like a (stylish) trench coat that will keep you dry in any showers. Combine with this fabulous skirt and top. All from @nordstrom #sponsored

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