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Fair Isle sweaters are not the problem. The styling is. Here’s how to make your old Nordic sweater look current and elevated: ✔️ Swap your old pants for modern, sleek ones ✔️ Balance the volume — bulky top = clean, structured bottom ✔️ Mixing a sporty bag and voluminous sweater with structured, clean pants and pointy boots instantly makes the look more sophisticated ✔️ Wear an elastic band around your waist and tuck the hem so the sweater hits above your widest hip area — instant better proportions ✔️ If you have a tummy, tuck the hem slightly on one side — asymmetry slims the body and subtly hides the stomach ✔️ Add a fake shirt collar underneath — instant layered look that brightens your face ✔️ Add a sporty crossbody and modern sunglasses to complete the look ✔️ Push the sleeves up slightly to show wrist — small detail, big difference Save this for your next winter outfit. Share with a friend who still styles it like 2005. Follow for practical style upgrades after 40. styleafter50 frumpytostylish modernwardrobe howtostyle over50style LTKwinter LTKover50style LTKmidsize

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It’s time for coats again! This is the look that 35 MLN people viewed and liked on my Instagram channel last year. The beauty of these timeless pieces is that they still look current and chic this Fall as well. I have updated the product links so you can easily find pieces to update your Fall look. Check it out below ⬇️ Follow for more easy tips on style and beauty for women over 40.❤️

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Want to look younger and trendier over 50? Swap slim pants for wider and baggier ones, and wear more casual footwear, a trendy leather jacket or classy trench-coat that is always in style. Don’t forget trendy accessories like a bag, jewelry or glasses 😎

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Styling old sweater for early Spring. Which side you prefer? Comment below ⬇️
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You landed on my Makeup 101 series — Episode 2.
Check Episode 1 if you missed it.

Most women over 50 skip this step before foundation… and it makes a huge difference.

Before applying foundation, try using a radiant primer first.

It smooths the skin, adds luminosity, and helps foundation sit better instead of looking dry or flat. The soft glow underneath makes skin look more radiant — and radiant skin always looks younger.

It’s one small step, but it can completely change how your foundation looks on mature skin.

And if you choose a radiant primer with SPF - it’s an added bonus .

If you have more visible texture or larger pores, you may want to lightly set those areas with a little powder after applying your makeup, since radiant primers can sometimes make pores appear more pronounced.

Share this with a friend who thinks their foundation always looks dull or patchy.

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Want to look current this spring without buying new clothes?
If you have any oversized shirts, beckets or sweaters, try this simple trick:
Take two thin belts from your closet and fasten them together to create a double belt.

It’s an easy way to style oversized shirts, jackets, and sweaters so they look more polished and on trend.

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Your clothes doesn’t matter! Or does it? Two women wearing same colors - one looks older, the other looks younger. Agree/disagree? Which side are you on? Comment below ⬇️
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I’m 60 and these are the small things that quietly made my life easier — and healthier. Maybe you knew some. Maybe some are new. I hope this post will be helpful to you !

What’s one simple thing you swear by?

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Looking for comfortable footwear for aching feet? Check out Teva. Great looking boots and sandals that provide style and comfort. The boots are great for hiking in the mud or walking in a snow! And the sandals are great for city walks or hikes and for wearing to a restaurant for the night out, just choose the ones without pattern in neutral color and wear with a nice dress or pants. Ideal for traveling.
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Fleece jackets look dated when the outfit has too much softness, busy patterns, or poor maintenance.

Here’s how to keep it modern:
• Choose solid colors (any color you like- I always prefer neutrals)
• Skip patterns — they cheapen the outfit
• Add structure with structured pants and pointed toe boots or shoes
• Layer a white or off-white tee underneath- it makes the look more sophisticated and freshens the face
• Open the zipper at least one third and pull up sleeves when you are inside
• Remove pilling regularly with fabric shaver
Add your favourite jewelry and bag

Monochrome looks where jacket color matches pants and shoes are more elevated and also slimming.

Try adding a thin belt to highlight your waist and see if you like it.

For more styling tips, comment STYLE101 and get a link to my self styling guide. Or find the guide in my bio.

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Every season, I add a few trendy pieces to my basic wardrobe. As a rule of thumb, I don’t buy anything unless I can wear it with at least three pieces already in my closet.

This spring I’m adding:

• Asymmetrical wide-leg jeans @zara – that one small detail, the asymmetrical zipper, instantly takes them from basic to elevated. It’s the kind of unique detailing that makes a simple outfit feel intentional.

• White polka dot set @Shein – I’m a big sucker for black and white polka dots. I have this as a set (pants + jacket), but I probably won’t wear them together. I’ll style them separately so each piece works harder with my black jeans, white pants, skirts, denim.

• Black faux leather peplum jacket – @Zara - oversized shapes are giving way to cinched silhouettes and hourglass lines. I’m embracing that shift with this peplum jacket that defines the waist and instantly sharpens the look.

• Icy blue color replaces the dusty pink this season – this shade is in my seasonal color palette, so it flatters me automatically. And it pairs beautifully with denim, navy, grey, white, even black.

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No offence to grandmas everywhere! I am 60 and totally am grandma but I want to look as modern hip middle age woman. If you share this desire, then look at my tips on how to style good old knit cardigans and look stylish and up to date. Comment if you like the tips ⬇️

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This comfortable maxi dress from @Commense is ideal for all of you who feels hot all the time. It’s soft, flattering and practical since you can wear it from desk to dinner. 🥘 It comes as a set with a long cardigan but I paired it with another practical jacket from @OGLmove that compliments the dress.

Pair it with a nice but walkable boots and if you’re meeting your girlfriend after work or going out with your partner throw on chick leopard print coat from @Commense ! Wear an elephant faux fur bucket hat to complete your look.

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Nothing looks more frumpy and outdated than fleece sweaters and jackets 👚 Replace them with clean sporty sweaters and sweatshirts and instantly look 20 years younger!
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Hair tutorial for flat, straight, shoulder-length hair after 50. If your hair refuses to hold a curl or falls flat by noon, try this step-by-step method.

Start with a styling leave-in treatment with heat protection — like Color Wow Dream Coat Supernatural Spray - it works well for smooth, frizz-free curls. I use a 1.5-inch barrel curling iron at 360 degrees to avoid heat damage.

If you’re new to hot tools, wear a heat-protective glove like the GHD Heat Protect Glove to prevent burns.

Curl each section in alternating directions — away from the face, then toward — to get volume and hold. Use a flexible hold spray like Sebastian Shaper, and let curls cool completely before touching them.

At night, pull your hair into a loose ponytail on top of your head to protect the shape while you sleep. I brush mine out with fingers in the morning to keep the texture.

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You don’t have to wear pinks and reds for Valentines Day. You can wear a satin dress with pearls or classic pants with tweed jacket and still look romantic 🥰
And if no one asked you on a date grab your girlfriend and celebrate Galentine!
Which outfit you prefer? Comment below ⬇️
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Black and white don’t have to be boring. From desk to dinner this outfit will look elegant and chic.

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One little change - and no more pores! Use setting powder to erase your pores. Maybeline Superstay Setting powder costs under $20 and stays 24 hours.

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Valentine’s Day is coming! Going on a date? Bravo! Try this flirty romantic outfit.
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After 50 outfits ideas for Spring. What side are you on? Vote below ⬇️
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