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Made a mistake and didn't cage my peonies in time. They grew so early and fast this year! The lady at the garden center told me to go to Lowe's and get T posts and the free string. Also, Rob is making steak steaks so I stopped and grabbed some from the grocery store. Let's do this.

#LTKstorytime #LTKvlog #LTKootd

Made a mistake and didn't cage my peonies in time. They grew so early and fast this year! The lady at the garden center told me to go to Lowe's and get T posts and the free string. Also, Rob is making steak steaks so I stopped and grabbed some from the grocery store. Let's do this. LTKstorytime LTKvlog LTKootd

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I learn a lot from the 20 and 30 year olds but at 50 I usually can’t follow their protocol for long wearing makeup if I want it to look good in real life 😭 Here’s what I do for a quick long lasting makeup that doesn’t look dry or cakey on 50 year old skin :)

Eyes & Brows:
Rare Beauty brow gel
NARS eye primer
Urban decay eyeliner /mascara intense black
Benefit brow pencil - 05

Complexion:
Danessa Myricks Blurring Balm & spray
Charlotte Tilbury flawless filter- 6
Merit Minimalist Stick - Burlwood & Cacao
Bobbi brown Corrector Stick - Dark Peach
Hourglass concealer - Flax 8
Huda setting powder -banana bread

Blush & Lips
Patrick Ta blush - Just Enough
Patrick Ta lip tint - cookie butter

Brushes:
Sephora Pro Shadow Brush #15, #56
Patrick Ta Dual Ended Blush Brush
Sephora Pro Concealer Brush #71
Sephora Pro Foundation Brush #47
Hourglass powder brush
Shu Uemura eyelash curler

#LTKBeauty #LTKOver40

I’m a 50 year old empty nester and I’m searching for all the joy I can find during perimenopause. Here are some (material) things that are giving me life at the moment! Anything not linked below is in my Amazon storefront!

#LTKselfcare #LTKOver40

Which is your favorite way to style them? (commisionable links) You know when your shorts disappear in the back? These have no waist gap, a little stretch, go higher up in the back of the waist and are slightly longer in back. If you have a butt or thicker thigh, they lay PERFECTLY. these are the curvy fit. I’m 5’4” and sized down. If you don’t get waist gap or don’t have a booty? Go with the regular fit and stay true to size.

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They're so tall. NGL wish I had my beekeeper suit 😂anyway wrapping low mid and high as the lady told me to. Done! next year I'll get to them earlier. Also I think I like this method better anyway! Have you done this?

#LTKdayinmylife #LTKvlog #LTKHome

Spring events are upon us! My first is a garden party in L.A. It’s freezing here, but I need a dress and if you need one too, you’ll love any of these from White House Black Market! All are beautiful and true to size! Which is your favorite?

Spring dresses, spring outfits, event dresses for spring, wedding guest dresses, garden party dresses, Easter dresses, Mother’s Day dresses, Kentucky derby dresses, over 50 outfits, over 40 outfits, midlife fashion, midlife influencers

#LTKMothersDay #LTKWorkwear #LTKWedding

My Easter outfit! No one got to see it because I had to wear a winter coat over it 🙄

#LTKSeasonal #LTKOver40 #LTKMothersDay

Evening outfit formula for when the temp is up and down. When you don’t know what to wear, all black or monochrome works all year round! Here’s the formula:
1. Halter or any top that makes you feel great:)
2. Pants in a fun shape or texture (choose barrel or wide leg or slouchy or pleated for interest and go with linen, faux leather, suede, or studded for texture)
3. Add a wrap- I linked so many beautiful and affordable options!
4. Statement earrings and bracelet
5. If you have these shoes all of your problems will be solved 😂 but for real- they are high for your longest pants and just so happen to be super comfy. They come in different colors and a block heel too, and I just discovered a platform for us shorties!
6. A bag that matches a color in your wrap.

This formula wins every time!

For the softest skin, 1. I do my initial cleanse with dove bar soap and a washcloth, 2. double cleanse with African net sponge (ONLY GET THE AUTHENTIC ONE, it has little exfoliating knots. Remember to prewash it in boiling hot water before your first use) 3. Glycolic every day or night after shower on my heels and everywhere else. 4. Kiehls crème de corps lotion

Also linked the glycolic, lotion, bronzing stick, and lip color :)

What to wear for evening event, pants for evening event, oversized scarf, over 50 outfits, over 40 outfits, over 40 influencers, over 50 influencers, midlife style, best heels for every outfit.

#LTKgrwm #LTKBeauty #LTKootd

#LTKOver40 #LTKootd

How cute is this double breasted linen blazer! It has shoulder pads, I sized up because I have broad shoulders. Love the shape worn open or closed! Here’s how I will style it for spring and summer.

#LTKSeasonal #LTKootd

Went to a black tie wedding and wore this dress- it’s LONGGGG so if you’re not tall you’ll need a hem! I got it last minute and I’m 5’4” and had to hold my dress like this the whole time 😂😂😂 also I am due to exchange the Chanel bag- I’m SO GLAD I did the rental because I’ve taken this bag to every single event I’ve been to the last month! LIP COLOR: 590 blushing berry. Liner: mocha mousse and brown caramel

#LTKOver40 #LTKootd #LTKWedding

Aspen with Rob! Aritzia suede jacket, sweater layered over, Citizen jeans, and of course, big sunnies!

#LTKTravel #LTKootd

I learn a lot from the 20 and 30 year olds but at 50 I usually can’t follow their protocol for long wearing makeup if I want it to look good in real life 😭 Here’s what I do for a quick long lasting makeup that doesn’t look dry or cakey on 50 year old skin :)

Eyes & Brows:
Rare Beauty brow gel
NARS eye primer
Urban decay eyeliner /mascara intense black
Benefit brow pencil - 05

Complexion:
Danessa Myricks Blurring Balm & spray
Charlotte Tilbury flawless filter- 6
Merit Minimalist Stick - Burlwood & Cacao
Bobbi brown Corrector Stick - Dark Peach
Hourglass concealer - Flax 8
Huda setting powder -banana bread

Blush & Lips
Patrick Ta blush - Just Enough
Patrick Ta lip tint - cookie butter

Brushes:
Sephora Pro Shadow Brush #15, #56
Patrick Ta Dual Ended Blush Brush
Sephora Pro Concealer Brush #71
Sephora Pro Foundation Brush #47
Hourglass powder brush
Shu Uemura eyelash curler

#LTKgrwm #LTKBeauty #LTKOver40

When you hit your mid 30’s you will see- your skin needs extra help! At 50 I haven’t had a pedicure in several years and my heels are baby skin smooth :) try it!

Step 1: swipe the ordinary glycolic onto your heels (and feet and armpits for smelly pits… actually, get your whole body for anti aging and smooth, ingrown hair free skin!)

Step 2: Seal it in with Kiehl’s crème de corp. If your heels are severely cracked, you can give yourself a head start with a light filing the first time.

But do this every day, and I promise you will be back to thank me! No more honey badger sheet ripping spouse slicing heels! And put this combo on your partner while you’re at it! 😂

If you’ve tried this and want to shout it from the roof tops, feel free to tell us in the comments or share this post with friends! No gatekeeping here!

#LTKOver40 #LTKBeauty

How cute is this double breasted linen blazer from @Quince #QuincePartner It has shoulder pads, I sized up because I have broad shoulders. Love the shape worn open or closed! Here’s how I will style it for spring and summer.

#LTKOver40 #LTKSeasonal #LTKootd

Linen, cotton, and dress season is upon us! Love this linen set from @Quince #QuincePartner, I went tts, cropped pull on pants with elastic waist and patch pockets. Top has side zip with back smocking.

Linen double breasted blazer with shoulder pads, I sized up because I have broad shoulders. Love the shape of it worn open or closed!

White linen pants fully lined almost all the way to the hem, pockets, subtle pleating, high waisted, elastic back, such a great staple for summer!

#LTKSeasonal #LTKOver40 #LTKootd

The PERFECT Lightweight denim for summer. It’s the Spanx Supersmooth Authentic 360 lightweight and it’s PERFECTION! I’m wearing small, my true size. Regular length. I’m 5’4”. These jeans feel like the most comfy tissue weight - soft with a tiny bit of stretch and just enough shape and structure. USE MY CODE ANNAGXSPANX for 15% off your first order and free shipping - only applies to regular price items :)

#LTKootd #LTKSeasonal

Wedge flip flops are the perfect update for summer and work with jeans, shorts, skirts, bermudas and weddings on a lawn!

My look for Aspen for the LTK Summit! Barrel jeans with no gap, tts, I’m 5’4 wearing the longer length, Amazon bodysuit tucked, not snapped, sized down in the belt!

#LTKOver40 #LTKgrwm #LTKootd

@Pistola Denim is 20% off sitewide + 70% off sale! I’ll be wearing this open back dress all spring and summer! I linked more cute dresses and other things from Pistola below!

#LTKSaleAlert #LTKOver40 #LTKSeasonal

@Spanx did it again!! The PERFECT Lightweight denim for summer. It’s the Spanx Supersmooth Authentic 360 lightweight and it’s PERFECTION! I’m wearing small, my true size. Regular length. I’m 5’4”. These jeans feel like the most comfy tissue weight - soft with a tiny bit of stretch and just enough shape and structure. USE MY CODE ANNAGXSPANX for 15% off your first order and free shipping - only applies to regular price items :) #SpanxPartner

#LTKSeasonal #LTKootd #LTKSaleAlert

@Spanx did it again!! The PERFECT Lightweight denim for summer. It’s the Spanx Supersmooth Authentic 360 lightweight and it’s PERFECTION! I’m wearing small, my true size. Regular length. I’m 5’4”. These jeans feel like the most comfy tissue weight - soft with a tiny bit of stretch and just enough shape and structure. USE MY CODE ANNAGXSPANX for 15% off your first order and free shipping - only applies to regular price items :) #SpanxPartner

#LTKSeasonal #LTKOver40 #LTKootd

Evening outfit formula for when the temp is up and down. When you don’t know what to wear, all black or monochrome works all year round! Here’s the formula:
1. Halter or any top that makes you feel great:)
2. Pants in a fun shape or texture (choose barrel or wide leg or slouchy or pleated for interest and go with linen, faux leather, suede, or studded for texture)
3. Add a wrap- I linked so many beautiful and affordable options!
4. Statement earrings and bracelet
5. If you have these shoes all of your problems will be solved 😂 but for real- they are high for your longest pants and just so happen to be super comfy. They come in different colors and a block heel too, and I just discovered a platform for us shorties!
6. A bag that matches a color in your wrap.

This formula wins every time!

For the softest skin, 1. I do my initial cleanse with dove bar soap and a washcloth, 2. double cleanse with African net sponge (ONLY GET THE AUTHENTIC ONE, it has little exfoliating knots. Remember to prewash it in boiling hot water before your first use) 3. Glycolic every day or night after shower on my heels and everywhere else. 4. Kiehls crème de corps lotion

Also linked the glycolic, lotion, bronzing stick, and lip color :)

What to wear for evening event, pants for evening event, oversized scarf, over 50 outfits, over 40 outfits, over 40 influencers, over 50 influencers, midlife style, best heels for every outfit.

#LTKgrwm #LTKBeauty #LTKootd

#LTKgrwm #LTKootd

I learn a lot from the 20 and 30 year olds but at 50 I usually can’t follow their protocol for long wearing makeup if I want it to look good in real life 😭 Here’s what I do for a quick long lasting makeup that doesn’t look dry or cakey on 50 year old skin :)

Eyes & Brows:
Rare Beauty brow gel
NARS eye primer
Urban decay eyeliner /mascara intense black
Benefit brow pencil - 05

Complexion:
Danessa Myricks Blurring Balm & spray
Charlotte Tilbury flawless filter- 6
Merit Minimalist Stick - Burlwood & Cacao
Bobbi brown Corrector Stick - Dark Peach
Hourglass concealer - Flax 8
Huda setting powder -banana bread

Blush & Lips
Patrick Ta blush - Just Enough
Patrick Ta lip tint - cookie butter

Brushes:
Sephora Pro Shadow Brush #15, #56
Patrick Ta Dual Ended Blush Brush
Sephora Pro Concealer Brush #71
Sephora Pro Foundation Brush #47
Hourglass powder brush
Shu Uemura eyelash curler

#LTKgrwm #LTKBeauty #LTKOver40

Some beauty faves I think are worth the splurge!

#LTKBeauty #LTKselfcare #LTKOver40

Went to a black tie wedding and wore this dress- it’s LONGGGG so if you’re not tall you’ll need a hem! I got it last minute and I’m 5’4” and had to hold my dress like this the whole time 😂😂😂 also I am due to exchange the Chanel bag- I’m SO GLAD I did the rental because I’ve taken this bag to every single event I’ve been to the last month! LIP COLOR: 590 blushing berry. Liner: mocha mousse and brown caramel

#LTKootd #LTKWedding

My makeup routine for when you want to look fresh and put together!

#LTKOver40 #LTKBeauty #LTKselfcare

Quick makeup look that will last, everything will be on sale during The Sephora Savings Event
Tip 1, prime eyes and face, I use the Danessa Myricks Yummy Skin Blurring Balm on my T-zone. Tip 2, use a good concealer brush and setting powder. I love this one from Huda Beauty! Tip 3, layer cremes and powders (I do powder first then creme but you can do either first).
The Sephora Savings Event ends 4/20, use code SPRINGSALE and become a Beauty Insider Member to shop!

#LTKBeauty #LTKSaleAlert

Every night for 15 years and going strong- I love my Crème de La Mer Moisturizing Cream, I started using it for my irritated skin and haven’t looked back! As the final step in my nighttime routine, I’m convinced it’s saved my skin!

#LTKselfcare #LTKBeauty

HOW DID THEY LOWER THE PRICE of the iconic CC+ cream AND the Confidence in a Cream?

#LTKBeauty #LTKOver40 #LTKgrwm

My Easter outfit! No one got to see it because I had to wear a winter coat over it 🙄

#LTKootd #LTKSeasonal #LTKMothersDay

This is my "airplane" bag!
It's really a makeup bag:) pulling my personal item out from under the seat multiple times is annoying so I take this out & keep it w/ me the whole flight- the makeup compartments organize everything!

#LTKmomlife #LTKTravel

ABERCROMBIE IS BOGO: buy one, get everything 50% off! Till Monday! These viral shorts are back in stock! The white are the same just don’t have the slit on the side!

SIZING: They are true to size and If you struggle with waist gap, get the curve love version! The dad shorts: a bit shorter still give lots of coverage. The long shorts: a bit longer with lots of leg room.

Denim shorts, spring outfits, dad shorts, summer outfits, Abercrombie & fitch, white shorts, dark wash short, ripped shorts.

#LTKSaleAlert #LTKOver40 #LTKMidsize

All black and white outfits? Perfect because it’s all from White House Black Market! Which is your favorite? Wearing a 2 and small in everything, all tts!

Spring dresses, spring outfits, over 50 fashion, fashion over 40, midlife style, mature outfit ideas, classic style, black spring dresses, white spring dresses, spring workwear, spring work outfits

#LTKWedding #LTKWorkwear #LTKMothersDay

Am I the only one who just discovered Abercrombie’s bra-free collection?! Abercrombie is doing buy one, get one 50% off till 4/20! I don’t know about you, but my number one priority in the summer is COMFORT (looking cute is a very close second). See my top faves from Abercrombie’s bra-free collection!

#LTKPetite #LTKOver40 #LTKFindsUnder100

#LTKSaleAlert #LTKOver40 #LTKootd

Aspen with Rob! Aritzia suede jacket, sweater layered over, Citizen jeans, and of course, big sunnies!

#LTKTravel #LTKootd

Aspen was so beautiful!! The weather was super unpredictable so I did this faux leather and Sherpa jacket with Madewell denim and another Schutz heel!

#LTKTravel #LTKootd