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My 2025 Personal Style Lessons

💬 Which style lesson are you claiming today? 1 2 3 4 or 5

✨ I stopped shrinking to make other people comfortable.
 💖 I wear what makes ME happy.

🛍️ My closet? 👗 It’s my personal boutique.

🎉 I don’t wait for occasions—I create them.
 💃 Dressing up when others don’t? Totally fine.

👠 Also… I’m not ready for the nursing home.
 🔥 I wear heels.

💁🏼‍♀️What about YOU?

🎄Merry Christmas Eve,
Valarie

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My 2025 Personal Style Lessons 💬 Which style lesson are you claiming today? 1 2 3 4 or 5 ✨ I stopped shrinking to make other people comfortable.  💖 I wear what makes ME happy. 🛍️ My closet? 👗 It’s my personal boutique. 🎉 I don’t wait for occasions—I create them.  💃 Dressing up when others don’t? Totally fine. 👠 Also… I’m not ready for the nursing home.  🔥 I wear heels. 💁🏼‍♀️What about YOU? 🎄Merry Christmas Eve, Valarie FashionOver40 StyleOver40 quietluxury womenover40 LTKPetite LTKSeasonal LTKOver40

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Which number do you agree with most? 👇
1, 2, 3, 4, or 5?

5 things I’ve learned about REAL style

1️⃣ True style can’t be bought. It’s cultivated.
2️⃣ Trends are for little follower girls. Grown women create their own style.
3️⃣ A slightly oversized fit = effortless style.
4️⃣ Prints are for nursing homes & bingo. (Non-negotiable.)
5️⃣ Genuine style comes from presence, not purchases.

If your closet is full but your outfits still feel meh, this is why.
Style isn’t louder. It’s calmer.
It doesn’t chase. It leads.

Save this. Re-read it.
And dress like the woman who walks into the room already knowing she belongs. ✨

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If Your Shoes Hurt, Your Life Feels Harder (Women 40+)

If your shoes hurt, your whole day feels harder.
 That’s why rubber sole loafers are one of my favorite treat-yourself gifts for midlife women.

They’re polished, supportive, and designed for real life — not suffering. No painful break-in. No sacrificing style. Just comfort that lets you move through your day with ease.

This is how Midlife It Girls practice self-care: ✨ Supportive footwear ✨ Timeless, elegant style ✨ Choosing comfort without guilt

🎁 I explain why rubber sole loafers work — and share more thoughtful treat-yourself gift ideas — in my full video.

👉 Watch the full “Treat Yourself Holiday Gifts for Midlife It Girls” video

This Short is for women 40+ who are done choosing pain in the name of fashion and are ready to invest in pieces that truly support their lives.

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Holiday Outfit Anxiety? This Is Why Women 40+ Skip Events

🎄 Holiday outfit anxiety is real — especially for women over 40.

👀 If you’ve ever stared at your closet before a holiday dinner or party wondering “Is this right?”
 🚪 Or worse… decided not to go at all because getting dressed felt overwhelming — you’re not alone.

🧠 The fear isn’t about clothes.
 ✨ It’s about confidence, clarity, and not wanting to get it wrong.

📺 That’s why I created a new Y*T* video, “Holiday Outfit Anxiety? Here’s Why.”
 🔍 In it, I break down the 6 emotional fears that sneak up on us every holiday season, how to combat that anxiety, and what to wear instead so you can show up feeling calm, elegant, and confident.

👠 Because the goal isn’t a perfect outfit.
 🥂 It’s attending the event — and actually enjoying yourself once you’re there.

🎥🍿 Watch the full video on YouTube

💋 With Style + Presence,
Valarie

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Busy Holiday Prints Are Aging You FAST 😳🎄

🎄🚫Busy holiday prints don’t look festive… they look chaotic.

If your outfit gives people eye strain, it’s not chic — it’s a Christmas party foul.

After 40, less noise = more elegance. 
Clean lines. Calm colors. Intentional styling.

✨That’s how you look modern, polished, and confident this season — without trying too hard or dressing like a decoration.

🎁 Full Frump-Free Christmas Guide is live on my Y*T* channel. 
😉Save this for your holiday outfits… and send it to a friend who needs the reminder.

💋 With Style + Presence,
Valarie

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👻🎄 Are Wearing the Ghost of Christmas Past? ❌ Tunic + Leggings

☎️Scrooge called. He wants his nightshirt back.

🗑️And ditch those leggings whiel you are at it.

👻If you are still wearing this combo, you are stuck in the Ghost of Christmas Past.

🫣Leggings and tunics are aging you instantly this holiday season.

✨ Here’s the chic fix:
A classic Lady Coat, tailored trousers, and Parisian polish.

🎄 And remember — YOU don’t need red and green to look festive.

✅For more frump-free holiday style for women 40+, follow along.

🎥Watch the full video on YouTube.

💋 With Style + Presence,
Valarie

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🎁❌ HOLIDAY OUTFIT MISTAKE WOMEN 40+ MUST AVOID ❌🎁

❌ Ladies, THIS holiday mistake is aging you instantly: kitschy Christmas sweaters. 
🎄 Cute on a 4-year-old…absolutely ILLEGAL on a 40-year-old. 
✨ If you want a festive look that feels modern, elevated, and frump-free, here’s the formula: 
🖤 Neutral base outfit + ONE festive accent. 
🧣 Think a tartan scarf (like the one I’m wearing), a red lip, statement earrings, or a chic holiday coat. 
1️⃣ Just one accent keeps the outfit elegant — not “Elf 2” audition-ready. 
🎥 My full Frump-Free Christmas Guide is now live on my Y*T* channel!
 ✨ Learn the biggest holiday outfit mistakes women over 40 are making and exactly what to wear instead for a chic, sophisticated holiday season.

🎥🍿Full video on YouTube!

💋 With Style + Presence,
Valarie

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✨ If you’ve ever walked into a holiday party and thought, “Oh no… did I mess this up?” — you’re not alone. Women over 40 secretly fear becoming the subject of gossip because of a holiday outfit gone wrong.
💭 I realized women aren’t “bad at fashion”…
They just haven’t been taught how to dress elegant and refined in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and beyond.
🎁 The old way? Buying something “festive” and hoping for the best.
✨ The new way? Understanding which holiday style mistakes actually age you — and how to fix them.
🔍 Inside the video, I reveal the biggest holiday style mistakes women over 40 make… and show you exactly what to wear instead.
💡 Women tell me everything suddenly “clicks” — they understand why their outfits weren’t flattering and finally feel elegant, modern, and confident.
🎄 If you want to avoid embarrassing holiday fashion mistakes and walk in looking polished, watch the full video. Thousands of midlife women already have.
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✨ Holiday Dress Codes DECODED: Holiday Chic / Festive Glam… Women 45+ ✨

🌟 If you’ve ever worried about looking too flashy or not festive enough, this dress code is your happy medium.

💎 Holiday Chic is ALL about balance: • One standout piece (satin, velvet, sequins) • Clean, simple lines everywhere else • Neutral shoes + minimal jewelry • A polished, modern silhouette that feels elegant—never overdone

🎄 This is how the Midlife It Girl does festive glam… refined, confident, and effortlessly stylish using pieces you already own.

🎉 Whether it’s a work dinner, neighborhood gathering, or a holiday cocktail party, this formula keeps you chic without ever slipping into costume territory.

🎥 Want all 5 holiday dress codes decoded? Watch my new Y*T* video: Holiday Dress Codes DECODED: Stop Overdressing!

💋 With Style + Presence,
Valarie

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Holiday Dress Codes DECODED: Cocktail Attire

✨ Don’t be the woman who shows up underdressed to the holiday cocktail party.

🌟 Cocktail Attire is where elegance, refinement, and intention all meet. 
🫣 If you’re unsure what to wear for a holiday cocktail event, this guide breaks down the exact styling formula that keeps midlife women looking polished—not overdressed, not underdressed… but perfectly elevated.

🎄 What qualifies as Cocktail Attire? Think sleek midi dresses, refined jumpsuits, or simple column silhouettes with one standout detail—luxurious fabric, a sculpted neckline, rich color, or an architectural sleeve.

💼 Accessories should whisper quiet luxury: A structured clutch, delicate heels, and minimal jewelry that looks intentional—not loud.

✨ Why this works for women 40, 50, and 60+: It elongates the silhouette, adds presence without effort, and keeps the focus on your elegance and confidence—not the outfit trying too hard.

If you love quiet luxury, European-inspired style, and holiday outfit formulas that make dressing effortless… you’re in the right place.

👇 Save this for your next cocktail party and follow for more holiday dress codes decoded.

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💋 With Style + Presence,
Valarie

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#ad Amazon Deals continue during Cyber Week! My favorites are:

Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer: this has been absolutely essential for me in preventing midlife hair loss as it never overheats the hair…AND it dries the hair faster!

Dyson AirWrap: like the hair dryer, it never overheats the hair and helps prevent midlife hair loss. It also creates natural, bouncy curls and has a hair dryer attachment as well.

Dyson V15 Slim Detect Vacuum: this is my second Dyson vacuum. I recently upgraded my existing Dyson vacuum and I couldn’t be happier.

Keurig Single Cup Coffee Maker: my gift to myself this holiday season! It looks so pretty sitting on my countertop.

Kendra Scott Initial Necklace: also on sale this week - my favorite necklace!

Soft Wrap Sweater: not on sale but so cozy - you would never know its not cashmere!

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🎄Holiday Dress Codes DECODED: Holiday Casual Chic

Let’s make sure you aren’t overdressed for that holiday party… or worse—UNDERDRESSED.

✨ We are decoding holiday dress codes this week and today we’re talking about Holiday Casual Chic.

🏙️ This is for work dinners, neighborhood parties, or events where jeans feel too relaxed but a dress feels too much.

💫 Holiday Casual Chic is elevated everyday dressing with ONE intentional festive touch.

🧵 Think luxe neutrals, clean lines, and rich textures paired with a single pop of holiday color like red shoes, a scarf, or a statement coat.

🌟 It’s polished, modern, and quietly festive—perfect for the woman who wants to look elegant without feeling overdressed.

👉 Like and follow for MORE holiday dress codes DECODED coming tomorrow.

❄️Sending warmth your way,
Valarie

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#ad Amazon Deals continue during Cyber Week! My favorites are:

Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer: this has been absolutely essential for me in preventing midlife hair loss as it never overheats the hair…AND it dries the hair faster!

Dyson AirWrap: like the hair dryer, it never overheats the hair and helps prevent midlife hair loss. It also creates natural, bouncy curls and has a hair dryer attachment as well.

Dyson V15 Slim Detect Vacuum: this is my second Dyson vacuum. I recently upgraded my existing Dyson vacuum and I couldn’t be happier.

Keurig Single Cup Coffee Maker: my gift to myself this holiday season! It looks so pretty sitting on my countertop.

Kendra Scott Initial Necklace: also on sale this week - my favorite necklace!

Soft Wrap Sweater: not on sale but so cozy - you would never know its not cashmere!

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🎄✨ Holiday Dress Codes DECODED: FESTIVE CASUAL

🎄If you always worry about being overdressed at holiday gatherings, this one’s for you. Festive Casual is one of the most misunderstood holiday dress codes for midlife women — but it’s actually the easiest when you know the formula.

✨ Festive Casual = Neutral Outfit + ONE Festive Accent 
Think: 🧣 a holiday scarf ❤️ a bright red sweater 👠 a pair of red shoes 💄 a bold red lip 🎀 or a chic holiday brooch

🔑The key? ONE standout accent, not two. It keeps your look elevated… not costumey.

🤫This is the secret to effortless, elegant, and age-appropriate holiday style for women over 40, women over 50, and women over 60.

🎁 Save this post for your next party. 🎄 Share with a friend who’s confused about holiday dress codes. ✨ Like & follow for more Holiday Dress Codes Decoded all week long!

❄️Sending warmth your way,
Valarie

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European Coat First Styling Method

☝🏼Start with the coat first, then reverse engineer the outfit. If you live in a warmer climate, this works for jackets as well.

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🎄 With Holiday Cheer,
Valarie

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Vogue Paris 100 Years coffee table book is a great gift for fashionista‘s. The photographs are so interesting and the commentary so riveting, I haven’t finished the book yet!

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Crockpot portable lunchbox makes a great gift for the office or coworkers. It is 25% off right now.

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The single cup Keurig coffee maker was my gift to myself for November. It makes a great gift for coffee addicts and is $50 off today.

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This Mersea candle is my go-to white elephant gift. I am a Mersea partner, but I still ordered four of these this morning to have on hand for last-minute gifts.

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🖤✨ Two elegant, effortless, and classy outfits for Black Friday shopping…

✨ Nothing sloppy — just refined ease for the Midlife It Girl.

🎄 Both looks come straight from my Holiday Capsule Wardrobe.

🛍️ Proof that you can be comfortable and polished on the busiest shopping day of the year.

🎥 The longer breakdown video is now live on YT.

💫 Elegance > chaos. Always. Tap to shop the looks.

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🦃 Happy Thanksgiving Midlife It Girls,
Valarie

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✨ THE EUROPEAN SECRET TO INSTANTLY ELEGANT FALL OUTFITS
🧥 Start with the coat first.

💫 Why? Because the coat sets the entire mood of your look.
👀 It’s the first thing people see, the most structured layer you own, and the easiest way to look polished fast — especially during this busy season.

🧣 When you choose the coat first, the rest of your outfit falls into place:
👉 fine layers → clean lines → effortless elegance.

🚫 No shopping.
🚫 No trends.
✔️ Just smart styling.

🍁 Try it this week: pick your best coat — camel, charcoal, mocha, navy, black — then build downward. It’s the simplest fall formula European women swear by.

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#ad I am so excited to partner with @Amazon to bring you my favorite Black Friday gift finds:

1. Single Cup Keurig for the Coffee Lover - looks elegant sitting on the countertop
2. Paris Vogue 100 Years Coffee Table Book - MY FAVORITE holiday gift this year showcasing 100 years of Vogue Magazine photography
3. Crockpot Electric Lunch Box - this is a great office co-worker gift or for someone constantly on the go
4. Yankee Candle - the perfect white elephant gift for what to give when you don’t know what to give

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I am so excited to partner with @Amazon to bring you my favorite Black Friday gift finds:

1. Single Cup Keurig for the Coffee Lover - looks elegant sitting on the countertop
2. Yankee Candle - the perfect white elephant gift for what to give when you don’t know what to give
3. Paris Vogue 100 Years Coffee Table Book - MY FAVORITE holiday gift this year showcasing 100 years of Vogue Magazine photography
4. Crockpot Electric Lunch Box - this is a great office co-worker gift or for someone constantly on the go

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✨ These elevated holiday outfits are officially 50% OFF — your size will NOT last. 💬 Say DEAL for a link.

🎄 From velvet trousers… 🎄 to elegant wrap tops… 🎄 to the classic black sheath dress… 🎄 to that iconic red holiday jacket…

🛍️ These are forever pieces at once-a-year prices.
 If you see your size, grab it immediately — several sizes are already low and won’t be restocked.

💋 With Style + Presence,
Valarie

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✨Effortless European Minimalism = Cropped cardigan + Tailored trousers

🤎 Mocha brown is the Pantone Color of the Year for 2025 (and the it-shade in Europe right now)

👌 The secret to wearing wide-leg or tailored trousers without tucking? Pair them with a cropped knit, shell, or cardigan — clean lines without the bulk.

🧳 These trousers? Believe it or not… they’re athleisure trousers recommended by one of our Midlife It Girls who’s a TV reporter — she wears them with sneakers.

🛍️ I love them so much that I ordered three more pairs.

🇪🇺 The whole look gives that refined, minimalist, polished European vibe we all adore.

🪞 Elegant. Relaxed. Intentional. A perfect midlife uniform for fall.

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✨ Holiday elegance isn’t purchased — it’s cultivated.

👗 You don’t need a closet full of new outfits this season…

🎄 Just 10 timeless pieces that mix and match effortlessly.

This one capsule creates 12+ elegant looks for every event—
✔️ From formal parties…
✔️ To cozy nights in…
✔️ To travel days, concerts, and family gatherings.

💃 No stress. No overwhelm. No overbuying.

👚 Shop your closet first.

🌟 Lead with presence.

❤️ And let your confidence do the talking this holiday season.

💋 With Style + Presence,
Valarie

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✨ Holiday Slimming Hack #8

💥 You won’t hear this anywhere else: CHECK YOUR POSTURE.

🧍‍♀️ Posture tells a story before your outfit ever does.
 📏 Lengthen through the spine, relax the shoulders, and lift your gaze with quiet confidence.
 💫 Instantly, you look more elegant, more assured… and yes, visually slimmer.

🌟 Good posture doesn’t just improve presence — it refines the entire silhouette.

📌 Like & follow for more midlife style tips made for women 45–65 (and loved by all).

💋 With Style + Presence,
Valarie

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✨ Holiday Slimming Hack #7: Wear Heels (Even Subtle Ones)

👠 Pick up those toes… because I’m about to step on them.
 👣 A little lift goes a long way.
 💁‍♀️ A 1–2 inch kitten heel or wedge elevates posture, lengthens the silhouette, and boosts your presence — all without sacrificing comfort.
 🎯 It’s not about height… it’s about how you carry yourself.
 💫 My Style Secret: A slight lift transforms posture into poise.

💖 And a gentle reminder: the name of this account is MIDLIFE Posh Closet for a reason — my style advice is created especially for women ages 45–65. But truly, everyone is welcome here.

📌 Save this for your next holiday outfit!

💋 With Style + Presence,
Valarie

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✨ Holiday Slimming Hack #6: Monochrome

👗 Monochrome creates a long, uninterrupted visual line that instantly elongates the body. 
🎨 Wearing one color — or soft shades of the same hue — smooths the silhouette and adds quiet sophistication. 
🤍 Midlife It Girl Secret: Soft neutrals like ivory, camel, taupe, and gray are universally flattering and photograph beautifully for holiday gatherings. 
💫 Style Principle: Unity in tone creates visual flow and effortless refinement.

📌 Save this post and follow for the next Holiday Slimming Hack.

💋 With Style + Presence,
Valare

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Holiday Slimming Hack 4: Match Shoes to Pants

✨ Here’s EXACTLY what I would do if I wanted to look instantly slimmer… I’d match my shoes to my pants. 
👀 In the first outfit, the shoes are a contrasting color (brown with black), causing the eye to drop straight to the bottom of the outfit. 
⛔ That break in color creates a visual stop, which adds weight and shortens the leg line. 
➡️ Now look at the second outfit (black with black)… the shoes match the pants, and suddenly the entire body looks longer and more elevated. 
📏 That’s the power of one long, uninterrupted column — it visually stretches the legs and creates that effortless, elegant Midlife It Girl silhouette. 
💡 Here’s my style tip: if you ever feel “off” in an outfit or want a quick slimming fix, match your shoes to your pants. 
👌 It’s simple, it’s chic, and it works every single time. 
🎄 Like and follow for more holiday slimming tips.

💋 With Style + Presence,
Valarie

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