Author: mylifeandstyleover40

How to care for your clothes, shoes and accessories

This is a simple post on the importance of looking after personal belongings to extend their usage lifetime. This post shares information on how to care for clothes, shoes, and accessories, advising valid strategies such as reading care labels, washing clothes inside out, regular cleaning and conditioning of shoes, and appropriate storage of accessories. It also encourages immediate repair of any damage and investment in high-quality items for longer longevity.

What are the Footwear essentials in your wardrobe for the over 40’s

This short post briefly discusses essential shoes for women over 40, including versatile black ankle boots and neutral ballet pumps, elegant knee-high boots, summer-friendly strappy sandals, and athletic trainers for exercise and casual wear. Additional advice includes considering comfort and style, choosing shoes with good arch support, avoiding overly high heels, ensuring a good fit, and investing in high-quality pairs.

Winter Wardrobe Essentials

The post provides a list of essential winter wardrobe items. The list includes a cashmere jumper, a puffer coat, dark-wash jeans, knee-high boots, a scarf, a hat, gloves, and warm socks. These items are versatile, stylish, and functional, helping one to stay warm and chic during cold weather.

Wardrobe must-haves: A simple guide

Building a functional and stylish wardrobe doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. With a few key pieces, you can create a variety of looks for any occasion. I am one of those people who have a wardrobe crammed full of unworn, "just not my style" items, and despite having a good clear out every so often I never really minimise the amount of clothes, shoes and accessories I have. There always seems to be more than I thought...

Christmas Decorations and more 2023

As December approaches, join me as I recount a challenging previous Christmas. Despite difficulties, including mischievous cats destroying the tree, we still managed to celebrate. Christmas decor trends for 2023 including natural textures, luxe decor, vintage style, and personalized ornaments are on the cards for this year and I offer advice on decorating homes for Christmas and share my Christmas movie recommendations for the festive season.

My five and fifteen minute make-up routines

The post shares two quick makeup routines for individuals with limited time. The 5-minute routine is ideal for busy mornings and offers a fresh, natural look through primer, foundation, concealer, blush, and mascara application. For those with a bit of leeway, the 15-minute routine incorporates additional steps like contouring, highlighting, eyeshadow, and lipstick application to deliver a polished, finished look. Preparation, specifically moisturizing, is crucial for makeup longevity.

How to look stylish over 40

The post emphasizes that women over 40 can be more fashionable due to a better understanding of personal style, the availability of varied fashion options, and potential financial resources for better-quality wardrobes. Tips include investing in well-fitting, high-quality clothes, finding personal style, being open to experimentation, accessorizing, and wearing confidence. Other advice includes investing in key wardrobe pieces, not shying away from color, embracing curves, showing some skin, and prioritizing confidence and comfort.

Dressing for the Menopause: Navigating Comfort and Style

Menopause is a significant phase in a woman's life, resulting in various physical and emotional changes. This post highlights menopause's impacts on women's wardrobe choices due to symptoms such as hot flashes, mood swings, and body changes. The author guides on clothing selection, including fabric choice, layering, color, body acceptance, undergarments, footwear, and accessories. Dressing comfortably and stylishly during menopause fosters self-confidence and wellbeing, promoting a positive outlook during this transformative phase.