fashion: free people and the woman over 40

There are fashion trends and wardrobe suggestions, which I, being a woman over 40, wish I could wear and while I second guess myself about whether the pieces are age appropriate, I do, on occasion, give into the temptation. I mean why not, if it looks good, wear it.  Here’s my latest loves from Free People and yes ladies, they are age appropriate:  

FP High Rise Skinny,  Quilted Leather Jacket, Tristo Leather Tote,  Solitaire Heel, We The Free Ragtime Raglan-top

new year’s eve 2012 comfortable fashion ensemble

Two things dictated how I wanted to dress for New Year’s Eve this year. Top priority was comfort and the second,  dressy but casual. So I opted for pants, then a simple sequined top, followed by strappy shoes which would give me enough support to last throughout the night and a simple pair of earings to  accessorize. As for the coat, I love fur, faux that is and since this year faux fur is in, I decided to incorporated it into my ensemble from here.

1. DKNYC Sequin Pullover Sweater 69USD
2. Sondra Roberts Clutch – Woven Satin and grosgrain box 125USD
3. Elie Tahari Tara Faux Fur Jacket 221USD
4. Judith Jack Sterling Silver Crystal Earings 75USD
5. Theory Pants Belisa Mandatory Slim 235USD
6. Vince Camuto Strappy evening booties 129USD

fashionable ankle boots for fall to winter 2012

It goes without saying, most women love shoes and will probably shop for a pair at least once a month if not more. So, it goes without saying that I frequent shoe stores almost on a bi-weekly basis in an actual store and online on a daily basis. What can I say an addict is an addict

And for that, here are some of my favorite finds for this Fall to Winter season.

One: Jimmy Choo Lornes Suede Boots 895USD
Two: Acne Pistol Leather Ankle Boots 570USD
Three: Haide Rackermann Lace Up Suede 1182USD
Four: Rag and Bone Harro Leather Biker Boots 495USD
Five: Burberry Shearling Lined Leather Boots 950USD

a pair of jeans and a closet full of designer shoes

There is something to be said about a great fitting  pair of jeans, a gray t-shirt and a pair of the sexiest designer shoes.  It’s funny how far accessorizing a simple pair of blue jeans has come,  and because of that I have included my favorite selection of designer shoes to compliment my collection of jeans.  Well, of course I had to throw in my favorite bag  as well which I plan to duplicate.

1. 7 for all mankind midrise bootcut USD160
2. James Perse drapped neck cotton jersey USD95
3. Current/Elliot roller low rise bf fit jeans USD195
4. Black Joffe faux nappa boot USD1095
5. Valentino Studded Suede ankle boots USD995
6. Chloe Mountain Canvas and suede wedge USD650
7. Drumas patent round toe shoes USD785
8. Sofft Shoes Belvedere ankle boots USD110
9. Chloe Marcie large python and leather tote USD3995
(Must find an imitation)

some fashion and personal style

How Will This Look On Me?

Sometimes when we put an outfit together, we cannot visualize how it would really look. I know this because sometimes when I see a few pieces suggested together in a magazine or a print ad, I wonder how that would really look as an ensemble. So for that, I have added a few items of clothing from here - first separately for the optimist and the pessimist in me and other women as well, and then the final result just incase the negative  trait over rules the positive from a visual point of view.

What Do You Think?

1.Top: Maje Leopard Silk Crepe Sweater $245
2.Pants: Vionnet Cadiz stretch crepe pants $905
3.Jacket: Carven Wool Blend Felt Cocoon Coat $970
4.Ankle Boots: Pierre Hardy Sued Ankle Boots $895
5.Bag: Proenza Schouler ps1 Keep all small texture bag $1150
6.Earings: Isharyanilenymph 18K Gold plated drop earings $160

fall fashion must have

Some items of clothing  tend to never disappear from fashion, year after year and while I do appreciate colors and trends, I do create a simple wardrobe based on that fact, which I certainly wear year after year. 

Here is one outfit, minus the trendy bags, which I have seen on the racks for the past, at least five years, and one that is simply easy to accessorize to give it a fresh look from one year to the next.

1. Sweater: Carven Ruched Stretch Wool Top $550
2. Skirt: Giambattista Vali Printed Wool Pencil Skirt $1155
3. Michael Kors block heeled suede ankle boot $950
4. Ralph Lauren Collection Corrine Suede Knee boots $1150
5. Top left: Tory Burch Carlin Two-tone leather tote $650
6. Top Right:Reed Krakoff boxer leather and wool tote $990

fall fashion 2011: mix and match

Option 1: Bally leather pencil skirt 1495; Diane Von Furstenberg turtleneck 245; Miu Miu Sable crepe skirt 745; Givenchy wool and felt leather sandal 695; Mulberry happy hedgerow scarf 450; Gucci ostrich leather peep toe pumps 895

Option 2: Jason Wu lace appliqued silk radsmir dress 4495; DVF Mikhaila wool blend coat 745; Antonio Berardi zip detailed wool crepe dress 1650; Gucci pebbled rubber patent pumps 485; Giuseppe Zanotti snakeskin peep toe 750; Pierre Hardy patent leather pumps 595

Option 3: Victoria Beckham 100silk wool blend double crepe dress 2240; Valentino Belted wool and silk blend coat 3950; Zac Posen full skirt stretch wool blend dress 1850; Jimmy Choo estoria patent leather cage sandals 895; Maison martin margiela leather clutch 875; Jimmy Choo Mess ankle boot 975

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fall fashion 2011: black ankle boots

Since finding a nice pair of full length, wide calf boots is really challenging, I have, over the years, grown to appreciate ankle boots even more.  Sure, I walk past the full length boots and feel envious of those who can quickly zip them up, even while stuffing a pair of skinny jeans into them, I  soon forget my woes, when I see that perfect pair of ankle boots to call my very own.

The best part is, this year, ankle boots are in and highly suggested to pair with almost any outfit.  Finally!!!  Anyway, check out some of my favorites from here and tell me what you think?

1. Red Valentino bow embellished sued ankle boots $495
2. Jimmy Choo Alanis leather ankel boots $975
3. Chloe Tucson metal cuffed leather ankle boots $850
4. Givenchy Patent leather cage ankel boots $1550
5. Christian Louboutin belle 100 glossed python ankle boot $1695
6. Michael Kohrs suede and patent leather ankle boots $295

holiday 2010 gift ideas for her – designer scarf

Part of making an impression  while giving a woman a holiday gift is the box it comes in. Although gifts from some department stores are expected and pretty predictable from a woman’s point of view, there is nothing like catching her off guard with a box  from a store she would never consider shopping at, much less buy from, especially for herself.

One sure way to show the care taken in selecting  a well thought out gift,  (outside of jewelry)  is giving her a designer scarf.

Most women tend to buy the most practical and durable  scarf for themselves while they run about town handling business.,  but they will surely appreciate a more glamorous one while on a date night or a  special occasion.

So, gentlemen and ladies alike, consider some suggestions I have included below when shopping for a scarf and remember, where you purchase the designer scarf is as important as choosing just  the right one.

christmas gift ideas for her – casual outfits

I think men have it tougher than women, while choosing the right gift for the woman in their lives.  This is not because they don’t buy what she wishes for, such as a sweater, a blouse or a pair of jeans and some fun boots, but it’s because they have a tough time choosing age appropriate outfits  for their (sometimes) self-conscious woman over 40.

So for that reason I have compiled some safe pieces to consider while shopping for the casual look most women over 40 crave, without sacrificing style and elegance.

Outfit 1: click here to find the details. Keep in mind although the jeans suggested is a pair of skinny jeans, you can actually replace those with a pair of boot cut or others to consider here and opt out of buying the boots. Although the look is age appropriate, it has a  touch of youthfulness and fun to it which most women over 40 appreciate and can support.

Outfit 2: click here to find the details. Again, the look is age appropriate with a bit of sexy yet classy. Once again, skinny jeans can be replaced for this look. A boot cut would do just fine as well.

Outfit 3:  click here, here and here for details. This particular outfit can also be paired with different jeans and boot styles. I just love the idea of wearing jeans with sweaters and flat boots.

Now just in case you have trouble reaching the links, my inspiration outfits are found on Eddie Bauer, Banana Republic and Ann Taylor websites. Enjoy!!!