The challenges that come along with what should be the privilege of living long enough to be a senior citizen come as a rude awakening. Rather than feeling rewarded, baby boomers are having a difficult time acknowledging that their physical…
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August 12, 2015 Style and Beauty - Other
Chic is the single word that I’d most love for people to use when describing my look! The word “chic” is so French. It just sounds like what it means. To be chic is to be elegant, confident, comfortable in…
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The gift of an inheritance can bring with it the most beautiful sentiments and memories. Equitable distribution of an estate, in families, has the potential of turning the joy into a nightmare. It’s not uncommon to hear horror stories about…
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Everyone has a body part that they just don’t love. For many women that less than great asset is a stomach that sticks out either a little bit, or maybe a lot. If you want to hide that extra tummy…
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“Familiarity breeds contempt,” really makes perfect sense, especially when you think about how it relates to family life. Spouses, children, siblings, parents, in-laws, no matter which family member it is, they’ll know exactly how to push those raw emotional buttons….
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I confess to having spent far too much time worrying about my unruly tresses. My hair addiction is just like that of thousands, maybe even millions, of women and men who have struggled to obtain that perfect hair style. Thanks…
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When used properly, style is a powerful workplace tool. Stylish clothing can elevate your image, give you self- confidence, and get you favorably noticed at work. Dressing with style, especially in the workplace, really isn’t that difficult to do. Even…
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There’s a huge segment of the female population screaming to get the attention of swimsuit designers and manufacturers! The manufacturer who recognizes the dire need that we older women have for slimming swimsuits is bound to make a massive fortune….
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Everyone enjoys the freedom that casual business dresses allows them in the workplace. However, dressing business casual is not always easy. You want to be comfortable, appear stylish, and still look like an executive, even when you’re wearing jeans to…
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T-shirts were elevated to an all-time fashion high in 1996, when Hollywood actress Sharon Stone wore one to the Academy Awards Ceremonies. Stone presented an Oscar wearing a Valentino ready-to-wear skirt, an Armani dress worn as a coat, and a…
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It takes a mighty brave man to go clothes shopping for his special woman. No matter how tough a guy you might be, you may have a little, maybe a lot, of fear that your gift might not be just…
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Vintage wedding dresses are far more than just apparel. Once you’ve made the choice to wear a wedding dress that is vintage, prepare yourself for a shopping extravaganza that’s filled with romance, rich with history, and unique in style. No…
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Armani, Cavalli, Donna Karan, and Michael Kors are some designer clothing labels, well known and desired by many. Not everyone can afford to buy these brands, yet they’re attainable at any budget. Wearing designer clothing can make a statement, and has…
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Outlet shopping is an art. Or a nightmare. Many people who don’t like to shop outlet stores simply don’t know how to do it. Maybe it’s you, or someone you know, who gets overwhelmed walking in to the under displayed,…
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Take a clue from a true Fashionista. There are some fashion do’s and don’ts that you’ve just got to know. The last thing you need is to get ticketed by the fashion police for a violation. What you wear and…
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Are you looking for a good inexpensive beauty salon? Well, here are some hot insider tips for you to consider when you’re cutting costs. There’s a variety of options available to help you find hair stylists and salons where you…
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Usually it happens twice a year. Often it’s when your closet is overcrowded or when the seasons change. Sometimes it’€™s when you’re looking for something to wear. That’€™s when you open your closet door and take a serious look at…
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Once, and hopefully it’s just once, everyone gets the “haircut from hell!” The stylist cutting your hair may have been new, or they were having a really bad day. There could have been a lack of communication between you and…
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Grayheads unite! It’s time to fight back against the war on gray hair. Let’s band together and dispel the myths. Going gray takes courage, confidence, and a good attitude. Gray hair is totally in sync with the organic culture. Here…
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Wearing head scarves gives you the ability to look stunning, elegant, casual, downright practical. Just the right scarf will take a simple look and make it into anything from Bohemian style, to Hollywood star status. Head scarves also serve us…
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That poor skirt stuck in the back of your closet. It served you so well in many situations; great fabric, wonderful fit and now it’s the wrong length, out of date and out of use. Have no fear, help is…
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Clothing policies vary widely from company to company. Generally, when making a new hire, someone from within the company will explain the dress rules. Sometimes dress codes are included in a work manual. However, when the dress requirements are not…
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You can be stylish, and have a designer wardrobe on any budget. The first step for getting the wardrobe you want and that you can afford, is to take a really good look at what’s already in your closet. If…
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Follow your own lead, dress for your individuality, and add a distinctive twist to your image that reflects your personality. Dressing for individuality, creating your own style, gives you an extra added cache. When you dress for individuality, you are…
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You should consider clothing as your packaging. Packaging is why we buy products. It’s your wrapper. How we dress, what we choose to wear, is an expression of how we think of ourselves. Our clothing serves as an outward projection…
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How many of you would buy an insurance policy that covered retail therapy? I strongly suggest that insurance companies consider the idea as there’s a huge market for retail therapy coverage. We all know that when the going gets tough,…
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September 18, 2014 Friends and Peers
You know who they are. That friend, coworker, or acquaintance who just drains you for all you’re worth. It’s happened to you more than a few times, for sure. You have coffee or lunch with them, maybe just talk to…
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Makeup is a wonderful thing! Like everything that is really good, makeup should be used in moderation. The very best tip for using makeup, is to always remember that less is more. The second best tip is your makeup mantra…
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Something as simple as that strip of leather, fabric, or metal, has the potential to be a very high impact fashion accessory. It’s true. Choosing the right belt can make or break your look. Often we downplay, sometimes we even…
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May 2, 2014 Style and Beauty - Other
Aging gracefully must be an urban myth. For sure, it’s an oxymoron, a bit like “jumbo shrimp.” The definition of aging gracefully doesn’t exist. Aging gracefully really has nothing to do with how you choose to dress. Rather, aging gracefully…
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