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fashion: bringing the sexy back

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I adore gowns with  open backs, especially ones that make a statement. I think it is the best option for small breasted women and those who are not so voluptuous  all around. The  fun thing about it is that some women over 40 can actually support the look, providing that it is tastefully done. Check out some picks from  here:

just a second i am having a fashion designer moment

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One of the best thing that could happen to a woman is the fact, she either lives in a metropolitan city or has access to it within a 30mile radius. I happen to be very fortunate in that I live in San Francisco and although our fashion sense isn’t anything to brag too much about (don’t hate me locals) I love walking through union square to window shop and occasionally treat myself to some of my favorite fashion designers. Just thought I’d share that with you 🙂

c’est un rouge – the color of red

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Back in the 90’s I wore red lipstick and red nail polish, but since Sex In The City aired on television, we, I mean women over 40 have evolved along with the cast in choosing lighter shades of pink and nude to “cover up our age” Lately however, I envy the red, which is back in fashion (perhaps silently  it never left)  and wonder if I can still support the look. Any comments from the over 40 crowd?

mother’s day gift idea 2012: wrap her in scarf

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The French woman’s staple piece to any outfit is a scarf and no matter the season, I am almost certain French women over 40 have a silk scarf tucked away in their bags, just in case the weather gets chilly. For places like San Francisco, where I am from, there is definitely a need for scarves during  every season of the year. So, it’s no surprise that I would most certainly recommend the gift idea.  The fact I think I was a Parisian in a past life is also a major factor in suggesting the gift. Here are some of my favorites:

fashion: inspiring necklines

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While choosing a gown, dress or even a simple top, one important part I take into consideration is the neckline. If the neckline isn’t right for my body type, I forgo the entire piece no matter how beautiful. Believe it or not choosing the wrong neckline will only become the focal point of a fashion disaster, unless of course you are Lady Gaga or Madonna or Rihanna or {fill in the music artist}. You get my point. With that said, I have included some inspiring necklines. Which is your favorite?

fashion trend: white dress, black shoes

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Black and white, my favorite fashion trend and probably the best staple any woman could ask for. Check out some of my favorite pairings. Dresses 1. dolce and gabbana chiffon trimmed lace dress 1195USD 2. erdem cecile lace dress 2185USD 3. giambattista vallie jute blend dress 1670USD 4. donna karan drapped stretch jersey dress 1495USD 5. marc jacobs silk duches dress 1200USD Shoes 6. jimmy choo morgan crystal embelished suede sandals 1095USD 7. yves saint laurent candide paneled suede pump 1140USD 8. giambattista valli embelished satin peep toe sandals 1355USD 9. giambattista valli chain bow two tone satin sandals 1105USD 10.brian atwood aura polka dot calf hair sandals 1370USD 11.valentino jewelry couture satin peep toe pumps 895USD

fall 2011 fashion trends – grays and neutrals

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You may consider my taste in fashion very conservative and safe, but that wasn’t always the case. In my 20s and 30s I preferred bold colors, minis and all things daring to create my fashion statement. However, while on the other side of 40, I still occasionally dabble with daring, but overall  prefer to stay with the most neutral of colors to make my fashion statement. With that said, here is another outfit I put together from here, which I plan to duplicate very shortly.

fall 2011 – dress to impress

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I do understand it’s the middle of summer and some of you may not want to think about wool or silk or suede, but planning doesn’t hurt and here is another ensemble I put together which I will duplicate this coming Fall. Let me know what you think? 1.Jimmy Choo Cosmic Suede pumps 695USD 2.Narciso Rodriquez silk blouse 795USD 3.Bottega Veneta Sterling Inrecciato hop earing 350USD 4.Therow Zorrley Stretch Wool Pencil Skirt 475USD 5.Viviene Westwood Red Label Leopard Print 850USD 6.Michael Kors Hamilton Textured Leather tote 350USD