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Style a gilet for Spring over 50
Style over 50Tagged gilet, M&S, Marks & Spencer, puffer jacket, Spring

Style a gilet for Spring over 50

Ideas for styling 5 new outfits from one new item – a sleeveless padded gilet. I’m mid 70’s, short and square. I’m trying on casual outfits for early Spring.

by Joni Posted on February 12, 2024February 14, 2024
My 7 favorite gilets 2024 for women over 50
Style over 50Tagged Chico's, Fall, jacket, L.L.Bean, Land's End, Mango, puffer jacket, Spring, Talbots, TheWhite Company, winter

My 7 favorite gilets 2024 for women over 50

Various styles of puffer vest gilets with styling tips of how to look great in them at 50 plus.

by Joni Posted on January 28, 2024January 28, 2024
Striped shirt: one new item, 5 new outfits
Style over 50Tagged Bnana Republic, Boden, boyfriend shirt, Gap, Jcrew, M&S, Madewell, Marks & Spencer, oversized shirt, shirts, Spring, striped shirt

Striped shirt: one new item, 5 new outfits

UPDATED for 2026. Striped shirt styled to make 5 new outfits for Spring and Summer. Try-on by woman over 70. M&S pink cotton shirt with ideas from other retailers in US and UK.

by Joni Posted on April 21, 2023April 19, 2026
British and French smart blazers try-on
Style over 50Tagged blazer, British classic style, capsule wardrobe, French chic, jacket, LaRedoute, M&S, Marks & Spencer, navy, Spring

British and French smart blazers try-on

British and French military-style blazers. A try-on by an older woman of two smart double-breasted blazers with styling notes.

by Joni Posted on March 20, 2023July 16, 2023
9 Adorable Mother of the Bride Outfits 2023
Style over 50, WeddingsTagged Gina Bacconi, mother of the bride dress, mother of the groom dress, Phase Eight, Spring, Summer, summer dress

9 Adorable Mother of the Bride Outfits 2023

Here are my nine favorite outfits for wedding guests and VIP mothers and grandmothers in 2023. Elegant, modest and feminine outfits suitable for all ages including older ladies.

by Joni Posted on March 12, 2023March 12, 2023
How to style a casual blazer over 60
Style over 50Tagged blazer, casual blazer, cotton blazer, jacket, M&S, Marks & Spencer, navy blazer, single-breasted blazer, Spring

How to style a casual blazer over 60

A navy casual blazer is the most useful item in your wardrobe especially in Spring. This is a try-on by an older woman with styling tips. Other blazers also suggested.

by Joni Posted on March 5, 2023July 16, 2023
How to style wide corduroy pants over 50
Style over 50Tagged 2023, athleisure, casual, corduroy, COS, M&S, Marks & Spencer, pants, Spring, trousers, winter

How to style wide corduroy pants over 50

My try-on at 73 of pull-on wide corduroy trousers which are in fashion now. Here’s how you can look good in these super-comfy pants.

by Joni Posted on February 17, 2023April 12, 2026
French Chic real life try-on at 73
Style over 50Tagged 2023, blazer, cashmere sweater, chic, classic style, French, French chic, French style, jeans, LaRedoute, Spring, Spring Winter 2023, trench, trenchcoat, winter

French Chic real life try-on at 73

An older woman tries on classic French Chic outfits. Can I look French? Does it matter that I’m older and heavier? You decide.

by Joni Posted on February 5, 2023July 16, 2023
5 classic styles of wide-fit high boots you’ll love over 50
Style over 50Tagged boots, Clarks, classic style, Fall, Macy's, Spring, winter

5 classic styles of wide-fit high boots you’ll love over 50

These styles of kneehigh boots suit older women and all come with wider fittings. All are classic and can be dressed up or down.

by Joni Posted on January 29, 2023January 29, 2023
Ponchos and ruanas – how to wear them over 50
Style over 50Tagged Brora, Chico's, jumpers, knits, ponchos, ruanas, Spring, summer tops, sweaters, Talbot's, White Stuff, winter

Ponchos and ruanas – how to wear them over 50

How to select and style ponchos and ruanas for casual and smart occasions during colder and warmer weather

by Joni Posted on January 1, 2023February 7, 2024

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