Age doesn't matter.

16 Ways to Dress Up Sweatshirts

Sweatshirts are one of the most cozy things to wear in the fall and winter.  And it’s easy to pair them with sweatpants or jeans.  But they can go with so much more!  With a little creativity, sweatshirts can take on quite a bit of style and give girly pieces a bit of an edge.  Age doesn’t matter.  I came up with 16 ways to dress up your sweatshirts.  Hopefully, this will inspire you with new outfit ideas.  I’d love to know, so I welcome you to leave a reply below this post.

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Style Tip of the Day: How to Mix Flannel with Posh

My Style Tip of the Day shows you a few ways to mix flannel with posh to make every day feel special or special times feel more laid back. It’s a good way to stretch your wardrobe and add panache. Age doesn’t matter. In fact, you could take this tip and run with it by choosing more pieces in the same categories as the ones mentioned. Let’s take a look! Continue Reading

Here It Is: The Latest Fall Edition of Fashion Flash!

Here it is, right here at Your True Self Blog!  It’s my turn to host the latest Fall edition of Fashion Flash.  Below you can browse your favorite topics from some of the best bloggers and podcasters for women over 40.  You’ll find the latest in beauty, fashion, food, decor, travel, fitness, lifelong health and more.  And best of all, we have regular giveaways.
I hope you’ll take a break to enjoy this week’s online magazine with a pumpkin spice latte or your favorite fall snack.  Just click on the blue-green links below to visit each of our awesome contributors!

Here It Is:  The Latest Fall Edition of Fashion Flash!

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The Latest News from Fashion Flash Just Arrived!

The latest news from Fashion Flash just arrived! As a member of the Flash, I connect you with the latest edition every week. And when it’s my turn to host, you can browse the entire issue here at Your True Self Blog. This awesome online magazine for women over 40 covers a variety of topics from beauty to fashion, fitness, wellness, food, decor, travel and much more. This week’s Flash includes my post on how a poncho can take a basic outfit to something special that you can really feel good in.

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It’s Time for Mourning, Respect and Remembering

This week, we were saddened to lose our longtime, dedicated Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsberg.  Now it’s time for mourning, respect and remembering this feminist icon.  It’s not a time for rushing a new Justice to fill her seat one week later just before an election.  That would be an injustice to her memory.  And it would take away the rights of the people to have a say.  Their vote is their chance to have a say in the matter at hand.

Also known as Notorious RBG, she received this nickname from a young woman named Shana Knizhnik who compared RBG’s dissenting opinions to protest lyrics by rapper Notorious B.I.G.  The idea was that RBG was tough and absolutely awesome.  Age doesn’t matter when you speak out and stand up for what’s important!

Scene from the Supreme Court Vigil – The Cut

Crowds showed up at the Supreme Court steps and across the country, holding vigils after the passing of this tiny yet great woman.  What they are feeling in their hearts is not something that is easy to put into words.  Poetry can help a little.  So I have penned a poem of hope for the grieving:

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