Age doesn't matter.

How to Look Sensational for Special Evenings

 

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Jessica Howard 3/4 Sleeve Sequin Sheath Dress from Dillard’s

This is the fourth in my series of dressing up for special events.  The first in the series was about how to use velvet in your evening outfits.  The second article was chock full of ideas on how to dress up your basic black dress.  The third was about how to dress up a basic outfit to make it stand out on casual evenings.

If you have an invitation to go out for a fancy evening, such as to a restaurant dinner, a play at the theater, a cocktail party, etc., here are some outfit ideas to inspire you.  Age doesn’t matter.  What matters is that you feel free to express you true self and wear what looks good on you.  You know what that is by now, especially if you are over 60.  😉

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Secrets of How to Look Special on Easy Evenings

 

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Printed Velvet Tuxedo Blazer from Anthropologie

This is the third in a series on evening outfits.  The first was “How to Wear Velvet Now for All Your Special Occasions.”  The second was “How to Dress Up Your Little Black Dress.”

For laid-back events when you’re going out but it’s nothing fancy, I’ve got lots of ideas.  You can take a plain and comfy outfit to something special…or even to something sexy yet classy.  When you keep it classy, age doesn’t matter.  With that in mind, here are 50 outfit combinations to inspire you:

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How to Dress Up Your Little Black Dress

This is the second in a series on evening outfits.  The first was “How to Wear Velvet Now for All Your Special Occasions.”

A black dress, as we all know, is good for any situation.  If you don’t know what to wear that will fit into an event, choose a black dress.  Then you can dress it up or down, depending on the occasion and your taste.  Age doesn’t matter.  There are so many different kinds of black dresses to suit any age or body type or style.  Choose what you love and then make it yours with the accessories you add to it.  There are infinite possibilities…

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What Stretches Are Best for Desk Jockeys, Guaranteed?

I work long hours at a desk and it can become excruciating sitting in the same chair for hours. I try to listen to my body when it’s telling me I’ve had enough and take a break every hour. A break of five to ten minutes per hour of movement is what’s recommended. But, sometimes I just get into what I’m doing and keep going without getting up. I should probably set an alarm for each hour to motivate me to quit for a minute when I’m on a roll. For those of us who work in front of a computer for long hours, there are exercises that can help alleviate stress and strain on the body.

The following stretches target tightness all over: the chest, front of shoulders, back, hips, glutes and hamstrings. Do them daily, either together as a stretching routine or just one every hour or so as you break from your computer or desk, to stay limber. Remember to breathe evenly while performing each stretch. Move through your full range of motion, but never to the point of pain.

These are gentle stretches. If you don’t push yourself too hard, age doesn’t matter. But check with a doctor first before doing any new exercises if you have any doubt whatsoever.

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