We live in a world that seems to glorify youth above all else, and the art (art?) of being famous. Really, it’s high time to celebrate the beauty of women 55PLUS and beyond. You may know some or many of these remarkable women who are not merely growing older; they are aging with a flair … The post Embracing the Beauty of Women 55PLUS; with Joy and Grace appeared first on Penelope Whiteley ..read more

Let’s talk about fabrics … Fabrics have changed so much over the years we find ourselves in a world of chaos, not knowing what to wear that’s ecologically sound and what’s sustainable and what looks good! One thing that is true is that we really have to stop throwing clothing and fabrics away because: □ … The post Fabrics and more clothing store tricks appeared first on Penelope Whiteley ..read more

We all know that Sales are held to make you buy things you didn’t know you wanted and probably don’t. But find me someone who can resist a Sale which includes items with amazing prices? If you’re one of the aware, you’ve probably noticed that many stores, or even market stalls, raise their prices before … The post Clothing Store tricks that make us spend more in a Sale. appeared first on Penelope Whiteley ..read more

Dressing to suit your body shape is one thing, but finding the bag that fits the whole picture is another. Like your clothes, your bags require careful consideration and the only bags that will change your life are the ones you use every day. Having said that (and I’m hoping I didn’t rain on your … The post Best Bags for your Body Shape appeared first on Penelope Whiteley ..read more

There is probably a good deal of non-PC in this blog, which is in 3 parts … I make no apologies. It is what it is … read it and weep or read it and get the outcome you wanted. PART I I’m writing this for all women but especially the women who may think … The post Younger or Better? Your choice! appeared first on Penelope Whiteley ..read more

Is there really anybody who thinks women’s pants or trousers, even jeans are age inappropriate for women of any age? I don’t think so! Women’s pants are far more youthful than a skirt and none of us is ready to look like Granny just yet … are we?! In fact, pants or trousers (a Rose by any … The post Trousers and Pants for Women: Classy and Gorgeous for the 55+ Woman appeared first on Penelope Whiteley ..read more

We hear so much about dressing your age and dressing age appropriately, often from people who look 12, you really have to wonder who made the decision that women over 50 (and then some), must follow silly ‘rules’? Why? Are we really unable to make our own decisions about how we look? Have we lost … The post Rediscovering Your Style Mojo appeared first on Penelope Whiteley ..read more

I was blessed with a mother who could take a scarf and a couple of cheap bangles and turn an inexpensive outfit into a fashion statement. It was a knack she acquired watching her aunties; women from the twenties! It’s a knack that has been handed down; in my family, we are all women who … The post Accessories and Your Personal Style appeared first on Penelope Whiteley ..read more

If you can’t remember when you last cleaned your makeup brushes and sponges, then now might be a good time to give them a bit of a spring clean … If you have noticed that your foundation looks streaky after you apply it, or that your blusher is looking blotchy … your brushes are probably to … The post Clean Your Makeup Brushes for a Flawless Look appeared first on Penelope Whiteley ..read more

How often have you heard Less is More when it comes to makeup? Especially when talking about women who are no longer in the first, or even second flush of youth. We hear it all the time, but we never think it applies to us! No-no no no … But we certainly know when somebody else is … The post Look Good with Less Makeup appeared first on Penelope Whiteley ..read more