Working through the ins and outs of how to make friends as an older woman when travelling alone has its ups and downs. From my recent travels, I can honestly say that the positive experiences I’ve had far outweighed any negative ones. It’s for that reason I wanted to share what worked for me. Continue reading… While the outlook of a middle-aged woman at surface level can be visually compared to an unshaken snow globe that appears peaceful – settled almost. For a lot of us seasoned folk,  our snow globes are shooketh and as a result, our globes portray a flurry of snowflakes darting around ..read more

Congratulations! You’ve scored a ticket for Beyoncé’s eagerly-awaited Renaissance tour which runs from May 10 to September 27. No diggity, no doubt you are pondering on the best concert outfit ideas to wear to meet your queen. I have some for you. Let’s get into it. Chile, going to a Beyoncé is the event of the season. You know you best come correct! I would even say that most people are approaching what they wear to Bey’s concert with the same fervour a teen has when getting ready for their first school dance. <Clears throat>I have the honour of getting my mitts on a highly coveted Rena ..read more

Covid affected all of us in different ways. For some, it catapulted them to reboot their lives. To stop procrastinating and make key life changes. If you need motivation to to reboot your life – watch this. Challenges come in many different shapes and sizes. If you are sitting on the fence, afraid of taking that leap – moving to a new country, starting that new job…hopefully other people’s stories like Shawnie’s (from Ravishing Brown) will steer you in the right direction. The post Life Reset Stories first appeared on MyFashionS/ashLife - Fashion & Lifestyle Blog by Biki John. The post Li ..read more

This spring/summer season if you are of a certain seasoned age and want to know how to dress to look younger, this article will set you on your youthful way. Read more. Spoiler Alert! As we age as women, dressing younger doesn’t have to mean reverting back to wearing the outfits you wore in your teens or as twenty-somethings. Rather when you’re 35 and above, in my opinion, it’s more about approaching your personal style armed with self-awareness and the confidence you’ve gathered over the years. I identify with older style mavens like Trinny Woodall, Roz Kaur, and Carla Rockmore who all bring ..read more

This year when it comes to spring outfit ideas, I’m turning to JLo’s ‘Versace circa 90s’ print looks for inspiration. But I’m doing it on a budget, let me show you how. Read more. I love getting my wardrobe spring-ready, don’t you? Swapping heavier for lighter fabrics, pulling our your brights from the nether regions of your closet…Over the years, I’ve given you various spring outfit ideas, recommended classic trench coats as a staple spring item, and shared tips on how to transition effortlessly from winter to spring fashion. This season I’m turning my sights to JLo. Let’s get into it. Spring ..read more

From personal experience and speaking to others who are experiencing mourning before the death of a loved one, here are my thoughts on ways to help your good friend deal with anticipatory grief. Continue reading. Don’t have time to read the entire article? Click on my dropdown ‘Table of Contents’ to be taken to the exact section you’d like to read: What is Anticipatory Grief? How is Anticipatory Grief Different From Conventional Grief? The Relationship Between Friendship and Anticipatory Grief Helping a Good Friend Deal with Anticipatory Grief – Dos Helping a Good Friend Deal with Anticipator ..read more

There are many ways to support your local business. Earlier this summer I attended the shindig held by fab concept store, La Case Paulette. Continue reading to see how I highlighted the store by modelling some of its ‘gotta-have’ pieces and showcasing the stylish event attendees… L to R – Me, Audrey and Cecile (the founders of La Case Paulette) Pressed for time? Then skip to the parts that interest you ( ; La Case Paulette – More Than a Store Content Creation – Event Marketing My La Case Paulette Picks The Stylish Guests Ways to Support Your Local Business La Case Paulette – More Than a Sto ..read more

A laidback t-shirt paired with a chic statement skirt is an ideal casual glam summer outfit look. Continue Reading… One of my go-to casual glam summer outfit looks consists of a cotton t-shirt with an interesting print, paired with a statement skirt and heels. It’s a simple formula but done well, it works every time. Think of it as an alternative to the classic denim jeans worn with a fitted white vest look. Tips on How to Create a Casual Glam T-Shirt & Skirt Look It’s all about what textures and embellishment you play with. A metallic skirt (in gold or silver) will give your overall l ..read more

As we settle into winter, the desire to stay warm and comfortable in oversized clothes is immense. With the onslaught of a neverending lockdown season, get into this oversized clothing trend and learn the three staple oversized pieces you should own… Oversized Clothing Trend Over the years, oversized pieces have shaken off their reputation for being the lazy and unbothered clothes worn by moody teens to slouch around both indoors and outdoors. With intuitive styling, oversized clothes can morph into various vibes – edgy, chic, casual… Designers are aware of the versatility oversized garments ..read more

For a lot of us, due to health and other reasons like the ‘Lockdown Blues’- our relationship with food can be described as ‘Complicated’ at best. That’s why I’d like to recommend Personal Chef Berlin’s healthy ready-made meals which have helped me deal with a busy lifestyle and complicated health diagnosis. Continue Reading… Use my dropdown ‘table of contents’ to decide which part of this post you want to click directly to! How I Came To Use Personal Chef Berlin Healthy Custom Meal Plan With a Personal Touch Benefits of Personal Chef Berlin A Little More About the Brand Personal Chef Berlin’s ..read more